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Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University

China 2024/2025 Partner universities

Mobility specification
Country:China
Institution:Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University
City:Suzhou
Program:Partner universities
Activity type:Study
Academic year:2024/2025
MU faculty/department:Faculty of Economics and Administration
Study level abroad:Bachelor
🎓Hit the books! How do you rate the university experience?
Can you enroll in a course where you can learn the local language?yes

Are your credits converted?yes

Can you give an example?1 credit = 2 ECTS

Was there anything in the teaching methods that surprised you?Not really, it's similar.

Does the university offer international students' programs and activities outside of lectures and seminars to help them integrate more quickly?Yes, some.

In which areas does the university offer support for students with special needs and strive to be inclusive?I haven’t noticed

💸Did you have to rob the bank?
Try to take a guess at what your monthly expenditures were:20000 CZK/month

Did you stay in dorms?yes

What about unexpected expenses? Did anything surprise you?Not really.

Do you have any tips on how to save money?Buy cheaper food.

🗺 Learn the ropes in a new city
How well did you manage to communicate in English?almost without problems

How does public transport work in the city?runs like clockwork

And what about transport outside the city?runs like clockwork

Where to find connections? How to buy a ticket?Online, need to use Chinese apps.

Did you deal with any health issues during your stay?no

🤠Help create the perfect bucket list
What is a must-see in the city?Old city centre, new skyscraper part in Suzhou.

What are the must-visit trip destinations?Everything is so interesting, especially Shanghai nearby.

Share your best experience:Whole exchange was totally amazing.

💅A nugget of wisdom to make the life easier
Did you need to handle a visa?yes

Where can it be arranged?Embassy

What is needed?Acceptance letter, fee, application...

How long does it take approximately?One week

How did you get to the place?Plane

Can you pay by card?sometimes

🥳Summary
Whew, what a ride! 😮‍💨 Thanks so much for taking the time to complete our survey and for sharing your unique experience. Just one last thing. 🙏 How would you summarize your trip in one or two sentences?Totally amazing, if you have the chance, go for it!