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How much money will I need to study abroad in Canada?
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I did my year abroad in France in 2012-13, but have been living in Montreal for two years now studying for my MA and now my PhD.With the excellent pound sterling to Canadian dollar exchange rate (almo...
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I am seeking a year long placement abroad related to my studies and was won...
America
The answer is YES, absolutely you can! You should speak with your university to clarify their stance on working abroad, but ThirdYearAbroad.com has an entire section for non-linguists who want to work...
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What do I write in my personal statement?
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Hello - check out this article on ThirdYearAbroad.com for some advice on writing a personal statement for your year abroad application :)
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British Council in Quebec?
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Need help can't decide between On-campus or off-campus accommodation which...
Canada
Hi Chris,Reading your message, it seems like you know what you'd most like to do - perhaps writing down your thoughts helped you come to a conclusion!Most people choose to find a flat share on a year...
Hi Millie, I did my year abroad in Montreal in 2011 and I've recently moved back here!There are a lot of places on Craigs list and kijiji.ca. You could start looking before you move, just to message p...
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How can I find a paid job/'stage' in Quebec or Montreal for my year abroad...
Canada
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Advice on doing a study placement abroad , please tell me tricks and tips ?
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Hi Dami, I studied in Canada, (I was at the University of Ottawa), and it's such a brilliant country in which to do a year abroad! Although I can't speak more specifically on Montreal, having only vis...
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Has anybody done a year abroad at the University of British Columbia or McG...
Canada
Not exactly a third year abroad, more a fifth year abroad as I have just started my Masters degree at McGill University. I have experience of the whole year abroad adventure though from a year spent i...
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