
Study Abroad in Australia, Canada or the USA – Blog & Videos
To study abroad in Australia, Canada or the USA has always been your dream, and you are looking for experience reports from students at the International College of Management, Sydney (Australia), Vancouver Island University (Canada) and National University, San Diego & L.A. (USA) that inspire you and provide you with useful tips and advice for your study abroad adventure?
Whether you look for the perfect leisure time activity in Manly, the most interesting course at National University, or the funniest professor at Vancouver Island University – you name it: our students and our team members sure have some tips for you.
Find blog posts of our students’ experience reports here and watch exciting videos to get inspired and to indulge in the thrill of anticipation for your time in Australia, Canada or the USA. Our blog & videos bring Australia, Canada and California home to you – have fun browsing around!

Experiencing a semester abroad at Vancouver Island University
I have always wanted to live in another country for an extended period of time. Canada has always fascinated me, so from the beginning, no other destination was an option for me.

My semester abroad at Vancouver Island University
My semester abroad in Canada was an unforgettable time full of new experiences, challenges and valuable insights. From the preparation and arrival to the academic content and leisure activities, every phase was enriching and educative.

Experience the Christmas Magic in Seattle
Seattle is a recommended weekend getaway during the stay on Vancouver Island. The entire city is festively decorated, and the Christmas markets evoke a sense of home.

Finding accommodation in California
I decided to rent an Airbnb via Airbnb.com. I initially rented the room for a month to see what the location was like and whether the accommodation was suitable for me. The Airbnb was in Lake Forest, the area is very nice and a great residential area, but the distance to the university was too far. The Airbnb is paid in advance.

Comparison of transportation in California – cars, buses and bicycles
A friend and I rented a car from Hertz at the airport at the beginning. It was super easy, as there was a Hertz counter right at the airport. However, the prices for car rental vary greatly. Unfortunately, renting a car in California is not cheap. Especially for drivers under the age of 25, there is always a young driver fee, which can amount to around €250 per month.

Experience California: Road trips in and around California
As you are usually only on campus at Westcliff two to three times a week, it is a great opportunity to explore California and the region in more detail. The region around Irvine, Orange County is beautiful and there is a lot to explore. Laguna and Newport Beach are two particularly beautiful places right by the sea.

Lessons at Westcliff – grades, attendance, structure
During my semester abroad at Westcliff University, I chose four courses with 6 ECTS credits each. I focused on finance and marketing. Attendance is compulsory, which is assessed at 100% and accounts for 2% of the overall grade.
Der Umfang in den verschiedenen Kursen hängt sehr stark von den jeweiligen Professoren ab.

Tips& tricks for your semester abroad at Westcliff University
Your semester abroad is about to start and the anticipation is growing. In the beginning I was very overwhelmed about what exactly I should pack for 4 months. Here are a few tips from me.

My Semester Abroad at VIU
From VIU events to sports events, excursions, hikes, and getting to know Canadian culture – my semester abroad had it all!

My Semester Abroad in Canada: Travel Tips
During my semester abroad at VIU I did a few trips and explored Canada a bit. Among these, I went to the Rocky Mountains, visited Banff, Calgary, Whistler, Vancouver and many lakes.