So I’m planning on studying abroad next spring and I’m really torn on where I should go. The programs I am looking at are a direct exchange with the University of Manchester, the University College of London (I’m open to other options in the UK if anyone has any suggestions), the University of Copenhagen, or the CEA program at Anglo-American University in Prague. I’m looking for a place that is easy to travel from, and the UK is probably the most convenient for travel, but the culture of Denmark seems fascinating and something about Copenhagen that I can’t quite put my finger on really calls to me. However, there it seems that the UK has much more to offer in terms of places to go and things to see. Prague is lower on my priority list, but I am still open to it; the architecture is amazing and I’ve heard the beer is really good, but other than that I don’t know too much about the culture. Any opinions on either the programs or the cities themselves are greatly appreciated!
If you have only one semester, believe me, no matter where you go in Europe there will be so many things to see that you won’t even scratch the surface.
My question is, what is your purpose in going abroad? A language? Just travel? Fun? Perspective? That may influence where you go. The UK is nice, but you will find more exotic (and foreign) experiences elsewhere. Plus, since you know the language, it is the easier choice, but that would assume you want a challenge. Denmark is a bit boring and is very expensive, unless you like LEGO. If you go to Prague, you will experience central Europe, with very interesting opportunities for travel.