Outgoing Students
Stories from Abroad
2022 - 2023, Andrei Gusev
I received only positive emotions from this internship. A lot of new acquaintances and people who are in the same business as you. It helped me to learn a lot about my specialty thanks to the wonderful professors who always support you and help you in a difficult situation. Plus thanks to them I was able to finish my research paper.
What difficulties did you face during the stages of preparation for your internship? What advice and recommendations can you give to future participants of the academic mobility program?
- One of the main problems at the beginning of my study in Korea was the pandemic, as you have to take a PCR test and have a lot of health certificates with you when you arrive and move into the hostel. But the host university and the department of academic mobility and resource centers of INRTU warn you about all this.
Describe the process of obtaining a visa. Your tips for future participants of the academic mobility program.
The process of obtaining a visa turned out to be one of the easiest. It took me only a couple of days, because if you have an official invitation from the host university. Then call the embassy and make an appointment, ask in advance what certificates and documents you need to bring.
What difficulties were encountered upon arrival at the host foreign organization? Your advice to future participants of the academic mobility program.
- I think the most important thing is to have a good knowledge of English and to download in advance applications that will help you to move around in Korea (naver mar, kakao map, kakaoMetro). And immediately try to take a SIM card with internet (it is available at the airport), so that you can easily get to your destination by maps.
Indicate your expenses related to participation in an overseas internship (visa costs, flight/travel costs to the place of internship, registration fees/taxes/taxes at the host organization, policy/medical services, if used, public transport, food, accommodation. Your tips for reducing costs.
- Your first expense before arriving in Korea is your visa ($80). I was flying during mobilization, so I flew through Mongolia. The cost could vary, but on average a flight to Korea will cost you 50,000 rubles one way. The cost of living in a dormitory is 1280000 WON (93000 rub) per semester. Then the insurance changed during my stay and at first it was 70000 WON (5100 rub) after 140000 WON (10200 rub) per month. The cost changed due to the cancelation of the pandemic in Korea. I would also like to add about transportation, its cost is 1250WON (90 rubles) and varies depending on the distance. In our hostel you couldn’t cook, so we ate in street cafes. The cost of food on average for one meal is 10000 WON (750 rub).
What difficulties did you face during the stages of preparation for your internship? What advice and recommendations can you give to future participants of the academic mobility program?
- One of the main problems at the beginning of my study in Korea was the pandemic, as you have to take a PCR test and have a lot of health certificates with you when you arrive and move into the hostel. But the host university and the department of academic mobility and resource centers of INRTU warn you about all this.
Describe the process of obtaining a visa. Your tips for future participants of the academic mobility program.
The process of obtaining a visa turned out to be one of the easiest. It took me only a couple of days, because if you have an official invitation from the host university. Then call the embassy and make an appointment, ask in advance what certificates and documents you need to bring.
What difficulties were encountered upon arrival at the host foreign organization? Your advice to future participants of the academic mobility program.
- I think the most important thing is to have a good knowledge of English and to download in advance applications that will help you to move around in Korea (naver mar, kakao map, kakaoMetro). And immediately try to take a SIM card with internet (it is available at the airport), so that you can easily get to your destination by maps.
Indicate your expenses related to participation in an overseas internship (visa costs, flight/travel costs to the place of internship, registration fees/taxes/taxes at the host organization, policy/medical services, if used, public transport, food, accommodation. Your tips for reducing costs.
- Your first expense before arriving in Korea is your visa ($80). I was flying during mobilization, so I flew through Mongolia. The cost could vary, but on average a flight to Korea will cost you 50,000 rubles one way. The cost of living in a dormitory is 1280000 WON (93000 rub) per semester. Then the insurance changed during my stay and at first it was 70000 WON (5100 rub) after 140000 WON (10200 rub) per month. The cost changed due to the cancelation of the pandemic in Korea. I would also like to add about transportation, its cost is 1250WON (90 rubles) and varies depending on the distance. In our hostel you couldn’t cook, so we ate in street cafes. The cost of food on average for one meal is 10000 WON (750 rub).
2021-2022, Yang Shuwen 
It is my great honor to be an exchange student in Shenyang University of Chemical Technology, which is an unforgettable experience in my life. I have learned a lot in Shenyang, such as getting along with others, not knowing how to consult teachers and classmates in class. It is interesting that there are Russian courses in Shenyang University of Chemical Technology, in addition to electing Russian. This laid a good foundation for my return to Russia.
In the second semester, due to the epidemic, we could only take online classes at home, but the teachers were very responsible, telling us the class schedule and helping us mail school things to our home. Although it was an online class, we also integrated into the class well and communicated with the teachers, who also tried their best to help us and give some advice
About visa process
Since the exchange school is my home country, I do not need a visa, but you can find our information in the international office of the school
What difficulties did you encounter when you came to overseas institutions?
During the exchange period, there was no great difficulty. For me, I was not very free to go to the school, and I had to go to the teacher to write the application every time
My expenses for overseas internship
I don't need the visa fee
The following expenses are only airfare, accommodation and living expenses
The ticket from my home is about 800 RMB
The accommodation fee is 600 per semester for four people. However, if there is a spare room, the teacher will give us a better dormitory with the same price
The cost of living depends on you. My monthly living allowance is about 2000 RMB. Subway, bus, and school canteen are all very cheap.
In the second semester, due to the epidemic, we could only take online classes at home, but the teachers were very responsible, telling us the class schedule and helping us mail school things to our home. Although it was an online class, we also integrated into the class well and communicated with the teachers, who also tried their best to help us and give some advice
About visa process
Since the exchange school is my home country, I do not need a visa, but you can find our information in the international office of the school
What difficulties did you encounter when you came to overseas institutions?
During the exchange period, there was no great difficulty. For me, I was not very free to go to the school, and I had to go to the teacher to write the application every time
My expenses for overseas internship
I don't need the visa fee
The following expenses are only airfare, accommodation and living expenses
The ticket from my home is about 800 RMB
The accommodation fee is 600 per semester for four people. However, if there is a spare room, the teacher will give us a better dormitory with the same price
The cost of living depends on you. My monthly living allowance is about 2000 RMB. Subway, bus, and school canteen are all very cheap.
2021-2022, Zhang He
I feel very good about this exchange of life. There is a harmonious learning atmosphere. I have experienced the education models of different countries and have further learned the knowledge about burning
About difficulties before departure
I think the difficulty is that some courses are continuous. Students in China have studied this course since their freshman year, while I only study in my junior year. I think it is important to go to the library to read some relevant books
Describe your visa process.
This is simple，just do it.
What difficulties did you encounter after arrival?
There is no suffering. Thank my classmates for helping me a lot. Maybe I need some interpersonal relationships
Cost of my abroad internship
There is no high expenditure. I think it only depends on your requirements for quality of life. I can spend 15000 rubles a month or 100000 rubles a month. You need to pay for what you do.
About difficulties before departure
I think the difficulty is that some courses are continuous. Students in China have studied this course since their freshman year, while I only study in my junior year. I think it is important to go to the library to read some relevant books
Describe your visa process.
This is simple，just do it.
What difficulties did you encounter after arrival?
There is no suffering. Thank my classmates for helping me a lot. Maybe I need some interpersonal relationships
Cost of my abroad internship
There is no high expenditure. I think it only depends on your requirements for quality of life. I can spend 15000 rubles a month or 100000 rubles a month. You need to pay for what you do.
2021-2022, Qi Wenbo
The overall impression of the internship is very good, because as a Russian student, I lack the experience of studying and living in a domestic university. This exchange career has perfected my university life. At the same time, as an international student majoring in international business, the strategic management and marketing management drafted in Shenyang University of Chemical Technology also promoted my professional learning and progress, which benefited me a lot.
What difficulties did you encounter in the preparation stage of your internship?
Because of the epidemic, our exchange life was incomplete and we were forced to teach online. However, the teacher's diligent and responsible work attitude and meticulous care for our lives still make our exchange life wonderful. The suggestion for exchange students in the future is to communicate with the teacher in time to solve problems together.
Describe your visa process.
The exchange school I chose is my home country, so I don't need a passport and visa. However, if the exchange students encounter any problems, they can ask for help from the teachers of the International Office of the two schools. The teachers will guide and assist you to solve the problems you encounter.
What difficulties did you encounter before departure?
I didn’t encounter any difficulties. The teachers and classmates provided us with meticulous help and care at school. I suggest that the exchange students in the future should enrich their spare time during this period, actively participate in club activities, and integrate into the new group.
Main expenses
I don't need a visa fee
Travel expenses and air and train tickets are about 500 RMB
The accommodation fee is 600 per semester for a quadruple room.
The cost of living depends on the different consumption levels of each person. Generally speaking, RMB 2,200 per person per month is enough to cover the normal expenses.
The subway, bus, and school canteen are all cheap.
What difficulties did you encounter in the preparation stage of your internship?
Because of the epidemic, our exchange life was incomplete and we were forced to teach online. However, the teacher's diligent and responsible work attitude and meticulous care for our lives still make our exchange life wonderful. The suggestion for exchange students in the future is to communicate with the teacher in time to solve problems together.
Describe your visa process.
The exchange school I chose is my home country, so I don't need a passport and visa. However, if the exchange students encounter any problems, they can ask for help from the teachers of the International Office of the two schools. The teachers will guide and assist you to solve the problems you encounter.
What difficulties did you encounter before departure?
I didn’t encounter any difficulties. The teachers and classmates provided us with meticulous help and care at school. I suggest that the exchange students in the future should enrich their spare time during this period, actively participate in club activities, and integrate into the new group.
Main expenses
I don't need a visa fee
Travel expenses and air and train tickets are about 500 RMB
The accommodation fee is 600 per semester for a quadruple room.
The cost of living depends on the different consumption levels of each person. Generally speaking, RMB 2,200 per person per month is enough to cover the normal expenses.
The subway, bus, and school canteen are all cheap.
2021-2022, Niu Zihuan
I was very impressed by this exchange internship. I have gained many wonderful memories and friends. For me, this internship can help me have a deeper understanding of my major. I have a clear expectation for the future. Studying and living together with my classmates make me make a lot of profound friendships. I also realized that I should continue to study hard.
About the difficulties
In the preparation stage of the internship, we experienced a lot of preparations, such as urban traffic problems, negative proof of infectious diseases and so on. But these problems have been explained in advance by the teacher has been solved. As for my suggestions, I suggest that we should pay attention to the geographical location of the school in advance and understand the local customs of the city where the school is located, so that we can integrate into the university life more quickly. Also should communicate more with the school teacher, do not have too much psychological pressure.
Describe your visa process. Provide suggestions for future academic mobility program participants.
Since I'm Chinese, I don't need a visa. If you need a visa to China, you can practice with the teachers in the international department, they should know the relevant information.
What difficulties did you encounter when you came to overseas institutions?
When I came to Shenyang University of Chemical Technology, I didn't have too many difficulties. The main suffering was that I didn't know the local traffic conditions, so I should know the local traffic and weather conditions in advance to avoid some unnecessary troubles.
About the difficulties
In the preparation stage of the internship, we experienced a lot of preparations, such as urban traffic problems, negative proof of infectious diseases and so on. But these problems have been explained in advance by the teacher has been solved. As for my suggestions, I suggest that we should pay attention to the geographical location of the school in advance and understand the local customs of the city where the school is located, so that we can integrate into the university life more quickly. Also should communicate more with the school teacher, do not have too much psychological pressure.
Describe your visa process. Provide suggestions for future academic mobility program participants.
Since I'm Chinese, I don't need a visa. If you need a visa to China, you can practice with the teachers in the international department, they should know the relevant information.
What difficulties did you encounter when you came to overseas institutions?
When I came to Shenyang University of Chemical Technology, I didn't have too many difficulties. The main suffering was that I didn't know the local traffic conditions, so I should know the local traffic and weather conditions in advance to avoid some unnecessary troubles.
Please, explain the expenses
The expenses of the internship mainly come from the cost of travel, accommodation and food. The cost of communication is about 800 RMB, the cost of accommodation is 800 RMB per semester, and the cost of food depends on personal eating habits. The suggestion to reduce the cost is to eat more in the school canteen and not to buy some unnecessary things.
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