Life in the Spanish beach town of Alicante has been a distinct and vivid chapter of my life that has now come to a close, leaving me unforgettable lessons and fond memories. Continue reading A Distinct and Vivid Chapter of My Life
Completing my exchange in Alicante has been one of the most enriching experiences of my academic and personal life. Continue reading Tips for a student exchange in Alicante, Spain
¡Feliz año nuevo a todos! Since my last blog post, the seasons have changed (but don’t be fooled, Spanish winter certainly isn’t cold!), and everyone has settled into the exam period. Studying for finals has actually been really exciting because it’s in a completely different environment compared to my past 5 semesters that have all been in Hamilton. Continue reading Studying Abroad, Solo Travel & Spain
Hi!! My name is Emilie Don and I am currently a first year student studying a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences. In 2026 I will be leaving to Spain to do a semester exchange at the University of Alicante. Continue reading Emilie In España
If there’s one thing that going on exchange has taught me, it’s how much I took for granted at the University of Waikato. Studying abroad has been an incredible experience so far, full of travel, new friendships, and cultural immersion, but it’s also shown me how different universities can be in the way they teach, support, and engage students. Continue reading Finding Appreciation Abroad: How My Exchange is Giving Me a New Perspective
One of the key draws of going on an exchange in Europe was the ease of travelling while abroad and being able to experience so many different cultures so easily, and it hasn’t disappointed. Continue reading Exploring Europe, One Weekend at a Time
About a four-hour train ride from Madrid is Alicante, a coastal city that stretches along the Costa Blanca and is full of rich cultural and historical connections. Within my classes at the university, I’m the only non-Spaniard, but that hasn’t stopped my classmates from welcoming me like their own. Continue reading Roam The Esplanade, Try Paella, Enjoy Your Time Away!
Salve Waikato, it’s me Alexander, back again. If you thought my Instagram post on the Waikato Global Experience account was the update to my exchange, with all the flare and enthusiasm that befits it, so did I. At the University of Alicante, I am studying Database Design, Game Theory, Physical Foundations of Computer Science and a beginners course in Spanish. Continue reading Computer Science in Alicante
Kia Ora, my name is Sophia, and I’m about to spend the last semester of my BSc in chemistry at the University of Alicante in Spain! Since high school, I have wanted to go on an exchange, so I’m thrilled to have this opportunity! Continue reading Sophia goes to Spain!
My name is Olivia Bailey and I am in my 4th year of a law degree. I chose to apply for exchange to further my personal growth as an individual through cultural enrichment and diversify my legal studies as a whole. Continue reading Law exchange to Alicante
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