Florence, Italy is up next for the week nine pros and cons.
PROS: - Historical and artistic significance: Florence, Italy was the epicenter of the Renaissance in the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries. The rich history from this time period and periods past make for a wonderful educational experience while in Florence. - Location: Florence is located at the center of Italy. This means it's very easy to visit all of the major Italian cities like Rome, Bologna, Milan, Venice. The train and bus systems are the easiest ways to get around. The beaches and mountains are only a train and bus ride away, which makes for great weekend trips. - Cheaper living: The school I picked, the University of Florence, has the total amount of enrollment charges and tuition fees for around 156 to 2650 Euros. Average living expenses are also generally cheaper than other countries like Germany and France at 700 to 1,000 EUR/month. CONS: - Language barrier: Several programs for non-EU international students are in Italian. The Italian language shares several aspects with Spanish, which I have a tiny background in. It would be difficult, as learning any language is, but the upside is that English is more widely known in Italy than in Prague. - Job opportunities: Generally speaking, the job market is open for postgraduates in Italy. However, there are restrictions for foreign students not part of the European Union. They cannot work more than 20 hours per week, and processing times for extended work period requests can take around two months. Sources: - https://capaworld.capa.org/2012/12/18/top-10-reasons-to-study-abroad-in-florence
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