June 10
I love zoos and aquariums! So I was so happy to be able to visit the zoo in Seoul. It's quite large and the ticket price is super cheap. I recommend you take the little train to the zoo. Once you exit out of the subway it's quite a walk away. We looked at the map and though it'd be ok so we decided to walk. However, as we got going we realized it wasn't the best idea.
Of course we went on a sunny, hot day. So there is barely any shade on the way to the zoo. However, if you go on a cooler day and enjoy a nice stroll I'd totally do the walk. But if you're going in the humid summer like we were, just pay the small fee to take the mini train. It'll take you directly to the zoo doors.
How to get to the zoo (take Line 4 and get off at Seoul Grand Park Station 대공원 역 - Exit 2)
The bird sanctuary is pretty cool because the birds aren't caged. So you walk along the paths and the birds are right there, right beside you! That was pretty cool.
Hippos in real life kind of scare me, but these petite hippos were pretty cute.
Kristen was so happy there were anteaters at this zoo. They are the mascot of her former school, UC Irvine. So if you also happen to be from UC Irvine and have a great connection with your mascot, go check em out. They're quite adorable actually...look at those paws! Awww
Timon! I mean meerkats. From the giraffes, to the lions, and now meerkats. I really felt like I met all the animals from the Lion King =D Look at him! Now you want to come and visit him, don't you? Haha
Hi Bernice, Did you transfer your korea exchange credits to another school? I am interested in applying for the program but it seems like there is no way to know how the credits will transfer...
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There were many students from different schools at the program. Most of the American schools the classes were pre-approved before they even went on the trip. Meaning you have to get the course description and go see the faculty head, and ask them if they would approve the transfer of credits.
I think it really depends on your post secondary institution, unfortunately.
If you are a Langara student, the courses do transfer back, but most of them are unassigned arts credits. If you are planning to go to University, you still need SCH's transcript, but it's up to the university whether or not they will take the transfer credits.
I know it's kind of a blurry answer, but it's difficult to say because it is a school to school basis as to how they deal with transfer credits.
Some students had an easy time transferring credits, and some did not. If you're not on a time crunch I would recommend going for 1 semester just to have that abroad experience!