Reviews from our students
Real testimonials from our accommodation.
a dream
It is a super villa. I lived there four months and it was a dream. Great location, great villa, nice owner ... what more could you want?
Naja
We threw a party after which the water in the pool had to be changed. We apologised and told Osiana (the manager) that we would pay for the damage. 2 days later we were all woken up in the morning and summoned to the office. There sat Osiana, a "pool mechanic", a representative of the owner and another man who was introduced to us as a police officer. He took photos of us all and Osiana started filming us at some point. Then we were told that we either had to pay 7.5 million or we would be taken to the police the next morning. We were told to pay for the pool machine, but it was already broken before the party. After a long discussion, we paid 600k for the cleaning, which we wanted to do from the start, and it turned out that the police officer wasn't actually a police officer. The way we were treated after 2 months without any problems was not good at all.
A unique experience
I am currently on exchange in Bali and I can already say that I wouldn't swap this experience for anything in the world. I am having the best time of my life here! Thanks to the Asia Exchange team for making my semester abroad possible!
Do it!
Hello! Compared to traditional study abroad destinations, a semester in Bali offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in a new culture for a limited period of time and have the best time of your life on a beautiful island with unlimited possibilities to spend your free time in a meaningful and meaningless way. The big plus point: Indonesia is ridiculously cheap and enables a lifestyle that you won't be able to finance any time soon! What's the catch? There is none! Because even the planning, preparation and application are far simpler and less bureaucratic than at any other host university...those who apply via Asia Exchange only have to submit a few easy-to-obtain documents, receive their confirmation of admission in a very short time and also have reliable local contacts throughout the semester!
Good, with some downsides
I stayed here for 1 month, and lived next door 5 months. The place is at a central location; not as close to the beach as some might prefer. The nearest beach will cost you about 10 minutes by motorbike, and 15 to 20-25 minutes to famous Double Six Beach and Kuta Beach respectively. Also, close to the hip Seminyak area with all its hotspots; lovely! The appartment complex itself ; you will mainly be staying with other Germans, about 70%, and some other students/tourists/expats from anywhere across the world. Good vibe, very sweet if you want to have a strong social group and support. Security, cleaning services and management are all good and really helpful. Rooms are fine, with 2 different styles. However, depending on the room there are difficulties with moist and mould in/on the walls; unhealthy. This is the reason why I left my room after the first month. Others didnt experience the same in their rooms. Good place if you have a mould free room and want many people around.
study abroad in Bali
I stayed in this villa with 5 other persons for one semester at the Udayana University. The villa is really nice, it offers enough space. It is okay to stay with 6 persons but within a few weeks you wish to have more space in your room. So you should think about it twice if you want to share a room for such a long time. The rooms are clean and offer enough space for all your clothes and other stuff. There are two other villas in the neighbourhood, one is rented to other students. There is one pool which is shared with the others houses. It is cleaned every now and then, so you can go there for a swim without problems. :) All in all I would recommend the villa because it has everything you need and it is close to the beach.
Bali a fantastic Asian adventure :)
Bali is a fantastic destination for your semester abroad. It's simply wonderful on a budget and the culture and diversity of Indonesia is just great. Asia Exchange in particular gives you a deep insight into the culture and the organisation of Asia Exchange is, in my opinion, the best compared to other exchange programmes. In addition, Asia Exchange not only teaches you to speak Indonesian as a language, but you can also improve your English, as the programme consists mainly of international fellow students. Personally, I can highly recommend Bali and Asia Exchange as an exchange partner and would do it again at any time.
Thumbs up :)
Good location, about 15 minutes by scooter to the university in Denpasar and about 35 minutes to Jimbaran. Nice staff, you always get help with any questions and problems. There is a small but well-stocked supermarket right on the corner of the driveway - very convenient. Directly opposite there is a very nice neighbour who cooks fresh and delicious food for little money. All in all, you can really feel at home in the Bagus Jaya Residence. Not a luxury, but perfectly adequate. I would come back again. :)
Location and price are right here!
I lived in Villa Batubelig in the summer semester of 2014. The location is great, there are several supermarkets and restaurants nearby. A real insider tip is the Warung Murah on Lio Square, but the Warung Sobat is also recommended. It was cleaned regularly. The cleaning lady Wayan is super nice, especially if you tip her ;-) Wifi is available in all rooms and the pool is ideal for a pool party. All in all, I can recommend the villa without hesitation. Go for it!
Good location, great price!
I lived in Villa Batubelig in the summer semester of 2014. The location is great, there are several supermarkets and restaurants nearby. Warung Murah on Lio Square is a real insider tip, but Warung Sobat was always good too. It was cleaned regularly. The cleaning lady is super nice, especially when she gets tips from time to time ;-) Wifi reception is available in all rooms. The pool is big enough for a decent pool party. All in all, I can recommend the villa without hesitation. Go for it!
Top location, reasonable price!
I lived in Villa Batubelig in the summer semester 2014. The location is great, there are several supermarkets and restaurants nearby. Warung Murah on Lio Square is a real insider tip, but Warung Sobat was always good too. It was cleaned regularly. The cleaning lady is super nice, especially when she gets tips from time to time ;-) Wifi reception is available in all rooms. The pool is big enough for a decent pool party. All in all, I can recommend the villa without hesitation. Go for it!
A great semester in Bali
The exchange in Bali was a fantastic 6 months in its entirety, where I was able to travel a lot alongside my studies and make new friends with students from all over the world. I feel that I have returned with a positive attitude and a changed person. Most of the courses were surprisingly good, but some were not quite up to the quality of my home university. On the whole, studying there also brought me many other benefits. I really appreciate how much attention Asia Exchange pays to the students and how the organisation feels responsible for everyone.
Roman and Maria
We lived in this villa for 2 months in spring 2014. Pros: The villa is very nice and clean. The landlady Vony understands you most of the time - we were able to communicate perfectly via SMS (then she looks up difficult words in a dictionary ;-) ) and is very nice. In contrast to others, we had little pressure to pay the full rent, errors and faults (light bulb, pool pump,.) were usually rectified on the same day and she is happy to invite you for a coffee. Cleaning staff came about every other day and a pool man about every 2 weeks. You can also hire scooters and helmets from her at a fair price. The location was quite good for us. A quarter of an hour by scooter to Sanglah Hospital - where we worked, about 12 minutes to Batubelig beach and just under 20 minutes to Canggu beach in the north or Seminyak/Legian in the south. Kesambi itself is pretty untouristic! There are three supermarkets within walking distance (you can also buy a sim card and credit in front of Yoniko), various laundries and restaurants/warungs (such as Di Warung - directly opposite). The pool has sun from mid-morning until around half past two in the afternoon. Fittingly, at this time of day, the noodle man usually comes by with his little cart in front of the house and sells you "Bakso" for 50 cents a plate - then it's off to the beach. Small con: A little closer to a moderately busy road than the idyllic pictures suggest. Nevertheless, the noise is manageable, the biggest annoyance for us was the neighbourhood rooster ;-) To summarise, we liked the villa very, very much and would recommend it at any time. Little tips: The Tiara Gatzu supermarket is about 5 minutes (north) from the house. It is quite large and also sells fruit and vegetables. There is also a market on Jl Petitenget at the junction with Jl Raya Kerobokan. We travelled to Tanah Lot, Sanur, Jimbaran, Uluwatu and Nusa Dua by scooter. For other routes we travelled well with our driver Eka (Ekatours.com) at a fair price.
Full marks
The exchange in Bali is the best experience of my life! With the help of Asia Exchange, I was able to combine academics with unforgettable life experiences. The application process was quick and easy and all my questions were answered. I chose Udayana University as my exchange destination not only because of my field of study, but also because I was surprised how pleasant studying on a paradise island like this can be.
Bali in my heart
Last year I spent a semester abroad in Bali via Asia Exchange. Even while I was thinking about it, I had the feeling that I was planning something unique. Now, on my return to Germany, I can say that my semester abroad in Bali was truly the best experience of my life! Asia Exchange played a big part in the successful organisation of my semester abroad and if you are also interested in an international study abroad experience in Bali, Asia Exchange is the only sensible alternative. I would also like to thank Christian Eiermann, the administrator of this site, for his excellent service.
Fantastic experience
I can highly recommend Bali as a study destination and Asia Exchange as an organiser. When comparing Bali study abroad programmes with other providers, I noticed that Asia Exchange prioritises international diversity because my fellow students came from 10 different countries. Therefore, I not only had the opportunity to get to know Bali's culture, but also to learn from and exchange ideas with other students from different backgrounds. In other exchange programmes, the students usually only come from 1-2 countries (Germany or Norway) and in my opinion it doesn't make sense to travel to the other side of the world and then speak mainly German there.
Perfect!
If you are thinking about spending a semester abroad in Asia and are travelling as a freemover because your university does not have a suitable partner university, then I can only recommend Asia Exchange! Asia Exchange will help you reliably and quickly with all questions concerning your semester abroad and will ensure that you have a carefree and great time in Asia!
A great semester abroad!
During my semester abroad at the EOC in Bali, I had many great experiences and learnt a lot at the same time. Study: At EOC you have exactly the right balance between study and free time. The degree programme is challenging and thematically exciting, but gives you enough time to explore and enjoy the island and get to grips with the different culture. Free time: Bali is a great island with many different sides, which you are even helped to get to know and understand in the courses. Support: In general, as a student at the EOC you get all the support you need. Thanks to the personalised support and family atmosphere, you always have someone to turn to who knows what's going on and can help. Conclusion: I had a great semester abroad with everything you could wish for. I would definitely recommend it!
Perfect!
If you are looking for a fast and easy way to study in Asia then Asia Exchange is the best way to go! If you have any questions than they will help you out very quickly. Asia Exchange helps you to gain an amazing and life changing experience!
Sarah
After almost 5 months at Villa Rajawali, I can only say: top! There are some minor drawbacks, as the maintenance of the pool, the cleaning of the rooms and the security staff were somewhat neglected after a while. Nevertheless, I can definitely recommend the villa! Had a really great time there! The beach is close and easy to reach by scooter or motorbike, the residential area in general is absolutely great! Not too much going on and not too little and, depending on the traffic situation, it's also quite quick to get into the city if you want a bit more action. The neighbours are great (especially the nice little shop next door, which can always provide you with the essentials)! If you really want to have a good time in Bali and at the same time enjoy being with people (with ten people you are rarely alone), the villa is perfect! :)
Studying at the EOC
I spent a long time thinking about where I would like to spend my semester abroad. There are so many interesting options. But then I decided in favour of the European Overseas Campus in Bali and have never regretted my decision. Not only can you study here in a fantastic and culturally highly interesting environment, but the European and Western level of education is also provided, which is lacking at some other universities abroad. Thanks to the small group sizes, it was possible to immerse oneself very intensively in the subjects, to cater to the strengths and weaknesses of the students and all this in a very pleasant family environment. The courses were always held to a high standard by international lecturers, but they never lost their appeal and were always a lot of fun. Thanks to the very caring support from Professor Dr Rehling and his wife Merina, students settled in well and quickly formed a small EOC family in which they were never left alone with problems.
Register & enjoy Bali ;-)
GoBali is still a very young programme, the founders Marko and Jan both spent their semester abroad in Bali some time ago and we benefit from their experience. They know what a student expects when they come to Bali for a semester abroad and have designed the programme accordingly. If you want to be academically challenged every day, you should probably apply to Harvard! Instead, GoBali gives you plenty of freedom to see and experience Bali and its many attractions. Marko is in Bali for the whole semester and is always open to any questions, you meet him from time to time in the evening when going out or surfing ... I think that reflects how close GoBali is to us students! I don't have much experience with the other programmes, but I can only recommend GoBali to you! Have fun ;-)
Review
When I first heard about the programme, I was a bit sceptical as to whether it would be beneficial to study in Bali. Gradually, I realised that this programme was very suitable for me. The lectures are of a very high standard and you are very well supervised. You also get to know a completely new culture and are in one of the most beautiful places in the world at the same time.
What to expect at the EOC
"Small but nice" - this motto not only fits the beautiful Bali, but also the great EOC programme. If you value personal support, a very good language level, small learning groups and interactive lessons, you should opt for a semester abroad at the EOC. Not comparable to Germany, the climate, culture, language and, above all, the food in Bali make for a big change. With thousands of new impressions and the opportunity to organise your own free time, time flies by. During the compact weeks with compulsory attendance at university, full concentration and stamina are required. After university, you usually have to prepare presentations or study for the test the next day. But once the attendance week is over, you usually have at least two weeks off. Thanks to the free time you have to work on your assignments, you can make good use of this time to visit Bali or the many easily accessible neighbouring islands or countries. An unforgettable time awaits you!