Erasmus Experience in Brussels, Belgium by Sonia

Why did you choose to go to Brussels, Belgium?

Studies.

How long is the scholarship? How much money do you receive to help you with living costs?

Full-time, non-scholarship international student.

What is the student lifestyle like in Brussels?

Fun.

Would you recommend the city and the University of Brussels to other students?

International city.

What is the food like?

Average.

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Brussels?

Yes.

How much does it cost to live in Brussels?

At least 800-850 euro a month if you find the cheapest possible ways to survive.

Is the language easy to get to grips with? Are there language courses available at the University?

No, and yes.

What's the easiest or most economical way to travel to Brussels from your city?

Qatar Airways for a one-way and Turkish Air for a return.

Where would you recommend to go on a night out in Brussels?

Yes.

And for eating? Can you recommend some good restaurants in Brussels?

Avoid vietnamese, don't sell good food at all.

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

Grand Place.

Is there any other advice that you could give to students going to Brussels in the future?

Learn either Dutch of French before coming to a basic level at least.