Erasmus Experience in Barcelona, Spain by Lisa

Why did you choose to go to Barcelona, Spain?

for the sun, people and amazing opportunities

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

no money

What is the student lifestyle like in Barcelona?

studying during the day and going out for dinner

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

i would reccomend the city but not the university of barcelona because i ahven't studied there

What is the food like?

expensive, good expecially in gothic and el born

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Barcelona?

yes if you ask for a good one in the centre

How much does it cost to live in Barcelona?

1000 per month all inclusive (more or less). obviously depends on the type of life you want to live here.

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

don't know if there are courses.

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

by plane

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

i personally prefer the gothic rather than barceloneta

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

sensi bistrot, tapeo el born..

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

museums, gaudi's monuments

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

find a house in the centre to share with other students or a student residence so you can know different `people from the one of you study course. try not to go out with people of your own country, you will really enjoy erasmus life only in this way