Erasmus Experience in Barcelona, Spain by Rim

Why did you choose to go to Barcelona, Spain?

Because I wanted to discover the Catalan culture, understand more the political issue here, and in order to learn Spanish.

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

4 months, I receive Erasmus Grant.

What is the student lifestyle like in Barcelona?

My lifestyle here: partying, going out for eating and meeting locals, learning Spanish, hanging around and discovering the city by myself, and well... studying.

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

Yes, absolutely, but I am studying in the Polytechnic University of Catalonia (UPC) not in the UB.

What is the food like?

There is a variety of food, I mean of REALLY delicious food!

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Barcelona?

Hell yes it did, it took almost 2 weeks.

How much does it cost to live in Barcelona?

Starting from 350€.

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

Yes.

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

Flight.

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

Everywhere.

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

Agust, El Tomás..

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

I like Gracia by night.

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