Erasmus Experience in Berlin, Germany by Anna

Why did you choose to go to Berlin, Germany?

I was accepted in a school to do my internship.

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

It is 6 months. I have been only payed the first 3 months for now. Actually, it is enough to help me with the living costs.

What is the student lifestyle like in Berlin?

It is super crazy. I love it.

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

Yes, absolutely.

What is the food like?

You can find all the kind of food. There are so many options. There is cheap and expensive food as well.

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Berlin?

Yes it was really hard.

How much does it cost to live in Berlin?

I need 700 euros per month for sure (including the rent)

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

My job requires the English language. But learning German is not so difficult.

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

By aeroplane.

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

The area of Friedrichschain.

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

No, I don't remember any restaurants' names.

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

They are so many historical places like: Branderburger Gate, Memorial to the Murdered Jewish, Charlie point, The airport in Tempelhof, so many historical churches.

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

Be careful about the house owner for the house that you are going to rent.