Erasmus Experience in Bilbao, Spain by Aistė

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

My scholarship is 450 eur per month.

What is the student lifestyle like in Bilbao?

In Deusto university attendance is mandatory. Except that, the rest of time you are free to do whatever you want.

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

Yes, beautiful city, lectures are not bad, bars, clubs.

What is the food like?

In supermarket prices are not high, I can say quite cheap. If you want to eat cheap in the city then in general you have to eat pinchos but they are tasty.

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Bilbao?

No, I just used page on Web and found it by myself.

How much does it cost to live in Bilbao?

I'm not sure, but of course more than 450 eur per month. I'm paying each month 300 eur for flat (taxes included), for food I'm spending about 120-150 eur per month, everything else up to you.

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

Language is really easy to understand and learn. In Deusto university there are Spanish courses for each level, for free.

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

Ryanair

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

On Thursdays always is an Erasmus party in one of the clubs. If you just want to drink a few drinks then can chose one of the bars. There are many bars, almost in every street. And there are a few streets just for bars.