Erasmus Experience in Bratislava, Slovakia by Ville

Why did you choose to go to Bratislava, Slovakia?

Because of the interesting school (Academy of performing arts).

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

My scholarship is 4 months and i get about 800€/month.

What is the student lifestyle like in Bratislava?

I like it very much. Everyone in our school are very friendly and the city is very cheap for students.

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

Yes i would! It's very nice here and it's easy to travel to different countries.

What is the food like?

It reminds me of German or Austrian food so a lot of meat.

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Bratislava?

I got it from Facebook so no it did not.

How much does it cost to live in Bratislava?

I pay a lot more than others because I got a bigger apartment (350€/month).

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

I don't study Slovak language.

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

By plane.

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

Cafe Doska of course.

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

I made the most of my food in my apartment but if you like Mexican food, go to Ty Somaru.

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

Museums, theaters and the castle for sure.

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