Erasmus experience in Brighton, United Kingdom by Alicia

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Why did you choose to go to Brighton, United Kingdom?

More than anything, because a friend of mine was there in the summer. I was there for two years and I would definitely recommend it.

How long was the placement? How much money did you receive?

I was not here for Erasmus, it was rather on my own accord.

What is the student life like in Brighton?

In summary and definitely based on this more than anything, the nightlife. There are of course other things like the theatre, lots of different music, art exhibitions...

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Would you recommend the city and the university to other students?

Of course, in terms of British weather, the weather on average here is pretty good. The city has a good atmosphere and it is full of young people.

What is the food like in England?

Bad, in terms of my taste, too many pre-cooked foods.

Was it difficult for you to find accommodation in Brighton?

Not really, you meet people very easily and you can move easily. Also, there are a lot of websites like Gumtree or Facebook pages for Spanish people in Brighton which are pretty helpful.

How much does it cost to live in Brighton?

At least £500 a month for a flat. The food is quite expensive, especially vegetables, fruit, meat and fish, which, at the end of the day, are the essentials to eating healthily. Then, going out is very expensive, taking into account that the majority of places charge £5 for a beer.

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What about the language? Did you go to a language course at the university?

No, I did not go to a course. Like everyone, it took a while but I eventually got used to it. My advice? Although it is difficult, try not to surround yourself with Spanish speakers that only speak Spanish.

What is the cheapest way to travel to Brighton from your city?

From Seville, the quickest way to travel is to fly to Gatwick and then take a train to Brighton, which costs £8.

Which places do you recommend for partying in Brighton?

There are many, it depends what you like since there is a great variety. The young people like to go out most days to a specific place because generally these days it is cheaper to go there (student nights)

What about cultural visits?

Brighton has Brighton Pier, North Street, Saint James, Seven sister and Pavilion, which I prefered discovering on my own accord. Take a look at the surrounding towns, there are loads of incredible towns like Canterbury.