Erasmus Experience in Budapest, Hungary by Agnieszka

Why did you choose to go to Budapest, Hungary?

Culture, climate, good transport to my country.

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

5 months - 350 per month

What is the student lifestyle like in Budapest?

Students are really open, typical party style ;)

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

Of course! Check this out:
http://budapestnights.blogspot.com/2013/10/cnn-says-budapest-is-second-best-city.html#sthash.95hkSY8Z.gbpl

What is the food like?

Spicy and fat, but still delicious and cheap :)

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Budapest?

A few days in my friends place, and then i found flat near university easily

How much does it cost to live in Budapest?

Renting a room anout 200 euro, life about 200-300 euro

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

Courses are available. I was using only english and german. Hungarian is definietly too difficult to me

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

There were cheap flights from cracow.
Now - buses! :)

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

Morrison, doboz :)

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

Do not remember names, but near calvin square there is a street with cute small restaurants with delicious food.
And sth typical hungarian - market hall.

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

Opera of course! It;s obligatory to go there ;)

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

Do not miis your time there - ENJOY budapest. A lot! :)