Erasmus Experience in Budapest, Hungary by farbod

Why did you choose to go to Budapest, Hungary?

Between European citys budapest is the chip one compare to the available services for student. as a person who wanted to study in internatinal environment this city have it all.

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

I decided to study here by myself and i don't have scholarship.
Since i have been living here for 3 years now, i am permited to have job. And with a part time job that i have. I recive a monthly between 800 to 1000 eur from my supporter

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

I recommended here to my friends but most of them were interested to study medical. from 10 people i suggested budapest, 3 of them are now studing medecin here in budapest. If a firend of mine want to study engineering i will offer budapest first.

What is the food like?

Hungarian food is more sweet. personaly i am not fan of sweet foods but some of thire food is Delicious. Pastry and marzipan are amazing and i am a fan.

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Budapest?

Not at all. Since erasmus are very common agencys and facebook organization as well as landlords are match to the situation.

How much does it cost to live in Budapest?

The living cost monthly here is around 1000 eur. And with this price you can live better than good.

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

Hungarian language is a hard language but university provide hungarian course to get to know the language and culture.

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

Air plane is the best option for me. There is also train but it took 5 days to get there.

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

Budapest night life is alive. Personsly not fan of parting. I usullay play snooker at the end of week with my firends. But if you wana party there is lots of clubs & bars at city center. You can go for karting as well

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

In general i can say resturant next to danub are all good there are several resturant at batthyány tér And don't forget new york cafe.

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

If you wana have fun for a semester or two while studying, budapest is the city for it.