Erasmus Experience in Budapest, Hungary by Zaid

Why did you choose to go to Budapest, Hungary?

Budapest is one of the rich cities with respect to architecture, landscape, culture, academic, social and public transport. With wide network of Trams, Metros and Buses you can easily travel the city from one point to any other point within 30 minutes. The city is very cheap with great living standard and ideal for students. The iconic Night-Life of Budapest is worth experiencing as a tourist and as a student as well.

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

Scholarship is for the duration of my Masters Degree Program i.e 2 years.
In total, i receive 83700 HUF for living and accommodation. This amount of money hardly covers your basic expenditures if you are living in a private dormitory. So you have to support your monthly expenditures from your own money if you want a good living.

What is the student lifestyle like in Budapest?

The city is Cheap
Living standard is good.
Can easily find private student accommodations starting from 50000 HUF/month.
Best Night Life.
Best learning opportunities.
Peaceful City.
Welcoming Hungarian People.
International Students from all around the world.

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

Yes, Very Highly Recommended.

What is the food like?

I don't have much experience with food, but you can find variety.

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Budapest?

No

How much does it cost to live in Budapest?

For a student living in Private dormitory, minimum 50000 HUf/month.
For student living in University Dormitory, free of cost but no accommodation allowance is provided in this case.

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

Language courses are available in universities.

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

By Air.

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

Monday Night Morrison's

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

Szent Stephen Bazilika

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

Don't forget to bring your warm clothes.