Erasmus Experience in Cambridge, United Kingdom by Loïc

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

I have always been attracted by the UK, the people and the culture.

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

I spent three months there. I received no grants.

What is the student lifestyle like in Cambridge?

There are several big pubs/clubs in the city center where all the students gather during the week end. There are not many but the ambiance is nice and you can mix with english people. There are also smaller pubs which are really typical english.

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

Definitively. Nice place, and famous.

What is the food like?

Apart from fish and chips, there is nothing really interesting.

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Cambridge?

I found it with a friend's help, so no cost for me.

How much does it cost to live in Cambridge?

Like any other england city I guess except london.

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

I don't think they have an accent there, pretty english is spoken though.

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

Plane.

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

Get in the city center and follow the mood!

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

Go to pubs, they serve food really nice

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

Some castles, the universities, punting around the city...

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

Enjoy