Erasmus Experience in Cardiff, United Kingdom by Bárbara

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

Because I liked the city

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

I'm in CArdiff for the full year. I don't know the money yet because I'm waiting for the resolution of the grant

What is the student lifestyle like in Cardiff?

I've enough time to study, go to classes, do my homework, go out, meet new people and visit other places

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

Yes, I would like to highly recommend it

What is the food like?

The food is a little tasty. But there're a lot restaurants with different kinds of foods and a lot of shops where you can buy whatever you want

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Cardiff?

No, it's not difficult. The Cardiff University offers a lot of residences and flats too

How much does it cost to live in Cardiff?

It's a bit expensive, but it also depends on your lifestyle

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

Yes, it's easy, although sometimes, it's a bit difficult to understand some accents. Yes, there're courses and classes of conversation of Spanish, Italian, French and German

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

By bus with Megabus or National Express, or by train to some specific cities

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

To Student's Union or Prymz

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

Fast food

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

Castle, Cardiff Bay and Museum

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

It's a magnificient city very calm where you can enjoy your experience as a student