Erasmus Experience in Cottbus, Germany, by Golam

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Why did you choose to go to Cottbus, Germany?

Because of the course I wanted to study is available here.

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

I am not that much good as a student, hence have not applied for.

What is the student lifestyle like in Cottbus?

Yes, nice. I am happy with.

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

Though Cottbus is not a big city neither so developed as well. But for study... I think it's good it the course of one's interest is available here.

What is the food like?

More or less same like other cities of DE.

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Cottbus?

For someone who doesn't have alternate, it's better to apply for a appartment in the dorm. But earlier to apply, to have more possibility to get the result. This is what I did, and once you get the appartment then things go so simple.

How much does it cost to live in Cottbus?

It depends on how much someone expend for other activities than study, food and accommodation. In general 500-550 euros, cheaper than other big cities of DE.

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

Though language course in this university is a bit slow to go but it's absolutely free.

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

As a student of BTU Cottbus, I got semester ticket that cover all public transport (except IC) in all over Brandenburg, Berlin sates and some specific train goes to Dresden. It's really so nice.

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

Sorry, I am not the appropriate person to answer this question.

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

There are a few restaurants, I checked some food a few days. It's good.

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

Yes, if someone really has fascination to study here, better to come a month before class starting to coup with the new place.

Then try to get some friends inside and outside class. Overall study is not that much hard, also environment is friendly as so many student dorms around. So nothing to worry about, face everything with confident, have relax and fun...

Step forward to a new life! Thanks.

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