Erasmus Experience in Debrecen, Hungary by Noor

Why did you choose to go to Debrecen, Hungary?

Because University of Debrecen offers a unique Engineering Management Msc program which what I was looking for

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

Two years
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What is the student lifestyle like in Debrecen?

The town is pretty calm and quiet. Especially after work hours. It's a very student friendly town, as most people living here are either students or small families. There are few good places to study at including the main building library. Few cool university clubs and pubs as well :)

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

If they don't mind living in a small town of population around 200,000, yes. For me I'd prefer to live in a big city where I have so many options for things to do or places to go

What is the food like?

We cook at home most of the time

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Debrecen?

I found the apartment I'm living through Facebook and communicated directly with the landlord

How much does it cost to live in Debrecen?

Around 50,000 Huf per person + bills which are around 30,000 huf in the winter

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

No not easy. Yes there is two free Hungarian courses that you can take as optional courses as well as German

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

I came from Amman, Jordan by a plane through Romania

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

Bakelit!
Roncs bar
Wednesdays: The Hall
Thursdays: Kilnika club
Mondays: Kazanhaz club

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

Salad box (for salads and soups) is my favorite.
Pomodoro (Pizza)
AlShami (Arabian cuisine)