Erasmus Experience in Dubai, United Arab Emirates by Khadijah

Why did you choose to go to Dubai, United Arab Emirates?

It is a mordern and safe city that is thriving on innovation

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

I recieved a merit scholarship from my university based on my results. Living costs ranged from student lifestyle, an amount of 1500 AED can suffice one on food, transport

What is the student lifestyle like in Dubai?

There are many places for students to have fun in Dubai, malls are opened till 11:00 pm on weekdays and 12:00 pm on weekends. Universities are located in the same place, therefore students can be able to meet people from other universities

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

Not really

What is the food like?

Dubai is a multicultural city, there are food for almost every culture available. In the malls, fast food chains, Chinese, Lebanese, Thai, British and a lot more are available. In addition high end restaurants are everywhere in Dubai

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Dubai?

Only few universities have student residences. I live in a student residence called Uninest

How much does it cost to live in Dubai?

Rent differs based on room type, but for a decent sharing room, the price most like starts from 2500 Dirhams, Food, transport and social life may be 1500 depending on lifestyle , shopping costs may be 1000 still depending on lifestyle

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

Universities offer language courses especially in English, there are language learning institutions. English is the widely spoken language in Dubai

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

Metro

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

Dubai Mall
Jumeirah Beach
Al barsha park

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

Tresind Dubai
Vogue Cade

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

Dubai Creek
Sheik Zayed Grand mosque

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

Dubai is a beautiful city, multicultural, and do not believe in whatever bad review of Dubai you see over the internet. It is a nice and fun place to live in, ensure you have enough money because students aren't allowed to work part time