Erasmus experiences
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How I survived Naples (2)
Guys, Naples is very dangerous I wouldn't say that Naples is the best place to go to do your Erasmus. Dangerous, shady, you'll be mugged if you get distracted for every one second... LIES. Like every city in the world, Naples has its charm, its good and its bad...
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Oiartza's Erasmus Experience in Lisbon, Portugal
Why did you choose to go to Lisbon, Portugal? Well, in all honesty, I had to put down 8 destinations in order of preference and Lisbon was my fifth choice. I was allocated a place there and I took it. In the beginning, it didn't seem like it was worth it because it's...
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My erasmus experience in Luxembourg, Luxembourg by Virginie
Why did you choose to go to Luxembourg, Luxembourg? The place that I wanted to do my internship in was in Luxembourg. I also saw it as an opportunity to go to another country without going too far (because my finances wouldn't allow it). How long did you stay there? How...
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Miguel Angel's Erasmus Experience in Opole, Poland
Why did you choose to go to Opole, Poland? Honestly, amongst the possible destinations I was offered, it was one of the few that really caught my attention. In the beginning, I was somewhat reluctant, thinking that the people only spoke of how cold it was in their very...
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Incredible Indonesia (Nusa Penida Part 2)
To the port This piece picks off from the last article called ‘Indonesian Experience Part 1’. I had had a stunning day travelling with one of my mates. I had enjoyed my first full day with my mate travelling around Kuta. I won't be going into too much detail of...
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Erasmus in Bari: My Experience and Advice
Why did you choose to go to Bari, Italy? I chose it mainly because my university didn't require an accredited language certificate. Yes, it's true that they recommend having prior knowledge of Italian before coming on your Erasmus exchange, but you don't need to get it...
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Erasmus Experience in London, United Kingdom by Raquel
Why did you choose to go to London, United Kingdom? I wanted to improve my level of English. How long does your grant last for? How much money do you receive as financial support? I received approximately 2500€, but all of this money was used to pay for my...
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Erasmus Experience in Malaga, Spain by Megan
Why did you choose to go to Malaga, Spain? I was doing a placement with the British Council and only got to choose Andalucía as my choice, but I was thrilled to find out I was placed in Málaga. I'd been to Mijas the summer before and I loved it! I had such an amazing...
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Erasmus Experience in Kaunas, Lithuania by Patrick
Why did you choose to go to Kaunas, Lithuania? I chose Kaunas mainly because the university offered classes that interested me. How long is your stay? How much aid do you receive? My stay is 3 months. I receive €150 per month. What is student life like in Kaunas? The...
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Finding Oporto
Oporto, the second biggest city in Portugal, is a city of an undeniable beauty, considered one of the most beautiful in the world, with distinct beauty and architecture and an amazing people. Douro river and the Porto Wine caves, in Gaia, are one of the strengths of...
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Experience at the University of Liège, Belgium by Alexa
How is the University of Liège in general? As far as the level of education is concerned, it is very high and the teachers do not generally make it easy for you. For administrative matters, such as receiving documents or asking for documents etc... it's a mess!...
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Experience at the University of Salento, Italy by Claudia
How is the University of Salento in general? It's a good university with very good teachers and a good syllabus. What are the facilities like? There are many facilities connected to the faculty. But they are well organized. And the lecturers? The lecturers are available...
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Experience at the University of Bologna, Italy by Valeria
How is the University of Bologna in general? Very friendly, there are lots of students and erasmus students too. And the lecturers? The quality of teaching is superb. Is it easy to do well in the University of Bologna? It's a little difficult to get the average for...
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Erasmus experience in Murcia, Spain
Why did you decide to go to Murcia, Spain? This city was recommended to me by my Erasmus tutor. As a matter of fact, my professor had taught at University of Murcia for two years. Source How long was your scholarship? How much grant money did you receive? At first, the...
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Travelling between the Canary Islands
How to travel between the islands, by boat or by plane Erasmus student or traveller through Canarian lands, if Gran Canaria seems small to you, if you are tired of having to walk everywhere and constantly stumbling upon water, I will explain to you here how you can...
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Erasmus Experience in Salamanca, Spain by Laura
Why did you choose to go to Salamanca, Spain? I had the choice between many destinations in Europe, but I wanted to focus on Spain for 2 reasons : improve my Spanish and not be handicapped by a high cost of living. I chose Salamanca especially for the beauty of its city...
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Francesca's Erasmus Experience in Barcelona, Spain
Why did you choose to go to Barcelona, Spain? I chose Barcelona because it is a city that I love, one that has lots of cultures, and every time that I visit it, I notice that it has an atmosphere that mirrors one where I am most comfortable. From the very first time...
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Andrés' Erasmus Experience in Budapest, Hungary
Why did you choose to go to Budapest, Hungary? I wanted to do my Erasmus exchange in a European capital, one that wouldn't be too expensive, and Budapest fit the bill perfectly. The city is incredible, it has thousands of things for you to see and do - it will never...
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Erasmus Experience in Osnabrück, Germany by Büşra
Why did you choose to go to Osnabrück, Germany? I chose Germany 'cause of the transportation, language. And Germany has so many neighbors such as Holland, Denmark, Austria. I thought that I can easily travel to that countries. Source How long is the scholarship? How...
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My Erasmus experience in Verona
Why did you choose Verona, Italy? Verona was the most attractive destination in Italy that was offered by my university. Also, I decided to do my Erasmus in Italy because I have family there, so it was an excuse to have the opportunity to travel all over Italy and be...