Erasmus Experience in Ferrara, Italy by Gül Hacer

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

800 euro per month is enough to live and travel for me (accommodation included).

What is the student lifestyle like in Ferrara?

In general the city is pretty small and there aren't so many clubs or discos. I've been at school till noon. In evenings, people usually go for an aperitivo or dinner. Especially on Wednesday and on Saturday nights are quite good, you can usually find a party to go to. If you have the rights friends, you can plan your own parties!

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

Yes, I do. It's safer, tidier and peaceful than my other options. I never regretted coming here.

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Ferrara?

No, it didn't. I used Facebook pages and my friend's suggestions to find accommodation.

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

Yes, there are some available courses in the University. One level costs 66 euro. And Italian is a very lovely and easy language to learn.