Erasmus Experience in Florence, Italy by Lucia

Why did you choose to go to Florence, Italy?

My school let me choose two places for my Erasmus scholarship. I chose Florence so I could have a new experience and so I would have the chance to see another culture and to work as an assistant nurse in Italy.

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

I got €2, 105 and it'll pay for everything.

What is the student lifestyle like in Florence?

I wasn't part of a university institution, I lived on my own and my internship was at a hospital.

Would you recommend the city and the university of Florence to other students?

Yes.

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What is the food like there?

It's really good and, close up, is a lot like Spanish food.

Was it difficult to find accommodation in Florence?

No.

How much does it cost to live in Florence?

Florence is more expensive to live in than Spain.

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

I didn't go on any courses there. But it's not a difficult language to understand, it's a bit more difficult to speak it.

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

By plane, but there aren't any direct flights and you have to buy your tickets quite far in advance.

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Where would you recommend for a night out in Florence?

There are loads of places, especially in Florence city centre.

And to eat in Florence? What are some of your favourite places to go?

I always ate in trattorias, but you have to pay attention the the area you're in. Sometimes the quality isn't proportional to the price.

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

There are a lot of cultural sites to visit in Florence. Especially the Duomo.

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

Plan out things to do and things to see.