Erasmus Experience in Ghent, Belgium by Peyman

Why did you choose to go to Ghent, Belgium?

I left the Ghent and KU Leuven because the architecture department does not have enough capability to learn architecture properly due to lack of a special education process and knowledgeable professors specifically for international master! It was just a big name not enough good

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

Nothing, without any support from my Ph.D. Supervisor

What is the student lifestyle like in Ghent?

A normal lifestyle, so focused on attracting events to attract more students

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

I was a student at KU Uni, not Ghent

What is the food like?

European, in KU Leuven, there was not any facility for architecture students in some faculties

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Ghent?

Expensive

How much does it cost to live in Ghent?

At least 700Euros

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

No idea

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

Train

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

Not to much

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

No idea

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

No idea

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

Just for studying not living