Erasmus Experience in Kokkola, Finland by Evans

Why did you choose to go to Kokkola, Finland?

Its peaceful and cheap to live in

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

4yrs

What is the student lifestyle like in Kokkola?

Its comfortable for students

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

yeah

What is the food like?

exceptional

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Kokkola?

Yeah

How much does it cost to live in Kokkola?

300 Euros per month

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

Language happens to be the most important thing to know. There are courses organised for foreigners.

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

Via air

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

Calle

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

Sokos Hotel

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

Not aware of any.

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

Its quite a good place to be