Erasmus Experience in Leuven, Belgium by Patricia

Why did you choose to go to Leuven, Belgium?

good reputation

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

1000 euros one semester

What is the student lifestyle like in Leuven?

fun and relaxed i have one class per week

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

yes

What is the food like?

horrible they don't know how to cook. and the qualitily of the meat and fish sucks

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Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Leuven?

i came here before to find it it took me 3 days

How much does it cost to live in Leuven?

no less than 700 euros per month

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

there are language courses. but almost everyone speaks english even the bus the driver. if you know german and french it will be easyer to know dutch.

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

plane

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

everyone seems to like the bars and discos

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

portuguese, japanese or italian ones

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

the library and th tower.

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

bring water proof clothes and backpack if you are coming on winter. don't get runned over by a bike

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