Erasmus Experience in Leuven, Belgium by Tímea

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Why did you choose to go to Lovaina, Bélgica?

I chose it because of the university.

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

I have spent there 6 months. My scholarship was around 360 euros.

What is the student lifestyle like in Lovaina?

It was a good mixture of studying hard, doing some sports, partying and traveling on the weekends.

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

Yes.

What is the food like?

Nothing special, lot of fries and mayoneise.

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Lovaina?

No, it was for free, I just had to go to the housing service of the uni.

How much does it cost to live in Lovaina?

Around 700 euros per month.

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

Everybody speaks English, so it was not a problem.

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

By plane.

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

To the Oude markt.

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

Italian pizzeria, but do not remember the name.