Erasmus Experience in Lisbon, Portugal

Why did you choose to go to Lisbon, Portugal?

University
The city
Lower cost of living
Great weather

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

2 years.
€950

What is the student lifestyle like in Lisbon?

Students study quite allot at campus
Living always outside
Having dinners and parties with your fellow students
You are everywhere within a couple of minutes

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

Yes 100%

What is the food like?

Quality taste and diverse
They also like sweet food

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Lisbon?

It took me allot of time to find my room..

How much does it cost to live in Lisbon?

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1100 euro a month
(mostly depending on your rent and uni fees)

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

Portuguese language is tough. At almost all universities there are language courses available.

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

Plane

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

Pink Street (Cais)
Bairro Alto
Urban
University parties

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

Gutsy (Estefania)

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

Just go to the city center and you will see plenty of cultural sites.

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

Start searching for a room very early.
Explore the city by yourself.