Erasmus Experience in London, United Kingdom by Josevi

Why did you choose to go to London, United Kingdom?

For anything in particular, more than the language.

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

I received 1600 euros for a 4 months stay.

What is the student lifestyle like in London?

Definitely not the best one for that kind of '24/7 partying' Erasmus (although it is a great city to go partying 2-3 times a week), but perfect for another kind of student experiences.

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

I did an Erasmus internship, not studies.

What is the food like?

It's London, you can easily find food from every corner of the world, both in restaurants and supermarkets. So it depends on you, the money you want to spend and the time you're going to spend cooking your own meals.

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in London?

I decided to go to a state agent and choose literally the first one they showed me.

How much does it cost to live in London?

A lot. I spend more than 1.000 euros a month.

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

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

Plane

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

Spanish parties at The Loop, my second home in London. I recommend getting drunk early in the evening drinking beer at home, seeking for free entry parties and free drinks ('Drinki App').

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

I felt in love with Wetherspoon, a pub company that has tons of pubs spreaded around UK. The best prices both for eating and drinking.

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

The entire city is a big cultural site.

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

Personal view: London is the most amazing city in the world for a short internship experience. My stay there was like a 4 months holidays. I wish I could have been in the city for another 4 months doing the same non-paid internship, but I couldn't afford it because of the crazy monthly spending and the ridiculous Erasmus scolarship.

Oh, and the weather isn't that bad.