Erasmus Experience in Lyon, France by iana

Why did you choose to go to Lyon, France?

France was always a country I want to discover

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

Around 200 EU per month

What is the student lifestyle like in Lyon?

Calm and nice

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

I would deffinetely reccomend the city, but not the university. I have a business background, while Lyon 1 specializes in biology/science. If you are studying science this university is the best one for you, but for other studies the level is not very high.

What is the food like?

French food is awesome.

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Lyon?

No. The university provides you with a place at one of its residences.

How much does it cost to live in Lyon?

Rent (residence) - 267 EU/month
Food - 200 EU /month
Transport (you can buy a public transport pass that works only in Lyon, and travel unlimited in the city) - 31 EU /month
Parties - 100 -150 EU /month

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

Yes

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

Flixbus

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

Monday - Ayers Rock (1 beer=1 EU)
Weekends - Casa Latina, Boston, petit salon

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

Sorry, don't remember the names

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

Don't know

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

It's good to know some French before coming, because French people barely speak English