Erasmus Experience in Madrid, Spain by Anastassia

Why did you choose to go to Madrid, Spain?

I love this country and the culture.

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

the whole semester. my scholarship was 450 euros per month.

What is the student lifestyle like in Madrid?

Usually party all the time, but I think this country is much more interesting that party every weekend. People don't really appreciate the culture and the free entrance to the museums...

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

Yes.... there is a lot to learn, if you might concentrate on it... Beautiful weather and parties disturb a lot! :)))

What is the food like?

Too much of bread and too fat for me...

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Madrid?

No, but it was very hard.... Especially if you dont speak spanish and if you dont have friends there.

How much does it cost to live in Madrid?

Room 350, Food 200 euros....

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

At the Uni no, but Caja Madrid makes courses for free. Language is really easy!

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

Airplane

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

Any Chinese or turkish are good

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

MUSEUMS! Reina Sofia, Del Prado and many many others...

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

Be brave :D Madrid isnt easy at all to organize your life... Learn the language before and all this paper work is just terrible, be ready for that! No one knows anything... Nothing is organized... but its still an amazing country that I love so much!