Erasmus Experience in Madrid, Spain by Layal

Why did you choose to go to Madrid, Spain?

Because i have friends here in Madrid for that i decided to come to Spain.

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

4 years

What is the student lifestyle like in Madrid?

Well, the student lifestyle here would be very interested like, you go out with your friends to know the city and if you want to celebrate with them the typical parties here in Madrid.

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

yeah, i recommend it for them.

What is the food like?

The food.... mmmmmm here in Spain in general they loved not just (liked) to eat seafood LOVEEEEE the seafood.

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Madrid?

well, more or less it's not difficult and not easy... but you'll find a room for student don't be worry about that.

How much does it cost to live in Madrid?

About 500 or 650 euros with the rent, food, transport and parties

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

yes, the language is easy to understand, yes there are courses at the University

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

The economical way to travel is the bus and the tren.

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

Gabana club and Kapital club

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

The market Madrid, La Rodilla, CalidaDe and Cacao Restobar

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

There is a lot to visit, Like the parque Juan Carlos, plaza de toros, parque del Retiro, Jardín botánico, museo del prado, plaza Mayor, puerta del Sol, Templo de Debod........etc