Erasmus Experience in Murcia, Spain by Pedro Filipe

Why did you choose to go to Murcia, Spain?

i've preference for latin countrys and i want to go south

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

5 mouth os scholarship, and i has received 1500€ for that period

What is the student lifestyle like in Murcia?

so glamorous and pretty people. Calm city but with entertainement

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

definitely. has the right size for who walk by foots, with good public transportation, is secure and in a few hours you can go to any city in Andalucia, or Valência e Madrid.

What is the food like?

spanish food, tapas & sangria :)

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Murcia?

4/5 days to find the perfect place.

How much does it cost to live in Murcia?

220€ per mouth, all included

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

i'm Portuguese, it's naturally easy us. i didn't try find language courses!

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

Ryanair to valencia, and then bus.

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

to the center, with friends. No matter where... far from the esn parties ;)

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

Explore... what is good for me cann't be for you

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

there isn't a guide to get a perfect erasmus. It doesn't matter what you friends, that went to erasmus last year, done in erasmus, doesn't matter what i did.

Go, leave the prejudices at home, get the good feelings and energy, know people from diferent countrys and live ur life

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

no matter what, no matter whent. Do what you want in ur way. Stay 1year if you can. Visit all Andalucia, Cartagena, Valencia, Madrid, Barcelona.