Erasmus Experience in Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom by Ignas

Why did you choose to go to Newcastle Upon Tyne, Royaume-Uni?

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Heard it's a good city for students.

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

Only for the short semester, doesn't even cover the cost of living in the cheapest accommodation.

What is the student lifestyle like in Newcastle Upon Tyne?

The only hard days are after big parties.

Would you recommend the city and the University of Newcastle Upon Tyne to other students?

Yes, it's really fun

What is the food like?

If you don't cook it yourself - bad and expensive

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Newcastle Upon Tyne?

I live in Uni accommodation.

How much does it cost to live in Newcastle Upon Tyne?

Around 80 per month.

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

For me - yes.

What's the easiest or most economical way to travel to Newcastle Upon Tyne from your city?

Take a plane from Vilnius to Leeds and then a bus to Newcastle.

Where would you recommend to go on a night out in Newcastle Upon Tyne?

Digital or cosmic ballroom

And for eating? Can you recommend some good restaurants in Newcastle Upon Tyne?

Nothing special.

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

Baltic museum of contemporary art

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

Be sure to live with other students