Erasmus Experience in Nijmegen, Netherlands by vinod

Why did you choose to go to Nijmegen, Netherlands?

I found my internship there.

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

I was paid an amount of 865 euro/month for a period of 6 months.

What is the student lifestyle like in Nijmegen?

Ya, it should be great down the centrum at nights.

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

May be

What is the food like?

I am from India and love afpel cake and other cookies.

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Nijmegen?

Yes as i was looking for a different accommodation apart from the one which my company provided. It was 390 euro/months for a good room in groesbeekseweg. There are various site kamernet,nl and others which charge you 20 euro/month.

How much does it cost to live in Nijmegen?

Roughly around 100 euros excluding house rent, public transport.

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

Most of them speak english.

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

A bicycle which costs you less than public transport.

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

City cenrrum where there are lots of cinemas and pubs

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

Pinnacio

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

Het valkof museum, Nijmegen Museum

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

Shopping at Lidl and C1000 is better and cheaper than in Albert Heijn. Very friendly people