Erasmus Experience in Paris, France by Malik

Why did you choose to go to Paris, France?

I chose France because when applying you get the same chances as everyone else and procedures are not complicated and of course it's not far away from home (i'm from tunisia)

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

None, but you can get a student job easily in Paris, i can't tell for other french states

What is the student lifestyle like in Paris?

Depends on the student, personally other then week-end hang-outs' i do nothing but attending my classes

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

Yes, doesn't matter which university you are on, changing to a better one is easy if you have enough motivation

What is the food like?

Food isn't that good, but that depends on your taste

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Paris?

Not really, i was crashing in some family's place until i found my accomodation and moved-in

How much does it cost to live in Paris?

Accomodation-free ?
300€ including transport

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

Language is a bit weird especially for english speakers
There english courses too in some universities

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

As a student in paris you get a travel-pass in all of the city of paris for a 36€ a mounth

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

No recommendations in this area

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

Neither in this one

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

This too

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

Try to find a job as soon as possible, it will help you live a balanced life