Erasmus Experience in Rome, Italy by Esther

Why did you choose to go to Rome, Italy?

To discover the history of the Roman empire and the present living situation.

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

Three years.

What is the student lifestyle like in Rome?

Very interesting cause everyday there's something new to learn about the culture and custom.

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

Sapienza University would be a best choice for someone interested in doing civil engineering and technology and medical.

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What is the food like?

There foods are so good since it consists of the Mediterranean diet and a person can have variety.

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Rome?

Yes it did. Getting a accommodation can be hard most especially if you a new and you don't have support from well experienced people living in Rome.

How much does it cost to live in Rome?

I would say a lot if you are good spender as far as lifestyle is concern.

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

It's easy if you have the interest and some Universities offer language courses.

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

Since I come from Uganda, it's aeroplane.

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

Well, there are some amazing places like River Tiber at the Vatican, the Janaculum are amazingly beautiful at dawn.

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

Most restaurants here a actually very good.

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

The Colossoum, plaza Venezia, the Vatican city, river Tiber, fountain di Trevi.

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

To focus on their dreams and not to give up so easily.

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