Erasmus Experience in Rome, Italy by Gerald

Why did you choose to go to Rome, Italy?

To experience the Beauty of the accient
city.. It's so lovely to be in Rome!!

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

It is a one year master programme, I am not on a scholarship, I pay my fees.

What is the student lifestyle like in Rome?

Beautiful and affordable, food, wine and fruits are cheap.

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

Yes, very well.

What is the food like?

Assorted Pastas, pizza and coffee is the main food

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Rome?

Yes, accommodation is expensive in rome, a single room starts from 400euro monthly

How much does it cost to live in Rome?

Accommodation is the only expensive thing in Rome, every other thing depends on life style of choice.

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

Yes the language courses are available for free.

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

By metro, tram or bus.
If you buy the monthly metro card for 35 euro, that's all for the month around Rome.
It works from metro, tram and busses.

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

Spanish steps, and several other exotic spots littered on every street corner

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

Osteria 44,the bramble bar, osteria bolleri, Agorà Bar Ristorante and many more

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

Trevi fountain, collosseo, Spanish steps, museo da vinci

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

Get ready to have fun, good for photographers.