Erasmus Experience in Saint Julians, Malta by Maxime

Why did you choose to go to Saint Julians, Malta?

I choose for Saint Julians because I heard that's the main city for the younger people. I wanted to be close to that city and so later I even lived in it

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

My scholarship was 5 months. I received from the goverment 350 euro each month. From ErasmusPlus I got 1900 in total

What is the student lifestyle like in Saint Julians?

Its very nice, even during the week there is a lot to do. Especially in Paceville. :)

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

Yes for sure, its a very nice city to meet new people, there is a beach, you live close to the pubs and its in the middle of Malta, so you can go everywhere you want.

What is the food like?

It's normal, you can eat burgers, pizza's, baguette's, pasta, fish there is enough choice. Of course there are also local restaurants where they sell local food like rabbit.

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Saint Julians?

It took me long to find an appartment. But when I went looking on facebookgroups there was a lot of choice so thats where I find my appartment

How much does it cost to live in Saint Julians?

800 each month for a 2 bedroom appartment

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

Yes enough. And when you get a chance to follow this course, take it!

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

With the bus

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

Yes definitly! When you go, you never want something else again

And for eating? Can you recommend some good restaurants in Saint Julians?

If you like burgers, you should definitly go to badass burgers. If you like pizza, go to malta oldest pizza.

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

In Saint Julians not much...

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

When you go abroad just take care you make lots of memories! Because this will be a experience that you won't forget