Erasmus Experience in Santiago de Compostela, Spain by Maks

Why did you choose to go to Santiago de Compostela, Spain?

Perfect weather, the best place to have a vacation, and a good opportunity to learn Spanish because it is one of the most popular languages and study because Spain is a developed country member of the European Union.

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

3 months, 400-600 euros are the minimum living costs.

What is the student lifestyle like in Santiago de Compostela?

Parties, social events...

Would you recommend the city and the University of Santiago de Compostela to other students?

Yes, I would.

What is the food like?

It depends on you because there are many ways to prepare it yourself with all the necessary products.

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Santiago de Compostela?

Yes, it is better to share with other students.

How much does it cost to live in Santiago de Compostela?

More than 500€.

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

There are a lot of language courses and opportunities to speak with local and foreign people.

What's the easiest or most economical way to travel to Santiago de Compostela from your city?

Airlines, bus companies...

Where would you recommend to go on a night out in Santiago de Compostela?

I'd recommend the old part of the city first and after 2-00am the new side.

And for eating? Can you recommend some good restaurants in Santiago de Compostela?

Anything in the old part of the city.

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

Cathedral, old town...

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

Communicate more with foreign students who are interested in learning Spanish (Italian, French, etc. ) because they are also interested in practising and knowing something else.

Share the student life.

I'd like to return again to my past life in Santiago.

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