Erasmus Experience in Stirling, United Kingdom by Peter

Why did you choose to go to Stirling, United Kingdom?

I wanted to visit Scotland and meet the Scottish culture

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

4 and a half months long. I received 2358 euros from my university.

What is the student lifestyle like in Stirling?

It is extremely lively

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

Of course!!!

What is the food like?

Not the best, often lack spices.

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Stirling?

Yes

How much does it cost to live in Stirling?

1280 pounds

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

No, the Scotsmen speak English very strangely

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

By plane

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

To nightclubs (Dusk, Fubar)

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

Wallace Monument, the top of the hill behind the university, Stirling Castle

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

Have fun, go there, and meet many people, because everybody is friendly there!