Erasmus Experience in Villanueva de la Cañada, Spain by Vanshika

Why did you choose to go to Villanueva de la Cañada, Spain?

I need to write my master thesis and I got selected in ESAC to do so. So, It's the nearest place to live.

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

I didn't receive any scholarship but I got Erasmus+ traineeship grant. The grant was for my full stay. I got 450 Euro per month for my living as it wasn't enough though but I also got some funding from ESAC as well that helped me in my living.

What is the student lifestyle like in Villanueva de la Cañada?

It's good. But for bowling and to enjoy other stuff, me and my colleagues usually went to other places either Majadahonda or Madrid centre.

Would you recommend the city and the University of Villanueva de la Cañada to other students?

Of course, I recommend the place to live and enjoy the livings with locals.

What is the food like?

I liked the Gazpacho.

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Villanueva de la Cañada?

No, It didn't cost me anything.

How much does it cost to live in Villanueva de la Cañada?

My monthly cost for living there was 675 Euro including everything.

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

I wasn't in the University and at ESAC, English was the primary language. At my living place, People do speak in either English or French. I know A1 level French.

What's the easiest or most economical way to travel to Villanueva de la Cañada from your city?

I travelled from Toulouse. So, I took plane. from airport terminal 4 to Moncloa, i travelled with metro then I took Bus 627.