Erasmus Experience in Wolverhampton, United Kingdom by Adrián

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

It was the cheapest destination from the ones i could choose in the UK.

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

10 months. I received about 250€/month

What is the student lifestyle like in Wolverhampton?

Basically you keep in touch with other international students; you prepare or attend to kitchen parties and go out to one of the few pubs in the city. They are cool but you have to pay an entry on all of them.

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

Although apparently it isn't a beatiful city, you kind of miss it when you aren't there. The university is very well prepared, it's got lot of resources and the management is really efficient.

What is the food like?

Spicy xD
From an Spaniard opinion, it isn't good at all. But you get used to it over the months.

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Wolverhampton?

Nothing at all. Just ask Google.

How much does it cost to live in Wolverhampton?

I stayed in Victoria Halls, and it costs around 3500 GBP the whole year, but you might be able to find accomodation for 150-250GBP / month.

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

Accent from Wolves is not as clear as it is in London. The university have got some free courses to improve your English.

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

From Salamanca the cheapest way to go to Wolves is taking a flight Madrid-London or MAD-Manchester, and then a train or  a bus to Wolverhampton.

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

Indi Bar, Walkabout, Yates, Babylon, 'Unibar', PLANET (Last one is the best!!!)

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

They're all the same. Same menu, similar prices;
Royal London, Hogs Head, Yates, Nandos'

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

Molineux Stadium, St Peter's Church, St John's Church, West Park

Is there any other advice that you could give to future students who are going to Wolverhampton?

Have fun and support Wanderers !!!