Erasmus Experience in Wroclaw, Poland by David

Why did you choose to go to Wroclaw, Poland?

Because it's a cheaper country than Spain and I had friends who had been there before. I then realised that it's a beautiful city and it's full of opportunities for work as well as for studying and companies there are becoming more and more influential, all of these factors motivated me to go there.

How long did the grant last? How much financial aid did you receive?

It lasted a year. I'm not sure how much I got, I think around €300 a month.

What is the student lifestyle like in Wroclaw?

Well, there are a lot of students from all different countries and you can make a lot of friends if you live in the residences, you can also join Facebook groups.

Would you recommend the city and the university of Wroclaw to other students?

Yes I would, it's a beautiful place and it's well worth coming here.

What is the food like there?

It's not bad, but I prefer Spanish food. Here, they mostly have different types of sausages, some really nice soups, pierogi are really good and other such things. They have fish, like trout, salmon (my favourite), some sea bream and frozen fish. They have a lot of meat, too, including chicken and veal.

Was it difficult to fin accommodation in Wroclaw?

No, thanks to the university sending me the form to register for a residence directly and to the ESN there, they picked me up from the airport and took me directly to my residence.

How much does it cost to live in Wroclaw?

To eat and having somewhere to sleep costs between €200 and €400 a month, depending on whether you live in a residence or in a flat, respectively.

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

The Polish language is very difficult, but the majority of young people there speak English. I didn't attend any courses, although I do teach classes with my friends.

What is the cheapest way to get to Wroclaw from your home city?

With Ryanair or some combination of flights.

Where would you recommend for a night out in Wroclaw?

Mundo and Eter.

And to eat in Wroclaw? What are some of your favourite places to go?

Kurna chata is really good for nice soup inside a big loaf of bread. Pierogarnia is good for trying the traditional food in Wroclaw: pierogi. There are lots of pizzerias and kebab shops, too.

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

There's a really good route for seeing all of the monuments and museums, but it's better to go with someone who know it already. Rynek is the historic centre of the city and it's full of life. The city is full of dwarves, they're a tradition there.

Do you have any advice for future students in Wroclaw?

• Get the Jakdojade app to get around the city by tram or bus
• Biedronca is the cheapest supermarket
• You need to be able to get by in English
• Take a coat, as well as something warm for your feet
• Make friends, they will always help you out

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