Erasmus Experience in Wrocław, Poland by Madalina

Why did you choose to go to Wrocław, Poland?

It was the cheapest option and I wanted to see how people lived in Eastern Europe.

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

The scholarship lasted for 6 months and they gave us 4, 500 euros.

What is the student lifestyle like in Wrocław?

It's really good, even though I came for an internship and I didn't meet many people on Erasmus in the beginning, since most of them lived in the residences and came to study here.

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

Definitely yes.

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What is the food like there?

The food is very good, there is a lot of variety and the prices are very reasonable.

Was it difficult to find accommodation in Wrocław?

No, since I came here through an intermediary business, but I wouldn't recommend doing it that way to anyone else, but I didn't have any other choice, personally.

How much does it cost to live in Wrocław?

Well, you can live pretty comfortable on €500 a month (including the money you need for partying).

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

The language is very difficult, but as time goes on you it gets easier to understand and you'll end up understanding a lot of words, especially if you work directly with the public, like I did.

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

Well, I took a train to Madrid from my home city and then flew to Wrocław from there.

Where would you recommend for a night out in Wrocław?

Melanz, mundo, la casa de la música...

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

Kurna chata of course.