Millions of students have passed through the Erasmus programme and agreed it’s been one of the best experiences of their lives, but how do you make that all-important decision? Here’s some things to keep in mind…
How good the uni is: Ask in the Erasmus office of your university what options are open to you according to the course you’re doing. Some universities are better than others when it comes to the quality of teaching in certain subjects.
Cost of living: Remember that the Erasmus programme is only partially covered by your university, with an amount that may not cover the cost of renting an apartment, or student life in general, so you may wish to choose a city that’s slightly cheaper. However, these can often be out the way of major airports and other public transport, which makes getting there and flying home more of a chore, as well as more difficult to get out and explore the rest of the country.
Work, rest and play
Learning a language: Erasmus is a great opportunity to get to know another country, but there’s the danger of falling in with a group of other Erasmus students. This is good insofar as you’re all in the same boat there together, but it’s not necessarily conducive to learning the local language. In smaller cities with fewer Erasmus students, it will be easier to make friends with natives and learn some Spanish.
Leisure time and nightlife: Many European cities have a wealth of art and architecture to offer. For History of Art and Architecture students, Barcelona is a must-see. It’s worth checking out which cities offer free entry to museums and other sights. On the other side, each city has something different to offer in terms of bars and clubs, with the larger cities having event nights and stuff to do every night of the week.
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