Student, winter semester 2025/2026, Universidad de Granada, Spain

I had the opportunity to choose subjects from various fields of study. There was a wide selection of courses taught in English, and the overall quality of teaching was high. Throughout the semester, I had regular assignments and tests, rather than being assessed only at the end of the semester.

The level of integration was very high. In Granada, there are several student organizations responsible for helping international students integrate. The lecturers were usually understanding and accommodating when it came to our requests or any problems we encountered.

I lived in a private student residence, so the accommodation was expensive, but it was definitely worth it. I would highly recommend it, and if I participated in another Erasmus exchange, I would choose to live in a similar residence again. The cost of living, especially grocery shopping, was around 40% higher than in Poland.

Martyna, winter semester 2025/2026,  Windesheim University of Applied Sciences, Netherland

The study offer was quite broad, with many subjects, all in English, to choose from, mostly from a particular faculty. The language level was rather advanced, but manageable. Most classes were interactive and based on group projects, presentations, and practical assignments rather than traditional exams.

The general atmosphere at the host university was very positive. The lecturers were kind, approachable, and always willing to help students. Most of my classes were attended mainly by exchange students, which made integration easier. Since almost every subject included team projects, we had many opportunities to cooperate, get to know each other, and work together.

The formalities at the host university were very well organized. Contact with the International Office, faculty coordinator, and lecturers was always easy, and responses were usually very quick. All procedures were clear and simple to complete, and the university systems worked smoothly, which made the whole process stress-free.

The general cost of living in Zwolle was rather expensive, but not much higher than in Poland, except for accommodation, which was the biggest expense (aprox. 650 euro per month for a room). The scholarship mainly covered the cost of accommodation, so other daily expenses such as food, transport, and personal needs had to be covered separately.

The biggest advantage of my stay at the host university was the amazing international atmosphere. Zwolle is not a very big city, which made it easy to meet other exchange students and make friends. The university, together with student networks such as ESN, created many opportunities for integration. There was a large exchange community, so the time spent there was truly unforgettable. The university itself also had modern buildings, helpful lecturers, and a very friendly atmosphere. I would definitely recommend this place to everyone, as I had one of the best experiences of my life there.

Student, winter semester 2025/2026, Universidad de Valladolid, Spain

Study offer: I received a list of available subjects to choose from before my departure, which gave me enough time to consider my options. At the beginning of my studies abroad, I also had the opportunity to make changes to my Learning Agreement if needed. The courses were offered in either Spanish or English, allowing me to choose the language of instruction. In addition, subjects were available from different faculties, providing a wide range of academic options.

I was very pleased with the atmosphere at the host university and in the nearby student residences. Throughout my stay, I felt supported and understood by both the academic staff and fellow students. I believe that the friendships I made during my exchange will last for many years. As for the university formalities, I always received responses on time, and I was able to visit the university office in person whenever I needed assistance.

I stayed in a student residence and was very satisfied with the overall comfort, atmosphere, and accommodation. I would highly recommend it, as it offers excellent value for money.

Magdalena Jakieła, winter semester 2025/2026,  University of Patras, Greece

The study offer was highly diverse and flexible. I was able to choose from a wide range of subjects, primarily from two different faculties: the Department of Economics and the Department of Business Administration. In addition to core academic subjects, there were language and cultural courses available, including Greek language, Greek culture, and two different levels of English. The schedule varied depending on the course. Some classes took place regularly once or twice a week. For others, the professors had a more flexible approach, deciding on the frequency dynamically - for instance, giving us a two-week block for independent self-study. Notably, attendance was not mandatory for all classes. The final grading criteria were clearly explained during the very first lecture. The forms of assessment were diverse and tailored to the subject, ranging from written tests and final exams to presentations and essays.

The general atmosphere at the host university was welcoming and supportive. The professors were exceptionally helpful and always willing to support exchange students, which made navigating the academic environment much easier. My integration with local Greek students on campus was somewhat limited. Out of the six courses I took, two included local students, but we did not really interact during classes. Most of my contact with locals was through the ESN community, though these interactions happened mostly outside the university rather than on campus. My assigned buddy was very reliable. Whenever I had a question or needed assistance, she always responded quickly and provided helpful information.

The administrative formalities at the host university were smooth and well-managed. At the very beginning of the semester, the ESN along with the university administration organized an orientation meeting. During this session, they thoroughly explained all the necessary procedures and formalities, which helped me settle in without any confusion. The quality of communication remained high throughout the mobility. At the end of the semester, there were absolutely no issues with getting in touch with the coordinators. They were highly responsive, and the process of collecting all the final documents and signatures was quick and trouble-free.

The cost of living at the host city was quite reasonable and manageable. In general, the day-to-day cost of living is very similar to Poland. While some things are cheaper and others are more expensive, it averages out to a very comparable level. A huge advantage was the free food provided at the university canteen, which allowed me to save a significant amount of money on daily meals. Finding a place to stay was relatively straightforward, though prices varied depending on the standard. In most cases, renting a small independent apartment or a single room in a larger shared apartment costs around €300 - €350 per month. There is also an option to stay in a hostel for about €120 per month, but the living conditions there are not the best. Overall, with the free university meals and affordable housing options, the overall expenses were very reasonable.

The biggest advantage of my stay was definitely the location's combination of affordability and safety. Since the host city was not a typical tourist hub, the prices for everyday life, groceries, and services were significantly lower, making it very budget-friendly for a student. On top of that, the city felt incredibly safe at any time of the day or night, which gave me great peace of mind and allowed me to fully enjoy my Erasmus experience. Honestly, I cannot think of any significant disadvantages. My overall experience at the host university was overwhelmingly positive, and any minor issues were quickly resolved. I am completely satisfied with my stay.

Student, winter semester 2025/2026, Instituto Politécnico do Porto, Portugal

The course offer at the host university was quite extensive, allowing students to choose from a wide variety of subjects across different faculties and fields of study. However, creating a functional timetable was a major challenge as many lectures and seminars overlapped. Another significant downside was the scheduling of certain classes, some of which were held exceptionally late and lasted until 11 PM.

The general atmosphere at the host university was very welcoming, largely due to the lecturers. Most professors were highly student-oriented, approachable, and always willing to help or collaborate. They strongly emphasized the practical application of the material, which made the classes engaging. Local students were generally helpful whenever approached, though meaningful integration with Portuguese students was somewhat limited. On the downside, the 'buddy' program did not meet expectations, as there was practically no contact with my assigned buddy throughout the semester.

The administrative formalities at the host university were relatively straightforward and handled without major issues. Communication with the faculty coordinator was efficient, as she was generally responsive and replied to emails in a timely manner. The only minor complication was the variety of digital platforms used by the university, which were not entirely clear or user-friendly at the beginning.

Cost of living: The financial support provided by the Erasmus scholarship is absolutely insufficient and fails to meet even the most basic cost of living standards in Porto. Due to the high prices of accommodation and daily expenses, it is completely impossible to survive here without significant personal savings and financial backing from family.

The biggest advantage of my stay was undoubtedly the high quality of education and the overall approach to students. The courses offered were highly practical and directly applicable to real-world scenarios. Furthermore, the lecturers were incredibly supportive, ensuring easy access to knowledge and always being available to provide help whenever it was needed.

The biggest disadvantages were the university's distance from the city center and a significant language barrier in official communication. Most of the university announcements, emails, and newsletters were sent exclusively in Portuguese. This made it very difficult to stay informed, feel included, or actively participate in campus life and the events organized by the institution.

Student, winter semester 2025/2026,  Fachhochschule Wiener Neustadt GMBH, Germany

I was able to choose from a wide variety of subjects at different levels. The language level was quite advanced. Most of my assignments were completed on paper, while those requiring Excel were done on computers.

I really liked the atmosphere at the host university. The lecturers were very open to international students and easy to contact. Local students were also very friendly, and everyone got along well. Communication with the university staff was very easy, and everyone replied almost immediately. The coordinator was always available in her office and responded to emails quickly, helping us solve any problems, for example with documents.

The cost of living was unfortunately quite high, and accommodation was also expensive.

The biggest advantages of my stay were the good communication and the friendly atmosphere at the university.

The biggest disadvantage was that almost everything had to be done on paper. I had to print a lot of documents instead of simply submitting them or completing assignments online.

Maria, winter semester 2025/2026,  University of Alicante, Spain

The list of courses at the University in Alicante was fine - the list of subjects was really long, although most of the classes offered were in Spanish, not English. The choice was still fine, but the courses were more "general" than the specific ones that are necessary for my degree. Besides this, the classes offered were from different faculties, and the description on the university's website was really helpful to find out about the grading methods and the schedule. The teachers usually wouldn't care about the attendance, as long as the students would meet the grading requirements. There were a lot of group projects and more "creative" assesments. It was not impossible to pass, but getting a good grade required putting in some effort. The final exams would usually consist of closed questions (with a deduction of points for every wrong answer) and/or a case study.

The lecturers at the University of Alicante were usually really friendly and understanding. The level of English was at a "communicative level" - they didn't expect anyone to be fully fluent. If anyone needed some help, they were always problem-solving oriented. There weren't many chances to integrate with local students - people in the English groups were usually international students, and the Spanish students who were enrolled in those groups wouldn't attend classes. The atmosphere was still really good, as the incoming students were helpful and friendly.

The formalities were not difficult - the contact with the office was fine (but the opening hours could be confusing), they organised some activities in the beginning to get familiar with the huge campus, and then would help with resolving some issues along the way. Everything was fast and smooth. The communication with the lecturers was also great, as they would answer the emails quickly. The grading methods and expectations were explained clearly from the beginning.

The cost of living is definitely bigger than the scholarship - it covers mostly housing (the cost of the rooms in the centre would start at 400euros/month - depending on the location and "quality"), but adding up things as food (which is more expensive in Spain overall), transportation, insurance, trips and other expenses. It was a good idea to get the ESN card in the beginning, as it would guarantee some helpful discounts/free entries. For the social hangouts, there were places famous between the incoming students that were cheaper compared to others (but wouldn't look encouraging from the outside). I definitely would recommend getting a room in the city centre, as this is where all of the "city life" took place - students who rented a place near the university had a problem with coming back at night, and getting to the university for classes during the day from the centre would take around 20/25 minutes by bus/tram.

The biggest advantage? The community, people, weather, the "locality", closeness to the beach, easy transportation, a lot of places to visit within close distance, lack of problem at the host university.

The biggest disadvantage? Alicante is not the safest place to go - there are a lot of thieves (the amount of students who got their phone stolen is really big) and it could get quite dangerous, specifically at night - but as long as you are really aware of your surroundings, you should be fine.

Nadia, winter semester 2025/2026,  LIUC Cattaneo University, Italy

I was able to choose courses from various faculties, although only at the Bachelor's level. As a result, I found it difficult to complete my Learning Agreement. Since I had already taken most of the courses relevant to my International Business degree during previous semesters, my options were quite limited. I therefore had to select courses that were relatively new to me simply to meet the 30 ECTS requirement, even though they did not particularly match my interests. In contrast, I found the Master's course offer much more appealing and distinctive, but unfortunately I was not eligible to enroll in those courses.

The atmosphere at the university was rather relaxed. The lecturers were open, approachable, and willing to help whenever needed. From my personal experience, however, the level of integration with local students was quite low. Most interactions took place with other international students, and there were few natural opportunities to build closer relationships with Italian students. The teaching style was generally practical and discussion-oriented, with many courses encouraging students to share their opinions and work in groups. One of the courses included field trips to various companies in and around Milan, which was a unique and valuable experience. It was far more memorable than a traditional lecture and provided practical insights that I would most likely never have gained without studying at LIUC.

Communication with the International Relations Office was efficient and straightforward. Whenever I had administrative formalities to complete or questions regarding my mobility, I received helpful responses. The same was true for the lecturers teaching the courses I attended, who were generally approachable and responsive. There was only one exception: one professor did not respond to several emails I sent regarding course-related questions and required assignments.

Cost of living:  I rented a room in a modern apartment located in a safe and quiet neighbourhood, approximately a 15-minute walk from the university. The monthly rent was €550, including all utilities. Overall, I found the cost of living to be moderate, although some expenses were higher than I had expected. Public transportation was relatively expensive, with a five-minute bus journey often costing between €2 and €2.50. Groceries were also not particularly cheap. I usually shopped once or twice a week (sometimes more frequently) and typically spent around €20–30 per trip. What surprised me the most was the reported price of a student meal in the university cafeteria. According to other students, a meal cost around €15. On the positive side, coffee and pastries available on campus were reasonably priced.

The greatest advantage of my mobility was the opportunity to spend a semester at a private, highly regarded university in Northern Italy. It allowed me to experience this part of the country from a business and economic perspective rather than solely as a tourist. Northern Italy is often described by both Italians and foreigners as one of the country's most economically developed and prosperous regions, and studying there gave me the opportunity to observe these characteristics firsthand. I also had the chance to take courses such as Italian Business Heritage and Strategic Analysis of Italian Industries, which offered insights into topics that are not available at my home university. As part of these courses, I visited several historic Italian companies and manufacturing facilities, which made the learning experience much more practical and memorable. Another significant benefit was the opportunity to obtain the Cambridge Linguaskill Business English certificate as part of the Business English course included in my Learning Agreement. The examination fee was fully covered by the host university, hence it was an excellent opportunity to gain an internationally recognised qualification. From the perspective of my future international career, this was particularly valuable, as I might not have decided to pursue this certification independently.

The biggest disadvantage was the limited student life. Castellanza is a very small town, although its proximity to Milan and other nearby destinations partly compensates for this. Unfortunately, there is no ESN (Erasmus Student Network) section at LIUC, so student activities are organized by internal student associations instead. As a result, the range of events available for exchange students was rather limited and focused primarily on nightlife, such as weekly club evenings in Castellanza. When non-party events were organized, they were not always well planned. In some cases, they attracted too few participants and had to be cancelled. On other occasions, they were scheduled during times when many students were still attending classes. 

Student, winter semester 2025/2026,  University of Alicante, Spain

I was able to choose subjects related to my field of study. Before enrolling, I could check the language of instruction and the type of assessment for each course.

The atmosphere at the host university was great. The lecturers were friendly and helpful towards Erasmus students. I didn't have a buddy, but everything at the university was clear and easy to understand. Communication with the lecturers was great, as they responded to emails quickly and clearly. The International Relations Office was located on campus, so in case of any problems, it was easy to go there and get help.

The Erasmus grant was very helpful, but the cost of living was slightly higher, so you should be prepared to cover some accommodation or daily expenses with your own money.

The biggest advantage of my stay was the beautiful campus, with plenty of space to study in comfortable conditions close to nature. I did not notice any major disadvantages. Overall, my experience at the host university was very positive.

Student, winter semester 2025/2026,  University of Catania, Italy

I was able to choose subjects mostly from my faculty. The level of English spoken by the professors was good. Classes were mostly lectures, with presentations as the main form of assignment.

The university has a good attitude towards Erasmus students. The professors were always helpful, and there were a lot of events organized by ESN, so you definitely don't get bored. Communication by email was not very effective, but the International Office was helpful in person (it's better to speak Italian). Contact with the professors was good.

Accommodation cost around €300–350 per month, and food in restaurants was reasonably priced.

Student, winter semester 2025/2026, IPAG Business School, France

Study offer: Choice of subjects was not very big, only 2-3 subjects could vary from what I chose. Level of language was satisfying, I didn’t have problems with it. Form of classes was also pretty good and assignments weren’t very demanding.

Lectures were very friendly and keen to help with problems. Integration with local students took some time, however they were also friendly. Quality of communication with the host university was very satisfying. Everyone was keen to help in a fast way.

Cost of living in Nice is very high. Erasmus scholarship does not cover even rent. That is worth considering. Leisure, groceries and transport are also pricy.

The biggest advantage was location and easiness of studies. The biggest disadvantage: difficulties about integration with the country and the cost of living.

Student, winter semester 2025/2026,  University of Patras, Greece

The professors were really nice they helped a lot in many stressful and difficult situations. Whenever we had any difficulties we asked Greek students for help and always received it. My buddy was a very helpful person; he not only gave me a lot of tips about the university but also gave me a hand while I was having problems with my apartment. The only problem I had with the International office is the time I needed to wait for the response, everything else was good.

Cost of living was high. Renting an apartment, public transportation, telecommunications, food that was expensive. But thankfully the university offered free meals and that helped a lot.

The biggest advantage of staying at the host university was definitely the improvement of my communication skills and English language.

Student, winter semester 2025/2026, University of Nicosia, Cyprus

Study offer: I could choose variety of subjects. Three of them matched my subjects in Poland, other two were elective. The subjects were in Greek or in English. Some of them were twice a week so I could choose the day I prefer and sign for the right group. The level of English was good, didn't have any problems with understanding the teachers. The classes were usually a mix of practice and theory. One class was 3 hours. We were using "Blackboard" platform for our assignments.

The atmosphere was great, some of the teachers didn't even know that I'm Erasmus student, the same with locals. The host university would send us emails regularly, also replied quickly to our questions.

The cost of living was high compared to Poland. Some of the daily use products were cheaper but overall I spent double the amount I spend in my home country.

The biggest advantage of my stay at the host university was the ability to try different methods of teaching and teachers attitude compared to Polish university.

The biggest disadvantage was maybe the fact that everything seemed to be formalized, for example, the exams. Teachers would ask us to leave all our bags, backpacks, and phones in one spot, but then it turned out that we were having our exam in a classroom that couldn't fit the whole group + there was another group from a totally different course having their exam at the same time.

Emilia, winter semester 25/26, University of Rijeka, Croatia

(Erasmus+ KA131 (within the European Union), with a scholarship)

Study offer:

I was put on tourism and hospitality management faculty which was not strictly connected to my studies in Poland. The faculty was distant 20 km from Rijeka, so I wasn’t able to choose subjects from various faculties. The level of studies was moderate but required a lot of own work. As far as I know it was one of the most demanding faculties.

The atmosphere at faculty was really friendly. It’s small faculty located on seacoast so I’d was quite cosy. The whole Erasmus community in Rijeka was great. ESN organization is working very well and they are paying much attention to integrate and take care of everyone.

Formalities at the host university (contact with International Relations, coordinator at the faculty, lecturers, quality of communication):

Everything was great at this field. Erasmus Coordinator- Jasna Lasinger Siladev, was the best coordinator from all faculties at UNIRI. She managed to get us required documents before our arrival so we didn’t have to go to city office to complete formalities. Students from every other faculty had to do it themselves. The contact with her is easy, she replies emails very fast and also contacted with us via Whatsapp. Also she was very helpful with things not related to studies such as doctors appointments.

Cost of living and accommodation:

I was renting a room 4-bedroom apartment in the great location in city center and I was paying monthly rent 280€ + utilities around 30€ during winter.

Biggest advantage of your stay: People, the whole experience and seacoast, swimming in February

Biggest disadvantage of your stay: Daily commute 40 min bus to the faculty

Eryk Tajs, winter semester 25/26, Universita Degli Studi di Milano, Italy

(Mobility type: Erasmus+ KA131 within the European Union, with a scholarship)

I studied five subjects: 1. Soft skills for entrepreneurs 2. Digital marketing and innovation 3. Human resources management 4. Management of innovation 5. Employment, inequalities and discrimination in global labour market. I received consent for the recognition of grades for three of my subjects, namely: 1. Soft skills for entrepreneurs 2. Digital marketing and innovation 3. Human resources management.

My major is Entrepreneurship and Finance. All five of my subjects (including the three that were aligned with my Polish syllabus) were offered by the 'Faculty of Political, Economic and Social Sciences'. I didn’t feel the need to look for courses at other faculties as the offer within my own was very comprehensive. The language level was high, and all classes were held on-site at the university. Regarding the assignments, for the 'Digital Marketing and Innovation' course, taught by Professor Lamberto Zollo (whom I highly recommend), we had to develop a business project focusing on a market gap. We later had the opportunity to present it at a major international company based in Milan that collaborates with companies like Microsoft. It was a great practical experience

The atmosphere at the university was excellent, and the lecturers were very kind and helpful. Although I had no contact with my assigned 'buddy,' it wasn't an issue at all in my case. Both local and Erasmus students were very open and welcoming to everyone, which was great. Furthermore, the ESN is very active and operates very efficiently.

Contact with International Relations, coordinator at the faculty, lecturers, quality of communication:

Communication with the International Relations Office was fast and efficient. My coordinator, Massimo Costa, was a fantastic person very helpful and quick to respond to any inquiries. Therefore, the quality of communication was top-notch, which contrary to common stereotypes about Italy.

Costs of living and accommodation:

Milan is one of the most expensive cities in the EU. You have to be prepared for the fact that a room in a good district with a decent standard costs between €700 and €850 per month or even more. Renting a studio apartment on your own starts at around €1200, although you could try applying for student dormitories Grocery prices are slightly higher than in Poland, but not significantly. However the nightlife can easily ruin your budget, you should be ready to spend more than you initially planned. As you can anticipate from the rent prices the scholarship is absolutely insufficient for this incredible city. You definitely need extra savings to fully enjoy what Milan has to offer.

The biggest advantage of studing abroad, especially in a city as dynamic as Milan, was incredibly transformative. Living abroad has always been one of my primary goals, and this experience has only strengthened my conviction to return to Milan to live in the near future. It truly broadens your horizons and encourages deep reflection you discover so much more about yourself when you step out of your comfort zone and away of your "own backyard"

I honestly didn't encounter any significant disadvantages from the host university's side. The experience was seamless and everything was handled professionally.

Aurelia, winter semester 2024/25, Masarykova Univerzita Brno, Czech Republic

Really interesting subjects, professors has good language skills and they are welcome to international students (because university has also strong representation of international students for full time studies). I choose some subjects for only exchange students like Presenting Internationally and International Communication, assignments were various but not too much so I was able to travel and meet with friends

Lecturers are so nice and friendly, they also like to ask about people’s countries and their experience or opinion about some issues. Amazing experience for students, they have ESN which organised a lot of events also together with other universities in the city, also my buddy was really helpful for information about accommodation and others

Communication was really easy. Coordinators for exchange students were replying quickly and simply for understanding.

Big advantage for accommodation are dorms in good price, the quality is also good but hardly depends on building, costs of living are moderate, compare to Poland but the city life is not that expensive (drinking at bar and also eating out).

The best thing about my stay was meeting and making friends with people from all over the world.

Maria, winter semester 24/25, Hochschule Worms, Germany

I was able to choose subjects from various faculties, but since I'm a master student, there weren't that many possibilities as for bachelor students.

The level of English was high and professional. The only problem I had was that the list of offered courses was updated at the end of August, so if someone is choosing the university based on the subjects, be aware that they can change.

The atmosphere at the university was great. Everybody was helpful and nice. The international office really took care of the exchange students organizing many different activities. They answer emails quickly and are very helpful.

The costs of living are very similar to those in Poland. I had a room at the dorms and it costed me 350 euro.

The biggest advantage of my stay was the atmosphere. 

Unfortunately, since I had all of my subjects in English and my German teacher (I attended a German language course) wasn't the best, I didn't learn as much as I thought I would.

Nicola, winter semester 24/25, University of Alicante, Spain

I was able to choose subjects from various faculties. The level of language was okay. Classes took place on the campus while assignments either campus or online.

There was no "buddy". However , the whole staff and lecturers were very helpful and friendly. I had some of my subjects with local students , some only with Erasmus students and some mixed.

The contact and communication was surprisingly good. I have never had any problems. It was possible to contact lecturers easily through university's website.

The Erasmus scholarship should be enough to cover the basic expenses. However, if you want to travel or party a lot, it is better to have more money.

The biggest advantage of my stay were: weather, people and the whole city and the biggest disadvantage was the accent of some Spanish professors.

Student, winter semester 2024/25, Universidade de Vigo, Spain

There were so few subjects to choose from that I had no choice (so that subjects would not be repeated). The faculty did not matter as long as the dean agreed. The level of English language teaching was generally good, but students were expected to be flawless. The secretariat does not know any English. Attendance at classes was very stricted and we had to prepare more for lectures, which were obligatory, than for practical classes. However, the tasks were not checked thoroughly, without any feedback.

The general atmosphere, considering that you can't really communicate with anyone in English, was average. The lecturers were very restrictive. Communication with local students was non-existent, because most of them don't speak English. Communication with Buddy was great for me, I met a great person, but I know that some Buddys didn't even talk to their charges.

Any contact with this university must be via email, as they do not speak English over the phone and cannot pass on any information over the phone. The average wait for a response to an email is a week. However, the coordinator is one of a kind and answers fairly quickly. You will not be able to communicate in English in the office. With lecturers, you can (at least those who teach in that language).

It is hard to find accommodation that is really nice and warm (in winter). Dormitories are private and cost much more than those apartments in the city center. It is worth adding that the university itself with dormitories is located 40 minutes by bus from the city center. The fact that the university does not help in any way with accommodation is a joke in my opinion. The costs of apartments are quite comparable to Polish apartments (a bit more expensive). The costs of living are quite similar to those in Poland.

The advantage was learning the language and using it on a daily basis with the help of a paid language course.

The biggest disadvantage was the lack of organization.

Zuzanna, winter semester 2024/25, Univeristy of finance and administration (VSFS), Czech Republic

There were many subject to choose from (either mainly focused on Economcis or Marketing Commuication), all of them were in English, classes were not online- but they did record them and upload in the site, 18h of lectures, 9h of lab, usually 2-3 assigment either a presentation or an essay, general quite easy.

They're very used to Erasmus student, teacher were very accomadating, they cleared up any aspects that we didn't understand ( like i.e. if someone didn't have Marekting classes , theacher would accept basic concepts), we had group projects with local students. The lectures are usually well preapred, teachers have actual real-life experience, so it makes the whole learning proccess better, it's easy to pass, the lectures are recorded so you can always get access to them if you missed one of the lectures.

Our Coordinator was extremely helpful and nice, she was almost always avaible, you can text here via Whatsupp which eased the communication proccess , they prepared a great Orginization/Welcome week, full of events that gave us a chance to integrate with other Erasmus students.

Regarding accomodation/ prices: it depends in which part of Praque, you're living, I would say it's quite simmilar to if you lived in Cracow.

The biggest disadvantage was that you always have to wear the access card to univeristy, otherwise it's hard to get. And sometimes you can have classes from 4 pm to 8.45 pm.

It's a great school, would reccomend, and Prague is a great place to do your Erasmus.

Martyna, winter semester 2024/25, Universitat de Girona, Spain

There were few classes in English language, I had to choose one subject taught 100% in Spanish, but I wrote the tasks and the exam in English. Classes are usually held in the afternoon until the evening. The lessons are interesting, and the teachers do not require memorizing the text. More practical knowledge than theoretical, so more conversations or presenting your thoughts in front of the class. I was able to choose subjects from various faculties and years.

Local students were really nice towards Erasmus students and they were willing to help in everything.

The erasmus coordinator is very nice and replies to emails quickly. They organized an integration meeting for us and created a whatsapp group, but it was not used.

Together with a friend from the EU from the same course and year, we rented an apartment in a convenient location in Barcelona. The apartment is over 50 square meters and has all the necessary equipment such as an oven, washing machine and even a microwave. The scholarship covered the entire rent of the apartment with utilities. Food for one person (including eating out and drinks) cost me about 100-120 euros per month.

The biggest advantage of my stay at the host University was meeting my soul mate :), learning new things and languages, gaining knowledge in a different way.

The biggest disadvantage was small amount of subject thought in English.

Katarzyna, summer semester 2023/24, Loyola Universidad, Spain

Most of the classes I chose were in English (elective ones) on very good level, there were a lot of assignments, presentations and learning how to present them in front of big group of people.

Gneral atmoshere was great, buddy program was working a lot of help, generally big groups of International students so u could met a lot of people on daily basis

Coordinators at the faculty and lecturers were pretty good, always helpful.

About accomodation: be careful of scams (I’ve got scammed for 900€) but easy to find an apartament. Also it’s sometimes dangerous on the street (be careful about ur things).

The biggest advantages of my stay were: people, city and weather.

Wiktoria, summer semester 2023/24, University of West Attica, Greece

You could have choosen classes from all faculties which were offered in english, the business and administration faculty was the biggest with the biggest amount of students and here the classes were only for erasmus students. The level of language wasn't that high, I would say maybe B2, the classes were stated on site in the University buildings and were kept as lectures. From each class you had to do one main final assigment and mostly also then present it and on the end there was an exam.

I only had classes with people from Erasmus. But when you had the possibility to talk to the locals there were always open to help with any matter, but they were kinda afraid to talk in english. Most of the lecturers were really nice but some of them had a kinda not nice attitude towards the erasmus studends, like the one teacher from financial management which didn't let me write the final exam. Overall this is a greek university so you should bring with you a lot of peace and understanding.

Everything was done via Email correspondation and the coordinator was replaying quite fast. The lecturers when they responded that was good, but mostly they didn't replied.

Unfortunately Athens is not that cheap as you would have expected. Luckily you get free meals from the university at the canteen and I would say the food was "eatable". More or less for a room to rent you pay from 300 till 500 euro. You have to be aware in which region you rent you room becasue some districs are really dangerous.

The biggest advantage of my stay were people I have meet during the classes and the free meals at the cafeteria, this really bonded us as a group.

Overall I really liked my stay in Athens, it depends which classes are you taking. Where you live and who you meet.

Marta, Universidad de Oviedo, Spain, winter semester 2023/24

I was able to choose (and basically had to choose) from various courses from the same faculty, as the faculties are located in different buildings, sometimes situated far away from each other, therefore it wouldn't have been possible to travel from class to class. The offer wasn't very big, but that was more of a personal problem for me,because as a part of my course here in Katowice I have already completed many subjects. The level of English represented by the professors was very high and professional

The academic level overall was (in my opinion) very high- every class included at least one middle term exam, as well as a presentation/essay, group work, individual tasks and the main exam, so there was a lot of work to do. The deadlines were sometimes very short, every task submitted to the learning platfrom went through an anti-plagiarism program, the points obtained during classes were carefully noted ( the same with attendance points) and activity points were really making a difference in the final grade. I would say assignments in general were also very challanging, and overall the requirements for passing these subjects were complicated and hard.

The atmosphere at the university was very correct. Lecturers' attitude towards erasmus students was very normal, we were never treated differently from the regular spanish students ( which unfortunately also sometimes meant the lack of understanding of, let's say- one more abscence at classes). There was only one lecturer who unfortunately made it very difficult to pass the subject, as the students were made to do everything by themselves, without a bit of in-class explenations.

The level of integration with local students was also fine, most of the classes were made up of erasmus students so there weren't that many opportunities to meet spanish students, but once we did- they were very polite and nice. The cooperation with my "buddy" was also okay, truth be told I didn't really need much help with organizational things.

The contact with International Relations was just fine- not too bad, not amazing. A couple of times, to obtain a certain document, writing a couple e-mails during a short period of time was unavoidable.

The costs of living in Oviedo are very affordable, especially in comparison with cities such as Madrid or Barcelona. There are a lot of supermarkets, even the international ones ( Lidl), smaller, more local stores, next to Oviedo there is also a big mall with stores such as Primark, H&M, Ikea etc. Approximate prices are: a pack of buns from Mercadona (12 buns)- around 1.50 euro, a bottle of juice- 0.80/1 euro, a pack of ham/cheese- around 1.50/2 euro. In my mind, the best option for accommodation is looking for a regular flat from a real estate agency, or for a room to share in a regular apartament with some friends. The best website to search for an apartament to rent would be Idealista. An average price for a room in an apartamant would be around 350 euro/month. Don't be afraid to look for flats a bit further from the city center, as they tend to be less expensive and have better quality- the ones located in the strict center are more old and rarely have elevators, for example.

The biggest advantage of my stay was a opportunity to increase my spansih level - I didn't participate in the free spanish course at the beginning of my erasmus, as it was meant only for students with level A1 ( mine is a bit higher). However, the sole opportuntiy to meet some spanish speaking students and befriend them gave me options to improve my language skills.

Unfortunately, the amount of tasks/exams/presentations per class. There were far too many, with short deadlines and they were a lot of times really complicated to fulfill. Overall the academic level was really high.

Kseniia, University of Ljubjana, Slovenia, winter semester 2023/24

Wide variety of subject to choose from very common to very specific, the level of English from professors was on a high level, the study is quiet intensive, each class has own additional obligator seminar and task to complete. Each local student also was speaking English on high level.

The general atmosphere is very inspiring and engaging into subject, every student will for sure learn from every subject, there a lot of cooperation of students.

Thanks so much for International Office for so nice organisation that I really try to help. All information was showed quiet nicely.

If you get a place in dormitory which is quite hard, it would cost around 215 euro, if you choose the room in a flat, you would minimum 350 euro.

The biggest advantage of my stay was structured and clear plan of studies, you always know what are requirements. What I didn’t like was very strict rules of examination organisation. You should register min 5 days before exam and sometimes there are problems in system that you simply cannot register and you have to stress a lot contacting whole day with Dean's office.

Student, Universita degli studi di Milano Bicocca, Italy, winter semester 2023/24

I was allocated in my own department but had an opportunity to choose two maximum courses from different departments; level of language was good enought on every courses; my four courses were in the University and one was blended with online learning, which was a good solution.

All lecturers were understanding and in helpful; my courses were mostly attended by erasmus students so the integration was pretty fast, because all of us were open minded to meet new people

All lecturers were informating us by emails, the contact was mostly up to date. The coordinators and volunteers of the university were amazing and always ready to help with every problem

The cost of living and accommodation in Milan were high; unfortunately the grant were not enough to cover the cost of only accommodation, even if i had really cheap one. There werent many discounts for students, even on the activities provided by ESN, which were quite expensive too.

My university were really cool, the people were great and i had an accomodation nearby. The only disadvantage is that i have to catch up all the previous semester now, because my courses didnt match in the receiving university.

Julia, University of Osijek, Croatia, winter semester 2023/24

The subject offer was not really wide but still i found some very interesting subjects and professors. The level of language in which classes were lectured was high. I would love to see more assignments which would require to work in groups.

I loved the attitude of most professors towards Erasmus students. Unfortunately, I was not provided with “buddy”. All integration with local student was initiated by me. Croatian students are not really into making new friends.

Some of formalities  were complicated, the lectures started really late and there was no information about it before.

Costs of living and accommodation were higher than expected, but bearable for student.

The biggest advantage of my stay was Croatian friends i have met.

Anna, VERN' University of Applied Science in Zagreb, Croatia, winter semester 2023/24

They offer really interesting subjects I could choose them out of 3 different faculties (it was possible to mix them). All courses were taught by excellent lecturers with a lot of experience and really good level of English. Most of cases I had to do some kind of written assignments or presentations to get final grade.

There is no possibilities to integrate with local students, because all courses are only with other Erasmus students. The university don't have any organisation who helps exchange students, but you can easily join ESN Zagreb and participate in their events or sign up for Buddy system.

Lecturers and International Office respond pretty fast for emails, answer for all of questions and help in case some problems.

Prices for accommodation starts with 350 Euro per room. There is really good public transportation in Zagreb, so don't worry if it's a bit far from center and university. With student card you have nice discounts in student canteens, for full dinner with beverage, soup and so on I paid less than 2 Euro. If someone wanna cook by himself, prices in shops are a bit more expensive than in Poland.

The biggest advantage was way of teaching, most of courses were dynamic, with a lot of conversations and interactions. Final works were really creative and individual.

The biggest disadvantage was a really low chance to get dormitory, because Erasmus people are the last in queue.

Karolina, ISCAP Politecnico do Porto, Portugal, spring semester 2022/23

Im fully satified with the reciving institution, all started with Orientantion Week when we could meet the univeristy and got the warm welcome and help with all that we needed. The atmosphere on the univeristy was super nice, no stress, good contact both with other students and with lecturers.

The study offer was very broad and International Office super open and helpful, changes in the plan were allowed after checking if we really like the subjects without any problems. Form of classes and assignments were also diversified, it was easy to find something that suits best.

All the formalities were presented really clearly, everyone I got contact with was super helpful and kind and english speaking. Every time i needed anything, I got help with the smile

I have chosen student residence "LIV Student" as acommodation and I am completely satisfied. General cost of leaving was not high, prices simmilar to Polish ones, if not even lower

The biggest advantage of the whole stay was the no stress atmosphere full of good energy.

Julia, HZ University of Applied Science, Netherlands, spring semester 2022/23

Studying in the Netherlands looks different than studying in Poland. One study year is not only divided into 2 semesters, but also to 4 blocks. I was doing the program International Business, so the only subjects I could choose from were from my program. On the second semester there is one main subject “Student Company”. The whole semester we were working on assignments for our student company. My student company consisted of 8 students from different parts of world.

The teachers are really nice, and helpful. To most of the teachers we address by their name. Since we were working in the groups, we were mixed by the university. In every group there were Dutch students, international ones and the exchange, so we all worked together.

 Since I got the option to rent a room at a campus, I didn’t have a problem with looking for the accommodation. The cost of my room was 335 euros per month. Living in the Netherlands is quite expensive. Approximately, for one month you need to have around 250-300 euros, to spend on groceries, going out.

I believe that the biggest advantage of my stay there is the experience I gained. As I said above, me and my group were working on our student company. We created a startup from zero, we struggled to maintain our company, to sell our product. The experience with having my own company was one of the biggest challenges in my whole life.

Student, POLITÉCNICO DO PORTO, Portugal, spring semester 2022/23

In the beginning, I got a few study plans I needed to choose one. I'm currently finishing my bachelor's degree, but I was able to choose one of the master's degree study plans. The most interesting thing for me was that I didn't have to take the exams. I could choose a form of continuous assessment, which I did. I could study subjects which are not available in my polish university. I have to say it's a very nice university.

I was very thankful because i got a buddy, at the beginning it was very helpful and made my life easier. The orientation week was also a good experence.

Costs of living in Portugal in my opinion are actually very similar to the costs in Poland, but unfortunatelly they have problems with housing. Rooms are very expensive.

Student, University of Zagreb, Croatia, spring semester 2022/23

 The lecturers were very friendly and if I didn't know something they answered my questions. I was surprised that the universities only organized an integration week and that was all. The rest of the integration outings were organized by ESN and most required a paid card and an additional fee. My buddy only contacted me at the beginning and he was from another department.

Lecturers very often wrote back the same day on the email. I also had very good contact with the exchange office. I was very annoyed that they did not give the exact dates of exams (times) and room beforehand.

If you get a dormitory, which is very cheap, and eat in the menzas (student cafeterias where students have 60% subsidized meals and a two-course dinner with dessert is about 2 euros) it is very cheap. I, however, preferred to cook on my own and it came out much more expensive than in Poland.

I started classes at noon or afternoon and could sleep in the morning.Very often lecturers were late sometimes even 0.5 hours, or one lecturer did not show up at all for class just someone else was teaching it. One class (exercises) for me had too low level and I felt a little that it was wasting time.

Kinga, University of Milano-Bicocca, Italy, winter semester 2022/23

 All classes are in the form of lectures, the level of English is quite high, subjects should be selected from the area to which the university will assign you, I recommend checking and changing if necessary.

The teachers were very kind also the other students, the local one were helpfull and very friendly, the level of integration with local student was insufficient because of their language skills.

All the formalities you have to do by e-mail or online meeting with Bicocca Angeles (students), even you have to register for exams by website.

The costs of living are so high, if you want to rent a room you have to pay at least 500 euros, but If you find something few weeks before coming to Milan you have to pay around 700-900 euros for room per month, the scholarship is not enough even for deposits and service fees (accommodative). The prices in supermarkets are higher than in Poland, but Pizza and Pasta are cheaper in restaurants!

Emilia, Technische Hochschule Brandenburg, Germany, spring semestr 2022/23

I had to choose the courses only from the Master level. Unfortunately, the variety of courses available in English were quite limited.The majority of classes were held offline but during Christmas period the University switched to online teaching. Professors and academic staff were very helpful and the study offer was highly practice orientated.

The atmosphere was really great. The university is very international, students come from different countries so I did not feel as if I was on exchange since most of my peers also travelled to Brandenburg seeking academic education. The integration with local German students may be quite challenging if you don't speak decent German

I lived in the 4-room dorm provided by the Uni. I had one really spacious room to myself, the kitchen and 2 restrooms were shared with other roommates. I paid 260 euro monthly. The scholarship was enough to cover the basic every-day life.

The Best Hing was exploring German culture and meeting people from around the world. The short distance to Berlin (approx. 1h) was really convenient, I spent a lot of time there becoming the real Berliner :). From the academic perspective, I discovered the different approach to academic learning, because all the courses were very practical

My biggest expectation towards this exchange was learning German but unfortunately my German level did not upgrade at all.

Bartosz, VERN' University, Croatia, spring semester 2022/23

Im very satisfied of my exchange university. I could choose subjects from different faculties, but i decided to stay in my main one connected with my field of studies. Maybe the offer could be wider, because only 2 from my obligatory subjects at UE in Katowice were recognized, so i have to catch up a bit. Level of language was on high level. Form of classes were very interesting, because courses were based on conversation. I had plenty of possibilities to talk and this engaged me and made me more interested in topics.

Atmoshere was very good. I got enough attention from my Professors. I didnt have much opportunity to integrate with local students, becasue classes were hold only with erasmus students groups. But I met a lot of really nice people there.

Cost of living were higher than I expected. I thought that Croatia is a little bit more expensive than Poland, but this place is quite expensive. My grant wasnt enough to cover my costs, but I didnt have to give much from myself. Prices in markets are quite high, but there is a plenty possibility to cut your expenses. Around Zagreb you can find few canteens, which offer various and really cheap food.

The biggest avantage was that I could improve my language and I met great people. This stay abroad helped me to open my mind and I think I started thinking a different way. 

Student, Università degli studi di Catania, Italy, winter semester 2022/23

I couldn't really find the same subject which I have in Katowice, but at the end I'm glad I chose university in Catania. I liked especially classes in Italian language, because I had them with all Sicilians, they were no erasmus people. I liked the most classes of management dell'innovazione, we had a lot of activities, lectures, visiting Sicilian companies, projects. Especially going to different companies near Catania was a good experience, I could see all innovations here and compare with Poland. When it comes to English classes, level of English was high, I expected that will be way worse, but also exams were a bit hard. Faculty of economics in Catania is really good.

I prefered classes in Italian, because it was my purpose to improve this language. Thanks to them I also got to know many Italians, what helped me also with my language. Many Sicilians can't speak English, so it was a good opportunity to practice all the time Italian. Just one thing was interesting, that in the International office not everyone could speak English, I know Italian so it was no problem for me, but other students had some difficulties. I liked atmosphere in university in Catania, everyone was kind to me and they wanted me to feel like in home, they were also really helpful. At the end of the course of management dell'innovazione we had an innovation night, which took place in a really beautiful place outside Catania, we presented our projects during the event, there were different people who have their own startups or companies, was a really good experience.

Communication wasn't the simplest and in general organization. But when it comes to emails, I always got answers really fast, so it wasn't a problem. Just it's another culture, and they have another hours of working and rules.

Accommodation wasn't so expensive. Sicilia is in general not expansive comparing to other regions in Italy. I divided a room with other girl and I had to pay for about 250€ for a month. If I would choose my own room, price would be higher. But calculating euro to złoty, it was expensive for me still. Food is not super cheap, I also noticed inflation during my erasmus here.

The biggest advantage of my stay was improving my language skills, having more motivation to life also I started to think more about my future and about business in general. Also a really beautiful thing was knowing true Sicilians and also all international people from all around the world.

Student, Windesheim University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands, winter semester 2022/23

The general atmosphere was awesome. The lectures were way more practical than at home university, which I really like. ESN team organized many interesting activities for students. There was no way to be bored.

Level of language was very high - in general Dutches can speak really good English. I was able to choose various faculties due to my interests. All classes were on campus. However, one subject was about business cases and we were obligate to visit e.g. office, foundation etc. Most of my subjects ended in group or individual portfolios. The way that host university conducted the classes was the best for me. Why? They focused on learning by doing practical assignments. Thanks to this, I learned a lot more and the knowledge stayed with me.

There was no problems for me to contact with international reactions office or my coordinator. We had a special group on teams to contact with my coordinator and every two or three days he was sending us some important informations.

The amount of scholarship is defiantly not enough for the Netherlands. The costs of living is a bit more expensive compered to Poland. Doing grocery shopping is also the same, but prices in restaurants and cafes are more expensive. I used to spend about 800 euros per month. However, it was possible because my accommodation (student housing) was pretty cheap. Usually prices are around 800-1000 euro for room with bathroom and kitchen.

The biggest disadvantage was the fact that I had to come back to my home university. I'm really glad that I had opportunity to study there.

Myroslava, University of Patras, Greece, spring semester 2021/22

Erasmus was great experience. I completely recommend it.

The Erasmus atmosphere was the best. Connecting friendly and open people everywhere, it doesn't matter where I have been. Lecturers were very helpful. It is true that the organisation in the country itself is very weak and it takes a long time to wait for the answer from lecturers. Erasmus is also a time when everyone tries to be more open and make friends in a short time. About local students I would like to say, that they are open to foreign students and helped if I needed anything. The biggest advantage of my stay were friendly and helpful people.

I was able to choose subjects from various faculties (my is Economy , but also I choosed from Business administration). Level of language was B1-B2. Most of the subjects took the form of lectures, discussions and writing assignments or making project.

I was staying in an Erasmus hotel. I had a choice of a single room for 120 euro / month or a double room for 90 euro. The room had a separate bathroom, fridge, kettle, cabinets, study tables, beds. I had a fairly large room. I had free food at the university (breakfast, lunch and dinner). Other costs depend on the way of your lifestyle.

Dominika, University of Ljubljana, Slovenia, spring semester 2021/22

In general, the atmosphere at the faculty was friendly and calm (you know from the beginning what you need to do, no stress at the end). I always received an answer to my every email very quickly. Also, the uni buddies program is working well (there was a weekly meeting and a goodbye party).

I could choose subjects from all the subjects taught in English at the School of Economics and Business in Ljubljana. All of them were prepared in English. Also, the teachers' English was excellent, both in spoken and written. All materials were prepared in English as well. All the formalities were done without any problems. Communication with International Relations always was done in one week.

The cost of living (food, transport) is similar to the one in Katowice (if you cook or use boni - student meal discount). Accommodation is the biggest problem. If you want to stay in the dormitory, you need to send an application as soon as possible. I was lucky enough to get a dormitory. The kitchen and bathroom are shared by four people, five minutes away from the faculty, everything was new, small, but cosy. The monthly bus ticket is only 20 euros, and the rent of the city bike is 1 euro for one year. Unfortunately, the city bikes were hard to get (only two stations at the faculty), but you can buy a second-hand bike for only 30 euros and resell it after your term.

Natalia, ISCAP - Instituto Superior de Contabilidade e Administração do Porto, Portugal, spring semester 2021/22

The lecturers were friendly and nice, always ready to help with problems and explain everything and they spoke fluent English. I had quite a good interaction with local students as I chose classes which portuguese students attend too. My buddy was helpful and I met her a couple of times for dinner too :). As a bonus we had a student organisation helping erasmus participants-they organised many trips and social gatherings.

The study offer was good, there was quite a broad variety of subjects, an option to choose language courses and their levels.

The contact with the International Office was always very good, they were responding to e-mails quickly, and the head of the office even helped me a couple of times while the office was closed. The lecturers were also very helpful and always available.

I found my accommodation with the help of my university. It was a private university housing. The landlady was amazing and has taken care of me really well. The cost of this housing was around 350 euro a month, depending on the water and electricity bills. This left me with about 150 euro a moth for living. The grant definitely covered most of my expenses, but I had to use my own savings for going out to the city, travelling, etc.

The best thing about Erasmus was meeting many people from different countries, learning in English which helped me improve my skills with this language and experiencing another type of teaching.

Hanna, University of Patras, Greece, winter semester 2021/22

The classes were conducted entirely in English, some subjects we had with Greek students and others only with Erasmus students. The subjects were opened even if there were only two people on the subject. I chose the subjects from the faculties of economics, business and administration, and I had the opportunity to choose a course in Modern Greek Language and Greek culture at the department of culture.

Cheap dormitory - 130 euro single room, 90 euro double room. The cost of the apartment is around 250-350 euro. In the canteen they serve free meals - breakfast, lunch and dinner for all Erasmus. Rather, the scholarship should be enough.

Very good cooperation and help from the local ESN. The teachers were friendly and helpful, they quickly replied to the e-mail and helped to solve the problems. Local students very willing and open to meet Erasmus students.

Jan, University of Catania, Italy, winter semester 2021/22

Totally recommend Catania and Sicily as a place to live. Not only it helped me to make a lot of friends from all over Europe, but also I was able to make huge progress in terms of my Italian in a relatively short period. It was certainly the best time of my life.

I was able to choose subjects from the department of economy, both in English and Italian. Classes in Italy are in the form of lectures, but there is an interaction between the professor and students and also on some subjects there were guests invited which were talking about their professional experience. There was even a possibility to attend trips to companies on one subject. Generally, the lectures were kind and at the university all the people were trying to help us. A certain dose of patience was needed – in Sicily everybody has a lot of time, they don't operate in a rush :)

Costs of living and accommodation, of course, are bigger than in Poland, but Catania compared to the north of Italy is really cheap. It isn't hard to find accommodation for less than 250 euros, the rest depends on the lifestyle, but I would say that everything is affordable.

The biggest advantages were student organizations that take care of Erasmus and organize activities for them, friendly people and a city which gives a lot of social opportunities.

Karolina, Technical University of Munich, Germany, winter semester 2021/22

Studies at TUM are held on very high level. I attended courses only in English, level of this language here is really good because there are many international students. Lecturers speak English fluently, everything was clear. I could have chosen courses from different faculties (only in 40%), 60% of courses had to be chosen from the department TUM School of Management. Attitude of the lecturers was kind, all of them are really helpful.

I have met some German students (from ESN), but I was meeting mainly international students. Cooperation with buddy was good, he explained me some issues at the beginning of my stay. They really care about international students, they are always happy to help. Coordinators replay to mails quickly.

Costs of living are high, Munich is the most expensive city in Germany. Money from Erasmus is not enough, so it’s worth to be aware that it is needed to add something from your pocket. If you get a student dorm, you’re lucky because finding a room in Munich is really challenging, renting a room is expensive.
 

Wiktoria, „Alexandru Ioan Cuza” University of Iași, Romania, winter semester 2021/22

I could choose classes outside from the main faculty. The list of English based courses was really impressive. Some of the classes can be conducted even with only one student. Professors put a lot of effort into satisfying students' needs.

For those speaking French at certain faculties there are also classes in this language. All the professors I had a chance to have classes with were really nice, with a positive attitude towards foreign students. They were curious about our opinions and experiences, they made us a part of the group.

The integration with local students was more difficult because all the classes during the past semester were in the online form. However, I still managed to meet with some of my classmates. For any student of any university in Iasi there is a possibility of getting a buddy. It is not obligatory and only students that want to will get one. Mine was a really great person. Everything regarding the communication was satisfying for me. I had many questions and doubts but both coordinators and professors were really patient with explaining everything to me. I got all the help needed.

I rented a one room apartment. The prices vary, depending on the location. It can be 200 EUR as well as 400 EUR per month, depending on what someone is looking for. As far as I know the cost of living in the dorm was really low. It was less than 100 EUR per month. Regarding all the costs, the prices are similar to Poland, and especially Katowice. Iasi is a similar size city so the prices I consider to be very alike.
 

Karolina, École de Management de Normandie, France, winter semester 2021/22

The Erasmus students were very welcomed at university and everyone wanted to help them in every problem they had. There wasn’t much of a choice regarding choosing subjects, but generally classes and teachers were really good. The communication with the university was a bit difficult but in the end everything was possible to make.

The money that we get from home university was only to cover accommodation and the rest of the cost of life was on the student side.
 

Student, Fachhochschule des BFI Wien, Austria, winter semester 2021/22         

In my opinion Vienna is a really expensive city. For sure scholarship is not enough to cover all costs. But there are many possibilities for accommodation. It is possible to find something cheaper.

As I was an ARIMA student I had classes in the afternoons and I studied with part-time students. I had a really international group. People were helpful and outgoing. I did not have problems with coordination of International Relations. In general the professors were nice and helpful, but one professor did not provide us with the final assignment and there was a delayith obtaining the grade with obtaining the grade.
 

Student, Univeristy of Agder, Norway, summer semester 2020/2021

Norway is a beautiful, developed country with amazing nature. The level of English is surprisingly high in the whole country. The lecturers were friendly and open-minded. I could choose subjects from a particular faculty as well as language courses. At the begining we were assigned a "buddy", some buddies were more active than the others, but there was always someone willing to help. Organization at UiA is on high level, we received all needed instructions and assistance just after our arrival. Even during the obligatory quarantine, they planned some activities for us so that nobody felt lonely. There was plenty of information published on Facebook group, which were updated daily. 

Student organization SIA in Norway works very effectively, despite many obstacles (covid, changing restrictions) they organized various attractions for students, we had a lot of options, face-to-face and when it was impossible online; like fishing competition with a money prize and catch of fish permission in the region, paintball, trampoline park, mini golf, various meetings with free food, cinema, bonfire, zoo, crocheting, painting and Easter holiday attractions. There were also Monday free breakfasts organized for students in the university canteen (they were available for a period of time). 

The costs of living in Norway are high. The university offers good-quality dormitories and cafes, shop and canteen with prices suitable for a students' pocket (relatively low as for Norway).

Tadeusz, Portugal, Instituto Politécnico de Bragança, winter semester 2020/ 2021

Huge advantage of my stay was a possibility to visit Portugal, including Porto, Algarve or the Azores. It also gave me a chance to find myself in a new situation, completely new environment and around new people. I made friends with people from other countries and continents. I improved my English and learnt basics of Portuguese.

Costs of living are low, in comparison with big cities. You can eat out for 5-10 euros, depending on your preferences. In financial terms I received more than I spent. I recommend it.

Lecturers are very friendly for foreign students, they explain clearly the assgnment requirements, in case of difficulties they invite students for consultations, even via ZOOM on request. Erasmus students could participate in classes from different courses, depending on preferences. Lecturers speak English very well, although sometimes with a specific accent, but rather nobody had difficulties with understanding. 

Bartosz, Słowacja, Comenius University in Bratislava, semester letni 2019/2020

There was a fexibility in the selection of subjects, thanks to that I was able to study at two different faculties. The approach of the lectureres was generally really positive. Integration was on the average level. Formalities were done quickly and smoothly. Each e-mail was responded within a few minutes.

Prices for products and services- about 10% higher than in Poland. Costs of accommodation in the dormitory were realtively low (about 70 EURO monthly). 

Advantages- interesting classes, effectively working ESN, discounts for meals in the cateen. The biggest disadvantage was low standard of accommodation.

Student, Italy, Università degli Studi di Catania, winter semester 2019/2020

70% of subjects had to be from my faculty. I studied and took exams together with Italian students. The Italians are open and helpful. Atmosphere on the classes is different: there is a constant discussion and questions. You can see the involvement of students. Cantania is definately less expensive than the north of Italy,  but it is still advisable to have some savings. Thre is really plenty of things to visit and try ;)

Student, Niemcy, Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft des Saarlandes, winter semester 2019/2020

Unfortunately I could not choose subjects from the whole offer. Still the university did its best to suit it to my needs. Students were very nice and helpful. Costs of living and accommodation were higher than in Poland, but reasonable. I had a chance to get to know a different way of giving classes as well as differnet culture and mentality of people.  

Damian, Greece, University of Ioannina, winter semester 2019/2020

Classes were organized mostly in the self-studying form, it means that I maintained contact with the lecturers by consulting self-made projects. Lecturers have a partner approach towards the students, they were very helpful and offered many materials and support needed fort the subject assignment. I got to know many practical tools e.g. for getting the information sources.

Integration with local students was possible mainly due to effective work of ESN. Also the developed facilities of the university (free gym, many cafes) enable exchange students to meet new people.

Accommodation in the dormitory cost 65€ monthly. The university also offers 3 free meals. The transport is expensive though. You can easily make a living out of the scholarship, the university was also so flexible that I could work online during the whole semester. I strongly recommend due to the economic (in my opinion the cheapest Erasmus) but also touristic aspects of Greece- plenty of places to visit and nice weather during the whole winter.

Karol, Austria, Fachhochschule Wiener Neustadt, winter semester 2019/2020

Great people, great lecturers, great approach, practicioners from big corporations. Everything went smoothly and without any problems, they are helpful but they are quite reserved. Accommodation is terrible but they say that from the next semester/year it will be great. The dorms are in the center, near the university. People in the dorms are from all around the world and they are fantastic! 

Jakub, Finland, Seinäjoki University of Applied Sciences, summer semester 2018/2019  

The approach of the lecturers to the student was completely different, i.e., during the first class, they asked us to call them by their first name, which made our relationship a little different, more friendly, which resulted in much better cooperation. The form of conducted classes and credits was very good, reliable and interesting. Finland is quite an expensive country, so that it can be difficult without prior preparation.

Magdalena, Italy, Universita' degli studi di Siena, summer semester 2018/2019 

I think the atmosphere at the university is very good. Students and university staff are very helpful (however, most of them did not speak English fluently). When I arrived, the communication was very good. Everything was clearly presented at the organizational meeting, including the location of all facilities. The bureau at the partner university does not reply to emails quickly, so it is better to go to the bureau in person. If the dormitory is located in the city center or near the university, this is a good choice, but if not, I recommend finding a private apartment. The cost of living in Siena is quite high because it is a tourist destination, so you need to have some extra pocket money, apart from your scholarship, especially if you are thinking about traveling. If you have an ESN card, there are discounts on Flixbus (15%), so it's a good idea to get the card.

Katarzyna Italy, Universita degli studi di Siena, summer semester 2018/2019 

The classes were not divided into lectures and exercises as it is in Poland. It is up to the professor whether the day's classes will be conducted in the form of exercises or lectures. Most credits are written (test, open assignment, or essay written at home). The atmosphere is very good. Lecturers and other students are very helpful (they will explain everything, show you how the university works). We also received a lot of support from ESN Siena. They organized many meetings so that we could get to know other exchange students better and integrate with them. The biggest advantage was that Siena is a small town and it is easy to get everywhere, but at the same time, you cannot get bored there. It is a typical student town, so there are many events.

Student, Germany, Technische Universität München, summer semester 2018/2019

The university provides good communication with students, even though there are many of them. The lecturers are nice, open-minded, you can see that they are there for a student, not to do their job and go home. It is not very common to meet local students because international students are in the majority. A lot of information is sent by e-mail, reminding of upcoming events. Communication with lecturers is possible through the Moodle platform. The lecturers efficiently use the tools on the platform and respond to messages.

Student, Spain, Universidad de Granada, summer semester 2018/2019

The lecturers are very kind and helpful, they understand the situation of the student participating in the exchange program, but they do not treat the Erasmus students any more favorably. The cooperation with the mentor was very poor. Form of classes: exercises and lectures, a form of credit: depends on the subject and the teacher; I had tests, final exam or final project in the form of a presentation. The average cost of living, very similar to those in Poland, when it comes to shopping; no dormitories; renting a room from 200-400 euros depending on the location.

Denys, Greece, University of West Attica, summer semester 2018/2019

Almost all the courses I have chosen were no longer offered upon my arrival. Nobody had any problems with the lecturers. Studying wasn't very hard. Renting a room costs about 250€. Free food. A monthly student ticket (all types of public transport) costs €15.

Kamil, Greece, University of Ioannina, winter semester 2018/2019

Very nice university staff. They organized trips to nearby tourist attractions and organized time after studying. The lecturers were helpful and always offered explanations of difficult topics after class, ESN was in contact with Erasmus students; they organized a time for us so that we could integrate with local people. We had a free student canteen, lunches weren't great, but nobody complained. There was a kitchen in the dormitory. As a rule, single rooms of a fairly good standard were provided.

Student, Spain, Universidade de Vigo, winter semester 2018/2019

The atmosphere is wonderful. The incredible climate of the campus, which is located in the mountains. And the city is at the seaside, too. ESN organization, which organizes a lot of events for Erasmus, is very active. The attitude of lecturers towards visitors is very positive. The cost of living is extremely cheap compared to other regions of Spain. Comparable to life in Poland. I managed to rent an apartment with a terrace for 150€ and I had 2 brilliant roommates. There were a wardrobe and a double bed in the room. Bus tickets cost €0.65 when you apply for a bus card. I could list the advantages endlessly: amazing people from all over the world, cheap trips to Spain, Portugal and Morocco, the most beautiful beaches in Vigo, an island that looks like the Caribbean, to which you can sail from Vigo in 30 minutes by boat.

Angelika, Germany, Europe - Universität Viadrina Frankfurt (Oder), winter semester 2018/2019

The university is very friendly to the student, lecturers are helpful, but they rarely reply to e-mails. About 25% of students are foreigners, most of them are regular students. All classes are held with regular students, so integration is very high.

Bożena, Spain, CEU San Pablo en Madrid, summer semester 2018/2019

Very good relations with professors and university employees. Everybody calls the professors by their first name and they are always willing to help. Theoretically, there is one mentor per faculty for Erasmus students, but practically there is not. There are no buddies-mentors either.

Zofia, Spain, Oviedo University, summer semester 2018/2019

The biggest advantage of staying at a partner university and participating in the Erasmus program is the people I have met here. The people we meet during the exchange immediately become our Erasmus family, with whom we spend every free moment and experience one of the best adventures. Participation in the exchange greatly increases our self-confidence, allows us to deal with problems better, we become more spontaneous, open and tolerant. The language is also improving. I took classes in Spanish and English, and although it was very difficult to overcome the difficulties at first and start speaking Spanish, now I miss everyday contact with Spanish after coming back home. We should enjoy every moment spent on the Erasmus student exchange, because it ends quickly, and as soon as we return home, we miss it.

Marta, Italy, LIUC Universita Carlo Cattaneo, winter semester 2018/2019

When we arrived, we were getting used to the new place for two weeks – we were greeted by very nice employees of the international exchange bureau and students from the ESN organization. They organized various events for us, which allowed us to integrate with other Erasmus students. In the dormitory, all the exchange students also lived on one floor, so we were very integrated. Unfortunately, this limited the integration with local students to a minimum – there were no events that would allow us to get to know each other better. Usually, all events and parties were organized separately for foreign and local students.

Student, Belgium, HELMo Liège Belgium, winter semester 2018/2019

They provide educational materials free of charge (which was a great plus), the Belgian Culture course offered trips around Belgium and a chance to get to know the culture and other Erasmus students. Coordinators were always available; there was no problem to arrange something. You have to look for a flat on your own; the university does not have dormitories.

Student, Greece, University of Patras, summer semester 2018/2019

There was an opportunity to learn the Greek language. I had credits as projects, open questions.
If the university decides to grant student dormitories, the accommodation is cheap (90-120€). I've traveled a lot. Greece is not an expensive country. I liked everything. Teachers were always helpful. I'd love to go there again.

Iryna, Spain, Universitat de Valencia, summer semester 2018/2019

There were no problems and the lecturers were able to arrange everything and they were very helpful. This whole university is one big advantage.

Karolina, Italy, University degli Studi di Pavia, summer semester 2018/2019

The atmosphere was very good; I did not have any problems with contact with the Erasmus office or the coordinator. My buddy-mentor fulfilled his task diligently, so I highly recommend him. Getting to know people from all over Europe, a high level of education, the ability to travel all over Italy, a sense of Italian culture and language.

Aleksandra, Austria, FH des BFI Wien, summer semester 2018/2019

The lecturers were respectful and understanding towards the students; they always listened and were willing to discuss. Integration with local students: you could meet them during classes, they were very nice and helpful, but usually they were working people, studying in the evenings, so they did not have much time. Overall the whole ESN was very helpful and we had a group on WhatsApp, where all Erasmus students and their mentors were present, so the communication was good. Ms. Anne Schitter was very helpful; she always tried to do her best to solve issues between the university and Erasmus students. Besides, she quickly replied to emails and was always very nice.

Patrycja, Belgium, HOWEST, summer semester 2018/2019

The atmosphere was very good, the lecturers were very friendly and the local students were helpful. A practical approach to teaching. Everything was very expensive. Unfortunately, there are no dormitories there and I had to look for accommodation on my own.

Kinga, Slovenia, Univerza v Mariboru, winter semester 2018/2019

Unfortunately, there were no classes with local students. The lecturers were fine, only one of the lecturers upset the Erasmus students. The contact was easy, but sometimes it took a long time to resolve a problematic situation. The Erasmus+ scholarship is enough to cover the cost of living and accommodation in Slovenia.

Klaudia, Belgium, Karel de Grote Hogeschool Antwerpen, winter semester 2018/2019

The coordinators, the lecturers, and the local students are friendly to the exchange students. There are many meetings organized by the coordinators, so there is no problem with integration between the exchange students, but it is hard to get to know the local students, because they do not participate in such meetings, and most of the activities are only for exchange students, only some activities involve mixed groups. Renting a room costs 350-450 Euros per month. The food costs 100-150 Euros per month.