Mobility specification

Country:Spain

Institution:University of Deusto

City:Bilbao

Program:Erasmus+ for study

Activity type:Study

Academic year:2024/2025

MU faculty/department:Faculty of Education / Department of Education

Study level abroad:Bachelor

🎓Hit the books! How do you rate the university experience?

Can you enroll in a course where you can learn the local language?yes

Does the university offer enough courses in English?manageable

Are your credits converted?no

Was there anything in the teaching methods that surprised you?I only had four courses enrolled, but more time was spent on them. They were 2-4 times a week, and there were various papers and midterms throughout the semester. The grades and final grade were mostly based on the work already done during the semester, and there weren't as many exams at the end. Compared to MUNI, I found it more enjoyable than our usual 10 courses per semester and exams at the end of the semester.

In which areas does the university offer support for students with special needs and strive to be inclusive?I haven’t noticed

💸Did you have to rob the bank?

Try to take a guess at what your monthly expenditures were:10000 CZK/month

Did you stay in dorms?no

Do you have any tips on how to find private accommodation?I'm sure it's fine through some friends or students who have been there if you can. Unfortunately I had a bad experience and although I searched for accommodation through Idealist, which seems like a good search tool, I had to spend a week in a hotel after I arrived. I definitely recommend the personal tours on site!

What about unexpected expenses? Did anything surprise you?I wouldn't say unexpected expenses, but you have to take into account a refundable deposit for accommodation.

Do you have any tips on how to save money?Get a Barik card for public transport right from the start, ideally a personalised one.
Shopping in supermarkets (Lidl) and cooking at home for several days.
Buy second-hand equipment from second-hand shops or Ikea and Pepco.

🗺 Learn the ropes in a new city

How well did you manage to communicate in English?with gestures

How does public transport work in the city?mostly fine

And what about transport outside the city?mostly fine

Where to find connections? How to buy a ticket?I mostly searched for connections via Google Maps, the fare is then bought via Barik card (as we are used to from Brno "Beep and go"), which is recharged in vending machines.

Did you deal with any health issues during your stay?no

🤠Help create the perfect bucket list

What is a must-see in the city?It's a lot:)
Important places to see - Guggenheim Museum, "Maman" de Louise Bourgeois, Puppy, Iberdrola Tower, Palacio Euskalduna, Itsasmuseum (maritime museum), Carola garabia, San Mames Estadioa (football stadium), Azkuna Zentroa-Alhóndiga Bilbao (rooftop swimming pool, terrace with a view), Federico Moyúa enparantza, Bilbao La Concordia Station, Casco Viejo historical district with the Cathedral, Mount Artxanda (cable car ride), Biscay Bridge (UNESCO)
Parks - Etxebarri Parkea, Parque Doña Casilda Iturrizar, Abandoren Errepublika Parkea, Arenal Park
Food, drink, ice cream and pintxos - Casco Viejo (Nueva Plaza), Mercado de la Ribera (pintxos), Bascake Bilbao, GELATI!!! GELATI!! Plaza Funicular Bilbao, Helados Capra Tximeleta, Bertiz
Nature and walks - Monte Banderaseko pasarela, Monte Arraiz
Coast and beaches - Faro del Muelle de Arriluze, Ereaga, Arrigunaga Beach, Molino Aixerrota, Playa de Sopelana

What are the must-visit trip destinations?Luzuero Lurmuturreko canoe, San Sebastian (with Barik trip for about 2 €), San Juan, Salto del Nervión, Picos de Europa.

Share your best experience:I love nature and animals, so my best experience and favourite place was the hill of Monte Arraiz, which had a beautiful view of the city, the sea and the sunsets. In addition, it was possible to meet cows, donkeys and horses. One day, when it was a hot day, I was walking up the path and there was a cow at the water tap. When I turned on the water, she started drinking. That was a lovely and memorable moment for me.

💅A nugget of wisdom to make the life easier

Did you need to handle a visa?no

How did you get to the place?Plane

Can you pay by card?everywhere

What not to forget when packing?Umbrella and raincoat, even rubber boots:)

🥳Summary

Whew, what a ride! 😮‍💨 Thanks so much for taking the time to complete our survey and for sharing your unique experience. Just one last thing. 🙏 How would you summarize your trip in one or two sentences?The Basque Country is a beautiful part of Spain. Even if the sun doesn't always shine and it rains more often than not, it's definitely worth exploring!