Mobility specification

Country:Sweden

Institution:Linköping University

City:Linköping

Program:Erasmus+ for study

Activity type:Study

Academic year:2022/2023

MU faculty/department:Faculty of Education / Department of English Language and Literature

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?it's alright

Are your credits converted?yes

Was there anything in the teaching methods that surprised you?Definitely the most pleasant surprise was the amount of practical learning, off-campus excursions and group projects. Also, the university relied more on our home preparation so that we came to class already familiar with the topic and could apply it straight to practice.

Does the university offer international students' programs and activities outside of lectures and seminars to help them integrate more quickly?Yes, many university societies are dedicated to the inclusion of international students and more or less any society has an open door to incoming students .

In which areas does the university offer support for students with special needs and strive to be inclusive?Psychological counseling
Barrier-free access to classrooms and dormitories
Special aids and technologies (e.g., text-to-speech software, hearing aids)
Special examination conditions (e.g., extended time, quiet rooms)
Crisis intervention
Support for LGBTQ+ students (e.g., safe spaces, counseling services)

💸Did you have to rob the bank?

Try to take a guess at what your monthly expenditures were:14000 CZK/month

Did you stay in dorms?yes

Do you have any tips on how to save money?When travelling mhd with more people you can use the group discount, it is definitely worth it. Especially when travelling out of town.

🗺 Learn the ropes in a new city

How well did you manage to communicate in English?perfectly

How does public transport work in the city?runs like clockwork

And what about transport outside the city?runs like clockwork

Where to find connections? How to buy a ticket?Östgötatrafiken app - public transport, including all trains and buses around the county.

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?The Vallastaden district for its interesting and varied architecture.

What are the must-visit trip destinations?Gamla Linköping

Share your best experience:I fondly remember all the excursions and trips with my courses: following the Vikings' footsteps, exploring the backstreets of Stockholm, kayaking... there are a lot of them.

💅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
Train

Can you pay by card?everywhere

What not to forget when packing?Quality outdoor clothing. Most of the students here get around by bike, no matter the weather.

🥳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?A varied ride (especially on the bike haha) that I wouldn't trade for the world. So let off the brakes and see how much beauty you can encounter!