Mobility specification

Country:Norway

Institution:University of Bergen

City:Bergen

Program:Erasmus+ for study

Activity type:Study

Academic year:2024/2025

MU faculty/department:Faculty of Law

Study level abroad:Master

🎓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?they have tons

Are your credits converted?no

Was there anything in the teaching methods that surprised you?More interactive communication with students.

Does the university offer international students' programs and activities outside of lectures and seminars to help them integrate more quickly?Yes definitely, orientation week, student events, clubs and many more.

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
Interpretation services
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:32000 CZK/month

Did you stay in dorms?yes

Do you have any tips on how to save money?Definitely go to cheaper stores (Kiwi, Rema 1000, Bunpris...) that offer the same range of goods at cheaper prices.

🗺 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?mostly fine

Where to find connections? How to buy a ticket?Everything can be arranged online or via the app, or purchased with a credit card directly at the bus stop.

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?Seven mountain hike, harbour, Bryggen, centre, surroundings

What are the must-visit trip destinations?Trolltunga, Stavanger, Lofoten, Tromso, Preikestolen, Kjerag

Share your best experience:Definitely a trip beyond the Arctic Circle to the distant Lofoten Islands, breathtaking untouched landscapes and beautiful Northern Lights.

💅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

Is there anything to watch out for before the trip?Definitely do not take a taxi from the airport as it is extremely expensive. There is a tram to the airport which takes you directly to the centre.

Can you pay by card?everywhere

🥳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?It was a ride! And I recommend everyone to try it!