Mobility specification

Country:Spain

Institution:University of Cantabria

City:Santander

Program:Erasmus+ for study

Activity type:Study

Academic year:2021/2022

MU faculty/department:Faculty of Economics and Administration

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?Yes, I was surprised by how friendly and approachable the teachers were. We worked in teams on some projects, and the teachers guided us really well throughout. I had a semester-long project, and the grading felt much clearer—teachers went through the work directly, explaining what points were given and where points were deducted.

Does the university offer international students' programs and activities outside of lectures and seminars to help them integrate more quickly?Yes, the university offered several programs and activities for international students. There was an ESN (Erasmus Student Network), their own orientation week, and opportunities to present our work in front of other students. We also attended regular classes with local students, which made it easier to connect and make friends.

In which areas does the university offer support for students with special needs and strive to be inclusive?Barrier-free access to classrooms and dormitories
Interpretation services
I haven’t noticed

💸Did you have to rob the bank?

Try to take a guess at what your monthly expenditures were:20000 CZK/month

Did you stay in dorms?no

Do you have any tips on how to find private accommodation?https://www.idealista.com

What about unexpected expenses? Did anything surprise you?The alcohol was a little bit more expensive, and I also took a trip around Spain.

Do you have any tips on how to save money?Discounts in the shops - they have their apps with discounts.

🗺 Learn the ropes in a new city

How well did you manage to communicate in English?neutral

How does public transport work in the city?neutral

And what about transport outside the city?runs like clockwork

Where to find connections? How to buy a ticket?On the internet and at the bus station. But everything was possible to buy on the internet.

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 small city, so it was easy to walk all around. There was a mountain next to the town where it was nice to go and see the whole city. Also, there was a beautiful lighthouse with very nice coastline

What are the must-visit trip destinations?Madrid, Barcelona, Gijon, Picos de Europa, you should surf in the ocean.

Share your best experience:Surfing, hiking, living next to the ocean. Making firends.

💅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?Nothing extraordinary.

Can you pay by card?in most places

What not to forget when packing?Swimsuit and a good mood.

🥳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?Going on this Erasmus was one of the best decisions of my life—I made amazing friends I still travel to see, experienced a different university system, and got to enjoy the stunning nature and unforgettable moments in Spain. It truly opened my eyes and gave me memories that will last forever.