Mobility specification

Country:Iceland

Institution:University of Akureyri

City:Akureyri

Program:Erasmus+ for study

Activity type:Study

Academic year:2022/2023

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

Are your credits converted?no

Was there anything in the teaching methods that surprised you?That what we did during the semester counted towards the final grade.

Does the university offer international students' programs and activities outside of lectures and seminars to help them integrate more quickly?Yes, especially the student union.

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:22000 CZK/month

Did you stay in dorms?yes

What about unexpected expenses? Did anything surprise you?Weather. I was caught in a snow storm on departure, which meant I had to stay in Reykjavik for 5 days.

Do you have any tips on how to save money?Dumpster diving is an option. In the Nordic countries it is common

🗺 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?The straeto.is website is up and running all over Iceland. Public transport is free in Akureyri.

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

🤠Help create the perfect bucket list

What are the must-visit trip destinations?Godafoss, Selfoss, Dettifoss waterfalls. Lake Myvatn.

Share your best experience:Probably a whale sighting.

💅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?The international airport is located about 20 km from Reykjavik. For late arrivals, it is best to use the hotel near the airport.

Can you pay by card?everywhere

What not to forget when packing?Waterproof clothing (umbrella cannot be used due to wind).

🥳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 an unforgettable experience that I still draw from today.