Mobility specification

Country:Spain

Institution:University of Deusto

City:Bilbao

Program:Erasmus+ for study

Activity type:Study

Academic year:2023/2024

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

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?manageable

Are your credits converted?no

Was there anything in the teaching methods that surprised you?The teaching is more like a high school style. There is homework from hour to hour and attendance is mandatory.

Does the university offer international students' programs and activities outside of lectures and seminars to help them integrate more quickly?Orientation week, Spanish classes before the start 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?

Did you stay in dorms?no

Do you have any tips on how to find private accommodation?The University directly offers accommodation at the apartments.

🗺 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?runs like clockwork

And what about transport outside the city?mostly fine

Did you deal with any health issues during your stay?yes

How do you rate the availability of healthcare?I've seen better

🤠Help create the perfect bucket list

What is a must-see in the city?Puppy, Gugenheim Museum.

What are the must-visit trip destinations?San Sebastian, Valencia.

Share your best experience:Beaches accessible by metro from Bilbao.

💅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?Don't forget to buy a Barrik card for public transport directly at the airport.

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?Erasmus was the best experience during my studies. Bilbao is a great city, make sure you come here!