Mobility specification

Country:Finland

Institution:University of Oulu

City:Oulu

Program:Erasmus+ for study

Activity type:Study

Academic year:2022/2023

MU faculty/department:Faculty of Arts / Department of Educational Sciences

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?they have tons

Are your credits converted?no

Was there anything in the teaching methods that surprised you?Discussion predominates in almost all subjects, and there is little frontal teaching.

Does the university offer international students' programs and activities outside of lectures and seminars to help them integrate more quickly?Yes, ESN organises events of various types at least once a week.

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 examination conditions (e.g., extended time, quiet rooms)
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:11000 CZK/month

Did you stay in dorms?yes

Do you have any tips on how to save money?You can probably save the most by eating in the school canteen, the prices of lunches are really student friendly.

🗺 Learn the ropes in a new city

How well did you manage to communicate in English?almost without problems

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

And what about transport outside the city?neutral

Where to find connections? How to buy a ticket?A single ticket is bought directly on the bus, a prepaid ticket for a longer period is bought at the "transport company". Handling without problems, very nice service.

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?Lighthouse, Nallikari beach, Torripolliisi, Oulu market, Karpat Oulu hockey match.

What are the must-visit trip destinations?Helsinki, Lapland, Lofoten Islands.

Share your best experience:Trip to Lapland + Nordkapp - the northernmost point of Europe (visited at a time when it is beautifully light even at night, an interesting experience).
Lapland - the best place to see the Aurora Borealis.

💅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?Travel Helsinki - Oulu (consider whether by plane or train).

Can you pay by card?everywhere

What not to forget when packing?Warm pillows, really warm clothes, eye mask for sleeping (worth it in daylight and at night :D), your own coffee.

🥳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?For me, Erasmus was a ticket to a world where I discovered not only new friends and cultures, but most importantly myself.