Erasmus in Newcastle

Information and tips for Erasmus students in Newcastle

Why do the Erasmus in Newcastle? If you are thinking of doing your Erasmus in an English city, but don't know where here we tell you the reasons why you should choose Newcastle. It is a welcoming city, full of parties and students. In addition, it has some very beautiful landscapes and a lot of tourist attractions to see.

Cost of living in Newcastle, United Kingdom

As you probably know, the United Kingdom is one of the most expensive countries in Europe. However, one of the great advantages of living in Newcastle, located in the northeast of the United Kingdom, is that the standard of living is quite affordable compared to London, the British capital. To give you an idea, a student can live on a monthly budget of about 600 pounds. This is just an approximation and may vary depending on your lifestyle and needs. Also keep in mind that accommodation will be the biggest expense you have and, therefore, you must start looking for it as soon as possible. The most popular option among students in Newcastle is to rent a spare room in a shared flat, as it is the cheapest. From our Erasmus Play platform, we make it easy for you and help you find the best offers.

Student life, Erasmus parties and leisure in Newcastle

Newcastle is known as the party capital of the North of England. Therefore, it is a city with a lot of life and full of young people. Whatever day it is, you will always find open bars and clubs. Most students usually go out through the downtown area, since it is where all the entertainment venues (pubs, bars, restaurants...) are located.

Apart from partying, in Newcastle, you can do many more things, such as exploring the historic centre, walking over the city's bridges, seeing the region's castles or even travelling to nearby cities such as Glasgow or Durham. And if you like to go shopping, do not hesitate to go to the huge shopping centre "The Gate".

Culture and gastronomy in Newcastle, UK

The most emblematic places in Newcastle upon Tyne are the following:

• The monument is in honour of Charles Grey, located in the centre of the city.
• Newcastle Castle
• The Tyne Bridge, which crosses the River Tyne
• The Royal Theater
• Jesmond Park
• The Great North-Hancock Museum
• St. Nicholas Cathedral.

As for gastronomy, in Newcastle, you can try typical dishes such as "steak pie" ( a meat pie), the “Newcastle Brown Ale” beer or the “Haggerty Bread” (potatoes with onion, butter and cheese).

Advantages of doing the Erasmus in Newcastle

• Travelling to nearby cities such as Durham or Glasgow (in Scotland).
• Newcastle is known to be one of the best cities in England to party.
• Newcastle is a cosmopolitan city: it receives many students from all over the world, which will allow you to make friends of different nationalities and learn from their cultures.
• It is a very manageable city, you can walk everywhere.
• You are sure to improve your English.

Cheap Erasmus accommodation in Newcastle, UK

Do you need accommodation in Newcastle and don't know how to get it? In Erasmus Play you can find for free the best flats, spare rooms and apartments for students in Newcastle.

Frequently asked questions about doing Erasmus in Newcastle

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