IAE Montpellier

All the bars close to the center of Montpellier are brilliant. Lots of small cafes and nice bars. Unfortunately they close early - to really party all night you have to go outside the city to the big discos. It works but can not be done every weekend. It's enough with the bars in the Center. Which ones are popular changes a lot. Just keep an eye out for posters and talk to people where to go!

I didn't live in the student accommodations - they were very cheap but also low standard in my opinion. Ok I guess if you do not expect too much. A lot of people actually live there.

You can get financial help from the CAF to pay your rent when you are a student. It's quite a significant contribution. Go shopping for groceries in the supermarkets and not the expensive shops in the city center.

Important is to be careful where you live and if you share who you share with. You are going to spend time at home so it's important. Some areas are not the best - don't live too far from center if you like going out in the evening since bus services stop going very early. Make sure you travel around a lot and discover the beautiful south of France. There is so much to see. Make the best of your stay and learn French - do not be afraid to speak. Bonne Chance!

Very good to get to really learn the language on university level. I really learned a lot and my French developed to a much better level! Very useful for me now when I'm working with France.