Sessions And Snapchats: How To Survive Studying Abroad

So you've decided to go on Erasmus – fair play to you. Well, here's how to survive studying abroad.

Once you've made the big decision you may wonder how the hell you're going to get through it? It sounded like a great idea at the time. A year-long holiday? Living alone, buying cups and cute little plates and shit from Ikea? Yeah, it doesn't always turn out that way.

Here's how to survive your time abroad and transform into a beautiful, cultured butterfly.

Say yes to EVERYTHING

Say yes to everything. Every party, every event. Even if you think you would absolutely hate it. Do it. Erasmus is all about trying new things and new experiences.

Embrace the language

Try and learn the language. It'll help with general communication and not to mention will look great on a CV – si si.

Travel to other countries

If you're studying abroad in mainland Europe – travel! It's so cheap to get a bus to a neighbouring country, so why wouldn't you make the most of it.

Go out and socialise

This is such an easy way to make friends. If someone invites you on a night out - say yes, show them your Irish charm and get your groove on.

Step outside of your comfort zone

Join clubs and societies, say yes to that day trip, go on that night out. This is the only way you'll make the most of your time abroad and I guarantee you'll have some amazing experiences.

Take photos

After all, the reason you're abroad is to grab life by the balls and get some new experiences. So take photos, Snapchat everything and enjoy yourself and all the cool new places you get to see.