Your other living expenses will depend on your way of life. Most students spend in the region of £7,400 - £11,000 a year on their living expenses, including accommodation. If you have expensive hobbies, you will need to factor these into your budget, or be prepared to adjust your lifestyle.
Likely living costs for students
| Expense | Likely cost per year | Considerations |
|---|---|---|
| Accommodation | £2,953 (self-catered)-£7,203 (catered/private) | Further information is available from the accommodation office. |
| Food | £615 (catered) - £1,230 (self-catered/private) | Be warned, spending £5 a day on a coffee and a sandwich could increase costs by over £1000 per year! |
| Utilities | £200 per person per year | Costs vary depending on the size condition of a house. |
| Books and photocopying | £300 | Using library services can considerably reduce costs. |
| Clothes and toiletries | £650 | Can cost a lot more than expected. |
| Entertainment and sports | £1,500 | A University sports pass costs around £265 for the year but consider additional activities and travel costs. |
You should also think about phone calls, birthday presents and travel expenses, particularly if you study a long distance from home, as well as additional course costs, such as smart clothes for placements.
