The cost of living in Swansea is relatively low compared to many other cities in the UK. However it is still vital that any potential student prepares their finances before they attend University.
On average students studying at Swansea will spend between £6000 and £9000 (over 40 weeks) on living costs. The examples given below are averaged out to give costs somewhere in the middle of this estimate. The level of these costs depends heavily on lifestyle and will vary from person to person, but it's always a good idea to draw up a budget - and stick to it!
For visa application purposes, applicants have to show they have £9135 (as a minimum balance for at least 28 days). This amount is correct as at January 2016.
Average cost of Halls of residence
| Expenditure | Cost per week | Cost per academic year (40 weeks) | Cost per academic year (51 weeks) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (single room) | £86 - £139 | £3440 - £5560 | £4386 - £7089 |
| Gas/Electricity/Water | Inc in Rent | Inc in Rent | Inc in Rent |
| Contents insurance | Inc in Rent | Inc in Rent | Inc in Rent |
| Broadband | Inc in Rent | Inc in Rent | Inc in Rent |
| Travel costs | £13 | £300 (Optional) Insurance £25 per pass | Yearly Pass (£350) (Optional) Insurance £25 per pass |
Average cost of private sector accommodation
| Expenditure per person | Cost per week | Cost per academic year (40 weeks) | Cost per academic year (52 weeks) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent | £70 - £90 | £2800- £3600 | £3120 - £4212 |
| Gas/Electricity/Water | £15 | £600 | £780 |
| Contents insurance | £2.50 | £100 | £130 |
| Broadband | £4 | £160 | £208 |
| Travel costs | £13 | £300 | £350 |
Course Costs
Depending on your course there are a number of mandatory and optional costs you may be required to pay (besides your tuition fees).
| Expenditure | Cost per week | Cost per academic year (40 weeks) | Cost per academic year (52 weeks) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Books | £7.60 | £220.00 | £286.00 |
| Printing and Binding | £1 | £40.00 | £52.00 |
| Course Equipment | £1.60 | £64.00 | £83.20 |
| Field Trips | £1.25 –£28.75 | £50.00 - £1150.00 | £65.00 - £1495.00 |
General Living Costs
| Expenditure | Cost per week | Cost per academic year (40 weeks) | Cost per academic year (52 weeks) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leisure Spending | £25 | £1000.00 | £1300.00 |
| Parking | £10.00 | £400.00 | £520.00 |
| TV License | £2.80 | £112.00 | £145.50 (cost as at May 2015) |
| Laundry | £4 | £200.00 | £260.00 |
| Food | £40.00 | £1680.00 | £2184.00 |
| Phone (landline and Mobile) | £7.50 | £300.00 | £390.00 |
| Clothes | £10.00 | £300.00 | £390.00 |
| Childcare Costs | £90.00 per week | £3600.00 | £4618.12 |
Other Costs
| Visa Extension (if applicable) | £448/£948 per person inside the UK (from April 2016)(Depending on whether you apply by post or in-person at a public enquiry office.) |
|---|---|
| Police registration (if applicable) | £34 per adult |
| Local travel (cost of bus pass) | £350 per 12 months |
| Return bus ticket to London | £34 with student coach card (£10 for one year) |
| International Students Insurance | £120 per year |
| Newspaper | £1.00 |
| Sports | £2.50 per session |
| Cinema | £5.30 - £7.50 |
| Non-alcoholic drinks | 90p - £1.80 |
| Beer | £2.75 per pint (pub price) |
| Wine | £3.50 per glass (pub price) |
| Inexpensive restaurant meal | £18 per person |
| Petrol | £1.01 per litre (January 2016). This can vary significantly. |
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