Living costs
Living in London can be an expensive experience so it is important to budget carefully for the costs associated with studying in England's capital city.
The biggest single cost will be for accommodation. Generally, the closer you wish to live to the College the more expensive the rent will be. The cheapest way of living fairly centrally is to stay in a hostel. From around £75 per week you can stay in dormitory accommodation with meals provided.
As a guide, we usually suggest that you budget for roughly £90 per week for a twin room (giving greater privacy) and meals. However, once you have settled in to living in London you will be able to look around for cheaper accommodation.
Another major cost is that associated with using public transport in London. Unfortunately, the famous London Underground, or 'tube', is one of the world's most expensive transport systems. However, the instantly recognisable red London buses are a cheap and efficient way of getting around the city. We usually suggest that you allow for £50 per month for a student travel pass.
Of course, you will also want to make the most out of living in one of the world's most exciting cities and so you will need to have some money to spend on entertainment. £150 each month should be enough to enjoy some of the restaurants, theatres and cinema. Also bear in mind that you will be given membership of International Students House where most activities are free.
*All Students are expected to pay their Exam fees on registration day.
