How much money will I need to bring with me?
You will need money to cover school expenses and the cost of living in London:
- Course fees
- Accommodation
- Food and living expenses
- Traveling
- Books and stationery
- Extra clothing
- Temporary accommodation when you arrive
- Entertainment/social life
- Vacation expenses
The cost of living in London
As a guide, most students live on £60 - £100 per week (depending on lifestyle) after paying rent. The cost of living in London is expensive, whether you live on or off campus. The following price approximations may give you a rough guide to the cost of living in London. Check the daily newspaper to find out what the rate of exchange is for your currency and compare.
Estimated cost of living in the UK, 2007/2008
There are numerous student discount schemes which help to keep the cost of living in the UK down. Hult Student Services can provide you with information on these schemes.
|
Value meal at McDonalds |
£4 |
|
Load of laundry wash and dry |
£6 |
|
Hairdryer |
£10 |
|
Chocolate bar |
£0.50 |
|
Can of Soda/Soft Drink |
£0.50-£0.70 |
|
Shampoo |
£3 |
|
Cinema ticket |
£8-£12 |
|
Concert ticket |
£25 |
|
Entry to a Night Club |
£10-£20 |
|
Dinner in restaurant (1 meal and drink) |
£15 |
|
Haircut |
£50 (salon for woman)
£7-£20 (men) |
|
Pair of jeans |
£30-£50 |
|
One Day Travel card on the tube |
£7.50 |
|
Return Flight/Eurostar London/Paris |
£80 |
|
Average weekly rent, single room, off campus |
£80-£100 |
|
Average textbook cost per course |
£30 |