Student life
Build your UK study budget
Plan for tuition, accommodation and the costs around your move.
Separate the main costs
List tuition and any deposits first. Then estimate accommodation, utilities, groceries, local travel, study materials and personal spending for your chosen location. Use current prices from the university and accommodation providers.
Allow for the move
Add travel, initial accommodation setup and any applicable visa and health surcharge costs. Keep a contingency for unexpected expenses. Avoid building a budget around an unconfirmed scholarship or work income.
Check visa evidence separately
Your personal budget and the financial evidence for a Student visa serve different purposes. Check the latest official maintenance amounts, holding period and any exemptions that apply to your circumstances before preparing documents.
GOV.UK — Student visa financial evidence
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