The costs of studying and living in the UK can vary quite a bit depending on a range of factors. The main components of your costs broadly split into your tuition fees and your living expenses. Let’s have a look at both.
Tuition Fees
Based on
The University
Generally, the bigger and more prestigious the university, the higher the tuition fee
Your Program
Technical and highly resource-intensive programs can be more expensive
Your Study Level
Generally, bachelor’s programs tend to be more expensive in comparison to postgraduate programs because of the longer course duration
Location of the University
The higher the cost of living in the city (and location within the city) where the university is located, the higher tuition fees tend to be
Tuition Fee Ranges
*for the 2024 academic year
Undergraduate:
£11,400 per year
to
£38,000 per year
Postgraduate (Master’s):
£9,000 per year
to
£30,000 per yea
Cost of Living
Your costs of living in the UK as an international student depend on a variety of factors. Location is a pretty big factor – London, for example, is comparatively more expensive than the rest of the UK, ranging from £1,300 to £1,400 a month. Outside of the UK, costs can range from £900 to £1,300 per month. Your accommodation type, spending on meals, transport, lifestyle, etc. all factor into your living expenses.
Costs of living depends on
The City
Location in City
Accommodation Type
Transport
Lifestyle
Spending on Meals
Miscellaneous Expenses
(mobile plans, gym memberships, subscriptions)
Clothing
Social Activities
(e.g., movies, concerts, sports events, nights out)
You can estimate your average costs of living using Study UK’s Cost of Living Calculator.
