Planning your budget ahead makes your first year far more comfortable. Here are the main items to account for.
The essentials
- Housing: varies widely between university halls, shared apartments and private rooms
- Food: cooking at home saves a lot compared with eating out
- Transport: trains and buses are an affordable option in the capital
- Phone plan and personal expenses
Saving tips
- Choose housing near a train station
- Use student transport passes where available
- Track your spending weekly in the first months
Use our budget calculator to estimate your costs for your lifestyle.