It is a
very good idea to draw up a budget plan before you start.
This will give yourself some
idea on what you need to do manage your finances. Here are
some of the costs you will need to consider in your budget
plan: Cost of living and academic tuition fees.
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Cost of Living
Accommodation
I
you are planning to live away from home while studying in
a university, accommodation will be a major part
of your expenditure.
At most universities you have the option for a well appointed
residence halls or dormitories. You will also find there
is a wide range of rented accommodation available in
major cities
and townships where your chosen school is located. These
locations are available for you to live alone or with
other students.
Most universities have accommodation offices that will help
you with locating suitable living quarters and provide useful
advise and information.
Travel
Many
universities are located in well-travelled routes of rail
and road. Tickets for trains are readily available
and
some
commuter vehicles are also accessible for use.
When studying
in London, the most economical way to travel is to
buy a season ticket allowing unlimited travel on
buses, trains and the London Underground. Fares vary
according to
the zones through which you intend to travel. A special
Student Photocard will qualify you for discounted rates.
You can
enquire at any London Underground or Mainline Station
or you can also
visit the Transport for London website www.transportforlondon.gov.uk
for complete information about all rail and bus services
including fares, timetables and travel advisories.
Books,
Field Trips & Equipment
All courses
have related costs such as textbooks, special equipment,
and photocopying will also need to be incorporated
into your
budget. Textbooks will vary according to your chosen
course, but your Course Director will be able to give
you an idea
of what your needs are likely to be. Do not rush out
and buy the
whole reading list right away! You may be able to buy
second-hand used books from other students or share
with other course
members. Some libraries also sell used books at very
reasonable rates.
Some courses may include essential
field or residential study trips in the UK or overseas
for which there will
almost always
be travel and accommodation charges. Your Course
Director should be able to provide you an idea of how much
you
will need to
budget for before you finalise your decision.
Living
Most
importantly – you will need to budget for everyday
things like food, utility bills, clothing, and
other personal expenses while studying. These can also include
leisure and
entertainment expenses.
(For post-graduate students please refer to
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