Student Living Costs in Newcastle
Your spending patterns may be very different while you're at university (particularly if you are living away from home). Below you'll find a brief guide to some of the main expenses you may face as a student to help you budget. Of course, how much you spend depends on your lifestyle.
These examples are worked out on a basis of a 38-week period, which covers a normal academic year. The costs are approximate and should be used as a guide only.
Cost examples
Accommodation - £260-£500 per month
At Newcastle, most first year students are guaranteed a place in University accommodation. Rents vary depending on distance from the University, room type and facilities. Energy and water bills are usually included in your rent.
Food - £150 per month
If you live in a catered hall of residence, some meals will be included in your rent.
Study costs - £45 per month
Costs will depend on the subject you are studying and can include books, stationery, photocopying, field trips, specialist materials or equipment.
Social life - £150 per month
This is an important part of University life, so it's important you budget for it. How much you actually spend will depend on your interests and how much socialising you do. If you want to make use of the University sports facilities, membership charges range from just under £5 to approximately £16 per month.
Travel costs - £30-55 per month
Depending on where you live, you may need to budget for daily bus or Metro journeys. You may also have to consider the cost of travelling to and from the University at the beginning and end of term.
Insurance - £20 per month
In University accommodation, contents insurance is included in your rent - you may want to consider additional insurance if you are bringing any items of particular value with you.
Clothes and toiletries -£60-£75 per month
Costs will vary depending on your personal tastes and how much shopping you do.
Mobile phones - £35 per month
The amount you spend is up to you - be aware of how much you are spending.
Television - £13 per month
If you decide to have a television in your accommodation, you are required to have a licence.
Miscellaneous - £25 per month
You should budget for occasional expenses such as haircuts, gifts and medical or dental costs.
