Choosing the right place to stay is of utmost importance. Living in the right environment will greatly influence your academic and personal life in the UK.

There are a number of options that you can choose from like shared rooms, houses, flats, halls of residence for renting either privately or in groups. Students are advised to search on websites like www.gumtree.com, www.rightmove.co.uk, www.findaproperty.com  etc. which have a number of options listed on them.

One can also enlist the help of accommodation agencies present in Croydon that will guide you towards your ideal lodging according to your budget and  proximity to the college as well as space requirements.

Please give us a call on +44(0)208 686 3122 or e-mail us at info@ukse.org.uk for assistance.

While planning to study in UK, it is important that you keep in mind all the different kinds of expenditure you will incur during your stay here. You need to be sure that you have sufficient funds to support yourself.

The monthly expenses that you would incur would be around £1,200 – £1,500 per month. However a lot depends on your personal choice of lifestyle. Below is a list of all areas where you will incur expenses along with some useful information.

Accommodation

It is very important that you get a place to stay near the college. This will  save you valuable time but also money in travelling. For more advice on accommodation, please visit our student accommodation page.

Food

Croydon is known for excellent places to eat. However, while eating out can be expensive, you can save a considerable amount by buying grocery from supermarkets like Sainsburys, TESCO etc and cooking meals for yourself.

Travel

Transportation is slightly expensive in the UK, which is why it is recommended that you live near the college or school. Buses , Trams and Trains are the cheapest mode of transport and there are  excellent services available in Croydon. Besides this you should be prepared to spend a bit on other things like utility bills, books, clothes and entertainment.