There is no getting away from the fact that studying at any university is going to cost you or your parents money. Some students will be lucky enough either to have parents who will cover their costs in full or to win a full scholarship, but others will need to finance their way through university by a combination of grants, loans and part-time or vacation work. It is not unusual for UK students now leaving university to have loans outstanding of around 10,000. Below you will find information which will help you come to a sensible judgement about the cost of studying here. The cost of studying can be divided into tuition fees and living expenses.
All students are liable for tuition fees.
The UK government operates a tuition fee subsidy scheme whereby students from less affluent backgrounds pay either a reduced fee or no fee at all. Tuition fees for students ordinarily resident outside the EU are set at different levels dependant on the subject studied. In addition students will need money to cover living expenses. Students in their first year living in student residences may find it cheaper than this. The major national banks also offer loan and overdraft facilities.