Any foreign student looking for an education abroad should prioritise safety and comfort. Since your experience in the UK can differ depending on where you go, it is vital to examine where you will have the greatest possible experience. You can begin applying for housing once you have confirmed with a university the specifics of the housing procedure and accepted a place to stay that has been offered. It is necessary to learn as much as you can about lodgings from a number of sources, as well as to start thinking about and looking for the many opportunities that will help you generate money as soon as possible.

The four options of long-term accommodation are:

• Renting a flat
• Living on campus
• Living in a private hall of residence
• Homestay

Regarding the four possibilities listed above, consider your financial situation and possible earnings for additional bills (such as electricity, gas and water), for a convenient commute to the university campus, as well as for the distance to stores, restaurants and medical facilities.

The available short-term lodging choices are:

• A hotel
• Bread and Breakfast service

The optimum time to stay at a hotel or bed and breakfast is during a brief visit or arrival. For greater convenience, it is advised against looking for hotels when you get there because they can be very expensive. Instead, searching ahead of time and making hotel reservations online are much more convenient and may even provide discounts.

Average Accommodation Cost

In order to qualify for a Tier 4 Visa from the British government, a student must declare a monthly income of £1,256 in London and some neighbouring areas and £1,015 in other parts of the United Kingdom.The cost of living in the UK mostly depends on where you live. Along with Scotland and Wales, the north of England is cheaper than the south.