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Cost of Living
Visit our Academic Experience page for information about the 2025-26 academic year.
Newcastle is ranked in the top 5 most affordable UK cities
QS Best Student Cities 2026
Low cost of living - Newcastle is 22% cheaper than London (without rent)
Numbeo.com August 2025
A World Top 50 and UK Top 5 student city
QS Best Student Cities 2026
What are living costs at university?
Living costs cover expenses other than tuition fees, such as accommodation, food, drink, travel and study materials.
The average cost of living for a student studying in the UK is just over £1,100 per month, with the North East of England the second most affordable region for students.
Our city is ranked in the top 5 most affordable UK cities (QS Best Student Cities 2026) so you know your money will go further here.
Estimated monthly costs
Your monthly living costs will depend on your spending habits. As a rough guide, this is what you can expect your
main costs
to be while studying with us.
Rent in University-owned or managed partnership accommodation (includes bills, such as electricity, water, gas and wifi): Undergraduate: £543– £924, Postgraduate: £392 – £940
Groceries: £144
Socialising: £99
Mobile phone: £16 (SIM only)
*
Some costs are approximate. Compiled in August 2025.
Costs for international students
If you’re an international student, as part of your visa application you’ll have to prove you have sufficient funds to support yourself while at university in the UK.
You’ll also have further costs associated with studying in the UK – such as your student visa and a health surcharge to access the NHS, the UK’s health care service. To help you explore the living costs associated with studying at Newcastle watch our video.
*Some costs in our video are approximate. Compiled in August 2025.
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Making your money go further
Here’s some further guidance on University living costs, plus top tips on managing your money while you’re studying with us.
Accommodation
We offer accommodation to suit every type of student budget with your rent usually including energy and water bills, making budgeting easier. Accommodation costs can vary check out our
Accommodation pages
for specific information about each of our residences.
At the end of your first year, you’ll normally move into privately rented accommodation. You’ll need to pay a deposit for this, so start budgeting now to meet that cost. Newcastle University’s Student Union’s Student Advice Centre has
information and advice
about renting privately.
Family accommodation:
We offer family accommodation at competitive prices compared to the private rental market. Costs don’t include utility bills.
Food
Food expenses will make up a large portion of your monthly budget so plan your meals in advance to avoid overspending.
Shop at local markets such as Newcastle’s popular Grainger Market for fresh produce – it’s cheaper and better for you. If you can’t cook invest in a student cookbook or find easy-to-follow recipes online.
For a cost-effective option, we also offer a
catering package
covering your breakfast and lunch on campus seven days a week.
Course costs
Costs will depend on the subject you are studying and can include:
books
stationery
photocopying
field trips
specialist materials or equipment
Course costs are estimated at around
£11 - £59
per month.
Travel costs
Newcastle is a big city in a small space making it easy to get around. Student discounts are available on public transport, including our light rail Metro system and local buses.
Travel is cheaper if you plan ahead, so book your tickets in advance if, for example, you’re going home at the end of term.
Social life
Socialising is an important part of university life and something you’ll need to budget for. Costs will vary depending on your interests.
You can enjoy a range of budget-friendly activities and events through
the Students' Union
including free and discounted taster sessions organised by our Give It A Go programme. We also offer competitively priced membership packages for our
Sport and Fitness Centre
, giving you access to our state-of-the-art facilities.
Eligible undergraduate students can apply to our
Activities Access Fund
for financial support to cover some of the costs of getting involved.
Insurance
Rent for University-owned accommodation or managed partnership accommodation includes contents insurance. You won't need a separate policy, but it’s worth making sure it provides adequate cover.
If you need to take out contents insurance, shop around for the best deal and the cover that’s right for you.
If you live in any other accommodation, you’ll need to arrange your insurance separately. Shop around to find the best deal and the right cover to suit you.
For more information check out our
Financial Advice
.
Television
In the UK, it’s a legal requirement for any property with a television to have a TV licence. You’ll also need one if you’re watching live television through an app such as BBC iPlayer.
Find out more about TV Licensing
, check if you need a licence and – if you do – how to buy one.
How we're supporting you
There’s lots of financial advice and support available to you while you’re studying with us.
visit our
dedicated student financial support
for expert advice and guidance on money matters
find out how we’re
helping our students with the cost of living
– from hardship funds to practical initiatives such as our subsidised laundry facilities
explore our
Student’s Union cost of living hub
Apply now for undergraduate study
Apply now for postgraduate study