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Cost Of Living

Ranked among the top 10 most affordable cities in the UK (QS Best Student Cities 2025), Newcastle is an excellent choice for university students, offering a significantly lower cost of living than many other parts of the UK.

Explore all you need to know about the cost of living in Newcastle on this page, from the average monthly student living costs and tips on managing your money to our financial support on offer and other useful links, we’ve got you covered.

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How much does it cost to live in Newcastle

From housing and groceries to social life and travel, we’ve broken down the typical living costs for a Northumbria student to help you budget effectively

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Average Monthly Student Living Costs

YOUR FULL BREAKDOWN AND MORE

How to manage your money as a student

Managing your finances is an important life skill. With the cost of living on the rise, this can be a daunting prospect, but it shouldn’t hold you back from getting the most out of your time at university. Here are some helpful tips to help you manage your money as a student studying with us.

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Budgeting Tips and Resources

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Newcastle on a Budget

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Financial Support: How we’re supporting you

It is important that our students feel supported whilst studying with us, so as well as the academic support you’ll receive, we also offer lots of financial support too.

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Financial Support

WELFARE, IMMIGRATION & FUNDING TEAM

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Tuition Fees, Funding & Scholarships

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Postgraduate Government Loan

FUNDING YOUR MASTERS

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Choosing a Bank Account

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Tips on Finding a Part-time Job

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Useful Links

Here are some useful links to help you navigate the cost of living - student discounts, tips and more

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