In addition to tuition fees, we recommend that you prepare a budget to cover other costs, including accommodation, food, transport and social activities.
The information on this page is provided as a guideline only, based on average student spending in Leeds.
- International students must meet the financial requirements for your visa, and you should plan your personal budget separately.
- You should budget for the amount of money you would need without getting a job. You may be able to obtain part-time work during your studies, but this will depend on the demands of your course and whether your visa allows you to work in the UK.
- Living costs may change and can be affected by currency exchange rates.
- You can use a student budget calculator like this one from Save the Student to calculate your living costs.
Estimated Living Costs - Per month example*
The following figures are estimates for 2025 based on the latest data available. The actual amount will depend on your accommodation and lifestyle. They don't include tuition fees.
| Accommodation (varies greatly depending on private vs. student accommodation) |
£400 to £1,044 |
| Groceries (food, toiletries, cleaning products) |
£120 to £140 |
| Personal costs (mobile phone, transport, clothes, socialising) |
£168 to £252 |
| Estimated total budget per month: |
Approx. £688 to £1,436 |
*Living expenses are estimated and dependent on your lifestyle