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Overseas student's guide to finding out all about student accommodation birmingham.
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Student Accommodation Birmingham Key Points • Birmingham is home to the second-largest urban area after London and most populous city in the United Kingdom. It is a diverse, exciting and modern city with an extensive cultural heritage. • Birmingham is home to five universities - the University of Birmingham, Aston University, Birmingham City University, University College of Birmingham, and Newman University. • Thousands of international students fly down to the city in hoards every year to take admission in these prestigious universities, making student accommodation Birminghamquite challenging. • The four criteria mentioned below will help you secure comfortable, budget-friendly student accommodation in Birmingham.
Where to Stay • There are many areas that students can choose to live when moving to a university in Birmingham. • Bournbrook, Selly Oak, City Centre, Harborne, and Edgbaston are some of the popular places to stay in Birmingham for students.
Guide to Public Transport • Birmingham is extremely well-connected by public transport, with the University of Birmingham having its own train station. • You can get additional discounts on your travel with a 16-25 railcard, making it easy to find your way around town. • Bus travel offers great value and it’s easy on the pocket, too. If you travel regularly by bus, then it’s best to purchase a seasonal travel pass to secure the lowest prices.
Student Accommodation in Birmingham • There are a variety of accommodation options available for students in Birmingham, depending on their budget and desired location. • You can either opt for a shared room or a private room in a shared apartment if you are on a modest budget. • In case you want to rent an en-suite room or a studio, you have to spend some extra money. These student accommodations provide on-site amenities such as gym, laundry, study room, Wi-Fi, bike storage, and more for a comfortable stay. • You can book your student accommodation from the comfort of your couch through University Living, an online student housing marketplace.
Cost of Living in Birmingham • The cost of living in Birmingham ranges from £460 to £1000 per month, inclusive of rent. • The rent forms a major part of expenses and ranges from £150/week - £200/week on average. • Expect to shell out about £4.00 for a pint, £50 for a three-course meal, and £9 for a trip to the cinema.