Breakdown | Weekly expenditure |
Accommodation * (Based on the average cost for a self catered room (non-ensuite and ensuite) in halls of residence. Includes cost of heat and water. See the university's accommodation pages for specific prices. | £140 |
Telephone ** | £10 |
Internet (included in most hall fees) | £5 |
Transport in Oxford (Brookes bus included in most hall and tuition fees) | £10 |
Food | £65 |
Household goods (toiletries, cleaning products, laundry etc) | £10 |
Leisure / sport / hobbies | £35 |
Books / stationery | £10 |
Insurance (included in hall fees*) | £3 |
Other expenses (eg haircuts, gifts clothes, make sure you have enough money to cover emergencies) | £30 |
Total weekly expenditure | £318 |
Total monthly expenditure | £1,378 |
Total annual expenditure for a 35 week course (September to May) | £11,130 |
Total annual expenditure for a 52 week course (eg postgraduate study) | £16,536 |
* Rent for private accommodation in Oxford may be less, but you are likely to pay a similar amount altogether, as you will also have to pay for heat, water, insurance for personal belongings and internet connection.
** Telephone costs will vary greatly depending on things such as your phone contract and the amount of international calls.