ALRA (Student Life)

Accommodation: Expect to pay £300+ per month. School helps find accommodation.

Eating: Well priced on-site cafe; more expensive 2-3 courses in bar/restaurant on site.

Drinking: Average £2.80 a pint (£3.50 in central London).

Nightlife: Opportunities are endless, local bars, clubs. 25 mins to central London, frequent cheap West End theatre tickets available to students.

Locals: Fine!

Financial help: No ALRA funds at present. Dadas, assisted places and some scholarships available.

Jobs: Plenty of part-time work in bars, restaurants, etc.

Annual living costs: Minimum amount students say you need to live on each year (covering all living expenses but excluding tuition fees) is £7000.

Best features: The student vibe. And worst: The cost of living.