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To live in London is to experience one of the great cities of the world. Students at UCL benefit from our location in the centre of the capital, the hub of culture, arts, politics, government, the media, the law and the great financial institutions of the City. London offers a scene and status unrivalled by any other city. UCL, England's third oldest university, is at the heart of what has been described as 'the knowledge capital of the world.' For further information about living and studying in London please see the information and links below.
Study London – Offers comprehensive information relating to applying to study in London, scholarships and financial assistance and living and working in London.
EducationUK – See the 'living in the UK' section.
UKstudentlife – Offers information on British culture and daily life in the UK, alongside providing detailed information on preparing yourself to come to the UK.
Timeout London - An essential guide to making the most of your free time in London providing extensive entertainment listings.
Living in London
Academic Resources
London is one of the most exciting cities to be a student providing unrivalled academic resources including museums, libraries, archives and cultural and professional organisations. The British Library, Senate House Library and the British Museum are just a few of the academic resources available to students living in London, all of which can be found on the doorstep of UCL.
British Library - The Library holds more than 13 million books and 920,000 journals.
Senate House Library - Provides extensive services and facilities to all University of London students.
The British Museum - Displays exhibitions from ancient and living cultures from around the world.
To find out more about studying in London and for more information relating to the academic facilities available to students please visit the following link
Leisure
Students in London have access to a wide range of entertainment and leisure opportunities to fill their free time. From the theatre to sports to comedy clubs there is something for everyone in London. The following websites include comprehensive lists of upcoming events.
Timeout London - An essential guide to making the most of your free time in London providing extensive entertainment listings.
LondonTown – Provides information on sightseeing, entertainment and upcoming events in London.
LondonMonthly - London's essential event guide, direct to your inbox.
International Student House (ISH) - Offers accommodation to students as well as being a social centre for international students in London.
Managing your budget
Many students worry about the cost of living and studying in London. However, there are many ways in which you can enjoy student life in the capital on a limited budget. The web links below offer advice on how to control your budget and guides to enjoying London for free.
Londonisfree – A guide to free events and activities in London.
Studentfreestuff – Regularly updated website providing information on discounts and free offers for a variety of things.
MyVoucherCodes - A great place to download vouchers for discounts and 2 for 1 offers in a wide range of shops and restaurants.
Whenever you are shopping in London remember to take your student card with you and always ask if a student discount is available. This also applies when you go to the cinema, theatre, restaurants or other entertainment venues. Most major museums and galleries in London are free to all however special exhibitions may have a charge where a student discount is available.
Travel
Travel also need not be expensive and discount travel cards are available on most transport services in London including national rail, tube and buses. The Student Oyster photocard entitles students to a 30% discount on travelcards and bus passes valid for 7 days or more. For further information on conditions and how to apply please visit the following link
As a student you will also be entitled to a discount on transport or journeys outside London on trains and coaches.
Anyone between the ages of 16 – 25, or any mature students aged 26 and over can obtain a young person's/student railcard that will entitle them to 1/3 off rail travel anywhere in the UK. For further information about this and other discount travel options visit the following link
As a student you will also be able to get a Young Person's Coachcard that will entitle you to 30% off coach travel anywhere in the UK. Further information can be found on the National Express Website.
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