Could it be realistic to camp my way through university?
I’m not rich enough to comfortably afford student expenses, but I also don’t qualify for grants or bursaries to support me. I’m planning on doing architecture for uni (~7 years) and the rough total of tuition costs + accommodation (excluding bills) would be £133,500! I’m desperate to go to a good university away from home in the south and was wondering if, instead of the more expensive accommodation route, I could just find a campsite somewhere (no idea what I’d do about security or having a postcode etc) ?? Y’all please!
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Reply 1
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Realistic yes, practical no
Reply 2
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In the snow?
Do get real.
Do get real.
Reply 3
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Original post by McGinger
In the snow?
Do get real.
Do get real.
Ahhh I think the summer is getting to me…good point!
Reply 4
I read an article about a woman from Royal Holloway uni who camped...have you tried begging your university?
Reply 5
All universities offer a bursary, do they not? The amount is usually calculated on the family income.
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Reply 6
Please just beg the uni.. email every Hugh up official and beg ..cry if you have to..don't camp.
Original post by Lydia_904
I’m not rich enough to comfortably afford student expenses, but I also don’t qualify for grants or bursaries to support me. I’m planning on doing architecture for uni (~7 years) and the rough total of tuition costs + accommodation (excluding bills) would be £133,500! I’m desperate to go to a good university away from home in the south and was wondering if, instead of the more expensive accommodation route, I could just find a campsite somewhere (no idea what I’d do about security or having a postcode etc) ?? Y’all please!
Several points to observe here.
Firstly architectural training takes place over 3 different degrees/phases that take place over 7 years. These need not be consecutive and to a point can't be due to the requirement that you undertake work in trainee positions at certain points.
Secondly for undergraduate study I.e. the first phase which is the bachelors degree lasting 3 of those 7 years, you can get funding from student finance England (or NI/Wales or SAAS if Scottish) if you are are a UK/home student. For SFE funding this covers all turion fees and a maintenance loan to cover your living costs.
Thirdly it's not realistic to camp through uni and works creste a lot of difficulty for you, including needing a fixed address for various administrative purposes.
Stop getting ahead of yourself - focus on the journey one step at a time like everyone else, and apply for student finance to get support through uni like other UK undergraduates. You can look for casual part time work in or out of term as well during your undergraduate studies.
Note that SFE loans are not like bank loans, and you will never repay more than you can afford and only make repayments when earning over the threshold. You also get the loan written off 40 years after taking it out regardless.
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