Accommodation Query
As a person studying in University of Greenwich Medway campus (Msc Biotechnology), where should I live? London or Gillingham? Here’s what I think.. if I live in london, finding a part time job will be much easier but I will have to travel 2 hours just to get to the university and another 2 to comeback. And if I live in Gillingham, I would not spend any money or time on traveling, I would be closer to the university which will allow me to be more focused on my studies, but I would not get in part time job and managing my finances would be difficult. Please share your opinion.
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by SwapnilVaghelaAs a person studying in University of Greenwich Medway campus (Msc Biotechnology), where should I live? London or Gillingham? Here’s what I think.. if I live in london, finding a part time job will be much easier but I will have to travel 2 hours just to get to the university and another 2 to comeback. And if I live in Gillingham, I would not spend any money or time on traveling, I would be closer to the university which will allow me to be more focused on my studies, but I would not get in part time job and managing my finances would be difficult. Please share your opinion.
Hi,
That's a very good question!
Living in London would provide more part time job opportunities alongside a bigger student/social scene. However 2 hours each way to Medway is a lot, expensive rent + travel and you'll likely be exhausted managing alongside your MSc studies
Living in Gillingham/Medway is closer to campus so more time/energy to put towards you MSc. Cheaper rent and lower cost of living. Easier access to campus facilities, labs, library and group work. However most likely fewer part time job opportunities and smaller social scene compared to London.
For a one year MSc, I'd lean towards Gillingham/Medway. The degree will be demanding and lab heavy so being close to campus would help you focus.
Trenyce (Kingston Rep)
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Thanks, that’s really helpful
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