Studying in the United Kingdom and pursuing a job there is a dream for many of us. The dream to study there is expensive. If that is what you think we are here to tell you it is not. With a good budgeting plan and savings, you can go there.

The United Kingdom is home to some of the best universities in the world. The QS world ranking has even ranked London as the top student city in the UK. Other than London there are various other cities where you can live budget-friendly. These cities have so many other benefits.

There are several cities in the United Kingdom that have universities where you can study at a very affordable tuition fee. These cities not only have affordable universities but they come along with a cheaper lifestyle.  In this article, we will show you some of the best affordable cities to study in the UK.

1. Manchester

Manchester is one of the most affordable cities in the United Kingdom. In fact, after the city of London, Manchester has the second largest population in the UK. Globally this city is ranked at 51 positions for its affordability. 

This place has the best affordable places for the students to stay. 

That is why even the Studio Student Accommodation in Manchester is popular. These places are available at £75 a week. The entertainment areas such as the pub and cafes are also cheaper. The transportation costs in this city such as buses and cabs are also cheaper. This city has an industrial heritage and once was a powerhouse for the textile industry.

This city is home to some of the best universities in the world. Some of them are

• University of Manchester

•  Victoria University

•  Manchester Metropolitan University

• Loreto College

•  Manchester College

• Alliance Manchester Business school,

• University of Salford

 and many others.

1. Birmingham

This is another affordable city for international students to study and live in, in the United Kingdom. This city is located in the West Midlands region of England and is the largest city present there. This city is an important business hub. Apart from business, there are other tourist attractions in this city.

There are 18th-century landmarks in this city that make it more beautiful and aesthetic. According to the QS world rankings, this city has ranked as the 51st best student city in the entire world. This city has also ranked in the 64th position when it comes to affordability.

The cost of living in this city is 22% lower than the cost of living in London.

Apart from good living experiences and affordability, this city has some of the best universities. Some of them are as follows

• University of Birmingham

• Aston University

• University College Birmingham

• Birmingham City University

1. Coventry

This city is the twelfth largest city in the UK and the ninth-largest city in England. This city is present in the West Midland area of England. It is also the second largest city after Birmingham. It is a medieval city and most students prefer this city for the homely environment.

Most of the International students who come to study in the UK prefer this city more as there are various types of accommodations. These accommodations are the shared apartments, halls of residence, or even rent a private studio.

The rent in this city can cost  $110 a week and if it's shared apartments the cost will be much lower. If you live in the halls of residence it can be from $98 to $235 a week. 

The best universities located here are the 

• University of Warwick

• CU Coventry.

• Coventry University

• Coventry College

1. Edinburgh

Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland and it is a very beautiful city. In Fact, the 

locations and settings of this city can be seen in the Harry Potter movie as most of it was shot here. It has scenic views, beautiful gardens, and stunning mountains. This city is adorned with Georgian architecture and the castles that belong to the old medieval period.

Apart from this, the student life here is so good. According to the QS world rankings, this city has the sixteenth rank as the best student city in the world. You can do so many things such as theatre, study literature and so on. There are various entertainments such as music, sports, dance and so much more.

The best universities and colleges in this city are

• University of Edinburgh

• Edinburgh Napier University

• Heriot watt University 

• Business School, the University of Edinburgh

1. Glasgow

Glasgow is located in the western Lowlands of Scotland and it is the largest city here. It is known for its beautiful classic architecture and its rich heritage. This city is an important cultural hub in the United Kingdom. As it has famous operas, significant museums and the National Theater of Scotland. Culturally this city is rich in its art forms.

The QS world rankings have ranked this city in the 59th position for its affordability for the students. They also have the top universities here. There are some elegant accommodations in this city. Hence the rent comes up to $500. Other than this there is also vibrant nightlife in this city.

The best universities in this city are:

• University of Glasgow

• City of Glasgow College

• The Glasgow school of art

These are the top five affordable cities for International students in the UK. Each city has its advantages such as good universities and decent accommodations. You can even cut most of these expenses like your tuition fee by applying for scholarships in the UK. There are several scholarships that is available for international students in the UK.