Solent Insight Series: Money matters: Finance, living costs and budgeting

This online Solent Insight Series session is for prospective students who want practical guidance on the financial side of university life. It focuses on helping you understand what to expect before you start, so you can feel more confident about planning your next steps.

The session covers student finance, living costs and budgeting, with clear explanations of tuition fees, student loans, maintenance funding and the everyday expenses that come with living away from home. It also looks at accommodation costs and shares advice on how to manage your money well while studying.

You will hear practical tips on making your money go further and learning what financial support may be available. The aim is to help future students prepare for university life, reduce money worries and feel more ready to focus on their course and wider student experience.