Utilities : Expenditure : UNIAID International Student Calculator

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Phoning home

Use Internet Phone calls – these are a cheap way to call abroad, all you need is a computer, the internet and a handset to stay in touch.
Buy international calling cards from shops. This saves you money on calls. You get most value if you use them with a landline phone.

Are utilities – gas, electricity and water – included in your rent. If not, you need to budget for these extra costs.

In many halls of residence and homestays, utilities are included. In privately rented accommodation, these will be extra bills.

Average costs and how to pay

Advice on saving energy costs

Gas

£ per month

Electricity

£ per month

Landline phone

£ per month

Mobile phone / phone cards

£ per month

Internet

£ per month

Water

£ per month

Do you have a TV?

£ per year

If so, you'll need a licence

Yes No

Useful info

Bills vary a lot depending on the time of year and number of people in your accommodation. The 2008 NUS Student Experience report showed that students spend on average £30.82 per week on bills.
Gas
Electricity
Landline phone
Mobile phone
Internet
Water

Balance by year / month / week

Based on weeks per year

Shorter courses

If you want to budget for less than a year (52 weeks), enter the number of weeks here

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balance here