How much does it cost?

If you're a first-year student you may choose to stay in University-owned or managed accommodation, the cost usually includes most bills, and can vary depending on your needs and preferences. You can look at options and prices on our Halls of residence page.

Second and third-year students usually choose to live in privately owned houses in Penryn and Falmouth. These vary in cost depending on the size of the property, its location and specifications.

If you're living in University-owned accommodation you'll usually have your bills included in your rent. Other living costs to consider are:

• Food
• Social spending
• Commuting and other travel
• Household costs
• Mobile bills and digital subscriptions

Living costs will vary and you might want to consider working part-time to supplement your spending, but it's important to think about how this will fit with your studies.

We recommend considering your accommodation and living costs before you arrive, so you know how you're going to manage your money. Costs can vary between students, so consider these things according to your unique circumstances. There are funding opportunities depending on your eligibility, you can explore more in our Student Funding section.

Another significant factor to consider is your course costs. This can include costs for things like materials, field trips or specialist equipment. You can find a guide to these typical course costs under the Fees, Costs and Funding tab on your course page.

It's also helpful to have a look at the most recent Welcome Letter for your course. These are letters new students receive, explaining in more detail what the costs for year one of study will be on that specific course.