u/TheBussyOne

Hi everyone!
I’m an international postgraduate student and I’ll be starting at UCL in September 2026. I’m currently looking for accommodation, as I’ve found the university accommodation to be much more expensive than my budget.

If you’ve studied at any university in London before (or are currently studying there), I’d really appreciate your advice. Are there any good alternatives to university accommodation that are more budget-friendly? Which areas or accommodation providers would you recommend, and which ones should I avoid?

I’d also love to hear any general accommodation tips for an international student moving to London for the first time—things you wish you’d known before renting, common mistakes to avoid, or anything else that might be helpful.

Any recommendations, advice, or personal experiences would mean a lot. Thank you so much!

Hi everyone!
I’m an international postgraduate student and I’ll be starting at UCL in September 2026. I’m currently looking for accommodation, as I’ve found the university accommodation to be much more expensive than my budget.

If you’ve studied at any university in London before (or are currently studying there), I’d really appreciate your advice. Are there any good alternatives to university accommodation that are more budget-friendly? Which areas or accommodation providers would you recommend, and which ones should I avoid?

I’d also love to hear any general accommodation tips for an international student moving to London for the first time—things you wish you’d known before renting, common mistakes to avoid, or anything else that might be helpful.

Any recommendations, advice, or personal experiences would mean a lot. Thank you so much!

Hi everyone!
I’m an international postgraduate student and I’ll be starting at UCL in September 2026. I’m currently looking for accommodation, as I’ve found the university accommodation to be much more expensive than my budget.

If you’ve studied at any university in London before (or are currently studying there), I’d really appreciate your advice. Are there any good alternatives to university accommodation that are more budget-friendly? Which areas or accommodation providers would you recommend, and which ones should I avoid?

I’d also love to hear any general accommodation tips for an international student moving to London for the first time—things you wish you’d known before renting, common mistakes to avoid, or anything else that might be helpful.

Any recommendations, advice, or personal experiences would mean a lot. Thank you so much!