Student cities in United Kingdom
Where you study shapes your whole experience. Cost of living, job options, weather, and lifestyle all vary by city. Here are the main destinations for international students in the United Kingdom.
Birmingham
The UK's second city, with a young, diverse population, several large universities, and central transport links across the country.
Edinburgh
Scotland
Scotland's historic capital, home to a world-ranked university, a UNESCO Old Town, and the world's largest arts festival every August.
Glasgow
Scotland
Scotland's largest city, with a friendly culture, strong universities, and some of the most affordable living of any major UK student city.
Leeds
A major northern student city, with a buzzing nightlife and shopping scene, strong universities, and affordable living in the heart of Yorkshire.
London
The UK's capital and global hub, with the highest concentration of world-ranked universities anywhere, matched by the country's highest living costs.
Manchester
The biggest student city outside London, with two large universities, a famous music and football culture, and far lower living costs.