UK Students Skip Meals and Take Multiple Jobs as Living Costs Rise
A survey by Save the Student found that 63% of UK undergraduates occasionally skip meals to save money, while 9% have used food banks. Students reported average monthly living costs of £1,146, creating an estimated £467 shortfall after maintenance support. The survey also found that 28% of students have at least two jobs, while 46% have considered leaving university because of financial pressure. Student groups are urging the UK government to increase maintenance funding and review loan repayment rules. The situation may worry Nigerians considering study or medical career pathways in the UK. With tighter immigration rules and pressure on NHS training opportunities, prospective international students may need to weigh living costs and job prospects carefully.
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