London

London is great ! There’s lots to explore and see . Majority of people are super helpful . Everyday is a new adventure because you never know what’s going to happen in the busy and bustling city of London ! It’s great with a variety of multi cultural food places , clothes shops , beautiful scenery ,pubs and clubs, friendly people and so much more ! The transport is so simple to use and super cheap to get around anywhere .

Going out overall has its ups and downs some places are great some I should’ve researched more, the best part is that I’m always finding deals and discounts so even though London is expensive it can be less so with a bit more research. Most of the food is great, something for almost everyone. I love things like Uber eats but I haven’t found any good Mexican food yet. Tons of stuff to do: plays/musicals, gigs, shopping, comedy clubs, etc. shopping is good but pricey.

London is definitely one of the best places to live as a student. Even though rent and transport costs are quite high, it’s a really exciting place to live in, with new things happening every week. Every Tuesday, I pick up a copy of the TimeOut London magazine, which is free at most tube stations. Theres loads of things in there- including new restaurants that have opened, upcoming gigs or festivals and my favourite page in it- free London, which shares all the free events for the week. You get such a vast diversity of people in London that you’ll find your kind of people, just have to get out there and explore!

Great city for students with countless bars, clubs and restaurants. Always something to do from going shopping to crazy golf.

Decent night life with spots such as Atik and silk lounge but only one cinema with not many showings.

London is an expensive place to live as a student but so much nightlife and culture it is worth it. Each are is so diverse you can never get bored and there is such good connections to anywhere in the country. Transport is great but again fairly expensive

Holborn is easily accessible with a great selection of places to eat as Covent Garden is a 10 minute walk away. However during rush hour periods it can be hard to enter and exit the area.

The London's night life is one of the most important parts of the city and its citizens. The most memorable and interesting experience I had with the Fabric night club, which is mainly focused on my favorite house and techno music. The most crazies nights are in this club! What is interesting, Fabric has been opening its doors to ravers and drum-and-bass enthusiasts, EDM pixies and grime goblins since it opened its doors in 1999, at the height of London's house and breakbeat renaissance. It's synonymous with the kind of London club scene that goes hand-in-hand with the gritty London glam that brought about its now infamous summer festival scene, and it draws a truly diverse crowd. While it may not remain as cutting-edge as Corsica Studios or Miranda, it brings together the most loyal followers of techno and all its sub-genres. My first time, when I heard about it, was during a conversation with my friend from America, who was obsessed with house music and who wanted to visit Fabrique for a long time ago. So, we organized the night out together with our friends and it was fantasticpy fun night! I'll never forget how cool was it.

Great city for always finding things to do. There are a surprising number of nice parks for walk in that are completely free. Also many free museums in South Kensington which is great. Cost of living and cost of eating out etc. Is a real down side. Also it can get super busy so if you like your breathing space then this is not gonna be the best place for you. But overall you get used to it and I am gonna miss London when I leave, even though I much prefer whiter places.

Without being extremely cliche, there is always something to do in London. People can be terrified of leaving small towns to move to the big city but , depending on where you live, there are some really lovely neighbourhoods in London that don't feel like you're in the city. The teen areas are perfect for summer and there's literally something you can do every single day. from food markets, eateries and events for foodies to jam nights and gigs to music lovers to quirky pop ups and tons of shopping. Okay , yes , rent will slowly take your soul and leave you on a vey tight budget to actually have a life of any kind but - it's all about being thrifty ! Warning - I know people always describe cities as having everything on your doorstep but that is not the case . I swear no matter where you're trying to go it takes 40mins to get there! Or maybe that's just me ...

As most people know, London is a very expensive city. Budgeting is an essential for living in London and also resisting the urge of going out with friends all the time. There are plenty of things to do such as sightseeing, clubbing, museums, etc. And there are endless shopping centres to visit which allow you a great shopping experience from berska to h&m to primark to JD and many more. In London, you have to be wise about your available options such as UNiDAYS or even certain packages for transport etc!

London is very expensive to live in but the range of activities you can do are huge. The city is very multicultural and has plenty of things to do on the weekend so you'll never be bored. Going out to eat is always easy and a new experience every time due to the large range of different cuisines available , just a small distance away.

London is one of the greatest cities in the world. I’ve been living here for almost 3 years now and my life has completely changed. I had to adapt to a new fast environment where people are surprisingly friendly, to be surrounded by strangers smiling at you. There is a mixture of cultures which is what makes it so special: you can find any food and drinks and piece of clothes you are looking for! It is definitely expensive, though the opportunities it provides are endless!

London... well what cant I say.its pretty amazing once u pass all that touristy stuff from pubcrals in shoreditch to nightclubs in Camden to concerts in the O2 and Wembly arena oh and u cant forget the amazing streatfood in lester square and the great value for money restaurants in Chinatown

My city is quite good when it comes to transport, nights out, eating out, entertainment and getting food value for money on these things. Transport is great, as long as your in education you get a discount on TFL and you get free bus and tram travel till 18 (as long as in education). However, shopping is not as great as the local shopping centre to me (west Croydon) has not been developed as promised and is constantly running out of stock with things like clothes and shoes. It’s always the same stuff or no variety at all. But overall, London is a great place to live, it offers lots of opportunities for young people to educate themselves as well as having a good time.

London has it all! Great restaurants; at all pricing levels and every cuisine you can imagine. There are great options for every budget and every apetite. The options for theatre and museums are endless, which makes it such a joy to discover new spots, galleries, plays, live music and expositions every week.

Food shopping is more expensive than anywhere else in the UK but that is expected as it’s london. You can find a lot of cheap places hidden around, tips from uni friends Positive is that nightlife is avaliable almost everyday of the week and will always be busy Travel is reasonably priced, I suggest living on the outskirts of London if you are studying for a long time and then travel into London rent will be cheaper and so will the food

For things to do, place to go and people to meet - London is pretty much unbeatable. Just when you think you've discovered your favourite spot/restaurant or even area, you'll discover more. Of course, it is expensive - £4-5 for a pint in most areas, you're looking at around £500/month rent in most areas; but there is an abundance of pubs/restaurants/cafes to work in and personally, I think it's worth it. With endless theatre, museums, live music, clubs, bars pubs etc...you can never be bored. Plus, if you're savvy, it is possible to get most things pretty cheaply. Finally, unlike many cities, it is not at all a University town, so you can escape the bubble and stay after graduating without feeling either stuck in a bubble that no longer belongs to you or thrown out into a new, confusing city despite staying in the same place.

Well me as a college student I eat a lot of takeaways. So I know my way around a meal my all time favourites are Italian and Chinese foods. I also love shopping in malls and in outlets. I love shoes like nike and Adidas.

London is an amazing city- it is culturally diverse with Italian, Indian, Nigerian, Philippine restaurants and many others. Its transport is unmatched anywhere in the world, with the London Underground and London Buses

Grown up here so I may be a little disenfranchised with it but London is still a beautiful and vibrant place which literally never sleeps which is why I suffer when I temporarily stay in other cities/towns (excluding Brum and Manchester, don't care I love Brum!)

Great variety of restaurants and shops, lots of things to do and lots of opportunities. Transport is everywhere but can be long and costly, also food is mostly expensive

Nights out are good but central is expensive especially to dine in. Transport for London is bad during rush hour and usually have DELAYs

London is one of the best cities to be a university student in, if you enjoy having a lot of different options for events and don't mind that you probably will not make many close friends. Every morning you leave the house, the city takes you into it. With everyone around you going to places, being active, it is difficult not to feel a sense of 'being in the struggle of life' together (especially judging by everyone's faces on the tube between 8-10 am). It is a great university city if you enjoy living in a place where you are essentially anonymous, not having to worry about meeting people you know on the street. Another thing you never worry about is where you can eat. Albeit pricy, London always has restaurants and delivery services to get your food at any time of day. It is not as difficult to get by on a low budget as some people may think. Most supermarkets reduce the price on their ready-meals when it is the last day of the 'best before', which means you can sort a dinner for 1.5-3 pounds without having to cook. Another amazing thing for a late-night study session in the library, is that itsu and wasabi do 1/2 price food an hour after closing. Transportation is expensive, but if you get a student Oyster you get some discounts. The positive thing about transport is you can get almost anywhere anytime in central London in a short amount of time. But there are also drawbacks. London can get very lonely, especially if you are not an outgoing person. It is not the typical uni experience where you meet and live together with friends from the same uni on the same campus and develop tight bonds because of seeing each other often. Making friends in London is very difficult, especially if you don't spend your 1st year living in uni accommodation. I would say it is more difficult for people from smaller countries, because a lot of the times on campus you will see people aggregating in groups based on social identity or language. Another major drawback is the price for everything. If you are not one of those rich white kids living out their best lives on daddy's surplus millions, money will become an issue. The rent is huge, but another killer is the price for club and event entry. Most event/club prices start out at a minimum of 8 pounds (sometimes 5, but then you need to be very early with buying your tickets), by the time you finally reach the club after 30 mins of standing in line, you are sober and have to buy drinks inside, which will completely bankrupt you. This is also why you will often find yourself in the dilemma of whether to go for a night out or whether to go to an interesting talk/other event, because you will not have money for doing both.