The average cost of living is steeper in the UK, given that it is known to be the country of expensive cities. A student would need at least 1,000 pounds per month to maintain a decent standard of living. The amount would, of course, vary depending on the course you choose and the locality you choose to stay in. However, students are allowed to work while studying. During the regular academic year, students are permitted to work part-time up to 20 hours per week.
The UK is well-connected by buses, trains, underground rails and cycle. Hiring a cycle can be both cheap and healthy as you will need to pay a small docking charge, otherwise, you could avail coach passes, season tickets or a rail card.