Benefits of living at home
With the cost of studying being a valid concern, many students are opting to commute to university to save money.
Live at home. Enjoy uni life.
Benefits of commuting:
- Save money – on accommodation or rent
- Keep your support network close – at home with family, friends, jobs and other support
- Still experience university life – join societies, study in our library, get personalised support the same way halls students do
Set up on campus
Even if you don’t live on campus, you can call UON home. We have microwaves and fountains, including hot water taps, across campus so save more money by bringing food. Or choose on-campus credit as your study perk to use at our catering outlets!
What our commuting students say:
“There are loads of public transport for the commute. Northampton is great for public transport. There’s buses, trains and taxis. There are also car parks, which you can apply to park in, if you want to drive in yourself. Plenty of choices for those who have a commute ahead of them.”
“I live at home and commute every day, and I still get the whole university experience. Socialising with friends, going out, the chance to join societies. All those classic university experiences just with the comfort of staying in your home.”
– Kerry, second year Acting student
My biggest advice when it comes to commuting is to know that you are not alone. A lot more people commute to uni than you think so if you ever need help or directions, don’t be scared to ask someone wearing a red lanyard. Once you get used to it, commuting is a breeze and definitely builds your independence.
– Cathy, second year Education student
Read Cathy’s Travelling to UON 101 blog for tips including discounts and a coffee shop recommendation or MBA student Sunrita’s Tips to make the journey enjoyable blog.
Other ways to save
If you get the train, a 16-25 railcard saves you 1/3 of most train fares. Some banks and loyalty schemes offer this for free, so even more savings!
More benefits information
We have a range of study spaces from quiet spaces or silent spaces to group study areas, plus study rooms to book, so set up for a day of studying with your friends or find a space to chill out between class.
We have a games area near the Waterside Restaurant and the Students’ Union at the Engine Shed, so there is plenty to do and get up to. Stay for a sports club or society meet-up or a fun student event on campus. There is plenty to do!
Research student bank accounts to see which have travel discounts or offer a free a 16-25 railcard which saves you 1/3 of most train fares. There are loyalty schemes like grocery shops which offer deals too.
Using the Stagecoach app and your UON details, you can get discounted bus tickets too.
Check the Petrol Prices app if you drive to save on petrol.
View more Cost of Living saving tips on our Student Parking pages.