Cost of Living Survey

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* 1. Is cost of living an issue for you right now?

Yes, I'm having trouble covering most costs

Yes, I'm having trouble covering some costs

No, I'm getting by ok

No, I'm very comfortable

Other (please specify)

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* 2. Which of these costs are you struggling to cover? Select all that apply.

Food such as groceries

Food such as takeaways/meals out

Rent

Bills

Clothes

University course costs (e.g. books, equipment)

Technology costs (e.g. phone, laptop)

Public transportation costs (e.g. bus, train)

Personal transportation costs (e.g. petrol, car parking)

Nights out with my friends

Events and activities

Society membership fees

Costs for my children/dependents

Toiletries

Other (please specify)

None of the above

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* 3. Have you experienced difficulty in finding affordable housing near your campus?

Yes, and I am paying more than I expected

Yes, and I am living further away than I expected

Yes, but I found appropriate housing eventually

Yes, and I didn't find housing

No, I live on campus

No, I found housing easily

No, I live at home

Other (please specify)

None of the above

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* 4. If money is short, what would you cut out of your budget? Select all that apply.

Food such as groceries

Food such as takeaways/meals out

Rent

Bills

Clothes

University course costs (e.g. books, equipment)

Technology costs (e.g. phone, laptop)

Public transportation costs (e.g. bus, train)

Personal transportation costs (e.g. petrol, car parking)

Nights out with my friends

Events and activities

Society membership fees

Costs for my children/dependents

Takeaway Coffee/Drinks

Other (please specify)

None of the above

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* 5. Do you work to cover the costs of your studies?

Yes, full-time hours

Yes, part-time hours (20-30 pw)

Yes, part-time hours (10-20 pw)

Yes, part-time hours (less than 10 pw)

Other (please specify)

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* 6. Does your income support anyone else? Select all that apply.

My partner

Child(ren) under 18

Child(ren) over 18

An elderly relative (including parents)

A disabled relative

A friend/housemate

A neighbour or other person who relies on me

I don't work

Other (please specify)

None of the above

Are you a final year undergrad? You are currently eligible to take the NSS and give more feedback on your time at university. You should find an invitation in your university email, and there is even a chance to win a cash prize!