Map every required location
A classroom, workshop and clinical placement may be at different addresses. Confirm the locations and schedules before relying on a journey estimate.
Test the commute at class times
Check the first and last public-transport services, parking availability and travel after evening classes. Add a realistic allowance for delays and transfers.
Separate shared and personal costs
Area-wide rent statistics are context, not a quote for a room. Use actual housing listings or a written housing offer for your own budget.
Plan for placements and changes
Ask whether later terms involve different sites or longer travel. Include deposits, moving costs and the cost of returning home if the course is delayed.
Original sources and further reading
Use the relevant provider or public authority for current program-specific decisions. Read how we source and maintain the guide.