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Students love Huddersfield, and so do we. It’s a great sized town with loads of character, culture, and things to discover, on the doorstep of two of the UK’s beautiful national parks. It’s home to a top-rate university with a lively student scene and, if that weren’t enough already, Huddersfield is one of the most inexpensive places in the whole of the UK. Read on to learn more!
- Student activities in Huddersfield
- Nightlife in Huddersfield
- Student accommodation in Huddersfield
- Transport in Huddersfield
- Student costs in Huddersfield
- What Huddersfield is famous for
- Universities in Huddersfield
Student activities in Huddersfield
Not too many people know that Huddersfield is a hotspot for performing arts. The Laurence Batley theatre has a superb timetable of events with award-winning dance, classic drama, and even some comedy shows. The Marsden Jazz Festival arrives every October, setting the town alight with more than 100 events and a street parade which is a must-see event. Huddersfield Contemporary Music Festival follows in November and offers a tastefully curated programme of experimental composers and instrumental performances, so keep your ear to the ground and don’t miss out.
Check out our guide to the top 10 things to do in Huddersfield.
Nightlife in Huddersfield
Whatever you’re looking for in a night out, Huddersfield has you covered. The town is packed with fine dining, fast food, traditional pubs, trendy bars, theatre, live music, and late-night clubbing. Huddersfield residents are known for their friendliness too, so it’s a sociable environment where you’ll easily meet new people.
Many nights will begin (and end!) in the Huddersfield uni students’ union bar, but when you venture out into town, you’ll find plenty of places to check out. Here’s a few of our top picks:
Kafka Bars - Located opposite the university, this eclectic establishment is a must-visit for visitors to Huddersfield and a student favourite for obvious reasons. Two floors with DJs all weekend, a relaxed atmosphere and friendly staff. They even serve their own beer. Cheers!
BrewDog - A popular brand with even more popular beers, Brewdog has taken the world of evening entertainment by storm with its tasty food and fine selection of board games. At the Huddersfield venue there’s plenty of tables, and dogs are welcome too.
If we tried to describe every club in Huddersfield we’d be here all night, so here are some student classics which you’ll probably become familiar with. Camel Club, Maverick’s, and Cleopatra’s Lounge are beloved by students and locals alike, offering a fantastic selection of music, drinks and a party atmosphere, at student-friendly prices.
Student accommodation in Huddersfield
When you arrive at Huddersfield, you’ll need to sort out somewhere to stay. An option for the first year is to live in the University of Huddersfield’s own halls of residence. Rooms are typically self-catered and vary in size. They are usually organised into apartments for between three and eight students and have shared kitchen and living spaces.
One of the main advantages of living in halls is that all utilities, bills, internet and insurance are included in the rental fee, and contract lengths are matched to the duration of your uni year, so that you won’t be paying for a room if you choose to spend the summer elsewhere. Prices for a single room range from £102 - £125, with various options for size and bathroom facilities.
In second year, you’ll be renting locally. Huddersfield has an affordable housing market compared to the rest of the UK. A one-bedroom apartment in the town centre costs just £730 per month, and if you’re sharing a three-bedroom apartment then the average rent price is £910 which works out to be less than £300 per person per month.
Transport in Huddersfield
The best way to get around Huddersfield is by bus and, once again, costs are very affordable. We’re sensing a pattern here! A one-way ticket costs just £2.50, and if you’re going to take the bus daily then it’s probably worth investing in a weekly travel pass which gives you unlimited travel for about £22.
If you’re running late or coming home from a big night out, then don’t be afraid to call a cab. Taxis in Huddersfield charge an average fare of £0.87 per km travelled, which won’t break the bank. Even less expensive, of course, is to walk or cycle, and you’ll benefit from daily exercise and a lower environmental impact too.
Student costs in Huddersfield
So how much can you expect to pay to study in Huddersfield? Well, that depends on a few things, which we’ll break down for you here.
Tuition fees are your primary expense, and if you’re studying an undergraduate course, will very likely be capped at £9,250 per year. Most students choose to cover this cost by taking out a tuition fee loan from Student Finance, which has the benefit of requiring repayment only when you have graduated and are earning a comfortable salary.
The other major cost you’ll have to figure out is accommodation, which we’ve already covered above.
Groceries are another weekly expense, and prices in Huddersfield are generally lower than in the surrounding area. In addition to major chains such as Tesco, Asda, and Sainsburys, the town is well serviced by low-cost outlets like Aldi and Lidl, and you can save quite a few pennies by shopping here. The average weekly grocery budget for UK students is £44, so use this as a guideline and you’ll easily be able to stay within budget.
Other costs to consider include transport, entertainment, and uni supplies such as printing credits or extra reading material. Keep a monthly budget for these things and you’ll be surprised at how far your student loan can stretch.
Read our guide to the cost of living in Huddersfield.
What Huddersfield is famous for
Huddersfield town is the birthplace of rugby league, which was invented in 1895 and continues to be played here weekly. If you’re a fan of this fast-paced and dynamic sport, then you’re in luck! The Huddersfield Giants compete in the Super League, so why not pick up a ticket and cheer them on. The atmosphere at a big game is electric, and tickets are readily available.
If rugby union or football is more your thing, then Huddersfield has you covered too. Huddersfield R.U.F.C and Huddersfield Town F.C. both compete in national leagues, so you’ll have plenty of opportunities to see top-flight sporting action in your local area.
Universities in Huddersfield
The University of Huddersfield is a modern uni with a population of around 20,000 students. It’s known for having a really high standard of tuition and has received national awards in previous years for teaching quality. Some of the top-rated courses include complimentary medicine, health studies, forensic science and materials technology.
The university has a lively student scene, with an active students’ union that organises a huge range of clubs and societies for you to explore.
Learn more about the University of Huddersfield.
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