Uni student living at home 'wasn't ready' to move away
A third of students starting courses are living at home, the University of Gloucestershire says.
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"I know I'm better off financially compared to a lot of people living in halls."
— Ofelia Bines , Academic
"Studying from home was 'a bonus' and financially it worked 'out better to commute.'"
— Taylor Barker , Academic
"'Sad' people were having to make decisions based around the cost of living."
— Stewart Dove , Executive
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A third of students starting courses are living at home, the University of Gloucestershire says.
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