For your studies
We’ve tailored everything you need for your studies – from on-campus IT and equipment hire to printing credit.
- Free Wi-Fi – across all campuses. Just select ntu-wifi and enter your NTU ID and password.
- Free copy of Microsoft Office 365 – with email, storage and IT support automatically available when you enrol.
- Laptop loan scheme – if you need one for your studies, borrow from any of our campus libraries from between 4–24 hours.
- Printing credit – £20 loaded on your student card each academic year for use on NTU printers or professional print services.
- Free access to LinkedIn Learning – build your professional skills with expert-led online courses.
- Discounted Adobe software – easily purchased from the NTU Online store.
- Access to specialist software and programmes – on and off campus.
For your course
It's the little extras that count. We've included perks like mentoring and representation to support your experience.
- Year One mentoring – pair up with a student from your course.
- Academic course reps – get advice and support from fellow students.
- Professional body accreditation – free for specific courses‡.
‡ See course pages for full details and exclusions.
For life outside lectures
Whether it's cultural experiences, clubs, or societies, we’ve got something for everyone.
- 60+ sports clubs – discounted memberships, offers and events through NTU Sport.
- 110+ societies† – from Bollywood to gaming, and everything else in-between through Nottingham Trent Students’ Union (NTSU).
- Priority sports booking – access to university gyms, courts, and discounted swimming at the University of Nottingham.
- Exciting events – club nights, live gigs, wellbeing sessions, clothing fairs, pop-up shops, quizzes and comedy nights. We cover it all on our student events page and current students can follow our NTU student life WhatsApp channel.
- Cultural partnerships – projects and opportunities at Nottingham Castle Trust, Nottingham Contemporary gallery, Nottingham Playhouse, and Nottingham UNESCO City of Literature.
- NTU Arts free VIP membership - access to the latest ticket offers and announcements for creative events on and off campus.
- Global Lounges – open to all students and staff, our Global Lounges offer a welcoming space to explore cultures, connect globally, and discover international and study abroad opportunities.
- Free language-learning – from beginner to advanced level*.
- Unlock student discount –TOTUM, powered by NUS extra, helps by giving you access to loads of great student discounts and offers on a huge variety of online and in-store national brands.
† Additional charges may be incurred for trips and events.
* A deposit is required to register and is refunded on successful completion.
For your future career
As one of the UK’s most employment-focused universities, we offer a wealth of free services and support to prepare you for the job market.
- Careers advice – expert advice on CVs, job applications and interviews.
- Career events – workshops, employer networking, and careers fairs.
- NTU job platform – find part-time jobs, placements, and graduate roles.
- Student ambassador scheme – paid opportunities to represent NTU at events.
- Enterprise support – free guidance and funding for aspiring entrepreneurs.
- Professional Student Wardrobe – access to free professional clothing for recruitment activities and career events.
- Higher Education Achievement Report (HEAR) – an official record of your academic and extracurricular achievements*.
* Full-time undergraduate students only.
For life after graduation
We offer NTU graduates exclusive benefits and discounts to support you as you take your next steps.
- 3 years free career support – access expert advice and job opportunities, plus lifelong access to online tools and careers fairs.
- Alumni benefits – including networking events, free library access, and exclusive discounts.
- 20% discount on postgraduate study – if you decide to continue your education at NTU §.
§ Terms and conditions apply.
Our Employability Promise
We guarantee you up to three years of post-study support, and a paid internship* if you’re not employed or in further study 12 months after graduating.
*Conditions apply
Your finances
Cost of living in Nottingham
Nottingham is based in the Midlands, which is the most affordable region to live as a student in England (National Student Money Survey 2024) – find out how smart budgeting can help you make the most of student life.
Tuition fees and student loans
What will your tuition fees cost at NTU, and how will you pay them? Find out everything you need to know about undergraduate fees and student loans.
Bursaries and scholarships
Find out what extra help you may be able to get to help you pay for uni, including NTU bursaries, scholarships, and hardship funds.
Scholarships for international students
Highly prestigious, competitive awards for new international students starting with us in September and January.