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How to Make Money as a UK Student

Lochlain Lacy

Don't just scrape by – thrive. As a student you might have gotten used to living on a shoestring budget, but you don't have to.


Read on and uncover our ultimate strategies to stack cash while you study in the UK.

From clever side hustles to online ingenuity, this is how to make money as a UK student.

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8 Ideas of How to Make Money as a UK Student

1. Sell Your Stuff

Here's a simple one to kick us off. It's never been easier to make money selling your stuff online. Collect up any items you don't want anymore (clothes, electronics, etc.) and list them for sale, with high-quality photos, on a marketplace like Depop or Ebay.

Screenshot of Depop app
Depop Marketplace

2. Become an Online Tutor

As a uni student you've probably just finished school recently and will have everything you learned fresh in your mind. Becoming an online tutor is a simple and easy way to make money as you can work entirely online.

It's easy to get started, just head over to a site like Tutorful or MyTutor and start making money!


3. Work Part-time at a Bar/Restaurant

Maybe this doesn't seem as quick or easy as just making money online, but you can't deny it works. There's an endless number of places hiring students in these roles. Ask at bars, look out for job adverts or even take a look on a site like Indeed.

Image of a young man working in a bar

4. Freelancing

Have you got any skills that people will pay you for? Maybe you know how to code or you're handy with graphic design. Whatever your skill is, monetise it! Check out a site like Fiverr and list your service.

This is also a great way to show future employers that you take initiative.

Woman working from home on her computer


5. Save Money Wherever Possible

The easiest way to make money is to save money!

If you're tight for cash, cut expenses wherever possible. Avoid eating out, have pre drinks, and most importantly: ALWAYS USE A STUDENT DISCOUNT.

Sign up to UniHub to save money on big brands, small businesses & local events.


6. Food Delivery

It's never been easier to make some quick money with food delivery.

Just download an app like Deliveroo or Uber Eats and get signed up. There's tons of quests and bonuses for new delivery people too.

If you need a bike for your deliveries, I reccomend checking out Facebook Marketplace. You might even score one for free!

Woman working as a food delivery cyclist

7. Refer a Friend Schemes

Pretty much annoying your mates for money!

For example, if your friend signs up to Monzo Bank via your affiliate link, you recieve a £5 cash bonus. And you can do as many as 10 referrals.

Check out r/beermoneyuk for a load more ideas like this.


8. Work at your Uni

Getting a job on campus is a great option. Sign up to tour prospective students around your university or maybe work at the university Christmas ball.



Thanks for checking out this post, save money on literally anything with UniHub (please).


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