Birmingham

Birmingham, England's largest city in the West Midlands region, is a major economic centre with some remarkable 18th century buildings that proudly mirror its vital historic role throughout the Industrial Revolution.

It is the 51st finest student city in the world, as well as the 64th most cheap. Birmingham is home to two of the world's most prestigious universities, the University of Birmingham (ranked joint 79th) and Aston University, with average international fees of roughly US$21,400 per year at each.

According to Numbeo, the overall cost of living index in Birmingham is over 22 percent cheaper than in London.