Garry Nelson's teacher
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I went to Essex U from 1973-76. I was on a full grant (about £400-£500 per year) and lived in the 'halls' but self catering. At the end of the first term I still had £50 left in my bank account; I couldn't believe my luck. Beer was about 12p per pint and I didn't eat much. Also I'd better not disclose how I sourced my textbooks. (You could also claim unemployment benefit in the holidays, I recall.)