Listen to this story Members can listen to an AI-generated audio version of this article. 1.0x Audio narration uses an AI-generated voice. 0:00 0:00 Become a member to listen to this article Subscribe The world of higher education has been changing rapidly. More students are now choosing to stay in their family homes throughout the course of their studies and to study locally. There are many different reasons for this. After all, higher education is no longer the exclusive preserve of 18 year olds looking to move away from home. Many students may not be able to afford the cost of campus accommodation. The cost-of-living crisis hasn’t made this any easier. They may be supporting family members as parents or carers. They may want to stay in their hometowns to sustain family relationships, friendships and social connections. They may find that staying and studying close to home supports their own wellbeing. Become a member for unlimited access to FE Week Our members enjoy early access to exclusive content and in-depth articles before anyone else. Get expert journalism on FE and skills, experience fewer ads, and unlock a growing range of member benefits. subscribe If you have an account, please login. Sign in