Acting course in the UK

Hi I was wondering if there is anyone here who has gone to the UK and has studied acting? If so how did you do it/afford it? because all I can see is that they are all fill time (mon-fri 8:30 - 5pm). As living expenses are high in london it would be hard to study there and work and make ends meat paying for fees and living expenses. i was wanting to talk to someone who has done it because i am looking at doing it next year. does anyone know if there are any acting degrees that are offered part time or on evenings and weekends? thanks Tas