Of course, it’s best to have a clear budget to see you through the month. But if the bills are mounting, don’t miss out. Here are a few ideas for what to do when money is tight, but you still want to hang out with your mates. Join Meetup MeetUp is […]
How I Managed My Mental Health at University
If you’re like me and struggling with mental health, going to university may not seem like the best thing in the world. Having to meet new people, go to lectures and dedicate time to learning is more than just a little bit daunting, and it can be tempted to tell […]
How to Build Your Self-Confidence
Building your self-confidence can be difficult when you start university. You are finding your place in a new location with a new group of people. In times of change, self-confidence can drop, leaving us anxious and hesitant, fuelling our inner critic. However, there are ways to counteract this. Step Out […]
How to Reach Out For Mental Health Support
Beginning your new life as a university student is an incredibly exciting time. It allows you to meet new and interesting people, live independently – often for the first time – and you will undoubtedly have experiences that will stay with you for the rest of your life. However, university […]
How to Look After Your Mental Health During Revision
When it comes to exams, there’s a fine line between an apprehension that keeps you motivated, and suffering from the kind of all-encompassing stress that will negatively impact not only your revision but your general mental health. So how do you make sure you’re looking after yourself? Revision Strategies If […]
Packing for university: items you do and do not need
Now that you’ve secured your place at university it’s time to start thinking about the things you do and don’t need to take with you. While it is tempting to pack every single item of clothing you own, your games console and a mini fridge, some of those things just […]
The Best Place To Study For Maximum Productivity
We’re all different is so many ways… we like different foods… have different tastes in music and film… some people feel the cold more than others… The same comes to learning and studying. We all do it differently. It’s why different techniques for, say revision, work better for some than others. […]
Six Things I Learned About Life After University
You’ve spent the past three or so years working hard (and partying harder) and have finally got your degree. You’ve thrown your mortarboard in the air and said your goodbyes to the lecture halls, the student union bar, and the student flat you called home. You’ve just had the best […]
What Living in a Student House is Really Like
Fresh from spending a year in halls, moving into an actual house with your chosen friends can be quite a change. No longer in a big block of flats, the moment you step into your new house you feel like first year was a distant memory. It’s definitely different, so […]
20 student kitchen cupboard essentials
Once you’ve got these essentials in the cupboard, your meals will pretty much cook themselves (well, almost)! Nearly everything listed will keep for years, too. When you first arrive at uni, it can be really easy to get into the habit of continually reaching for the takeaway menu – especially if you’ve never really […]
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