Surviving Freshers’ Week

Freshers’ Week is one of the highlights of student life and whether you’re excited, nervous, or a mixture of both, you should make the most of a final week of freedom before university life really starts.

5 Ways to Deal with Homesickness

Dealing with homesickness is a totally normal part of moving away from home for the first time and going to university. Be kind to yourself and don’t feel as though you’re weak for missing home.

5 Ways to Make the Move Away from Home Easier

Going to university can be daunting, especially if this is the first time you’ve lived away from home, but you don’t need to worry. Everyone is going to be in the same boat as you and there’s nothing wrong with feeling a little home sick when you first move away.

10 Easy Ways You Can Save Money at University

Having your entire term’s student loan put into your account at once can be a little overwhelming, especially if you’re not used to having that kind of money at your disposal.

10 Interesting Things to Take to University

The list of things you need to take to university can seem never ending, and you’ll find yourself wondering whether you really need half the stuff you’re packing, but as well as the essential items it’s also worth chucking a few slightly more interesting things into you suitcases.

How to Beat Freshers’ Flu

No one likes to be ill, especially not at the start of your first term of university, but unfortunately this is the optimum time to catch the dreaded “Freshers’ Flu”.

Preparing for Exam Season

Exam season can be tough, especially when your results could decide whether or not you get into your dream university.

Top 5 Tips for Making the Most of Lectures and Seminars

Starting your first term at university can seem daunting and there will be a lot of information to take in. Lectures and seminars are your two biggest learning opportunities and make up the bulk of the contact time you’ll have at university. The rest of the time you’ll need to study independently to keep up with the required reading and research.

Undergraduate Accommodation – Finding your Best Option

University accommodation can be tricky, particularly if this is your first time away from home and you’re used to it being just you and your family.

Which Type of Accommodation is Right for You?

There are a number of options when it comes to accommodation for university students and some may suit you more than others.