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Sep 19, 2024

Tips to Help You Adapt to Living with a Roommate

Moving away from home for the first time can be both exciting and daunting. For many students, the transition to university life often comes with one of the most significant changes: living with a roommate.  Whether you’re staying in a shared dormitory or renting an apartment with others, this will likely be the first time […]

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Sep 17, 2024

The Benefits of Having an NUS Card

For students across the United Kingdom, balancing academic commitments with the cost of living can be a real challenge.  Whether it’s affording textbooks, groceries, or the occasional night out, budgeting is often a daily concern. Fortunately, the National Union of Students (NUS) offers a solution in the form of the NUS card – also known […]

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Sep 12, 2024

Welcoming International Students to the UK

Studying abroad is an exciting and life-changing experience, but it also comes with challenges. For international students arriving in the United Kingdom for the first time, adjusting to a new culture, academic environment, and social setting can be overwhelming.  As current students or fellow freshmen, it is important to extend a warm welcome and offer […]

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Sep 10, 2024

Making Sure Students Have Everything They Need, Ready for Starting University

Starting or returning to university is an exciting milestone in any student’s life.  For first-year students, it marks the beginning of an entirely new chapter filled with opportunities for learning, growth, and independence. For returning students, it’s another step forward in their academic journey.  However, whether you’re a fresh-faced newcomer or a seasoned student, one […]

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Sep 5, 2024

Freshers’ Week: What Students Can Expect and How to Navigate It

For many students, Freshers’ Week is the first taste of university life – a whirlwind of events, new faces, and the beginning of an exciting journey.  As you step into this new chapter, you might be wondering what exactly Freshers’ Week entails and how you can make the most of it.  This feature will guide […]

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Sep 3, 2024

Understanding World Suicide Prevention Day

Every year on September 10th, the world comes together to observe World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD), a day dedicated to raising awareness about suicide and promoting efforts to prevent it.  This global initiative is not just a symbolic gesture but a crucial movement aimed at reducing the stigma surrounding mental health and encouraging proactive steps […]

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Aug 29, 2024

What Makes a Great Student Accommodation Provider?

When students set off for university, choosing the right accommodation can be as important as selecting the right course.  The place where they spend their time outside of lectures will shape their university experience, influencing everything from academic success to social life.  But what makes a student accommodation provider truly great? What should students expect, […]

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Aug 27, 2024

What Are Some of the Upcoming Events for Students in September?

As the summer holidays draw to a close, students across the United Kingdom are preparing to head back to school, college, or university.  September marks the beginning of a new academic year, but it also brings a host of exciting events designed to inspire, educate, and entertain.  From university freshers’ fairs to career expos, and […]

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Aug 22, 2024

How Student Accommodations Are Supporting Virtual Education

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the landscape of higher education in the United Kingdom has undergone a dramatic transformation. One of the most significant changes has been the rapid adoption of virtual learning.  As universities and colleges pivoted to online platforms, student accommodations had to adapt swiftly to meet the needs of students […]

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Aug 20, 2024

Clearing: What you need to know.

Every year, more than 50,000 students secure their places at universities through Clearing. This process offers a second chance for students to find the correct university for them. But what exactly is Clearing, and how can it benefit you?  What is Clearing?  Clearing is the process in which universities fill any remaining spots they have […]

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