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Sep 16, 2026

How to Get Along With Your New Student Housemates

Moving into student accommodation is one of the biggest changes that comes with university life.  One minute you might be living at home with your family, and the next you are sharing a kitchen, bathroom and living space with people you only met a few days ago. For some students, housemates quickly become close friends. […]

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Sep 9, 2025

Stand Up To Cancer Day: Everything You Need to Know to Get Involved

Every September, people across the United Kingdom come together to recognise an important cause: Stand Up To Cancer Day.  Taking place this year on 12th September, the day is far more than just a date in the diary. It represents a movement that unites schools, universities, workplaces and communities in the fight against cancer.  Whether […]

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Sep 4, 2025

World Suicide Prevention Day: How to Raise Awareness and Support the Cause

Every year on 10th September, people across the globe pause to acknowledge World Suicide Prevention Day.  It is a moment dedicated not only to remembrance but also to action, encouraging conversations about a subject that is often avoided. Suicide affects millions of lives, leaving behind families, friends, and communities who are forever changed.  By giving […]

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Sep 3, 2025

The Real Cost of Cheap Rent: Why Paying Less Can Sometimes Cost You More

Finding student accommodation is a bit like shopping on a budget – you want something affordable, but you also want it to last the year without giving you headaches.  At first glance, cheap rent can feel like a win. Who wouldn’t want to pay less each month and have more money left over for food, […]

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Sep 2, 2025

Getting Around Leeds: Transport Tips for Students

Leeds is one of the UK’s most vibrant student cities, packed with buzzing nightlife, quirky independent cafés, and endless cultural spots to explore.  But before you can enjoy all that the city has to offer, you’ll need to figure out the best ways to get around. Whether you’re dashing to a lecture, heading into town […]

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Aug 28, 2025

World Sexual Health Day – Everything Students Need to Know

Every year on 4th September, people across the globe recognise World Sexual Health Day.  It’s a day designed to break the stigma around sexual health, promote healthy relationships, and encourage people of all ages – especially young people and students – to take ownership of their wellbeing.  But what does it actually mean, and why […]

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Aug 27, 2025

What Technological Upgrades to Expect in Student Accommodation: Enhancing the Living Experience

Student life is changing faster than ever before. Gone are the days when student halls meant cramped rooms with dodgy Wi-Fi and a kettle that everyone argued over.  Today’s generation is stepping into a world where technology is not only shaping how we study and socialise, but also how we live day-to-day in our accommodation. […]

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Aug 26, 2025

Getting Around Hull: Transport Tips for Students

Starting university in Hull is exciting. There’s a new city to explore, new friends to meet, and a fair few lecture halls to find your way to.  One of the first challenges students often face is figuring out how to get around without draining their entire student budget on travel. Thankfully, Hull is compact, student-friendly, […]

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Aug 21, 2025

Top Tips for Students: Things to Do on the Summer Bank Holiday

The Summer Bank Holiday is just around the corner – Monday 25th August – and for students, it’s a rare chance to enjoy an extra day of freedom before lectures, deadlines, and timetables take over again.  Whether you’re staying put in your uni town, heading home, or planning something a bit different, this is your […]

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Aug 20, 2025

Top Tips on How to Personalise Your Student Accommodation to Make It a Home

Moving into student accommodation is an exciting step in your university journey, but those plain white walls, basic furniture, and slightly clinical lighting can sometimes make it feel far from cosy.  For many students, it’s a shock to go from the familiarity of their own bedroom at home to a space that feels temporary and […]

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