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The Best University Scholarships For Students And How To Apply
The best university scholarships in the UK and how to apply, including scholarships for international students and ethnic minorities.
Lydia Kah-Pavlou
Dec 10, 20245 min read


Graduate Interview Questions You Might Be Asked & Answers
Prep for your graduate interview using these common graduate interview questions. Interviews are not the most fun things in life, I won't lie. Why do you want to work here? IDK…money? Let's face it, that's the real reason for job hunting, but you can't just say that. Especially not in a graduate interview where you're hoping to kickstart a career post uni. Being confident in a job interview is attractive to prospective employers. While everyone gets nervous in interviews an
Lydia Kah-Pavlou
Dec 5, 202410 min read


Food Banks & Charities In The UK – Who Can Use Them & How
Everything you need to know about food banks and food charities in the UK and how to use them if you are in need of support.
Lydia Kah-Pavlou
Dec 4, 20248 min read


The Best Black Friday Dehumidifier Deals 2025: What To Expect From Black Friday 2025
Don't miss out on amazing Black Friday dehumidifier deals. Find the perfect unit to keep your home comfortable and dry at incredible prices.
Camila Karalyte
Nov 26, 20248 min read


Here's Exactly How Much Your Vice Chancellor Earned Over The Last Year
Wondering how much the vice chancellor of your uni is earning while you're struggling to pay rent? We've got a list of the top 21.
Lydia Kah-Pavlou
Nov 11, 20244 min read


How Much Is A Master's Degree & How Do Postgraduate Loans Work?
Find out what the options are for funding your master's degree in our guide to postgraduate loans and repayments in 2024.
Mikaela Bartlett
Nov 4, 20249 min read


How To Overcome Loneliness At University
At university and feeling lonely, or maybe homesick? We’ve got advice on how to cope with loneliness at university.
Christina Attrah
Oct 17, 20249 min read


Common Student Loan Scams & What To Do If You Have Been Scammed
Unsure if that SLC text is a student loan scam or not? We've got common scams and what to look out for, plus what to do if you're unlucky.
Camila Karalyte
Oct 11, 20245 min read


When And How To Revise Effectively For University Exams
Stressing about uni exams? We've got you. As much as university is all about fun and socialising, a large chunk is also made up of exams and revision. Which can be pretty stressful. University exams, just like GCSEs and A-Levels, take up a lot of concentration and hard work but there's nothing like that feeling of relief once they're done… especially if you know how to revise effectively. But there are so many ways to revise, it can be confusing to know when you need to start
Lydia Kah-Pavlou
Oct 3, 20247 min read


Best Drinking Games For Students
University rarely has a dull moment, but if you do find yourself in one, these are some of the best drinking games to play.
Camila Karalyte
Sep 25, 20247 min read


Student Housing 101: A Comprehensive Guide to Finding the Perfect Place to Live
Struggling to understand the world of student housing? Our guide offers you tips and advice on how to find the perfect place to live.
Camila Karalyte
Sep 17, 20249 min read


Transferring Universities Or Changing Courses? Here's What You Need To Know
Wondering how to transfer universities? You're not alone, and we're here to help whether you want to transfer to a different university or change your course.
Mikaela Bartlett
Sep 17, 202410 min read


How to Reference in an Essay: a Quick Guide to Referencing Books, Websites, Images, PDFs and More
Referencing doesn't need to be the bane of your life when you submit assignments. One of the biggest shifts in studying when you head to university is the importance of referencing when you write assignments. You're expected to show where you find the answers to your work, how you formed arguments and how you got to your conclusions. It's also a way of showing that you have read around the subject and appreciate the context rather than just offering your own opinion. But why
Mikaela Bartlett
Sep 16, 20247 min read


Do Long Distance Relationships Work? 68% of Students Think So
If you’re about to be separated from your partner when headed to uni, find out if long distance can work and tips for going the distance.
Lydia Kah-Pavlou
Sep 12, 20247 min read


What Is A Seminar, Lecture & Tutorial & What's The Difference?
If you’re heading to uni, here are the differences between lectures, seminars, tutorials and other types of study groups you'll have.
Evie Howarth
Sep 12, 20244 min read


16 Ways To Get Cheap & Free Textbooks In The UK
16 Ways To Get Cheap & Free Textbooks In The UK Have every book you need without blowing through your student loan. So, your student loan has hit your bank account and you’re trying to budget your money. One thing you may not have thought about on top of rent, bills and your weekly food shop is just how much your uni textbooks will likely cost. We’ll not beat around the bush, buying uni textbooks new will likely cost you a lot more than you can afford, unless you’re digging i
Evie Howarth
Sep 11, 20247 min read


10 Fun Alternatives To Alcohol & Drinking During Freshers' Week
Over 50% of students surveyed aren't drinking during Freshers'. week. So here's 10 fun alternatives to alcohol & drinking for you to try.
Lydia Kah-Pavlou
Sep 11, 20245 min read


The Cost Of A Gen Z Student Night Out
The Cost Of A Gen Z Student Night Out A recent Student Beans survey of over 1,000 16-18-year-olds found that 50% of students don't plan to drink during freshers' week and a further 70% would be open to a sober freshers' week. While we've seen a general drop off in students enjoying a tipple over recent years, this suggests that the next influx of students is cutting back even more than initially thought. Research from the Youth Trends 2023 report claimed that as many as 40%
Evie Howarth
Sep 11, 20247 min read


How To Deal With Academic Burnout & The Symptoms
Academic burnout at university is no joke. Irritated, exhausted, overwhelmed. Is this another day, or is it academic burnout? Academic burnout can make daily life at university hard to manage. You get out of bed, just to get straight back in. You hide your head under the covers and avoid everything from studying to brushing your teeth. The smallest task can seem unbearable when you're dealing with academic burnout. And this feeling can really ruin your university experience.
Christina Attrah
Sep 10, 20247 min read


Your Must-Have Uni Essentials Checklist
What should you take to uni? We've created this comprehensive student uni shopping list to make sure you don't forget anything important.
Evie Howarth
Sep 9, 20248 min read
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