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How To Study With ADHD As A University Student
Going to uni but worried about navigating it with ADHD? We've got the tips for studying with ADHD from students who have ADHD themselves.
Camila Karalyte
Jan 23, 20249 min read


We Need To Do Something About Stalking & Harassment At Uni
51% of students accused of stalking are allowed to continue their studies at university and it's time we spoke about it.
Lydia Kah-Pavlou
Jan 18, 20243 min read


Want To Live Your Dream Life After Graduation? These Degrees Produce The Happiest Grads
If your course is on this list your future looks bright. Alright, so last week we let you know which uni degrees produce the most miserable grads and naturally you wanted to know which degrees actually produce happy graduates. Of course, as nice as it would be to just pick any course, mess around for a bit, have fun for 3 years and waltz into the real world to secure a high-paying job it's not actually that easy. Fortunately, for a few courses, it is actually much easier to
Lydia Kah-Pavlou
Dec 13, 20232 min read


University Jargon Buster
Confused face caused by university lingo? Don't worry, we've put together a handy university jargon buster to help you swot up on the vocab.
Camila Karalyte
Dec 5, 202311 min read


How To Get More Fresh Air During Winter & Enjoy The Outdoors
Motivate yourself to get outdoors and enjoy some fresh air this winter by trying some of these new activities.
Lydia Kah-Pavlou
Nov 29, 20234 min read


Here Are 6 Ways You Can Easily Elevate Your Side Hustle Or Small Business
Easy and affordable ways to elevate your small business or side-hustle this year to take you to the next level.
Lydia Kah-Pavlou
Nov 2, 20234 min read


The Top 10 Most Haunted UK Universities This Halloween
New data has revealed the most haunted and spookiest UK university campuses just in time for Halloween 2023.
Lydia Kah-Pavlou
Oct 30, 20231 min read


The 17 Universities Where You're Most Likely To Catch Freshers' Flu This Year
If you haven't caught freshers' flu yet, here are the universities where you're most likely to catch it before the end of term.
Lydia Kah-Pavlou
Oct 25, 20231 min read


Try These 5 Things To Help With Colder Darker Days
As winter creeps up on us here are our best tips on how to find motivation when it starts getting colder and darker outside.
Lydia Kah-Pavlou
Oct 12, 20234 min read


Freshers Is SO Overrated — Here's What To Do If You've Not Made Friends Yet & Are Feeling Lonely
New government research has shown that 43% of students worry their friends would judge them for feeling lonely. Freshers week has started and thousands of students have moved into their new halls for the year. However, while some people might be loving all aspects of uni life, there are many students who might not be feeling the same. Over the last few weeks, the r/UniUK subreddit has been flooded with posts from first year students talking about loneliness and the struggles
Lydia Kah-Pavlou
Sep 27, 20235 min read


Scam Texts From Student Finance Are Going Around — Here's What To Look Out For
The government has warned students of a new scam going around this freshers. Scammers are getting advanced these days. While it might be easy to say you'd never fall for a scam, the scams are getting more and more elaborate with scammers targeting specific or vulnerable groups in ways they know will catch their attention. With this, the start of a new uni term is the perfect time for these scammers to try and get their hands on some of your student loans by posing as student
Lydia Kah-Pavlou
Sep 26, 20232 min read


Here's What UK Unis Are Doing To Help With The Cost Of Living Crisis
Here's what your university is doing to help students during the cost of living crisis, from extra funding to free food.
Lydia Kah-Pavlou
Sep 19, 20236 min read


5 Things To Make Sure You're Popular With Your New Uni Mates
Get ready for freshers with these 5 things that will help make you popular with your new mates and all the student discounts you need to use.
Lydia Kah-Pavlou
Sep 13, 20234 min read


Top 5 Struggles For First-Year Uni Students & How To Solve Them
Worried about starting uni? We've got it covered. Starting uni for the first time can be really nerve-wracking and you're not alone if you're already feeling a bit on edge. Luckily, most of your initial fears will probably disappear once you've settled in, however, if you're feeling a bit apprehensive we've identified the top struggles that first-year students often have and how you can easily solve them. Uni is the first time you'll most likely be living away from home and d
Lydia Kah-Pavlou
Sep 4, 20236 min read


5 Unexpected Things You'll Need For Your First Week Of Uni
Make sure you're prepared for everything the start of uni will throw at you! If you're starting uni this September you're probably already thinking about what you'll need to pack. Luckily, we're making it easy for you and helping you out with some of the things you might not think about needing during your first week, but you definitely will. If you're worried about your first week of uni, here's everything you might need to think about to help you have the best freshers' wee
Lydia Kah-Pavlou
Aug 30, 20234 min read


Laws Your Landlord Could Be Breaking That You Might Not Know About
Here are the facts you need to know about renting as a student and laws that your landlord or letting agent could be knowingly breaking.
Lydia Kah-Pavlou
Aug 9, 20237 min read


What Is Futureproof? Everything You Need To Know
We're here to help you feel empowered and confident with your working life after university. Here at Student Beans, we're all about helping students to save, strive, and thrive. And we care about your future after university, too. That's why we're launching a brand new initiative – Futureproof – to help you guys thrive no matter your background or situation. Futureproof aims to develop the confidence of students and help them to find work they love — which is something many
Camila Karalyte
Jul 26, 20233 min read


The Prime Minister Is Officially Getting Rid Of "Low Value" Degrees — These Degrees Could Be Slashed
Rishi Sunak is planning to cap the number of students taking "low value" degrees and here are the courses which could be impacted.
Lydia Kah-Pavlou
Jul 19, 20232 min read


Exactly What To Do If You Don't Know What To Do After Uni
Not sure what's next after uni? We've got it covered! Finishing uni is equally an exciting but scary time. While some people might have had their career set out before they even applied for uni, you're not alone if you're feeling a bit lost or aren't sure what's next for you. Luckily, here at Student Beans, we want to help you throughout uni and beyond and we've got the best advice to help you navigate life after graduation. So, if you're unsure what's next, here's what to do
Lydia Kah-Pavlou
Jul 19, 20234 min read


"It's completely ruined my excitement to start university" — Why The Student Housing Crisis Could Be Even Worse This Year
Reports suggest that Unite Properties are already 98% full ahead of the new student year. The cost of living crisis has impacted students in a lot of ways, but one of the most noticeable is the impact on student housing. The steadily rising rent prices across the UK has made student housing 10 times more competitive, and more and more students are struggling to secure somewhere to live. Our housing insecurity report revealed that 31% of students admitted to facing housing in
Lydia Kah-Pavlou
Jul 19, 20234 min read
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