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What is reading week?
If you’re a first-year student in the UK, you might have seen "Reading Week" on your academic calendar and wondered what it actually means. Is it a week off? Do…
4 min read·7 January 2026
How to manage revision and still enjoy the festive period
You’ve made it! At last, all of your classes and assignments are finished and you can go home for the Christmas holidays. But you’ve already been set exams and…
7 min read·20 December 2025
When is the best time to do a work placement?
Work placements are one of the best ways to gain real-world experience, build your CV, and figure out what kind of career suits you. But when’s the best time to…
4 min read·18 December 2025
What you need to take to your first university class (that no-one tells you)
Your first uni class is one of those moments that feels bigger than it probably is, you wake up early, overthink your outfit, triple-check your bag, and somehow…
5 min read·17 December 2025
What Scottish city should I study in?
Picking which Scottish city you want to study in can be difficult – after all, there are lots of lovely ones to choose from! Whilst this shouldn’t be the only…
7 min read·16 December 2025
Best winter activities to do with your flatmates
Winter is in full swing and with it comes a feeling of laziness and not wanting to do anything. Here are some fun winter activities to do with your flatmates to…
4 min read·12 December 2025