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10 Degrees with the lowest employment rates
With graduate unemployment rising faster and faster, it’s not surprising that many students now want to ensure they’re studying a degree which will actually get…
6 min read·27 July 2026
Can couples share student accommodation?
If you and your partner are both going to the same university, you might think living together is a great idea. After all, you’ll pay less rent, spend more time…
6 min read·27 July 2026
When can I move into first-year student accommodation?
By this point in the summer, you might know where you’re going to be staying, bought most of your stuff and be itching to move into your first-year…
7 min read·27 July 2026
What is a Guarantor Passport?
Finding somewhere to live as a student can be stressful enough without suddenly being told you need a guarantor. You might find a room you like, then start…
4 min read·27 July 2026
When should I pay my deposit and first month's rent?
You’ve almost done it! You’ve decided who you’re living with, found your dream flat and signed your tenancy agreement. The final thing you need to do? Pay your…
7 min read·21 July 2026
Is IQ the best way to measure intelligence?
Let’s face it – if you’re at university, you’re probably pretty brainy. But if you’ve ever wondered if your uni subject has one of the highest IQs, or whether…
4 min read·21 July 2026