Student blog
Insight and information from our student ambassadors
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
What is DSA and how can it help me?
Disabled Students Allowance, more commonly known as DSA, is a grant that the government provides which covers any extra study-related costs that any higher…
3 min read·8 July 2026
The best UK cities for graduates who do not want rent cost to take over their life
Graduating is exciting until you realise you now have to find a job, choose where to live and somehow pay rent at the same time. All of a sudden, “where should…
8 min read·2 July 2026
8 past and current World Cup footballers that went to university
Footballers are usually known for goals, trophies and big performances, but some have also managed to complete impressive qualifications alongside their…
4 min read·10 June 2026
Nottingham: student life
Nottingham has it all: endless places to see, things to do, and food to eat, balanced with abundant green spaces and beautiful nature spots. Choosing one single…
10 min read·6 April 2026