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The top 10 cheapest UK cities for students in 2026
Choosing where to go to uni is obviously about the course, the campus and whether you can actually picture yourself living there. But there’s another important…
5 min read·22 October 2026
The top 10 most expensive UK cities for students in 2026
There are loads of things to think about when choosing where to go to university. The course. The nightlife. How far away you’ll be from home. Whether the local…
5 min read·22 October 2026
World Mental Health Day: learn how to take a break at uni
World Mental Health Day is 10 October and it’s a good reminder that your mental health deserves just as much attention as your deadlines, lectures and social…
7 min read·9 October 2026
Top 10 UK Universities for 2027 - The Times
The university rankings for 2027 are officially here, and there are a few surprises this year! The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2027 has…
4 min read·9 October 2026
Fresher’s Flu cures: tried and tested by students
With Freshers under way across the country, many students are partying like there’s no tomorrow. But with all the fun of Welcome Week also comes those dreaded…
7 min read·7 October 2026
Has the mindset about Freshers' Week changed since the early 2000's?
Freshers' Week – perhaps infamously anticipated by many new students as likely to be the party-est, most social week of their entire lives. But in recent years…
6 min read·7 October 2026
Meningitis: What you need to know
With all the excitement of Fresher’s week, moving to uni and meeting new people, the last thing you’re likely to worry about is catching meningitis…
6 min read·7 October 2026
Which UK universities would the Gilmore Girls and their friends have attended?
If the residents of Stars Hollow traded Luke’s coffee shop for a UK university campus, where would they end up? In the hit television series Gilmore Girls, not…
8 min read·1 October 2026
Top UK universities of 2026
The UK hosts thousands of universities, all of great quality. While rankings do not mean everything, they are a good way to understand universities with regard…
3 min read·1 October 2026
Money saving tips for the average student
There’s no doubt about it – the cost of going to university is continuing to rise. Indeed, a recent study by Save the Student found that the average monthly…
9 min read·1 October 2026
UK's 10 Universities with the Highest Dropout Rates
University is an exciting experience. Stepping into a new environment, meeting new people, and studying what you love can be wonderful. However, it is also…
4 min read·1 October 2026
Is it better to find a property with bills included?
A bills-included property is one that covers the cost of utilities, such as energy, gas, and water, in your rent. A property without this option requires you to…
4 min read·1 October 2026
How to allocate rooms between housemates
Moving into your university house is one of the most exciting times of the year, but it can also be that dreaded time of the year… you’re all moving into your…
4 min read·1 October 2026
The best student bank accounts
Picking a student bank account is a really important decision. Your bank may offer a great overdraft, free cash, or other perks, so it’s important to make an…
3 min read·30 September 2026
What support is available for students with disabilities?
Going into university as a disabled student can be a nerve-wracking experience. However, it is important to know that there is always support available for you…
4 min read·28 September 2026
What is Uni Kit Out?
Predicting what you need to pack when moving to uni can be really difficult. From more obvious items such as bedding and clothing, to more forgettable ones…
6 min read·9 September 2026
Top 10 best nightclubs in the UK
For many students, nights out are a huge part of their university experience. Whether you’re a fresher excited for this or a uni student excited for their next…
3 min read·8 September 2026
The UK's 10 Worst Nightclubs
There are good nightclubs: There are bad nightclubs... And then there are the clubs that are ever so questionable but somehow give you one of the funniest…
7 min read·8 September 2026