University Halls: 10 Things You’ll Only Learn After Moving In

The prospect of living independently for the first time, with new people of similar ages and interests, can be exciting and scary – especially if you’ve never been away from home for long. However, reading this article will give you an insider’s views on what life is like living in university halls – things you […]
Student Survival Guide: Electricity & Gas Bills

Moving into off-campus housing as a student means dealing with energy bills. Here’s what you need to know, from how to cut costs to switching gas and electricity suppliers.
Checklist for Moving In to Student Accommodation

Ranging from admin tasks to practical things, check out this 12 step checklist for moving into student accommodation! This will help you start off right!
Tips for Resolving Issues with Flatmates

The University of Sussex website has some great tips to help you resolve conflicts and issues with your flatmates (these don’t just apply to Sussex uni students)!
Tips for Getting on With New Flatmates

Click the link below for some tips on how to get along with your new flatmates!
Tips to Deal With Homesickness

No matter how excited you are to start university, it’s natural to feel a bit homesick sometimes. Click the link below to some great tips on what to do when you’re missing home.
Explore Your Scottish University Town

Moving away to university? Check out our brief guide to Scotland’s top university cities.
How to Deal With Bullying Behaviour

Bullying is never acceptable. We won’t always like or agree with everyone we meet, but we have to respect each other – and that can be as simple as leaving someone to get on with their life while you get on with yours.
How to Make Friends When Working or Studying Abroad

When people study abroad, they often make friends through their course, accommodation or campus. But what happens when you don’t have classmates or flatmates? YoungScot asked some ex-English Language Assistants for their tips on making friends while working abroad.
Ayrshire College Coronavirus Information

Although the buildings may be closed, the College is still open and they are offering advice and guidance to our students via electronic means. College staff are working remotely to continue to support learning wherever possible. If you have any queries, check out the link below or you can contact your lecturer by email.