Mental Health & Making Friends
Meeting new people and making friends can be difficult at the best of times, but it’s important to consider the mental health of others and yourself when talking to new people.
University Household Essentials
Ikea’s uni essentials list is great for students moving into halls or flat sharing. It is helpful because you might not realise the things you need until you go into the kitchen drawer to get it and realise you don’t have it. You can get inventive and use a pair of tights instead of a […]
Keeping on Top of Coursework and Meeting Deadlines
You will have to complete coursework and meet deadlines as part of your course. As you will likely have more than one class, these deadlines can pile up quickly, and it’s easy to get overwhelmed. Here are some tips for keeping on top of coursework to help you get through your studies. Remember, you can […]
Meeting New People
It can be daunting to meet new people, especially in a new environment such as college or university. Save the Student is a website which offers advice on student life, and this article gives tips for meeting new people who are in the same position as you.
Changing Courses
After you’ve started a course you might realise it’s not the right one for you. This can be scary, but your college or university offers support to help. Your institution’s Student Services will talk you through everything you need to know. They might also be able to help resolve a problem that means you don’t […]
Student Radio Stations
Many colleges and universities have a student run radio station. Have a look and see if your institution does. It’s a great way to hear about events and societies relevant to you! If you’re interested in working in media or radio, working in the student radio station can be a great way to build your […]
Latest Scottish Universities News
This link will give you the most up to date news about and from Scottish Universities. It might give you some useful information about your University.
Student Discounts
As a student there are many, many discounts you can take advantaged of to make it more cost effective to buy things you need or take part in fun activities. UNiDAYS is an app that allows you to get student discount in a variety of shops and online sites. Also, most shops offer a student […]
Getting Involved as a Student
This link explores some of the different ways you can get involved at college or university, but it’s also a good idea to check your institutions website or student union to find out more.