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It's bloody fantastic being a student - money off stuff, just because, random jobs, great friends. Ben Wheatley suggests 10 reasons it's ace to be at university. though none of them are 'master a subject to your fullest potential' :)
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- 7th April 2017
Can procrastination make you more productive? This student guide to not wasting time by wasting time will help your downtime be more constructive.
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- 27th March 2017
Being a student in Birmingham is ace. Our blogger Sophie Hack thinks she's found the definitive list of why Birmingham is such a great student city.
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by Nathan Colom - 21st March 2017
What better way to relax and unwind than with a spa treatments. These treatments are great, which is often reflected in their price tag. Unwind, relax and save yourself a fortune with these simple budget alternatives,
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- 13th March 2017
Pancake day! Yay! But that means it's Lent - 40 days of abstinence. Boo! Sophie Hack has five suggestions of things we could all maybe give up for Lent that means you feel like you're achieving something good, without having to ditch chocolate, wine and Jaegerbombs.
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- 28th February 2017
Sophie Hack has put together 5 mouth-watering student recipes that are budget-friendly, easy to cook (even for tjhose among us who are better acquainted with a pizza menu than a chopping board) and most importantly delicious.
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- 10th February 2017
Student work experience can be a rewarding way to learn new skills and discover the world of work, as well as add some valuable experience to your CV. In her second blog about building your experience, beyond lecturers, Sophie Hack discusses 10 ways to win at work experience.
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- 18th January 2017
Whether you're looking for a work experience placement or are putting your foot on the first rung of the career ladder, you'll need a kick-ass CV. These top 10 CV tips for students will help you put the polish on your skills and experience.
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- 9th January 2017
When you move your student accommodation to live off campus, it's more than just a set of keys and bus timetable that you'll pick up. Birmingham City University student and guest blogger Ben Wheatley discusses five things you learn to master when you live off campus.
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by Nathan Colom - 9th January 2017
Decorating your student accommodation for Christmas doesn't have to mean a bit of boring tinsel and a dancing Santa. These 8 creative ideas from Sophie Hack are quirky, fun and easy to do. It's time to get Christmas creative!
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- 9th December 2016