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Choices, choices...One way to ensure next year at Uni is as enjoyable as possible is by choosing the right course modules. It's the difference between spending your time bored and busy, and eating watermelon.
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- 4th May 2018
Birmingham's hidden escapes are the best places for students to forget the stress of exams, get out in the fresh air and recharge. Jo Patmore knows the best three places in the second city for students to unwind, away from the stress of the library.
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- 29th March 2018
At some point, your family and friends will want to see where you're studying at university. Sam Aird has created a guide to surviving these visits. But the big question is 'so what's all this stuff about bassoons'?
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- 23rd March 2018
Before you set off ready for a few weeks of relaxation, have you thought about what you'll need to sort out before leaving your student property empty over the break?
Endsleigh has put together their top tips to make sure your property is kept safe
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- 20th March 2018
Not every student house is the same. but we're pretty sure that all of them have these nine things. Yes, one of them is a massive collection of empty bottles. Laura Hainey knows eight more things you've definitely got, too.
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- 19th March 2018
Living with your friends is one of the best things about living off campus. But it can bring some challenges, as well. Everybody has their little quirks, but sometimes there’s some really basic things that mean you will drive each other mad. Bethan Evans has some simple do’s and don’ts to avoid all those petty arguments!
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by Nathan Colom - 9th March 2018
It's February. Winter has lasted for about 100 years and maybe living with a large group is beginning to lose its shine. Help dispel the tensions with some fun group activities that will take your minds off who isn't following the cleaning rota.
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- 15th February 2018
With Valentine’s Day only days away, what better time to talk about student heartbreak? How should you cope with your romantic life going into free fall at the same time as essay deadlines loom? Blogger Jo Patmore has some suggestions will ensure you’re strong enough to get that essay in on time.
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- 2nd February 2018
Everyone knows that January is the worst month. But it doesn't have to be. Especially for students, it can be a great time to be alive. Why's that you say? Laura Hainey explains how students can banish the January Blues.
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- 19th January 2018
Already abandoned your resolutions for 2018? There's no need to wait for 2019 to make some more. Bethan Evans has some ideas for small changes you can make to improve your life at university without breaking a sweat (or giving up boozy nights out).
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- 12th January 2018