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How to find the right student accommodation for you

This is it. Life is good. You’re going to uni. Is it going to be the party paradise of on-campus halls, or a flat-share right in the middle of town? Maybe the cost of rent will decide, what supports on hand, or whether there’s a bus stop nearby. There’s lots to consider, so let’s break it down and make the decision easier.
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Five questions to ask in a COVID world

When looking for student digs, it’s important you make sure you have everything covered — including how to keep yourself safe, and what the accommodation provider has in place to help you. Here are five questions you should ask when researching your accommodation options in a COVID world.
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Five activities for meeting new people at uni

Something students think about a lot when they move to uni is making new friends. Having a few activities in mind can give you a good head start.
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Is student accommodation first come first serve?

Universities and colleges usually have a wide range of accommodation options. In most cases it’s worth applying for a place to live as soon as you can. There’s a lot on offer – and most students are able to live in one of their preferred kinds of accommodation.
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What is included in student accommodation?

Before move-in day, you’ll want to pick up some household supplies so you don’t need to go shopping on day 1. Your accommodation will have a range of amenities though – make sure you check what’s already there so you don’t end up with three toasters or paying too many bills.
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Renting - ten things you need to know

Signing up to any contract — even if it’s for student accommodation — can feel like venturing into a dragon’s den, especially if it’s the first time you’ve done it. But, once you’re armed with some key bits of knowledge, you’re all set to start searching out a great place to stay and study. Here are our ten things you need to know when renting your student accommodation.
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Tips to achieve the perfect house share

Lots of students think about how to make friends at uni and what it’ll be like to share a flat or a house with people you’ve just met. Once you get started you’ll settle in and probably get on quite naturally, but it’s not a bad idea to have a few ideas in mind.
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Tips for cleaning your student accommodation

Whether you’re thinking ‘how can I make my room look nice?’ or you’re worried about living somewhere messy or unclean – here are some tips for making student cleaning easy.
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Student accommodation: Your rights

When it comes to the place you live at university or college, there are minimum student accommodation standards to make sure you’re living somewhere suitable.
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Good AND cheap nutrition to stay healthy at uni

Sure, some students eat chicken nuggets, chicken nuggets and chicken nuggets, but their health, fitness and concentration levels probably don’t thank them for it. If you’re wondering how you can eat well on a budget, here are some ideas.