Student life in the UK

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Student life in the UK

Finding your way around the student union, trying out new recipes with your housemates and getting used to UK study methods - all things you'll experience when you begin your life as a UK student!

Making friends while studying

Making friends is one of the most exciting parts of studying in the UK and there are plenty of ways you can meet new people.

— Read more about making friends

Exam tips and revision

Stay cool during exam time with these handy tips and suggestions.

— Read more about revision and exam tips

Living with your housemates

Communal living is fun, social and a great way to make memories for life - as long as you stick to a few easy rules!

— Read more about living with housemates

A variety of teaching methods

Find out what makes the UK's teaching methods some of the most innovative in the world.

— Read more about UK teaching methods

International students in the UK

If you choose to study in the UK, you'll be joining an international community of students from around the world.

— Read more about UK international students

Budget planning in the UK

Planning your budget for UK study? We’ve put together some tips to help you manage your money.

— Read more about budget planning

Settling in and finding support

From freshers' week fairs to guided campus walks, you'll be guaranteed a warm UK welcome! Find out more about how to settle in and begin your student experience.

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Discover your student union

UK student unions are some of the UK's most popular entertainment venues.
Freedom to question

UK teaching methods encourage discussion and debate.
International student groups

There are thousands of international societies and clubs across the UK.