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Last updated: 18 April 2025
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Uni Prep
Starting university is an exciting yet daunting experience, and being prepared makes all the difference. In this section, you’ll find everything you need to get ready for student life, from choosing the right degree to packing essentials and settling into your new routine. Whether you’re researching universities or looking for budgeting tips, we’ve got you covered.
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- Benefits of living at home during university
- Best art universities in the UK
- Best cities for UK students
- Best clubbing cities for students
- Best online universities in the UK
- Best UK universities for film production
- Best universities for biology in the UK
- Best universities for criminology in the UK
- Best universities for disabled and neurodiverse students
- Best universities for economics in the UK
- Best universities for English literature in the UK
- Best universities for gender equality
- Best universities for politics in the UK
- Best universities for psychology in the UK
- Biggest universities in the UK
- Booziest universities in the UK
- Best plants for university rooms
- Best university freshers’ weeks revealed
- Can I get a student loan for a second degree?
- Can you get student finance without living with parents?
- Can you get student finance twice in the UK?
- Can you get your student loan early?
- Cheap ways to decorate student accommodation
D–E
- Day in the life of an English literature student
- Degree apprenticeships vs. university degrees
- Degrees with the highest male student percentage
- Degrees with the highest starting salaries
- Differences between anthropology, social anthropology, and sociology
- Does university choice matter for your career?
- Do you get a maintenance loan for a foundation year?
- Do you get a student loan if living at home?
- Easiest degrees to study in the UK
- Easiest UK universities to get into
- Essential fresher tips for starting university
- Everything you need to know about Oxford University
- Everything you need to know about maintenance loans
- Everything you need to know about student finance
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H–I
- Halal student loans guide for UK students
- Hardest UK universities to get into
- How your degree reflects your personality
- How to make the most of university open days
- How to choose a university course
- Is Anglia Ruskin University good?
- Is Bangor University good?
- Is Brighton University good?
- Is Bristol University good?
- Is Brunel University good?
- Is Durham University good?
- Is London expensive for students?
- Is London or Manchester better for students?
- Is Oxford Brookes a good university?
- Is Royal Holloway a good university?
- Is SOAS a good university?
- Is the University of Edinburgh good?
- Is the University of Exeter good?
- Is the University of Nottingham good?
- Is the University of Salford good?
- Is University College London good?
- Is it worth getting a freshers’ wristband?
- Is it worth doing a non-vocational degree?
- Is it worth doing a film production degree?
- Is PPE (Philosophy, Politics, Economics) a good degree?
- Is this the right university for you?
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L–M
- Laptops vs. iPads for university studies
- Least attractive student universities
- Least diverse UK universities
- Mature student grants explained
- Most desirable universities for graduate employers
- Most environmentally friendly UK universities
- Most expensive UK cities for students
- Most festive UK universities
- Most useful university degrees in the UK
- Most useless university degrees revealed
- Most embarrassing freshers’ week stories
R–S
- Ranking the Russell Group universities
- Red brick universities in the UK explained
- Reference request for UCAS application
- Safest places to live and study in the UK
- Safest universities to apply to in the UK
- Sexiest UK accents ranked
- Smallest universities in the UK
- Student insurance guide for freshers
- Student finance household income thresholds explained
- Student loan eligibility in the UK explained
T–U
- Highest-paying jobs with an English literature degree
- Lowest-paying degrees in the UK revealed
- Things to consider when choosing a degree subject
- Things to consider when picking a university course
- Top female-dominated degrees in the UK
- Top 10 most stressful UK universities
- Top film schools in London
- Top film universities in the UK
- Top non-Russell Group universities ranked
- Top UK universities for Harry Potter fans
- Top UK universities for nature lovers
- Top UK universities for fine art studies
- Top UK universities for economics
- Top UK university cities for affordability
- Top UK universities with safety concerns
- Top UK university campuses for beauty
- Top UK universities for student happiness
- Top UK universities with most female students
- Ultimate alternative university league table
- UK universities awarding the most first-class degrees
- University of Brighton vs. Sussex comparison
- UK universities with the biggest gender gap
- Top UK architecture universities
- Top UK universities producing millionaires
- UK universities with the best student life
- Universities with the most attractive students
- Universities with the best nightlife for students
- Universities with the highest dropout rates
- University of Nottingham vs. Nottingham Trent
- University clearing guide for students
- University open days guide for applicants
- University stationery essentials for freshers
V–Z
- Weirdest university degrees in the UK
- What can I do with a chemical engineering degree?
- What can I do with a modern languages degree?
- What can I do with a sociology degree?
- What can you do with a journalism degree?
- What can you do with a philosophy degree?
- What can you do with a psychology degree?
- What degree is best for introverts?
- What is the difference between Teach First and PGCE?
- What to study based on your star sign
- What happens at freshers’ week?
- What is the best university experience?
- What is university life really like?
- What’s the difference between a lecture and a seminar?
- What are the pros and cons of online universities?
- What’s the difference between Scottish and English universities?
- What grades do you need for university?
- What is UCAS Extra?
- What to do when you arrive at university
- What to do if you fail your A-levels
- What to do if you get no university offers
- What to do if you make a student finance mistake
- What is a university bursary and how does it work?
- Why I opted out of freshers’ week
- Why you should study English literature
- When to start looking for universities
- When to apply for university
- When does student finance get paid?
- When does your student loan get written off?
- When is the first student finance payment?
- Worst freshers’ weeks at UK universities
- Worst UK universities for law degrees
Student life
University is more than just lectures and exams—it’s about making the most of your student experience. This section covers everything from social events and student nights to mental health and staying active. Discover tips on balancing studies with fun, finding new hobbies, and making the most of student discounts.
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- Best and worst first date questions
- Best apps to find friends at university
- Best bill-splitting apps for students
- Best alcohol delivery services for students
- Best April Fools’ uni pranks
- Best beach party destinations in Europe
- Best clubbing holidays for students
- Best European music festivals
- Best fancy dress ideas for uni parties
- Best gap year destinations for students
- Best gifts for university students
- Best group fancy dress ideas
- Best indoor mini golf in the UK
- Best books to read at university
- Best naturist swimming spots in the UK
- Best online outlet stores for student savings
- Best Scrabble jokes for students
- Best small festivals in the UK
- Best student recipes for university
- Best types of bags for dancing
- Best UK metal festivals
- Best UK student nights ranked
- Best wild swimming spots in the UK
- Biggest music festivals in the world
- Boris Johnson’s love life explored
- British icons fancy dress ideas
- British royal family net worths
- Calippo Shots flavours guide
- Can students get free therapy?
- Can you get tested for ADHD at university?
- Can you take a mental health break from uni?
- Celebrity Gogglebox rich list
- Cheap city breaks in Europe for students
- Chloe Sims’ net worth revealed
- Cities where students borrow most from parents
- Common degrees of the rich and famous
- Contraception advice from students
D–E
- Dani Dyer’s net worth revealed
- Dealing with a breakup during exams
- Do I need gap year travel insurance?
- Do students pay tax at university?
- Do uni students pay for the dentist?
- Do university students pay for prescriptions?
- Dragon’s Den richest dragon revealed
- Dragons’ Den rich list revealed
- Dragons’ Den Steven Bartlett’s girlfriend revealed
- Easy and cheap student meals for uni
- Easy hangover cures for students
- English-speaking universities in Europe
- Everything you need to know about Tommy Mallet
F–G
H–I
- Hangxiety guide for students
- Harry Styles’ net worth revealed
- Hardcore eating challenges in the UK
- How to deal with awkward housemate scenarios
- How to deal with messy housemates
- How to cope with homesickness at university
- How to adapt to a new culture abroad
- How to change doctors at university
- How to come out as transgender at uni
- How to drop out of university
- How to get a student railcard
- How to improve your language skills abroad
- How to make friends outside student halls
- How to meet someone without dating apps
- How to prepare for a year abroad
- How to save money on laundry at uni
- How to split utility bills with housemates
- How to stop housemates stealing your food
- How to style outfits for different boob shapes
- How to survive a long-distance relationship
- How to survive Dry January at university
- Hugo Taylor’s net worth revealed
- How to join a university society
- How to start a university society
- Is Odeon Limitless worth it for students?
- Is it normal not to make friends at uni?
- Is it normal to feel isolated at university?
- Is it worth dating at university?
- Is it worth doing a year abroad?
- Joe Wicks’ net worth revealed
J–K
L–M
- Made in Chelsea: Then and now
- Maintaining a healthy routine at university
- Married at First Sight Australia’s wealthiest stars
- Megan McKenna’s net worth revealed
- Millie Mackintosh’s net worth revealed
- Milo Arthur and Cassia Peaches Johnson insights
- Molly-Mae’s net worth revealed
- Molly Rainford’s net worth revealed
- Most paid UK influencers revealed
- Movies filmed on UK university campuses
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P–Q
R–S
- Richest UK reality TV couples ranked
- Richest X Factor stars ranked
- Richard Madden’s net worth revealed
- Richest Love Island stars revealed
- Richest Made in Chelsea cast members
- Roadman slang and meanings explained
- Self-care tips for university students
- Selling Sunset cast net worths
- Songs turning 10 and 25 in 2025
- Steven Bartlett’s net worth revealed
T–U
- Top 10 cheap party drinks for uni
- Top cities in Europe to study abroad
- Top festival hacks for alcohol smuggling
- Top places in Croatia for beaches and nightlife
- Top tips for settling in on a year abroad
- Top 20 girls’ holiday destinations
- Top places to shop for big boobs
- Top music artists for Gen Z vs. Millennials
- Top Perfect Match cast net worths
- Top UK cities for being single
- Top 80s fancy dress outfit ideas
- Top uni Halloween costume ideas
- Top ways to get cheap university books
- Top Tinder openers for guys
- Top STIs at UK universities revealed
- TOWIE cast jobs revealed
- TOWIE richest stars revealed
- UK’s richest reality TV stars revealed
- What people say about your university
- Things you’ll find in every student house
- Tia Lineker’s net worth revealed
- Tips to tell flatmates to be quiet
- Tommy Mallet’s net worth revealed
- Top Boy cast net worths revealed
- Trainers inspired by UK universities
- Types of housemates: Which are you?
- Types of people in every group chat
- Unusual and fun festivals abroad
- University stereotypes: What yours says about you
V–Z
- Wayne Lineker’s net worth revealed
- What are the allegations against Brendon Urie?
- What are the Made in Chelsea cast jobs?
- What happened between Sam and Ines on MAFS Australia?
- What causes student anxiety?
- What is commercial dance?
- What is ghost blinking on TikTok?
- What is Lucky Crush and how to use it?
- What is the Grimace Shake?
- What does academic anxiety look like?
- What is Galentine’s Day?
- What are the Ring of Fire drinking game rules?
- What to do if you feel lonely at university
- What to do if you don’t like your flatmates
- What to wear to a club as a student
- What to do in your first week studying abroad
- What to expect returning from a year abroad
- Where are the MAFS UK cast now?
- Which Christmas movie suits your star sign?
- Who is Tom Zanetti and his net worth?
- Who’s the richest Fury family member?
- Why students are becoming sober curious
- Your hot girl summer checklist
- Zara McDermott’s net worth revealed
Accomodation
Your student home plays a huge role in your university experience, whether you’re in halls, private rentals, or house-sharing. In this section, you’ll find advice on finding the right place, dealing with landlords, understanding tenancy agreements, and making your space feel like home.
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- Best student halls in Bath revealed
- Best student halls in Bedford revealed
- Best student halls in Birmingham revealed
- Best student halls in Bournemouth revealed
- Best student halls in Bristol revealed
- Best student halls in Cardiff revealed
- Best student halls in Coventry revealed
- Best student accommodation in England
- Best student accommodation provider in the UK
- Best student letting agencies in Bath
- Best student letting agencies in Birmingham
- Best student letting agencies in Brighton
- Best student letting agencies in Bristol
- Best student letting agencies in Cardiff
- Best student letting agencies in Coventry
- Best ways to find student housing in Newcastle
- Bristol University accommodation villages guide
- Can I live in halls for second year?
- Can non-students live in student houses?
- Can you stay in uni accommodation over Christmas?
- Catered vs. self-catered halls: Which to pick?
- Cheap ways to decorate student accommodation
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H–I
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- Best student halls in Leeds revealed
- Best student letting agencies in Leeds
- Best student halls in Leicester revealed
- Best student letting agencies in Leicester
- Best student halls in Liverpool revealed
- Best student letting agencies in Liverpool
- Best student halls in London revealed
- Best student letting agencies in London
- Looking for accommodation in Clearing: What to know
- Best student halls in Manchester revealed
- Best student letting agencies in Manchester
- Medway student accommodation guide
- Most luxurious student halls in the UK
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- Best student halls in Reading revealed
- Rental tips for new university students
- Best student halls in Sheffield revealed
- Best student letting agencies in Sheffield
- Best student halls in Southampton revealed
- Best student letting agencies in Southampton
- Best student halls in Swansea revealed
- Best student letting agencies in Swansea
- Still looking for student accommodation? Top tips
T–U
- Best Barbie-inspired student accommodation
- Top student accommodation providers in the UK
- Top 10 nicest student accommodations in Britain
- Ultimate guide to student accommodation in Birmingham
- Ultimate guide to student accommodation in Bristol
- Ultimate guide to student accommodation in Glasgow
- Ultimate guide to student accommodation in Manchester
- Ultimate guide to student accommodation in Newcastle
- Ultimate guide to student accommodation in Sheffield
V–Z
- Best student halls in Winchester revealed
- When can I apply for student accommodation?
- Where do students live in Salford?
- Where to get boxes for moving house
- Where to live in Birmingham as a student
- Where to live in Brighton as a student
- Where to live in Edinburgh as a student
- Where to live in Glasgow as a student
- Where to live in Nottingham as a student
- Where to live in Oxford as a student
- Where to live in Sheffield as a student
Practical advice
University life comes with plenty of challenges, from managing finances to navigating student services. This section provides practical tips on everything from budgeting and part-time jobs to study hacks and wellbeing advice, helping you stay on top of uni life with confidence.
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- Best apps for studying at university
- Best brain foods for studying
- Best engineering internships for students
- Best graduate recruitment agencies in Birmingham
- Best graduate recruitment agencies in Coventry
- Best graduate recruitment agencies in London
- Best graduate recruitment agencies in Manchester
- Best graduate recruitment agencies in Oxford
- Best graduate schemes in the UK
- Best key Macbeth quotes and meanings
- Best key quotes in Hamlet
- Best marketing graduate schemes in the UK
- Best playlist for studying
- Best recruitment agencies for UK students
- Best sales graduate schemes in the UK
- Best side hustles for UK students
- Best sports apprenticeships in the UK
- Best summer internships for students
- Best temporary summer jobs for students
- Budgeting tips for university students
- Businesses started at university
- Can international students do UK apprenticeships?
- Can you use ChatGPT to write essays?
- Christmas jobs for extra student cash
D–E
F–G
H–I
- Harvard referencing complete guide
- How to survive your final year of university
- How top students study: 5 tips to borrow
- How long is a dissertation?
- How to adjust to university workload
- How to balance a job and university studies
- How to become a shot girl at university
- How to build a LinkedIn student profile
- How to choose a dissertation title
- How to create a work experience CV
- How does a student overdraft work?
- How to get a first in an exam
- How to get a job in banking and finance
- How to get a part-time job with Indeed Flex
- How to get into film production
- How to get psychology work experience
- How to get work experience in politics
- How to find work experience in Year 12
- How much DSA pays towards a laptop
- How to write a dissertation introduction
- How to do your tax return as a student
- Is it worth doing a placement year?
- International student life in the UK
- Making friends as an international student
- Most expensive UK universities for international students
J–K
P–Q
V–Z
- What happens if you drop out of university?
- What happens if you fail your first year?
- What is a dissertation?
- What is the Aldi graduate scheme?
- What is the MI5 graduate scheme?
- What is the 5p money-saving challenge?
- What to do if you don’t like your degree
- What to do if you fail an assignment
- What to do if you want a break from university
- What to include in a dissertation conclusion
- Ways to make extra money for students
- Ways to make money as a student
- Websites to find internships or work experience
- Weird places to make money online
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