News flash! Does working part-time affect student finance?
Generally speaking, working a part-time job shouldn’t affect your eligibility for student finance, provided that your job isn’t your only source of income. Keep reading to learn more!
1st weekends with your flatmates at university
The first few days after moving into your new student home will probably be busy with unpacking, figuring out your local amenities and saying lots of hellos to everyone you meet. Luckily you can look forward to the first few weekends living together with your new flatmates as a time to relax and enjoy your new environment. It’s time to go out and have fun. There’s no end to the options available to you – going all out or just having a chilled time. Just take things at your own pace.
Key to the heart.
Students love food, it’s just a fact. Go out for food together or plan to cook a meal together. You could even book a dining suite if your accommodation has one (like at Southampton Crossings). You don’t have to make it too complicated – find something everyone is happy to eat and offer to contribute.
Always ask if a bar or restaurant offer student discount – around move in some places may have deals available to attract new students so remember to check out what they have to offer.
Go to your local pub.
It’s time to find yourself the best local pub to park yourself for the foreseeable. See if they’re having an open mic night or a local band playing. You could even try and make your way around a few places if you’re feeling up to it.
You could even make your own version of a pub crawl and see how many you manage to hit (good luck!).
How’s your competitive streak?
One of the best ways to break the ice with your new flatmates is with some healthy competition! A game of bowling or crazy golf is perfect for laughs and some fun and isn’t too expensive. Many places also offer student discount so don’t forget to ask.
Have a movie night.
Grab some microwave popcorn and your favourite films (or better yet, someone with a working Netflix subscription).
If you are lucky enough to live with Host at Point Campus in Dublin, Heantun Point in Wolverhampton you’ll get to enjoy watching in our cosy cinema rooms. Lights out!
Make use of your new space straight away.
Plan to hang out in your communal areas if you want to keep things low key. Play some board games or even order some food. Have a pamper night with facemasks and some yummy snacks. Or even have someone make the ultimate trivia quiz and gather as many people as possible into teams. Some of our Host locations have cool karaoke rooms where you can impress with your singing skills, or not. It’s all a bit of fun.
Taking part in fun activities in your student home really is the best place to connect with your flatmates.
If you want some further inspiration on where to go and what to do, check out designmynight for suggestions and what’s on near you.
#HostEnvironmentalPledge.
Getting serious about the environment we live in.
To become more ‘environmentally friendly’, Host is launching the #HostEnvironmentalPledge campaign to encourage responsible behaviour and drive sustainability across our sites throughout the UK and Ireland.
It’s a simple campaign! For every percent we reduce our overall utilities (electric, water and gas) consumption by we donate to one of our nominated charities.
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News flash! What do I need money for in uni?
You will need money for a range of things during your time in University, ranging from food and travel to accommodation and uni supplies. What you need will depends on your particular circumstances, but we have created an exhaustive list to ensure you can plan ahead and save for your university experience.
News flash! What is moving in day like?
You’ve packed everything that you can physically fit into your family car. And said goodbye (tearful or otherwise) to your friends back home. Pulling up to your new uni home will be a bit of a whirlwind. Between finding somewhere to park and what you will need to take into reception to check in on move in day. Move in day can feel stressful, but the main thing is that once it’s over and you’re in your new room – the fun can begin.