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Student Black Friday deals

Black Friday is fast approaching and we have found the best student Black Friday deals for you. Make sure you don’t miss out on these unmissable savings during this festive period.

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Christmas markets near you

It’s officially time to get in the Christmas spirit. Here’s a list of all the Christmas market dates happening in a city near you.

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Rising uni tuition fees explained

On Monday 4th November 2024, Education secretary Bridget Phillipson announced that there will be a rise in English university tuition fees from April 2025. The new cost would be £9,535, an increase of £285 per academic year.

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Host sustainable living guide

Host is dedicated to making a positive social and environmental impact, a commitment that is deeply rooted in our comprehensive Sustainability Strategy, which outlines our approach to creating lasting, meaningful change. We invite you to explore our Sustainable Living Guide to learn more about how we are working toward a better future for all.

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Where should I live in my second year of uni?

With your first year of university well underway, it won’t be long before you’re no longer a fresher. And whilst it might still be months away, your second year of uni will be here before you know it.
So, have you started thinking about where you’re going to live for your second year? If not, now is the perfect time to start searching and weighing up your options. First year’s aim to have their second year accommodation sorted before Term 2 (January). Below are some things to consider when choosing your second-year accommodation.

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Learning new cultures and customs whilst studying abroad

When it comes to university and higher education, many students opt for studying abroad to expand their horizons. However, adapting to a new country’s culture and customs can be overwhelming at first and takes getting used to. 

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When is the UCAS deadline 2025?

To ensure you send off your application within the correct dates, we have listed the important UCAS application dates for the upcoming year, so you can make a note of them and add them to your calendar.

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Uni semester accommodation – the benefits of booking by semesters

The benefits of booking semester student accommodation are shorter contract lengths and a whole lot of flexibility. Students book Semester term accommodation for many different reasons including PhD courses, work experience and medical training. We will list the main benefits and reasons students choose to book semester length contracts.

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Must have apps for international students

Moving to the UK for your studies as an international student can be an exciting but daunting task. To help you settle in when you arrive, we have gathered a list of the must-have apps that international students will find most helpful during their studies in the UK.

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Advice for first year university students

Moving into student accommodation and starting university is a busy time which comes with a lot socialising. With university comes a lot of ups and downs. Read our advice for first year university students.

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