When heading off to university, the time comes when we’re all excited to move out of our family home and into our student accommodation for the year. We say bye to our houses for the first time and also to our parents and family (although we do go back to see them a lot). And while it might seem daunting, it’s time to start your adventure as a university student.
Feel like there’s so much to do and so little time? We’ve all been there. But as you plough through the never-ending revision and exams in your final term of university, it’s important to remain focused. In doing so, you’ll gain the grades you’ve worked hard for and achieve what you set out to.
Cardiff; the capital of Wales and a city with an endless list of things to do. And if you’ve chosen Cardiff as your home while you study, you’ll easily come across bars, restaurants and shops to fill your days. But if you’re not a local, it’s easy to miss some of the gems available in this vibrant city.
The Easter holidays are finally here! Even if you don’t celebrate Easter, we’re sure that you’re excited at the prospect of not going to lectures for a few weeks. But there’s still have the burden of revising for those unavoidable upcoming exams (boo)!
If you’re a new student in the city of Leeds – or perhaps you’ll be calling it home later this year when you start university, you’re probably wondering what it’s like. Between lectures, coursework and reading, you’re sure to have some spare time to enjoy and explore the city. And when you do, here are some of our favourite things to do:
So you’re going to university or college? Awesome. You’re probably still deciding what you’re going to study and whether you’re going to become a doctor, artist or even an astronaut. But another pretty big decision you’ll need to make is picking somewhere to live. With so many options out there, how do you decide? Here are some pretty good reasons to say ‘that’s the place’ with Host…
Whether it’s your first or final year in uni, with Christmas over and the New Year here, it’s time to get your head down and focus on your end of semester goals. Whether it’s passing your exams, handing in your dissertation or completing your placement, here are some top tips to make sure you have a productive year ahead.
The thought of cleaning your bedroom, kitchen, and living area from top to bottom might send shivers down your spine. After all, as a student you’ve probably got more important things to do than spend your time scrubbing floors and dusting off furniture. But getting the housework done doesn’t have to be as bad as it sounds.
For many of you, coming to university and living in halls will be your first experience of living away from home and from your family. You’ll likely feel a mixed bag of emotions – you’ll be excited, but probably also understandably quite nervous. You may have to learn new skills and responsibilities, like cooking, cleaning and of course dealing with money.