It’s the most wonderful time of the year…unless you’re an embarrassingly broke college student. The season of gift-giving takes a toll on the best of us, more so if you’re currently surviving on pot noodles and your parents’ generosity. This is why we have a list of fool-proof Christmas gift ideas to spread some festive […]
Moving to university is pretty daunting, and having to share a room with a complete stranger only adds to the anxiety. If there’s one thing about studying abroad that you should know, it’s the types of roommates to expect and how to deal with them! The Clean Freak These types of roommates are a challenge […]
Moving to a foreign country to pursue a new life is never easy, especially as a student. Finding safe accommodation and acclimating to a new culture in addition to balancing your studies are just some of the many challenges faced by students going to London. This is why we’re hosting a super-informative London pre-departure event […]
You may be tempted to bring everything with you, but that’s neither practical nor fun. Check out our list on what to pack for university to cut through the clutter and grab the essentials only! Bed Essentials Most Student accommodations will give you a bed with mattress and mattress cover. You’ll need to bring bed […]
The best part of going to university is the freedom you have to decorate your room to best represent your true self. We all know that decorations can cost a pretty penny, so here are some bright ideas for customising your student pad on a budget. 1. A Night Sky Projector: Enthusiasts can shell out […]
Starting university is scary, more so if you are moving away from home for the first time. Whether you’ve decided to go with a cheap or luxury student accommodation or are going to be living abroad on campus or in private halls, we at University Living have compiled a list of friendly reminders that will […]
When you move to a brand new country, it’s hard to know what exactly to carry on this journey. More often than not, you will have to blindly guess what stays and what goes, so it is possible for those decisions to be the wrong ones. Use our cheat sheet to make packing for uni […]
College is an exciting rollercoaster of adventures, but the dreaded 9 AM lecture can really put a dent in your joyride. Our cheeky guide will help you skip that early morning struggle so you can show up to class looking every bit the sincere and devoted student you want your professors to think you are. […]
Studying abroad is a brand new adventure, but choosing the right people to live with is perhaps the most important ride. If things go south with your roommate, you may land up in a vicious circle of endless fights and negative vibes. No one wants that! If you’re looking for the Rachel to your Monica, […]
Birthdays are the best, but celebrating on a broke student’s budget? Not so much. There are a plethora of ways to ring in your birthday without burning a giant hole in your pocket, so why not experiment a little and do things differently? Read on to find out how! 1. Me-Time: With all the pending […]