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Sara H.

Staff writer
Unite Students

Sara works for Unite Students as a staff writer and produces helpful content for students around topics such as health and wellbeing, student living, study and careers and financial wellbeing.

Settling in as a masters’ or postgraduate student

Settling into uni life can a rollercoaster the first time around. This guide will help you navigate uni as a postgrad or masters’ student so it's not so daunting.

BySara H.
6 February 2025
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Health & Wellbeing
Spiking: What is it and how can you reduce the risk?You might think it'll never happen to you, but you should still look out for yourself when you're on a night out or having a few drinks, no matter where you are.
BySara H.
8 October 2021
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Health & Wellbeing
45 easy ways to relax in your room‘Just relax.’ Two words you never want to hear when you feel stressed. It’s right up there with ‘Have you tried switching it off and on again?’ as the most annoying advice imaginable. So what can you do to unwind when you feel stressed?
BySara H.
7 April 2021
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Student Living
Tailgating: What is it and how can you stop it happening?Tailgating happens in secure buildings, like offices and student accommodation. It puts people and possessions at risk, and it takes awareness to prevent it.
BySara H.
22 March 2021
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Student Living
How to have guests and be fair to your flatmatesWhen you live with Unite Students, it really becomes your home. Read our tips on how you can have your loved ones stay with you, whilst respecting your flatmates.
BySara H.
20 September 2020
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Student Living
‘It’s not just a month, it’s a state of mind’: What Pride means to mePride means something different to everyone, but its importance can never be questioned.
BySara H.
3 September 2020
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Student Living
Making the leap: The key differences between university and school lifeThe leap between school and university can seem massive, but it doesn't have to be scary. Here are some of the main differences you'll experience.
BySara H.
19 August 2020
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Student Living
Things every student should be taking advantage of at universityBeing a student has a lot of advantages, read more about the things every student should be making use of so you don't miss out.
BySara H.
6 August 2020
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Food & Drink
10 tasty and filling 30-minute meals to master this termCooking at university doesn't have to be time-consuming. With these 10 meals, you'll always have something delicious and nutritious ready to eat.
BySara H.
28 January 2020