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How spending money now can help you save in the long term

Whether you’re based in a city or are part of a campus university in a less populated area, living on a student budget can be tough.

25 March 2022

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6 easy tips to save money this yearPerhaps you want to save money so you can travel after you graduate, or maybe you want to feel more in control of your spending as a new student. Whatever the reason, January is a good time to review your financial habits.

22 January 2022

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Lessons learned from 2 years living away from homeOne of the best things about going to university is having the option to live independently - which was a new experience for me as it will be for many students. And while this is an exciting time in life, there are trickier times to get through too.

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Eating on a budget: How I spend just £12 per week on foodI’m often asked by friends and family how I manage to spend so little on my food shopping every week. The answer is simple: I plan!

12 November 2020

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5 life skills I just couldn’t live without at universityStarting uni is a big step, even more so if you’re also leaving home. There are a few little life skills that might go a long way if you can master them before starting in September.

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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.

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Meal prepping: How you can cook once and eat well all weekHere’s how to cook once on a Sunday and take the rest of the week off.

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Living on a budget? Here are 5 ways you can still indulgeAs a student, it’s hard to manage money for the first time. But a budget doesn't mean you can't indulge. Emily shares her tips for indulging on a budget.

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Budget: 3 Ways to make your student loan lastOne of the most exciting things about starting uni is receiving your student loan. You probably won’t have seen so much money before, and could be tempted to splash out on new clothes or gadgets.