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Health and Wellbeing Bournemouth

Touchdown Bournemouth: The International Student's Survival Guide

Luke M. Williams

8 Oct 2026

Land in Bournemouth and the sea will find you before your syllabus does. Two universities sit at one end of the city, a long stretch of beach at the other, and a cosy space at Mercury House between the two. The paperwork that comes with moving countries to study looks worse on a checklist than […]

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Food Wolverhampton

The Smart Shopper: Groceries and Local Deals in Wolverhampton

Luke M. Williams

25 Sep 2026

Three minutes. That is how long it takes to walk from Chambers 51 on Lichfield Street to the University of Wolverhampton’s City Campus, which leaves plenty of time to think about the other walk you will be doing every week: the one to buy food. Wolverhampton has a proper spread of shops within easy reach, […]

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General Bangor

The Best Student Areas in Bangor, Compared

Luke M. Williams

21 Sep 2026

Bangor fits a university, a mountain range and a stretch of coastline into a footprint you could walk across before your coffee goes cold. Bangor University’s buildings sit within walking distance of the High Street, and most students settle into one of four areas: Upper Bangor, the High Street, Garth or Hirael. They sit close […]

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General

The Truth About Freshers Week

Luke M. Williams

17 Sep 2026

Freshers’ Week is sold as the best seven days of your life. For some people, it really does come close. For others, it’s a strange mix of excitement, exhaustion, and quiet uncertainty. Here’s a look at what it’s like, myths included. The Myths Everyone Believes The first big myth is that you’ll find your best […]

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Nightlife

7 Tips for a Cheap Freshers Week Night Out

Luke M. Williams

9 Sep 2026

So, you’ve just arrived at uni. The flat’s a bit messy, you’ve made friends with someone over instant noodles, and now it’s time to hit the town. But how do you make Freshers Week legendary without draining your student loan in a single night? Whether you’ve moved miles from home, are just settling into a […]

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General

What's Inside the UNPACKED Student Kitchen Pack?

Luke M. Williams

13 Aug 2026

Setting up a kitchen from scratch is one of those jobs that sounds simple until you’re standing in a shop trying to remember whether you already own a colander. The Student Kitchen Pack from UNPACKED is built to solve that in one go: a single box, delivered to your room before you arrive, with everything […]

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University

After A-Level Results: 5 Things to Know Before Starting Uni

Luke M. Williams

13 Aug 2026

A-Level results are in at last! You’ve got your grades, and now your next chapter is about to begin. Whether you’re feeling relieved, excited, nervous, or all three, you’re not the only one. Starting university is a massive shift, but knowing a few key things ahead of time can help you settle in smoothly, no […]

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General Mercury House

Your Bournemouth Commute: Getting to Campus Quickly

Luke M. Williams

4 Aug 2026

You can reach Bournemouth University easily from Mercury House using local buses, cycle paths, or a short walk. Moving into our student accommodation puts you in a great spot for both major campus sites. You can stroll across town to Lansdowne in under twenty minutes or jump on a direct bus to Talbot in twenty. […]

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General Bangor

What Belongs On Your Bangor Bucket List?

Luke M. Williams

31 Jul 2026

Graduating from university without properly exploring Bangor is a missed opportunity. The city sits between stunning mountain views and coastal waters, giving you plenty of ways to unwind between lectures. Take a stroll down Garth Pier Garth Pier is Wales’s second-longest pier and one of the clearest viewing spots in North Wales. Walking down the […]

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Health and Wellbeing Warwick

A Guide to Finding a Student GP in Warwick

Luke M. Williams

27 Jul 2026

Sorting out your local healthcare before term begins is one of the smartest steps you can take as a new student. Packing your bags and settling into student accommodation in Warwick brings plenty of excitement. When freshers week arrives, having a doctor registered nearby saves you unnecessary hassle if you feel unwell. How Do You […]

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