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Make the most of amazing spaces COVER
Accommodation
Where to live during your second year at uni
First year flying by? We hope you’re having an amazing time in your uni city and looking forward to everything that comes next.
8th October 2022
11 min read
Wrapping gift COVER
Finance
A guide to gift giving on a student budget
When the festive time of year is upon us, all of us at Student Roost anticipate the good stuff that this time of year brings: mulled drinks, mince pies and way too much Mariah. But what about gifts?
7th October 2022
6 min read
When should I book my student accommodation
Accommodation
When should I book my student accommodation?
Finding the right student accommodation for you is one of the many things to consider as a student, whether you’re going to university for the first time or moving from one type of student accommodation to another.
4th October 2022
9 min read
All bills included COVER
Finance
Say bye to student bills: how to save money with all-inclusive rent
Moving out for uni (or even out of halls after first year) may be the first time you encounter the reality of having to pay bills.
4th October 2022
5 min read
Warwick Castle
Student Life
Warwick student city guide
Packed full of past and present wonders, Warwick is not your average market town.
27th September 2022
4 min read
Get into routine COVER
Student Life
Keep calm and shine on: a guide to settling in to uni life
Starting your new journey at uni can be sensory overload between moving day and the full-on antics of Freshers’ Week.
2nd September 2022
7 min read
Blog Sheffield city guide for students
Student Life
Sheffield city guide for students
Whether you’re studying in Sheffield for the first time or returning for your remaining time at university, our guide to Sheffield student life will help you make the most of your time in the Steel City.
20th August 2022
11 min read
The student guide to Aberdeen
Student Life
Aberdeen student city guide
While this coastal city may seem like a sleepy Scottish haven, it’s anything but! If you’re going to be studying in Aberdeen as a new student, or you’re heading back for another year and want to delve deeper into student life in the city, our student guide to Aberdeen is here to help.
10th July 2022
9 min read
Accommodation tour COVER
Student Life
Your student-friendly guide to open days
Whether you’re an incoming fresher or returning for your postgrad, there’s so much to consider when choosing your university.
18th June 2022
5 min read
Student unions COVER
Health & Wellbeing
How to manage loneliness as a student
The rose-tinted view you have of uni may involve meeting like-minded people, enjoying a rich social life and even making friends you’ll be close to 30 years from now. While that’s definitely all part of the experience, it’s also worth acknowledging head-on that there are times where you may feel lonely.
19th May 2022
7 min read
Abbie student story COVER
Student Stories
Student story: Abbie at Pittodrie Street
A fulfilling uni experience is as much about making memories and friendships as it is about the studying.
10th March 2022
7 min read
The student guide to Leicester
Student Life
The student guide to Leicester
Did you know Leicester is known for being one of the most diverse cities in the United Kingdom?
9th March 2022
9 min read