Student Life
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I Read 159 Books in 2023 – Here’s How I Became A Fast Reader
2023 was by far my best year of reading since I left high school. I was able to finish 159 books over the year, smashing my original 100 books goal. Plus I didn’t really read for 4 whole months in 2023 due to work commitments. Being on a gap year meant I finally felt like I had the time to dedicate to my favourite hobby. And going forward I want to continue making it a daily priority and habit to read. 159 books might sound absolutely insane to you and I admit writing that total down is a little insane. It means that on average I finished one book every…
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9 Cupboard Staples Everyone Should Always Have In
One of the ways that I helps me keep my food shop budget so low (£10 a week) is by making sure I always have these 9 staples in my cupboard. They are all very versatile and are often the key ingredient to my favourite cheap meals. These items tend to last a long time so having to replace them is rare. Plus it is even rarer that multiple of them will run out at the same time so if I have to replace them it won’t break my £10 budget. #1 Oil Kinda obvious but often overlooked as it seems like a given, but have you seen the price…
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7 Student Loan Facts You Need To Know!
If your school was anything like mine, student loans were simply mentioned but discussed thoroughly. I had to do the research myself! So, I’ve saved you the time and collated 7 student loan facts that you should know – preferable before you take the loan out! It does not affect your credit score Number one of my seven student loan facts is something I think only a handful of people know! It is the number one reason I don’t consider UK student loans as a type of debt! UK student loans DO NOT affect your credit score because in theory you have no control over the payments. Your payment comes…
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Advice for Freshers
Moving to University, for most people, will be the biggest move they have ever made! It certainly was for me. I am currently coming to the end of my second year at uni, and feel that I have some valuable pieces of advice for incoming freshers. Whilst I have called this post Advice for Freshers, most of these points are relevant to anyone at university. So without further ado here are nine pieces of advice… Join a Society The majority of universities hold a Freshers Fair in your first week, where they expose you to all of the societies they have on offer. This is a great opportunity to speak…
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Top 8 Books I Read in 2020
Reading is known to reduce stress, improve your vocabulary and memory as well as provide mental stimulation, so it is a great way to spend your downtime. [Disclosure: Please keep in mind that some of the links in this post are affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase I will earn a commission. I link to these companies and their products because of their quality and not because of the commission I receive from your purchases. The decision is yours.] I absolutely love reading! I find it the perfect way to relax, unwind and escape from reality for a little while. Each year I set…
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University Packing Guide – What you actually need!
Deciding what to take to university is often the hardest part of the move. This post, the ultimate university packing guide will be your lifeline! As someone who has lived in halls for the past two years, I know first hand exactly what you need and what you can leave at home. This list is broken down into different categories to make it easier to follow and pack. Get your free packing checklist – here! IMPORTANT: -> passport/driving license – you may need this for student registration, and you will definitely need this to buy alcohol 🙂 -> recent passport style photo – you may need one of these for…
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5 Ways To Motivate Yourself To Study
Studying online is hard and exhausting and if your anything like me, motivating yourself to study online is much harder than when you have in-person classes to go to. I would never have skipped an in person class but I find it easy to skip an online class. There is less obligation because it feels so withdrawn and separate when online. Hence throughout this past year, I have been trying different ways to motivate myself to be productive. Some worked and some really didn’t fit with me. Finding a method that works is very personal – what works for one person may not work for you. The best thing to…
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5 Ways To Improve Your Credit Score As A Student
Having a good credit score is important when it comes to applying for credit in the future, such as a loan or mortgage. Your time at university is the perfect to start looking at building up your credit score. In this post we will go through what a credit score is, how to improve your credit score and where you can find out your score for free. What is a Credit Score? Investopedia perfectly defines a credit score as “a number between 300–850 that depicts a consumer’s creditworthiness. The higher the score, the better a borrower looks to potential lenders. A credit score is based on credit history: number of open…
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How to Make Money as a Student
Student loan not enough? Want to save for a gap year? Whatever your reason for needing extra money, there are loads of ways for students to earn money on the side of your studies. University is also a great time to develop a side hustle that you could continue after you graduate (see #3 ;)). Disclosure: Please keep in mind that some of the links in this post are affiliate links. If you go through them to make a purchase I will earn a commission. I link to these companies and their products because of their quality and not because of the commission I receive from your purchases. The decision…
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8 Cheap Ways to Practice Self Care For Students
Self care doesn’t have to be expensive, but it is important. Looking after yourself and trying not to burn the candle at both ends will keep you sane whilst juggling everything life throws at you. During university is the perfect time to get into the habit of regularly practicing self care. It will be second nature by the time you graduate. Below are 8 ways to practice self care that will cost you next to nothing. These are applicable to everyone but work really well for students. Have a Pamper Night Cost – £ Put your laptop away, forget about everything you still need to complete, put on some calming…
