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Robbie, Katy Friend, and Risper Okello explore how campus involvement can transform your university experience, from joining societies to trying new sports and building friendships through extracurricular activities.

Discover what your rights and responsibilities are when renting accommodation in the UK, as well as how much you could expect to pay and where to find the best accommodation.

While studying overseas is a unique and exciting experience, it’s also normal to feel anxious about living in a new culture and organising a lot of different things. This guide runs through everything you need to know about adjusting to life as a student in the UK so you can focus on enjoying the amazing experience that lies ahead.

A key factor when making the decision to move into higher education is finance – for estranged students, this can be a particular challenge.

Why is a cover letter important, and what should you say in yours? Make the right impression with our tips and examples.

It’s important to know what mental health and wellbeing support is available to you during your studies – and how to access it.

Universities and colleges have teams in place to make sure students are able to get the right support for their individual needs. This guide will help you get the information you need to make an informed decision.

We've produced a series of study skills guides to help you successfully make the transition to higher education.

Studying a subject at university level and living in student accommodation might be two brand new experiences for you. Here’s an idea of the support that will be available in your student halls or shared house.

Shikha Singh, Career Counsellor, The Cathedral and John Connon Senior School

Discover how to navigate the UK student housing market, from on-campus halls to private rentals, with practical tips on securing the right accommodation for your budget and lifestyle.

Finding somewhere you'll be happy to live is an important part of uni life.

Your life as a university student in the UK will be a unique experience. You might encounter new ways of living, studying, and socialising that are different from the way students do it in your home country. This guide will help you succeed as a student, whether it’s understanding the different types of university in the UK, adopting good academic habits, or making friends.

Kieron Broadhead, Senior Executive Director, Students and Infrastructure, and Deputy Vice-President (Operations), University of Southampton

Lots of students decide to live at home rather than moving into university or college accommodation. Just because you’re not in halls doesn’t mean you’ll have any less of a student experience though.

Discover everything you need to know about what it's like to study in the UK. What countries make up the UK? What support is available? How do I find work and accommodation, and how much does everything cost? Find all this information, and more, to help you prepare yourself fully for life in the UK.