Student blog
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Cultural etiquette in shared living arrangements: what to know
Whether you’re moving into halls or a rented space with friends, there are some unsaid rules that should be followed. Understanding cultural etiquette in shared…
4 min read·31 March 2026
Did you know that your rights are changing as a student renter?
A new legal act is coming into force from May 2026, which will change your rights for future tenancies. Our latest podcast took into account questions submitted…
3 min read·26 March 2026
How to choose the right accommodation for your studies
Where you live will have a big impact on your university experience. After all, it’s where you’ll be spending a lot of your time: from late night study sessions…
7 min read·25 March 2026
How international students celebrate Eid in London
Far from home, but never far from Eid There is a particular kind of courage that comes with celebrating your favourite holiday thousands of miles away from…
8 min read·23 March 2026
What Ramadan really feels like as an international student
There is a version of Ramadan that lives in your memory from back home. The version where the smell of iftar reaches you before the food does. Where the whole…
11 min read·23 March 2026
Leeds: your student guide
My favourite thing about being a student in Leeds is that the city feels like the perfect size. It’s big enough that there’s always something going on, but…
7 min read·18 March 2026