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The festive season wouldn’t be complete without the classic house Christmas dinner. Here's Laura Haniey's guide for students to cook a yummy meal (including not getting really drunk *before* you turn on the oven).
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- 5th December 2017
Being a student, you might think that ‘perfect’ gift is out of your price range. Never fear, here are some of Bethan Evans' tips to make your gifts thoughtful and affordable.
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- 5th December 2017
It’s nearly the end of first term, we’ve all had one too many last-minute assignment-based breakdowns. Time to add some festive cheer to your student home. Jo Patmore explains how.
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- 5th December 2017
It's cold outside, but you don't have to freeze in your student house. Sam Aird gives his top tips for keeping toasty this winter.
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- 5th December 2017
From chaotic Aldi shops to post-night out trips to Roosters, there’s certain things you HAVE to experience to class yourself a true member of Selly Oak. Blogger, Bethan Evans sums up what you can expect from student life in Selly.
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by Alison Blundell - 13th November 2017
For a lot of Nottingham students, Lenton is the place to be after first year. Here's blogger Laura Hainey's definitive guide to thriving there as a student.
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- 10th November 2017
Living off campus as a student is an amazing experience. Here, our student blogger Jo Patmore gives some essential do's and don'ts that will take the hassle out of your new off-campus life.
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by Alison Blundell - 10th November 2017
Student blogger, Sam Aird, gives his five simple steps to finding the right student house. This includes the most important: Don't Panic. Once you've got that sorted, the other four will follow easily.
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by Alison Blundell - 9th November 2017
Looking for student accommodation in Birmingham, Bristol or Nottingham? Here's our guide to help you find the perfect student property.
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by Patrick Garratt - 26th October 2017
Looking for cheap ways to personalise your new student home that won't break the bank? Our blogger Sophie Hack has some great ideas, which are student-budget-friendly and won't cost you deposit deductions!
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by Alison Blundell - 19th September 2017