Whether you’re living in Selly Oak, Harborne, the City Centre, commuting to campus or living in halls, finding things to do that don't cost a fortune can sometimes feel like a challenge.
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Moving to Birmingham as an international student has been an exciting experience, but it quickly taught me how fast everyday spending adds up in the UK.
You’ve done the hard part. Visa? Flights? Accommodation? All sorted and paid. But that's not the end to what’s waiting for your wallet.
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The best nights out are when you know your limits, watch out for your friends and get home safely!
If you take just one piece of advice from me this week, let it be this: join a sports group.
We’ve pulled together some of our top tips to help you settle in and make the most of university life as a distance learner.
Packing for university can be really tricky! Here’s a little bit of guidance on what I wish I had brought to university and what I wish I had left behind!
When people think about Welcome, they often picture club nights and drinking. While those events can be part of the experience, they're far from the whole story.
As exciting moving in weekend can be, it can also be a little hectic and overwhelming! We are here to support you if things get a little bit too much.
I had a great time in my first year, but that isn’t to say that I didn’t make some mistakes too. So, learn from my lessons and don’t repeat my first-year mistakes!
Looking after your wellbeing looks different for everyone.
University is one of the few times in life when doing something completely new does not need an explanation.
You might feel a mixture of excitement and anticipation but that can be overrun sometimes by nerves and the unknown.
Commuting is becoming increasingly popular as people want to stay close to home, save money, or balance other commitments alongside studies.
Welcome is jam-packed with lots of events for anyone! Whether that’s with your flatmates, friends or individually to meet people and make friends, get the most out of welcome at university!
Looking back, here are a few things I wish I'd known before starting university as an international student.
Having spent 14 years in the care system, I know firsthand how intimidating the jump to higher education can be and the barriers I’ve had to face.
So, you’ve just moved to Birmingham. Amazing! But the unfortunate side effect of moving away from home into a new home, in a new city, might be that you don’t have many friends nearby yet.
Moving away from home and into student accommodation can be both exciting and nerve-wracking.
Looking for the right study spot in busy Birmingham can sometimes feel harder than the assignment itself! Here are the best study spots on and off campus.
For many students it’s the first time they’re having to be in control of their own finances and setting personal budgets.
It’s a common misconception that postgraduate uni life is all about your degree, we have lots for you to get involved in from attending events, to joining a student group or supporting you with any challenges you come across.
Societies aren’t just for undergraduate students so if you’re a Postgraduate student looking to bond with others over a shared hobby, network with your peers or learn a new skill then you’re bound to find a student group for you!
During the first few weeks of university there is so much pressure to make friends. Your flatmates are likely to be the first people you will meet and whilst getting on with your flatmates is important, they don’t need to be your best friends!
The new Renters’ Rights Act will come into force from Friday 1 May 2026, here's are some important things to be aware of.
A student idea was passed regarding Palestine Solidarity at the second All Student Vote. This was submitted to the Guild’s Trustee Board, with the Board’s response explained.