What I wish I knew before starting university
We asked five students at The University of Manchester for everything they wish they knew before starting their course.
Written by students
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From home comforts to campus life: My advice for transitioning to university
Read more: From home comforts to campus life: My advice for transitioning to universityStarting university is an exciting time but it can feel like a whole new world. Here to help, student Content Creator, Hannah shares her top tips to help you settle and embrace campus life.
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Finding your people: My top tips for making friends at university
Read more: Finding your people: My top tips for making friends at universityMaking friends is a major part of your experience at university, and often one of the biggest worries as you start. Content Creator, Hannah shares her tips for making friendships that last
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An introvert’s guide to thriving at University
Read more: An introvert’s guide to thriving at UniversityContent creator Hanifah shares her experience of navigating University as a self confessed introverted introvert and the way she learned to shape her University life into one that worked for her.
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Making Manchester home: A student’s guide to moving to a new country
Read more: Making Manchester home: A student’s guide to moving to a new countryStudent content creator, Stuti knows moving abroad for studies can be daunting – she did it last year. Here she shares her experience to reassure you that you too will make Manchester your home
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Study like you: Which revision spot fits your vibe
Read more: Study like you: Which revision spot fits your vibeWith exam season approaching Content Creator Luke is here to help you find the study spot that’s perfectly suited your personality and study style. So, are you an all-rounder or a last-minute hustler?
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A very Lithuanian Easter – with a Manchester twist!
Read more: A very Lithuanian Easter – with a Manchester twist!Celebrating a major holiday when you’re away from home can be tough. Content creator Gabriele has found ways to bring some of her Lithuanian traditions to Manchester to help her feel close to home this Easter.
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Networking as a student (without being awkward)
Read more: Networking as a student (without being awkward)Networking can be intimidating but for Content Creator Vinayak it’s a great way to make connections and friends and here he shares his top tips for networking at University.
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The Power to change failure into success
Read more: The Power to change failure into successStudent content creator, Szymon, shares how he is learning to view setbacks as part of the journey. By reflecting and learning ‘failures’ can actually show you the way to succeed.
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My advice for navigating uni life as a commuter student
Read more: My advice for navigating uni life as a commuter studentStudent content creator, Hannah shares top tips to help fellow commuter students not only survive but thrive during their time at Uni.
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Returning to full-time study after full-time work: How I manage my budget.
Read more: Returning to full-time study after full-time work: How I manage my budget.Student content creator, Megan, shares the challenges of adjusting to a student budget after earning a full-time salary. Clever swaps and mindful spending help her still enjoy her favourite things – and they’re great tips for anyone.
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Make feedback work for you: Tips for dealing with exam and assessment results
Read more: Make feedback work for you: Tips for dealing with exam and assessment resultsStudent Content Creator, Lucie shares her tips for dealing with exam results. From celebrating your hard work to using feedback to set new goals and improve your study skills.
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Useful websites for uni (that I bet you didn’t know about!)
Read more: Useful websites for uni (that I bet you didn’t know about!)Student content creator, Lucie, shares the websites she finds most useful for keeping her studies organised and on-track.
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The impostor on my shoulder
Read more: The impostor on my shoulderStudent content creator, Stuti, explores her struggle with Impostor Syndrome – that inner voice that tries to undermine self-worth. Reflecting on her feelings she shares how she is working to quieten this inner voice and be confident in her own achievements.
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Celebrating everyday wins this International Women’s Day
Read more: Celebrating everyday wins this International Women’s DayThis International Women’s Day Student content creator, Mia reminds us how important it is to celebrate not just ground breaking achievements of women but also the unsung, everyday ones.