Advice News

How to claim £400 on your energy bills

Tue, 20 Dec 2022 12:12:11 Z

If you pay all inclusive bills on your rented property then you could be eligible!

Guidance on using social media

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 12:43:13 Z

Joining a Whatsapp group with your course-mates can be a great way to make friends but remember to keep professional standards!

How to Save Money

Wed, 03 Jan 2024 12:03:52 Z

As your Union Advice team, we have compiled a list of top tips on how to save money whilst you're at university!

Handling Conflict in Student Housing

Wed, 03 Jan 2024 12:42:38 Z

See our tips for handling conflict in student housing to get the best out of the experience.

Housing Terminology

Wed, 03 Jan 2024 11:50:20 Z

We've compiled a list of housing terminology to help you understand all of the terms you may come across when looking at accommodation.

Costume ≠ Consent

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 12:21:04 Z

Going out for Halloween can be one of the most exciting times of the University calendar. From going to parties, to planning your perfect Halloween costume or creating your own outfit, Halloween is a time for creativity and expressing yourself, however, there’s one key thing to remember: Costumes are for fun, not for crossing lines. Regardless of what costume you are wearing, you shouldn’t feel signed up for unwanted attention or contact.

Watch Out for Scams

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 14:04:53 Z

What Every University Student Needs to Know!

Safe Spending

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 14:01:23 Z

Tips for spending and bringing money to the UK for our International Students.

Scam Protection

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 14:03:30 Z

All of us may be susceptible to a scam at some time.

Alcohol Awareness Survey

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 11:21:33 Z

Information on alcohol awareness, and a short survey to fill out

Stalking Awareness Week

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 13:10:23 +0100

April 21st-26th marks Stalking Awareness Week.

Budgeting for the New Year

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 09:43:32 Z

January can be a particularly difficult time financially, after what may have been quite a ‘spendy’ Christmas break.

Academic Misconduct in the Age of Generative AI

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:23:27 +0100

Academic integrity means submitting work that is genuinely your own. While plagiarism is still the most common concern, in the advice team, we are seeing more students for cases related to inappropriate use of Generative AI.