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My tips for productive rest during the holidays

You might find yourself in a situation where you want to have a good rest during the university break

Hanna Bila

25 March 2024

6 tips for your first year at university

There's really nothing to worry about! I remember feeling both excited and intimidated when I was making the move from high school to uni. With the right mindset in place

Michael Theodoridis

21 March 2024

How does the cost of living crisis affect university students?

Becoming a university student is a new and exciting adventure

Michael Theodoridis

21 February 2024

One of the main decisions that students have to make when they decide to study at a university? Where to live. A popular option is living on campus

Michael Theodoridis

16 February 2024

Why I Chose To Study Business Management

The corporate world always appealed to me. From a young age I was fascinated by the idea of becoming a leader and influencing an organisation’s operations and outcomes. I knew pursuing University would enable me to achieve my goals and that choosing the right one was a serious process. Ultimately

Michael Theodoridis

13 February 2024

I'm currently in the final stages of my PhD journey at Essex Business School

Adam Adams

18 January 2024

How to cope with homesickness at university

It's natural to feel homesick as you adjust to a new environment. Leaving behind familiar faces

Zuzanna Tobiasz

18 January 2024

How to Prioritise Your Mental Wellbeing at University

The exciting world of university is a blend of challenges and opportunities that knows no bounds. Whether you're diving in fresh or making a comeback like me (yep

Belle Williams

12 January 2024

5 things I wish I knew before starting University

Belle Williams

28 September 2023

How to look after your mental health at university

It can be a daunting experience for anyone starting university for the first time. As someone who decided to attend after a few years out of education

Belle Williams

28 September 2023

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My tips for productive rest during the holidays

6 tips for your first year at university

How does the cost of living crisis affect university students?

Why I love living on campus

Why I Chose To Study Business Management

Life as a PhD Student

How to cope with homesickness at university

How to Prioritise Your Mental Wellbeing at University

5 things I wish I knew before starting University

How to look after your mental health at university