What to Expect in Your First Week of University Your first week of university is a time of excitement, anticipation, and a little bit of nervousness. It's a time to meet new people, learn about your courses, and start to settle into your new life in your Sheffield student accommodation. Here's a look at [...]
Tramlines 2023 Tramlines is a music festival being held in Sheffield this year over the weekend of 21-23 July 2023. The festival is held at Hillsborough Park, just a few miles northwest of Sheffield City Centre. Tramlines is a celebration of Sheffield's music scene, with a line-up that features a mix of local and [...]
Great Student Areas in Sheffield With Sheffield being the fifth largest city in the UK with two of the top universities it’s no wonder it’s a top destination for students. And whilst there’s no doubt that students come here for the outstanding education that both the University of Sheffield and Sheffield Hallam University provide, [...]
University of Sheffield Cost of Living Hub With the cost of living seeming to increase daily it’s vitally important to keep extra control of your finances and ensure you’re receiving all the help and benefits you’re entitled to. Cost of living increases affect everyone across the board in all communities and students are no [...]
Rising Inflation Drives Another Cut in The Student Loan Interest Rate With over 70% of students citing finances as their biggest concern it will come as good news that the government has announced a further cap in student loan interest rates to 6.3%. This is for students in England and Wales and is a [...]
When the news you’ve been so eagerly waiting for finally arrives and you’ve secured your place at Uni, the fact that it’s now really happening could feel a little daunting. But don’t worry, we have some tips and advice that may help make moving into your student accommodation in Sheffield run a little smoother. [...]
At the time of writing, the current heatwave we’re experiencing is forecast to last for around two weeks, with this coming Sunday predicted to be the hottest day in UK recorded history. And whilst the current hot spells are welcomed by us all it’s important to enjoy the sun responsibly and be careful not [...]
If you’re an outdoors type and crave getting out in the fresh air this summer or someone who’s simply looking to explore Sheffield a bit more, here are a few fun and quirky ways you can do it. Do you like murder mysteries? How about trying ‘Murder on The Don’, Sheffield’s Outdoor Escape Game? [...]
One of the decisions you’ll have to make before you start Uni is whether you want to live alone or share a home with fellow students. As with all things in life there are pros and cons to both, and much will depend on the type of person you are and your preferences. Here [...]
