So uni’s a messy time at best. On top of our studies, we have work, societies, friends, partying, all that good stuff. Understandably, all of that can be overwhelming and it’s hard to keep track of it all. So here’s a step-by-step guide on keeping your life on track: Step 1: Make a list of […]
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How to Handle Halloween
Introduction So, Halloween’s coming this Wednesday and it’s all very exciting. Going out in fancy dress to all sorts of SPOOOOOKY parties. Still, there are some precautions to consider when celebrating this SPOOOOOOOKY holiday. The Costumes I’m not going to lie: cosplaying is my favourite part of Halloween. I love dressing up as my favourite […]
Let’s Budget!!!!!!!!!
Introduction Let’s face it unless your parents are super generous, you’re more or less lacking in the finance department. You’ll likely spend most of your student finances on rent which leaves you with not much to go on. Speaking as a totally-not-an-expert, I might just offer you a step by step guide on managing your […]
A Guide to Surviving Freshers Part 3 – Freshers’ Flu
So I’d imagine everyone and their other half (assuming they have one) has what is colloquially known as Freshers’ Flu. This is basically a cold but practically every student happens and it spreads around Freshers’ Fortnight. There’s no easy way of saying this: it sucks. Colds suck. Here are the best ways of dealing with […]
A Guide to Surviving Freshers – Part 2: Freshers’ Week
Introduction Hi y’all! I hope you managed to settle in just fine. As part of my guide to surviving Freshers, it’s about time I talk about the week itself and what there is to look out for. Induction Lessons – Various No matter what year you’re in, there will be an induction lesson. Your timetable on […]
A Guide to Surviving Freshers – Part 1: The First Day
Introduction Uni is exciting, there’s no doubt about that. I myself am counting down the days until I return for my final year. But if you’re like me then you’re probably dreading the hectic nature of Fresher’s Fortnight. The fact of the matter is, there is a LOT to do and it can get very […]
My Experiences With Air Travel and What I Can Teach You About It
Introduction (NB: This is mainly for first-time flyers. If you are a more experienced flyer – and chances are you will be – I encourage you to give your own advice in the comments below.) So a while back, I rode a plane for the first time and it was the ideal first flight. I […]
Ice, Ice Breaker (How to Meet New People and Break the Ice with Them)
Introduction So, when you start uni, chances are you’re gonna know nobody there. If that is indeed the case, there’s going to be some awkwardness when meeting new people (especially if, like me, you’re a socially awkward person). Well not to worry, it’s actually fairly easy to make friends at uni but just in case […]
Sooooo, Where Have I Been?
I probably need to explain where I’ve been the past couple of weeks so I’ve decided to dedicate this post as sort of apology/update for you all. Basically, I’ve been to two different places for the past two weeks. One of them, as I mentioned in my previous post, was Dorset. I went on holiday […]
My Annual Holiday: A Guide to Dorset

Every year around late July-early August, my family and I go on holiday to Dorset. It’s a lot of fun and it’s almost always the highlight of my summy holidays. Because this tradition has gone on for years, I know Dorset well enough to recommend a few touristy spots for you all to visit. Weymouth: This should […]
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