Here are a few tips to help you through exam season. It is important to look after yourself when preparing for exams and to keep a healthy mind, so you can study effectively. Start early The earlier you start, the easier the load will be to manage, and you’ll avoid the last minute panic. Lay…
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5 pieces of advice for the mature student | Sasher Robinson
Written by Sasher Robinson, BA Media, Culture and Identity with Journalism. As I sat down with a much needed glass of Moscato to watch the first episode of “And Just Like That”, my immediate reaction was “omg, look how old they look!”. I instantly scolded myself for my ageist brain farts and in no time…
5 Tips to Reduce the Risk of Drink Spiking | Samantha Paz
There have been many alarming reports of drink spiking since clubs and pubs reopened across the UK. According to National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) statistics, 250 reports of drink spiking were reported in England and Wales, between September and November. The subject has been covered in both national media and widely across social media, with…
Digital Skills Programme | Summer Term Programme
The Digital Skills Programme is a series of completely free short courses offering 4-day intensives so you can learn the skills graduate employers are looking for. Open to all students and 2020 alumni, this active learning programme will provide you with a competitive edge ready to enter the graduate job market. These sessions will…
Richmond Park Route with Walk and Talk group leader Lotte
We know it might be daunting if you’re staying at University during lockdown, especially with changes to your regular university activities. So, keep your mind and body healthy, make a hot chocolate and try this beautiful 1-hour long route through Richmond Park, put together by our Walk and Talk group leader -Lotte. Take a walk,…
Graduating during a recession | Claire Johnson | Alumni
This is a turbulent and uncertain time to complete your degree. Our alumna, Claire Johnson, had a similar experience when she graduated with a BA in Nutrition and Health in 2009 during a recession. Recently we caught up with Claire to see what advice she had for current graduates. You graduated during a recession, which…
Preparing for your degree in Nutrition and Health | Department of Life Sciences
Written by Sue Reeves and Adele Costabile You may want to start preparing and thinking about your degree in Nutrition and this blog will provide you with some ideas that are suitable for new and continuing students. But don’t worry if you cannot find the time, we know lockdown has been difficult, these suggestions are…
Living at home for university? Here are some tips | Sophie Pavlou
University. When you think about it, what comes to mind? Living away from home, gaining a wealth of independence and having the time of your life as that independent young adult? While that is the traditional notion, living away for university is not for everybody, even when you think it might be (I lived away…
5 tips to maintaining a healthy diet within a budget
After a long day of lectures, it can be a challenge to cook a healthy meal or consume at least 3 nutritious meals a day. Living on campus, or at home, preparing and cooking meals for yourself can be a struggle and time-consuming. The majority of the time we want to turn to UberEats or…
Healthy & Student-friendly Recipes | Isis De Carvalho Stelmo
It is common sense that to have a healthy lifestyle we have to include fruits and vegetables in our daily diet. Since we are little kids, we hear from our family/relatives: you better eat your veggies if you want to grow stronger! Well, this is true. And not a coincidence that governmental campaigns like the…
Tips on preparing for your degree in September | School of Humanities
Take care of your mental health and wellbeing Many of us have struggled physically and emotionally in recent months. While there is a seemingly endless list of things you could be doing, don’t feel like you need to be productive. The suggestions here are all optional and intended to be pressure-free ways of spending your…
Top tips for isolating with family
By Fiona Elisabeth Henderson 3 weeks ago I moved out of halls and back home in order to isolate with my family. I mean, the library has been shut, lectures are cancelled and most of my friends moved back too. So like lots of people, I’ve packed up my whole life to be back home…