Hi guys! I’m Malvika Shahi and I’m doing my Masters in Creative Writing and Publishing at Bournemouth University. One of the benefits of studying abroad is that you get the chance to explore a whole new country. When I came to study in the UK, I was adamant on exploring as much as I could…. Read more » about Explore UK on a Budget
The university food shop: tips, tricks and getting to grips
Moving away to university can be difficult, as for many of you it will be your first experience living on your own. This means having to look after yourself… those pre cooked frozen meals your mum made you won’t last forever! It is easy to be so wrapped up in the one million other things… Read more » about The university food shop: tips, tricks and getting to grips
Top tips for budgeting as a student
Hi everyone! I’m Areej! I am from Egypt and I’m doing the games software engineering course. Today I am going to tell you all about some budgeting tips that I personally follow. Being a student and having limited finances doesn’t necessarily mean you can’t go out or that you have to live off of instant… Read more » about Top tips for budgeting as a student
A day out in Bournemouth for just £10
When you live somewhere so beautiful, you don’t always need lots of money to go out and have fun. Follow me for a day where I show you what I get up to with just £10.
Budgeting and saving money as a student
Watch my vlog where I share some of my top tips for budgeting whilst living and studying as a student. I talk water bottles, to washing up liquid, discount cards and vouchers!If you have any questions or comments please leave them below.
New Year – How to eat healthy on a budget
The festivities are now over and the student loan has finally dropped but how can we combine trying to eat healthier whilst budgeting for the entire semester? Here are some handy tips: Check for supermarket reductions It’s not always fresh produce that has a short shelf life which can be found reduced but sometimes dented… Read more » about New Year – How to eat healthy on a budget
Every pound you save is important
Kamila Bianchi from Brazil studies Computer Animation at BU. Watch her video to found out how she manages to save money while studying in the UK.
My 10 money-saving tips
Diana Pelino from Italy studies Computer Animation at BU. She has been living in Bournemouth for just 3 months and has already learned several ways to save money. Watch her video to find out more.
Going through Uni life on a budget
I am Yi-Hsin Chen from Taiwan studying MSC Events Management. As students, most of our spending is on food and drink. Managing to eat healthy while also saving some money is worth considering. Here are few tips I always follow. Hopefully they can help you save some money too. Cook from scratch Try not to… Read more » about Going through Uni life on a budget
Money isn’t everything, until you run out
I am Trine Olsen from Denmark studying MSc in Forensic Anthropology. Often, a part of life as a student is living on a budget. This can feel a little restrictive and sometimes stressful, but if you keep your wits about you, it can be done. Here’s a quick list of things you can do to… Read more » about Money isn’t everything, until you run out
Keep spending to your budget limits
I’m Sandra Achim from Romania, studying MSc Events Management. Being a student means that there’s always going to be limitations on how you spend your money. Budgeting is very important, but you can still have a social life, enjoy good food, drinks, and many other activities by using student discounts. How can you do this?… Read more » about Keep spending to your budget limits
The time to save money is when you have some
I am Martina Gardeva from Bulgaria studying MSc Tourism Management and Marketing. As students, many of us struggle with living expenses because we are trying to be careful with our money, want to have fun, and have an exciting social life all at the same time. Have you ever wondered how you can save some… Read more » about The time to save money is when you have some
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