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Experience the Magic of Christmas in Leicester: Festive Fun in 2024

The festive season is here, and Leicester is glowing with Christmas cheer! Whether you're new...

The Ultimate Guide to Leicester’s Student Clubs and Communities

Starting university in a new city is exciting, but it can also feel a bit...

Freshers Week 2024 : What to Expect in Your First Week at Uni

Starting university is an exciting and transformative experience, and your first week will set the...

The Best LGBT – Friendly Hangout Spots in Leicester

Moving to university can be really exciting as an LGBT+ student, it’s a chance for...

My Unforgettable Experience at St. George’s Tower – A Home from Home

In 2022 I was preparing to study abroad as an international student, and finding the...

Sweat and Study: Balancing Fitness in Student Life

With lectures every day, social events, and day-to-day tasks getting in the way, prioritising your...

St George’s Tower: Student Voice ‘Best Property’ Award Runner Up

We're thrilled to announce that St George’s Tower has been recognised as the second-best property...

Best Places in Leicester for an alcohol free day out for students

Despite the common beliefs, student life isn’t all about drinking and partying. In fact, more...

Finding a new GP whilst at uni

It’s your first month at university, you’ve survived freshers week and you are starting your...

Leicester De Montfort Freshers Week 2023

The countdown is on to Leicester De Montfort freshers week 2023, but with so much…

Top 8 things you don’t need to take to uni

It’s an exciting time; you’re packing your bags, ready to venture out on your own…

5 tips on how to deal with exam stress

Exam season can be a tough time for students. You’ve worked hard throughout the semester…

7 handy money saving tips for students

Financially, we know student life can be testing at the best of times, and as…

How to combat academic burnout mid-term

As summer ends and September beckons, an opportunity presents itself in the form of a…

Festive things to do in Leicester for students

With the holidayseason fast approaching, there is an abundance of exciting things to do in…

8 Amenities to Look for In your Student Accommodation

Every year, more and more students descend into their chosen cities on the hunt for…

Spectacular art mural at student accommodation in Leicester aims to inspire

At St George’s Tower student accommodation in Leicester, a seismic transformation has taken place over…

Budgeting For University as Parents

Budgeting for university isn’t just for students since many parents find themselves financially supporting their…

Student Safety Tips When Living in a City

Moving to university can often mean you are living independently for the first time in…

So you’ve just graduated – here’s what to do after uni

You’ve spent the last three or more years studying for your degree, completing all of…

7 Tips for Moving into Uni Halls

If you’re about to start higher education, moving into university (uni) halls can be a…

What to Wear for Graduation

It’s that time of the year again. Graduation season has finally arrived, and like many…

The Benefits of Living Alone for University

There are plenty of benefits of living alone at university, and choosing to live with…

The Pros & Cons of Living at Home for University

Living at home or student accommodation? Oftentimes, this is a difficult decision for students about…

Looking after your mental health and wellbeing at university 

How to take care of yourself while studying  Attending university can be one of the…

The 7 Best Bars in Leicester for Students

It’s an old city and it comes with an impressive historical heritage. Given that it’s…

Student Finance Tips: A Parents’ Guide to Student Finance

Parents, your child has just been accepted into university and we bet you’re wondering: “What…

Leicester and Diversity

Leicester And Diversity  Leicester has a reputation for being a highly diverse city, and this…

Leicester and Culture

Leicester and culture go hand in hand. The city is a veritable hub for arts,…

Where Do Students Live In Leicester?

Leicester is a beautiful and diverse city, and boasts two highly prestigious universities: the University…

Eating Out In Leicester

One of the best things about moving to a university is that you get to…

First Time University Student “Hacks”

Going to university for the first time can seem scary. You’re going to a new…

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