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Original post by 1saidaaaa
Just go sit next to a girl or a boy, ask if they’re alone and then ask if they wanna be friends. That’s what I did
Thanks for the advice
Original post by Nivina
Is it easy or hard to make friends at University?
Hi there @Nivina !
It completely depends who you ask and how much effort you're willing to put in yourself. In a general sense, friends at university don't always just come to you. University students as a whole are quite passive and they want things to come to them. If you don't put the work in then there's every chance neither will they. I was incredibly worried about not making friends at university but I wanted to give myself the best chance possible as I knew that societies weren't the right route for me. At university, the easiest way you can make friends is by joining a society. I've never met anyone that has joined one and not made any friends, just for me personally there wasn't one that stood out to me. Everyone I speak to about it says that even if there's nothing you enjoy as a hobby, join one anyway and you'll learn to love it through all the friends you make and the social aspect of it.
The way I made friends before coming to university is by joining every possible Facebook group about the university. You can find freshers chats, course chats, accommodation chats and even find your flatmates on those. I had already met all of my coursemates before I even moved here and formed my own friendship group, just through chatting to them all on course chats. I felt personally that I would have the best chance of maintaining friendships if I'd spoken to them beforehand as I'm not very good at just going up to people and sparking a conversation. This is why these Facebook groups really help.
When I got to university, I unfortunately didn't get on with my first year flat. This is always a possibility when moving into shared halls but more often than not it doesn't happen. I didn't want to let this ruin my experience however and decided to take matters into my own hands. I made a conscious effort to introduce myself to all of my neighbours and from this found a group of people that I've now taken into the rest of my university experience and will be living with them in final year. This wouldn't have happened if I didn't actively go out and look for them. You make the majority of your friends in first year so it's important to just throw yourself at the experience. The only way I make friends now (currently at the end of second year) is if I meet them on either nights out, at the gym or through mutual friends as you end up with a lot of work to do that it becomes more difficult to socialise than it was in first year.
Hope this helped! Please let me know if you have any more questions...
Lucy - Digital Student Ambassador SHU
Original post by hallamstudents
Hi there @Nivina !
It completely depends who you ask and how much effort you're willing to put in yourself. In a general sense, friends at university don't always just come to you. University students as a whole are quite passive and they want things to come to them. If you don't put the work in then there's every chance neither will they. I was incredibly worried about not making friends at university but I wanted to give myself the best chance possible as I knew that societies weren't the right route for me. At university, the easiest way you can make friends is by joining a society. I've never met anyone that has joined one and not made any friends, just for me personally there wasn't one that stood out to me. Everyone I speak to about it says that even if there's nothing you enjoy as a hobby, join one anyway and you'll learn to love it through all the friends you make and the social aspect of it.
The way I made friends before coming to university is by joining every possible Facebook group about the university. You can find freshers chats, course chats, accommodation chats and even find your flatmates on those. I had already met all of my coursemates before I even moved here and formed my own friendship group, just through chatting to them all on course chats. I felt personally that I would have the best chance of maintaining friendships if I'd spoken to them beforehand as I'm not very good at just going up to people and sparking a conversation. This is why these Facebook groups really help.
When I got to university, I unfortunately didn't get on with my first year flat. This is always a possibility when moving into shared halls but more often than not it doesn't happen. I didn't want to let this ruin my experience however and decided to take matters into my own hands. I made a conscious effort to introduce myself to all of my neighbours and from this found a group of people that I've now taken into the rest of my university experience and will be living with them in final year. This wouldn't have happened if I didn't actively go out and look for them. You make the majority of your friends in first year so it's important to just throw yourself at the experience. The only way I make friends now (currently at the end of second year) is if I meet them on either nights out, at the gym or through mutual friends as you end up with a lot of work to do that it becomes more difficult to socialise than it was in first year.
Hope this helped! Please let me know if you have any more questions...
Lucy - Digital Student Ambassador SHU
It completely depends who you ask and how much effort you're willing to put in yourself. In a general sense, friends at university don't always just come to you. University students as a whole are quite passive and they want things to come to them. If you don't put the work in then there's every chance neither will they. I was incredibly worried about not making friends at university but I wanted to give myself the best chance possible as I knew that societies weren't the right route for me. At university, the easiest way you can make friends is by joining a society. I've never met anyone that has joined one and not made any friends, just for me personally there wasn't one that stood out to me. Everyone I speak to about it says that even if there's nothing you enjoy as a hobby, join one anyway and you'll learn to love it through all the friends you make and the social aspect of it.
The way I made friends before coming to university is by joining every possible Facebook group about the university. You can find freshers chats, course chats, accommodation chats and even find your flatmates on those. I had already met all of my coursemates before I even moved here and formed my own friendship group, just through chatting to them all on course chats. I felt personally that I would have the best chance of maintaining friendships if I'd spoken to them beforehand as I'm not very good at just going up to people and sparking a conversation. This is why these Facebook groups really help.
When I got to university, I unfortunately didn't get on with my first year flat. This is always a possibility when moving into shared halls but more often than not it doesn't happen. I didn't want to let this ruin my experience however and decided to take matters into my own hands. I made a conscious effort to introduce myself to all of my neighbours and from this found a group of people that I've now taken into the rest of my university experience and will be living with them in final year. This wouldn't have happened if I didn't actively go out and look for them. You make the majority of your friends in first year so it's important to just throw yourself at the experience. The only way I make friends now (currently at the end of second year) is if I meet them on either nights out, at the gym or through mutual friends as you end up with a lot of work to do that it becomes more difficult to socialise than it was in first year.
Hope this helped! Please let me know if you have any more questions...
Lucy - Digital Student Ambassador SHU
Thank you for the advice Lucy!
I’m just wondering, what University did/are going to? I’m hoping to go to Winchester University myself and I’ll love to know more about it!
Sincerely, Faith
Original post by Nivina
Thank you for the advice Lucy!
I’m just wondering, what University did/are going to? I’m hoping to go to Winchester University myself and I’ll love to know more about it!
Sincerely, Faith
I’m just wondering, what University did/are going to? I’m hoping to go to Winchester University myself and I’ll love to know more about it!
Sincerely, Faith
Hi there @Nivina !
I currently study at Sheffield Hallam University in second year. A big thing for me when choosing universities is whether I'd eventually be able to call it home. I come from a small town where everyone knows everyone so I really wanted to experience city life because I see myself living in one. I also was very scared to choose somewhere like Manchester or central London because everything is way more expensive and I wanted somewhere that felt relatively close-knit which is why I ended up choosing Sheffield. I'm sure you'll be happy wherever you go and make the most of your experience, just for me personally I'm quite picky. Key things to look out for when choosing universities is: good travel links, good university facilities, lots of societies and social opportunities, relatively affordable accommodation and you need to be able to plan a journey back home before you go.
Hope this helped!
Lucy - Digital Student Ambassador SHU
Original post by Nivina
Is it easy or hard to make friends at University?
Hi there,
I'd say the hardest part of making friends at university is dealing with the pressure and expectation to make friends instantly/during freshers. When I was at uni, I didn't make some of my closest friends until the beginning of my third year when I really started putting myself out there. My best advice is to join multiple societies, hang out in your accommodation's communal areas (if it has them), go to events and participate in group chats (official or not). You will meet likeminded people eventually, so don't give up if it's hard at first.
Hope this helps!
- Sophie
Original post by StudentRoost Rep
Hi there,
I'd say the hardest part of making friends at university is dealing with the pressure and expectation to make friends instantly/during freshers. When I was at uni, I didn't make some of my closest friends until the beginning of my third year when I really started putting myself out there. My best advice is to join multiple societies, hang out in your accommodation's communal areas (if it has them), go to events and participate in group chats (official or not). You will meet likeminded people eventually, so don't give up if it's hard at first.
Hope this helps!
- Sophie
I'd say the hardest part of making friends at university is dealing with the pressure and expectation to make friends instantly/during freshers. When I was at uni, I didn't make some of my closest friends until the beginning of my third year when I really started putting myself out there. My best advice is to join multiple societies, hang out in your accommodation's communal areas (if it has them), go to events and participate in group chats (official or not). You will meet likeminded people eventually, so don't give up if it's hard at first.
Hope this helps!
- Sophie
Thank you for the advice Sophie!
I’m just wondering, what university are/did you go to? I like to know as much about universities as possible.
Sincerely, Faith
Original post by Nivina
Thank you for the advice Sophie!
I’m just wondering, what university are/did you go to? I like to know as much about universities as possible.
Sincerely, Faith
I’m just wondering, what university are/did you go to? I like to know as much about universities as possible.
Sincerely, Faith
Hi there,
I went to Newcastle University - definitely very social and lots going on in the city.
- Sophie
Original post by Nivina
Is it easy or hard to make friends at University?
Hi @Nivina
Making friends was something that I was worried about before I came to uni. The best advice I received was just to try and throw yourself into as much as you can. Whether that be societies or sports or things on your course, getting involved is the best way to meet people. Something else that helped me was realising that during freshers everyone is in the same boat as no one knows anyone - so you are not alone! Try not to feel too much pressure to make friends in the first few weeks, it may take time but eventually you will find your people
Jess
Original post by Nivina
Is it easy or hard to make friends at University?
Hi @Nivina,
From my experience - studying at Chester, I find that you can make friends as long as you have some common ground. For example, I have become a part of multiple friendship groups by going to Uni, from where I chose to live and following placement/work experience opportunities! Other ways of getting yourself out there is joining societies and getting a part-time job as in first year, we’re all in the same boat so, everyone will be looking at re-adjusting to new life and trying to make friends. It’s the best time to get yourself out there.
Don’t put too much pressure on yourself and force anything! University is about doing everything right for yourself, so great friends will come with that if you pursue your own goals and interests whilst studying. Another thing I tried (before I even got to uni) I joined loads of group chats on Facebook and WhatsApp which got me introduced to people that were going to be in my course and to the people that were living in the same accommodation etc etc. I think it just narrows down to how much time you want to spend making friends and putting yourself out there whilst, still doing the things you love!
Hope this helps,
Ellie
Original post by Nivina
Is it easy or hard to make friends at University?
I'm worried about this too
When you are at university you will find you make new friendships continuously. Of course, you will meet people on your degree and with others on the same pathway as yourself. However, if you join in with activities on campus and keep up to date with the students union, you will find that you begin to meet others on different courses. There is an element of making an effort and putting yourself out there even when you feel shy, as you will find that you will meet others who feel the same as you. I have developed friendships by joining in with different activities, societies and working in study groups. Another tip I can give is to join any university temp agency as working at your university will help you to meet others and develop your communication skills. Try and make acquaintances with others before you start university by joining Facebook groups and finding others who will be at your university. I am a nursing student and did this and found it helped me knowing I knew some other students before joining the course. I hope this helps best wishes. ARU Dee Digital Ambassador.
Original post by Nivina
Is it easy or hard to make friends at University?
Hi there,
In my experience students are usually very keen to make friends in all aspects of university, for example in your halls and in class. If you are concerned about making friends I would suggest looking for forums for your university for people to introduce themselves on and also having a look at what societies your university offers as this can be a great way to make friends.
I hope this helps,
Eleanor F
Student Ambassador
Original post by Coventry University Student Ambassadors
Hi there,
In my experience students are usually very keen to make friends in all aspects of university, for example in your halls and in class. If you are concerned about making friends I would suggest looking for forums for your university for people to introduce themselves on and also having a look at what societies your university offers as this can be a great way to make friends.
I hope this helps,
Eleanor F
Student Ambassador
In my experience students are usually very keen to make friends in all aspects of university, for example in your halls and in class. If you are concerned about making friends I would suggest looking for forums for your university for people to introduce themselves on and also having a look at what societies your university offers as this can be a great way to make friends.
I hope this helps,
Eleanor F
Student Ambassador
Thank you for the advice Eleanor!
Original post by Nivina
Is it easy or hard to make friends at University?
Hi @Nivina
Different students have different experiences when it comes to making friends.
It is totally normal to feel anxious before starting university and to feel nervous about making friends.
There can be however lots of opportunities to make friends.
Before starting university you could join social media group chats for your course and get to know people through that.
Once you get to university you may have the opportunity to make friends during freshers week and joining societies too!
Once you start studying and attending lectures and partaking in group work there may be opportunities to meet people on your wavelength and become friends through that.
It is also normal to make different friends throughout the year, the group you initially become friends with at the beginning of the year may not be the same group you're friends with at the end of the year.
It's all about conversing with others and getting to know the students around you, this can be daunting but chances are everyone will probably be feeling the same.
I hope this has been of some help!
Please don't hesitate to ask any questions
Aaliya ~ 4th year pharmacy student ~ University of Huddersfield
Original post by University of Huddersfield Student Rep
Hi @Nivina
Different students have different experiences when it comes to making friends.
It is totally normal to feel anxious before starting university and to feel nervous about making friends.
There can be however lots of opportunities to make friends.
Before starting university you could join social media group chats for your course and get to know people through that.
Once you get to university you may have the opportunity to make friends during freshers week and joining societies too!
Once you start studying and attending lectures and partaking in group work there may be opportunities to meet people on your wavelength and become friends through that.
It is also normal to make different friends throughout the year, the group you initially become friends with at the beginning of the year may not be the same group you're friends with at the end of the year.
It's all about conversing with others and getting to know the students around you, this can be daunting but chances are everyone will probably be feeling the same.
I hope this has been of some help!
Please don't hesitate to ask any questions
Aaliya ~ 4th year pharmacy student ~ University of Huddersfield
Different students have different experiences when it comes to making friends.
It is totally normal to feel anxious before starting university and to feel nervous about making friends.
There can be however lots of opportunities to make friends.
Before starting university you could join social media group chats for your course and get to know people through that.
Once you get to university you may have the opportunity to make friends during freshers week and joining societies too!
Once you start studying and attending lectures and partaking in group work there may be opportunities to meet people on your wavelength and become friends through that.
It is also normal to make different friends throughout the year, the group you initially become friends with at the beginning of the year may not be the same group you're friends with at the end of the year.
It's all about conversing with others and getting to know the students around you, this can be daunting but chances are everyone will probably be feeling the same.
I hope this has been of some help!
Please don't hesitate to ask any questions
Aaliya ~ 4th year pharmacy student ~ University of Huddersfield
Thank you for the advice Aaliya!
If you don’t mind me asking, what is University of Huddersfield like? Does it have Creative Writing as a course option?
Sincerely, Faith
Original post by Nivina
Is it easy or hard to make friends at University?
Hi @Nivina
I would say it is fairly easy to make friends at university. Everyone is in the same position; feeling a bit lost and out of place. Most people really appreciate someone biting the bullet and saying hello and inviting them to go get food or whatever! Taking initiative will get you far
Inevitably, you won’t click with some people but that’s okay! Try not to let it discourage you. You can try speaking to people next to you in lectures or join societies, which are a great place to speak to people with similar interests.Hope this helps!
Estelle
Second Year Psychology
University of Huddersfield
Hi @Nivina,
Understandably, the thought of starting uni can set the butterflies soaring in a lot of students’ stomachs. Suddenly you’ll have to learn to navigate a new city and an unfamiliar campus, full of new people and potential friends. It's very natural to feel a bit nervous but just remember, almost all of the other students will be feeling very similar.
We're positive you’ll figure everything out on your own, in your own time, but things as small as spending time in communal areas can be a great opportunity to get to know the people in your accommodation. If you haven’t met all the people you live with during the first couple of days (and are feeling particularly brave), try knocking on their doors! Chances are they’ve just been busy unpacking or that you’ve just missed each other. It’s always nice to say hi and establish some form of contact, they’re most likely just happy that you took the initiative to start the conversation.
It might sound silly but when you start your course, try sitting down next to someone you haven’t talked to before and make some casual small talk. Talking to people in your lectures is great, because not only are you making friends, but this way you also get to know people to pair up with, if there is ever a group project or some coursework you need to work together on. You already have an interest in your course in common, so that's a good start!
There is such a wide range of different events, societies and teams at university, so there should be something for everyone. Meeting people with shared interests is a great way of making friends, and this way you’ll get to know people not just on your course or in your accommodation. Also, if you’re trying out a society or an activity you’ve never done before, nothing knits people together more than learning and succeeding on something new.
We hope this helps!
Understandably, the thought of starting uni can set the butterflies soaring in a lot of students’ stomachs. Suddenly you’ll have to learn to navigate a new city and an unfamiliar campus, full of new people and potential friends. It's very natural to feel a bit nervous but just remember, almost all of the other students will be feeling very similar.
We're positive you’ll figure everything out on your own, in your own time, but things as small as spending time in communal areas can be a great opportunity to get to know the people in your accommodation. If you haven’t met all the people you live with during the first couple of days (and are feeling particularly brave), try knocking on their doors! Chances are they’ve just been busy unpacking or that you’ve just missed each other. It’s always nice to say hi and establish some form of contact, they’re most likely just happy that you took the initiative to start the conversation.
It might sound silly but when you start your course, try sitting down next to someone you haven’t talked to before and make some casual small talk. Talking to people in your lectures is great, because not only are you making friends, but this way you also get to know people to pair up with, if there is ever a group project or some coursework you need to work together on. You already have an interest in your course in common, so that's a good start!
There is such a wide range of different events, societies and teams at university, so there should be something for everyone. Meeting people with shared interests is a great way of making friends, and this way you’ll get to know people not just on your course or in your accommodation. Also, if you’re trying out a society or an activity you’ve never done before, nothing knits people together more than learning and succeeding on something new.
We hope this helps!
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