2025 applicants: what info do you need the most before starting uni?
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2025 applicants: what info do you need the most before starting uni?
Life & money skills (cooking, budgeting, finance) 37%
Accommodation (what to pack, accommodation options etc.) 11%
Information on commuting to uni 9%
Social life (making friends, freshers, societies and clubs) 16%
Wellbeing & Mental Health 2%
Academic prep (study skills, study support) 21%
Something else or want to tell us more? post in the thread!5%
Total votes: 57
Let's face it, there's a lot more to preparing to start university than just turning up in September. For instance, commuting to campus (if you don't already live there), making friends and joining societies, budgeting for meals and eating well or budgeting in full-stop! 
We get it, there's a lot to do, but rest assured, you're not alone
That's why we want to know, if you had to choose just one, what do you feel you need just a little bit more help with before you start university?
We've highlighted just a few of the many things you may need to consider in your prep but if there is anything we've missed or more you'd like to say, drop a message below
And finally, anyone who's already gone through this process, what would your top advice be for those just starting out?
We get it, there's a lot to do, but rest assured, you're not alone
That's why we want to know, if you had to choose just one, what do you feel you need just a little bit more help with before you start university?
We've highlighted just a few of the many things you may need to consider in your prep but if there is anything we've missed or more you'd like to say, drop a message below
And finally, anyone who's already gone through this process, what would your top advice be for those just starting out?
(edited 3 months ago)
Reply 1
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Tagging in some of you who have ticked you're applying for uni in 2025 - feel free to ignore but we'd love to hear your thoughts 
2025 Applicants
Reply 2
Commuting to the campus (location, nearby stations, town center) is mostly important if you are planning to commute. If you are not commuting, then looking for the nearest university accommodation, the cost of living in that specific city, and choosing a safe neighbourhood environment are necessary. Budgeting, financing, and academic prep(lectures, timetables, getting to know your teachers, and familiarizing yourself with the campus) will be the next steps to look for.
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