The guide to Leicester festivals
Leicester is a vibrant, multicultural city that celebrates its diversity day-to-day – but also through festivals spread throughout the year. It's home to some of the oldest and largest festivals in the UK, so make the most of your summer and enjoy all of the Leicester festivals.
How to manage loneliness as a student
The rose-tinted view you have of uni may involve meeting like-minded people, having a rich social life and even making friends you’ll be close to 30 years from now. While that’s definitely all part of the experience, it’s also worth acknowledging head-on that there are times.
Student Connor shares his experience living at The Heights
Living and studying in Birmingham city centre is an exciting prospect for so many reasons, so we hope to enhance your student experience even further when you live with us at one of our two Birmingham properties, The Heights and The Old Fire Station. We spoke to second-year.
Moving to the UK for uni? Top tips before you fly the nest
Uni? Tick. Accommodation? Tick. Luggage? Tick. Start your uni chapter off right and bring everything you need first time round!
5 tips to make the most out of our refer a friend scheme
Mates, amigos, compadres, chums, pals, besties – whatever you call them, there’s no doubt our friends can become like family, seeing us through the highs and the lows of life.
The student guide to Leicester
Leicester may be (fun fact incoming) home to British staple Walkers Crisps, but it’s also known for being one of the most diverse cities in the United Kingdom. If you’re going to be studying in Leicester for the first time, or want to truly understand the city, our guide to.
Top days out in and around Swansea for students
If you’re living with us at St Davids or considering our Swansea accommodation for next year, then you’ll be in the enviable position of being surrounded by a great choice of days out and sights to see when it’s time for a break from studying.
Student Abbie on making memories at Pittodrie Street
A fulfilling uni experience is as much about making memories and friendships as it is about the studying. At Student Roost, we aim to provide an environment that enriches your student experience from year to year, so we were happy to hear from Aberdeen resident and second year.
Top 5 bakes to impress your uni flatmates
Fancy yourself as Gen Z's Mary Berry or simply love to rustle up goodies in the kitchen for you and your friends to share? It's time to impress your flatmates and show off your baking skills with some tasty treats.
Student Emma on three years at St Davids
At Student Roost, we love to hear from the people who live with us. Our Roosts are nothing without students living in and enjoying what we have to offer, so we welcome real stories from residents – just like Emma, who’s returned year after year to our Swansea property.
Brighton city guide for students
Brighton has plenty to offer to its student population. Whether you’re a seasoned seaside visitor and have been studying in Brighton for a while, or you’re looking to learn in the city for the first time, our Brighton city guide is the perfect accompaniment to your university.
7 tips to boost student mental health
Wherever you are in your student journey, you’re likely facing pressures to do with uni life on top of all the stresses and anxieties that modern life can throw our way. Here’s our guide to boosting your student mental health when times get tough.