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Learn how to thrive at university

Welcome to Bright Network's Uni Life hub – your go-to resource for tips, insights and advice about thriving at university.

University life is about more than just studying. Alongside your academics, you'll balance living away from home, maintaining a social life, building your future career and remembering to do your laundry all at the same time.

Wondering how to navigate the exciting chaos and live your best uni life? Look no further.

In this hub:

Finding your people
Staying afloat
Keeping well
Developing yourself
Building your career
Bridging the gap from school to uni

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Finding your people at uni

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Build the community you've always wanted.

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How to make friends at university

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Tips for non-drinkers at university: freshers' week and beyond

Reading time: 5 mins

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The ultimate guide to networking

Reading time: 8 mins

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20 students on finding their people and making friends at university

Reading time: 4 mins

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Breaking down imposter syndrome at university

Reading time: 4 mins

Staying afloat

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Keep your finances (and your work-life balance) in check.

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How to budget for life as a student at university

Reading time: 7 mins

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How to balance university with working part-time as a student

Reading time: 4 mins

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How to get a job without work experience

Reading time: 8 mins

Keeping well

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Look after your body and your mind while you're at uni.

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Navigating university as a neurodivergent student

Reading time: 6 mins

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How to deal with career anxiety while job searching

Reading time: 5 mins

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Stress management tips from a recent graduate

Reading time: 4 mins

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Why you should inform your university or employer about your mental health condition

Reading time: 3 mins

Tips for seeking reasonable adjustments for dyslexia and dyspraxia

Reading time: 4 mins

Developing yourself

A smiling Asian student with sketches of headphones and a watch around him

Always stay learning, evolving and improving.

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How to revise at uni: tips and methods for studying effectively

Reading time: 4 mins

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Eight tips for the night before and day of an exam

Reading time: 3 mins

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Let’s get digital: your guide to online etiquette

Reading time: 8 mins

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How to deal with job rejections

Reading time: 6 mins

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Your guide to overcoming imposter syndrome

Reading time: 6 mins

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How to get out of your comfort zone

Reading time: 6 mins

Building your career

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Take our advice and graduate with a first-class CV.

How to maximise work experience while at university

Reading time: 3 mins

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How to build your career in your first year of university

Reading time: 6 mins

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How to use LinkedIn as a student or recent graduate

Reading time: 5 mins

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How to use AI responsibly for job searching and applications

Reading time: 15 mins

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Types of student and graduate opportunities

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How many jobs should you actually apply for?

Reading time: 11 mins

Bridging the gap

Stepping from one phase of life to another is always a challenge. We're here to help you make the jump from classroom to campus.

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From picking up keys to partying: find out what freshers' week is all about.

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Guide to freshers' week

Reading time: 6 mins

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Ten top tips for freshers

Reading time: 5 mins

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25 students share their advice for freshers at university

Reading time: 4 mins

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What to take to uni: your university packing list

Reading time: 4 mins