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For many students, university life offers a lot of new experiences, including new relationships. You will meet new romantic partners, new course mates, flatmates or new friends — as well as experiencing extended time away from old friends, partners or family members. You might also be living abroad for the first time or discovering your … Continue reading "Healthy relationships at university"

by Becky Risley We want to make sure you’re safe, whatever substance you choose to use. That’s why we’ve created a series of guidance telling you how you to look after yourself, before, during and after using a substance. So let’s get started… Alcohol. From a chemical point of view, alcohol is a broad class … Continue reading "Your harm reduction guide to alcohol"

by Amina This year I am really looking forward to making the most of my third year at university. Securing my role as a student career coach has allowed me to widen my network within UWE and consider alternative career options that I otherwise would not have been aware of. Within this role, I have … Continue reading "My career top tip"

If you’re someone who struggles with your mental health then it’s important to remember that you’re not alone. Recent research by Student Minds revealed that one in four students have a diagnosed mental health issue, and 30 per cent said their mental health had got worse since starting university. It’s not hard to see why … Continue reading "Recipe for a good mental health chat"

Support we offer you here at UWE comes in many different forms – this includes a team of Student Experience Coaches who are here to help you achieve your goals and make the most of university life. Student Experience Coaches use coaching models and techniques that help you to define direction, overcome obstacles and achieve … Continue reading "Introducing your Student Experience Coaches"

#CleanEating. The baby food diet. Lemon-infused coffee. Tadpole water. Raw milk.  Chances are that if you know what any of the above means then it’s because you saw someone promoting it on social media as a wellness trend.  It’s completely normal to want to be fit and healthy. And when you see someone online talking … Continue reading "#CleanLiving – Tackling social media wellness trends"

Have you ever taken the time to think about the considerable investment you are making by choosing to study at university? We’re not just talking about the money (although we know that’s significant ) – it’s also the time, energy and effort that you are putting into your degree.   We want you to focus on … Continue reading "How to maximise your uni investment"

Student living costs are at an all-time high, and in 2024, 58% of students said their maintenance loan doesn’t cover their living costs. With that in mind, you might be thinking about picking up a part-time job to help ease the pressure. Here’s a quick guide to finding and balancing work alongside your studies: What … Continue reading "Finding part-time work"