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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"

First things first – where is your UWE email? Your UWE email is one of the main ways the University will contact you, so make sure you know how to access it before term gets busy. You can access your UWE email: If you use your phone to regularly check your emails, we recommend downloading … Continue reading "Taking control of your inbox"

We’ve all struggled to connect with other people at one time or another, and university is usually the first step out of the bubble of school or college. Ironically, sometimes the more people you’re surrounded by, the easier it can be to feel lonely!  The small, everyday interactions you have all help build a sense … Continue reading "Making connections more meaningful"

Between finding your way around your new campus, meeting new people, and navigating student life, keeping on top of your budget can easily slip down the list. Here’s a quick guide to help you manage your money while enjoying being a UWE Bristol student! Local supermarkets Bigger supermarkets are usually cheaper than the smaller corner … Continue reading "How to not spend all your money in the first weeks of uni"

Did you know we have our very own doctors’ surgery right in the heart of Frenchay Campus? It’s open to all UWE Bristol students, no matter which campus you’re studying at. Register before you need an appointment: register online with the University Health Centre.  Registering with the Health Centre  You can stay registered with us … Continue reading "Your University Health Centre"

Take a look at the video above by our Disability Team on the 10 things you need to know. 1. You belong at UWE Bristol We welcome disabled students at UWE Bristol. Around 10,000 students have disclosed a disability, long‑term health condition, mental health condition, or are neurodivergent. Being disabled is a normal part of … Continue reading "Disabled student support at UWE Bristol: 10 things you need to know"

The summer before joining university feels like a blur; one minute you’re celebrating the end of an era with your friends, and the next minute you’re anticipating the big “unknown” as you embark on the next chapter of life. We understand that it’s a lot to get your head around, which is why we’ve spoken … Continue reading "Welcome to UWE! Here’s what we’d wish we’d known as first year students 🫱🏼‍🫲🏽"

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 are professionally trained to use coaching models and techniques that help you to define direction, … Continue reading "Say hello to your Student Experience Coaches"