This section is designed to to help you ‘adult’ at university. This tab will equip you with information ranging from meal recipes to finance management. We know how hard it is to keep finances in check when eating out, and buying event bundles are at an all time high during fresher season.
Student-staff cookbook
Illustrated below is a cookbook made in collaboration with staff and students containing some of their favourite recipes that are time and cost friendly. Click the arrows on the image below to view 8 brilliant recipes! Or click here to display the recipes in a new page: bagels, lentils with spinach and yoghurt, Gydon beef bowl, ratatouille, breakfast paratha, salt and pepper tofu, Xinjiang lamb rice, quick pasta sauce.
Managing your finances
It’s time you get familiarised with Money Saving Expert and Save The Student. Many of us weren’t taught about money management, budgeting, credit scores, and other financial skills in school. Take the time to read up and ensure you’re well-prepared to manage your finances effectively. Alongside this, we’ve curated a list of resources to help you manage your finances!
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Here are some good apps to help you budget better!
Setting up a bank account?
- Monzo and Revolut are the easiest for everyone, including international students! You can set up an account on the app and receive your card in days, as long as you have some proof of ID!
- Most banks offer a variety of perks to 1st year students (such as a free railcard from Santander!), when you open an account with them. But to understand which is the best deal please read the most trusted guide from the Money Saving Expert. Note, some of you may be rejected, don’t worry if this happens, it’s usually because students don’t have much of a credit history when the bank checks you. Learn how to build one here.
NHS, Oyster and Railcard
Below we provide more detailed information on how to register to a GP at the NHS (National Health Service). As well as, for an Oyster card and Railcard to use public transport at a discounted price. Please read the information carefully and follow the instructions, to ensure you’re ready for the year ahead.
International Student Testimonial
Hear from Fatima and Livy on their experiences with adapting to the culture and universitiy life in the UK
Student-Friendly Food Spots
Here we’ve compiled a list of some of the best food spots on campus and around South Kensington! Click on the circles for more detail