If you’re into your first year of university or planning to start a course after the summer, there are various things to consider – both regarding making the most of your studies and your social life. For many, going away to university is the first taste of real freedom. However, it’s important to remember to keep a level head and focus on your end goals while also having fun! Here are four things to keep in mind:
Be happy in your home.
You’ll notice the loss of your home comforts when you leave the family nest. That doesn’t mean you must move to some nasty old student digs, though! There are lots of student accommodation options out there; for example,
Study hard
Going to university doesn’t come cheap these days, and you shouldn’t think that your years away from home are just one big excuse to party all the time. Remember the real reason you have gone to university: to [/caption] or other qualifications to set you on the path to career success. It means you must knuckle down on your studies, attend lectures, complete your coursework, and prepare for exams to the best of your abilities. You can, of course, have a bit of fun too. After all, everything is in moderation.
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.Eat well
Leaving the family home often means no more homemade meals for you sat waiting on the table every evening. It’s down to you to do the grocery shopping and plan what you will eat each day. When you’re a student, you don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen daily or spend a fortune. Think ahead and plan your meals. One idea is to bulk cook and freeze food in portions to have a longer supply of meals that you need to defrost and heat. You could also pool resources with any housemates, share the cooking duties, or cook and eat together when possible. It really can be a pleasant activity!
However, make sure you have a well-balanced diet. You don’t want to eat microwave meals and chips every week, with no fresh fruit or veg!
Keep fit
As well as eating well, you need to keep yourself in good shape, especially if you like having a few drinks and then heading to the kebab shop. Regular exercise can be good for the body and the mind. So, think about how you can get active. It could be walking, riding your bike to lectures, or joining a gym or fitness class.
