Heading off to university can be a daunting and mind-altering experience. Everything is all so new, and you are so far from home in a place where – more often than not – you have no idea where to start.
Without parents and long-term pals to pull you through your first taste of real adult life, it can be difficult to know where to turn. Figuring it out starts with exploring and understanding the city, continues with taking the pressure off, and ends with looking after yourself (and unfortunately, your bank account) is the key.
I just started my fourth year of studying in Manchester and I can honestly say they have been the best years of my life, but here are 13 things that would have been hugely helpful if I knew them before I started.
13. Join Societies
If you want to make great friends and always have something to look forward to, join a society. Whether it’s a team night out or getting down to business, Manchester will have something to get you going. A lot of venues give out free tickets to societies who apply, with Revolution and 256 at the front of the social game. | Ria Ghei