Acis Students Blog

Mental health and wellbeing

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Mental health and wellbeing – Nottingham

Taking care of your mental health and wellbeing should always be top of your agenda, but sometimes it’s ...
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Mental health and wellbeing – Sheffield

Taking care of your mental health and wellbeing should always be top of your agenda, but sometimes it’s ...
stay safe

Safeguarding yourself and others

It’s very easy to slip into a situation that you’re not quite comfortable with, or for an accident to ...
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Don’t let Blue Monday get you down

You might already know that every January, there’s a Blue Monday. This is supposedly the point where ...
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Money help

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Gifting on a budget

Got lots of birthdays coming up and not sure how you’re going to pay for everything? It’s ok to be honest ...
Graduate money

Ways to save and make money

With cost of living drastically affecting people across the UK, it’s necessary to have all the knowledge ...
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Budgeting

It can feel very overwhelming having to manage money, especially if it’s your first time doing so. Below ...
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Eating well on a budget

It can be really difficult to know how to budget, as well as making sure you’re eating properly. We’ve ...
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Parents/guardians

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Attending open days as a parent

Got an open day booked in and feeling nervous about how to handle it as a parent? You’re there to support ...
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Parents checklist: Choosing a university

Helping your child find the right university for them can be really exciting, but also really stressful. It’s ...
Moving house

Prepping before moving in

It’s a big change having your child move to university, and it can be overwhelming, especially if you’re ...
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Support

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Finding your accommodation through clearing at The Trigon

Going through clearing? Have a place but not sure how to find your accommodation? Have no fear! ...
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UniKitOut

Excited to come to university? Ready to get yourself organised? Want to make life easier? We know a ...
GSLI

Global Student Living Index – what is it?

You might have heard us, or other providers, talking about student surveys or asking you to give feedback ...
contract signing

What to look for before signing a student contract

Signing a contract can be scary, especially if you don’t really understand what is being asked of you. ...
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Student tips

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Happy Palentines Day! ❤️

If you’re feeling lonely this Valentine’s Day, here’s your reminder to meet up with friends and focus ...
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Culture Shock

Culture shock is a normal feeling when you move to a new place. Whether you’ve moved to university from ...
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Welcome to your first week at university

It’s your first week! You’re in a new place, with new people and an exciting adventure ahead of you. ...
Packing

Tips for departing your accommodation

So, you’ve had a great year, you’ve accomplished lots and you’re ready to enjoy the summer months. Moving ...
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