E40: Your first year at uni – what to expect from student life

Starting university: freshers, finance, studies and settling in

In this episode, we’re diving into what student life is really like in your first year of university – from the excitement of freshers’ week to the realities of budgeting, balancing studies, and settling into a whole new way of learning and living.

We’ve brought together current students to share their honest experiences and advice – covering the things they wish they’d known, the surprises (good and bad!), and the lessons they’ve learned along the way.

We’ll cover:

• How university life differs from school or college – and what to expect in your first few weeks
• What freshers' week is really about – and how to make the most of it
• The opportunities that come with student life – from societies to independence
• Advice for balancing academic work with social life and everything in between
• Real talk: any regrets or challenges? And how they were overcome
• The top tips our panel would give their younger selves before starting uni

If you’re preparing for university – or just curious about what the first year is really like – this episode is packed with practical insights, reflections and reassurance to help you start your journey with confidence.

Tune in now to hear what student life is actually like – from those who’ve lived it.

Featuring:

Foujia Abdus Begum, first year student at University College London

Reece Buckley, second year student at Manchester Metropolitan University

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