Making Friends

It’s common to worry that you won’t make friends at college or university. However, it is important to remember that everybody will be in the same position as you. Take a look at The Student Room and Student Minds websites to find more support.

Missing Home

Perhaps you aren’t worried about missing home and you can’t wait to get started. Even so the likelihood is that someone you know or perhaps even yourself at some point may start to miss home. In those situations or for those who are feeling worried before making the move, know that moving away from home is a change that can be worrisome but one that affects everyone at some point in their life. Remember that technology can make the world of difference, as it’s easy to get in contact with the people you miss.

In the chaos and novelty of college and university life it’s easy to forget about looking after yourself, in terms of both your physical and mental health. As welcome events settle down and you find yourself with more time, you’ll have the opportunity to step back and organise your daily life.

Take a look at these resources for looking after your mental wellbeing from Student Minds.

The National Union of Students has lots of information on preparing for University, including the top 10 things to do before University.

This includes:
• Arrange your accommodation
• Sort out your finances
• Decide what to take
• Organise a railcard
• Arrange a health check
• Get to know the area
• Register with a GP
• Learn to cook
• Spend time with family and friends
• Get involved in freshers’ week