The Blog

Keep up to date with the latest student news with the Downing Student Blog. We’ve created this space for you to get the best advice about the things that matter most to you. Find up to date information on student news, student discounts and insider tips on your chosen student city. We’ve created this blog as your survival pack. It’s jam packed with all the essentials you’ll need during your time at University. This blog is your blog, welcome.

  • 8 Tips for Students: Surviving the Dissertation

    20/03/2018

    Hit the ground running with these 8 top tips for surviving your dissertation… 1. Get the right support Find out who your supervisor is as soon as possible. They will be able to provide you with guidance, support and assistance throughout your dissertation studies by helping you to define your topic, identify the relevant research […]

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  • 10 Mother’s Day Gift Ideas for Students

    09/03/2018

    Mother’s Day is fast-approaching, but there’s still time to get her a gift she’ll love! We’ve put together a list of great gift ideas for students on a variety of budgets… Under £10 1. Photo Coasters – £8.99 These photo coasters are a great way to put a smile on Mum’s face! Buy now 2. Art Print […]

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  • Living at The Railyard, Cambridge

    05/03/2018

    A Student Blog by Barbara Underwood I came to the university through clearing, so I didn’t have a chance to look around The Railyard before applying to be a resident, it was a huge leap of faith that totally paid off! Finding out that I had a place at The Railyard was an amazing moment […]

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  • Places to celebrate Chinese New Year 2018

    15/02/2018

    Chinese New Year is almost upon us! We’ve put together a list of events across the UK where you can celebrate The Year of the Dog… (If you live with us at Downing Students, don’t forget to check the social events calendar to see what’s happening at your accommodation!) Liverpool Chinese New Year celebrations in […]

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  • Last Minute Valentine’s Day Ideas

    13/02/2018

    Left Valentine’s Day to the last minute? Don’t worry, we’ve put together a list of inexpensive, last-minute gift and date ideas to surprise your loved one: Gift Ideas: • Personalise a card Moonpig is offering first class delivery on Valentine’s Day if you order before 7pm tonight! Go, go, go! • Order a box of […]

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  • 5 Organisational Tips for Students

    08/01/2018

    A new year means a fresh start! So, if your New Year’s resolution is to be more organised at university, read our top 5 organisational tips for students to help kickstart 2018 the right way… 1. Create a schedule Invest in a wall planner or diary to plot out upcoming lectures, deadlines, exam dates and […]

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  • A to Z Round-up of 2017

    21/12/2017

    With the end of the year drawing closer, we have compiled an A-Z of our favourite things that have happened this year – we hope you enjoy looking back at them. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Downing Students! A Australia voted yes to same-sex marriage. (They also stole the ashes from us, but […]

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  • Winter Fashion Essentials for Students

    18/12/2017

    It’s time to wrap up warm this winter with our 6 fashion essentials for students! 1. Warm coat As temperatures continue to drop, colder air, heavier rain and more snow expected to fall, one item definitely worth investing in this winter is a warm coat. This will make your commute to university a little more […]

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  • 10 Christmas Study Tips for Students

    14/12/2017

    Although ‘tis the season to be jolly, those January exams and fast-approaching coursework deadlines will soon be here! So, whether you’re staying at your student accommodation or heading home for Christmas, you’ll need to find a way to balance your revision with making quality time for yourself, family, friends and/or flatmates. To help you, here’s […]

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  • 6 Ways to Beat Winter Boredom

    05/12/2017

    If you’re not fond of the cold and find yourself stuck in and bored during the chilly winter months, keep yourself busy with these 6 indoor activities for students to help beat winter boredom… 1. Learn Something New Learn something new alongside your studies during the Christmas break to keep your brain active! Some ideas […]

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