Seeing More, Doing More

Being a Birmingham student puts you in a highly appealing city to live in, and it also makes it incredibly easy to find student accommodation that you can be happy with. Unihousing, with their high-standard student studios and houses are your solution to seeking-out the right kind of student housing for you. Based in Selly Oak Birmingham, Unihousing pride themselves on paving the way the for student tenancies that are as straightforward and positive as possible, whilst making sure that the student accommodation they provide is comfortable and spacious as well as convenient and affordable.

What’s On?

It’s easy to find yourself in front of the television at the end of the day or at the weekend, watching a film or the next episodes of your favourite shows. While this is certainly relaxing, there are much more exciting ways you can watch movies and TV shows, or even freshen-up your viewing routine, especially for Birmingham students.

For those students in Birmingham, The MAC (Midlands Arts Centre) is running a number of very interesting films at their cinema between May and June. This is your opportunity to dive into some really fascinating choices of film, ranging from the edgy to the more exotic, and to get ideas for more things to watch and explore.

On The Edge

What better way to shake-up your regular viewing patterns then heading over to The MAC for the Controversy Season? A line-up of screenings that takes in some of the more provocative examples from TV history, this season sees The MAC presenting some of the most striking films to ever be released, all of them having sparked controversy at some point since their initial production. This season includes the unforgettable A Clockwork Orange (1971), as well as Scum (1979), a depiction of the borstal system in 1970s Britain that was bloody and violent and banned by the BBC.

With selected screenings being accompanied by Q&As or special introductions, this is a chance to see some compelling movies you may not have seen before that are sure to get you thinking.

World Cinema

Why not go further with your cinematic adventure and delve into some of the latest World Cinema offerings. From May to June, you have the opportunity to catch some bold and intriguing movies from around the globe. Check-out the MAC website now for more information!

Birmingham Indian Film Festival

Get to the MAC a little further into June, and you can experience the Birmingham Indian Film Festival (presented by LIFF). The MAC will be showing a diverse collection of films that will be tackling a fascinating range of highly relevant key themes and issues. So why not get down there and take a look?

While You’re There….

Another advantage of being a student in Birmingham is that no matter where you find yourself, there’s a good chance that you will never be too far from something interesting to see and do. And this is certainly true of the MAC. The MAC is located in Cannon Hill Park, Moseley, which is close to various places that might be worth a visit. So, if you make plans to go to the MAC for a screening or anything else that takes your fancy, you could easily opt for another activity close-by and make a day of it.

A Couple of Nearby Places

Birmingham Wildlife Conservation Park: Offering an eye-opening trip through some of the exotic reaches of our natural world, the Birmingham Wildlife Conservation Park makes for a fun way to spend an hour or two on a Saturday and at just £5.30 for a student ticket, it won’t cost you too much either.

Golden Putter Mini Golf: Located in Cannon Hill Park, the Birmingham course for the Golden Putter Mini Golf features a challenging number of holes that put you to the test. Imaginatively spread-out over an engagingly devised man-made terrain, the Golden Putter Mini Golf course boasts a delightful conglomeration of islands with accompanying walkways, cobbled paths and waterfalls that are bound to keep you busy for a bit.

Unihousing

Birmingham is an obvious choice for students looking for accommodation that truly meets their needs. And with Unihousing’s Selly Oak properties, you can be sure that the location of your student accommodation will enable you to get to all of the necessary shops, supermarkets and other amenities on a regular basis.

Also in Selly Oak, you will discover a number of pubs, clubs and restaurants to make your evenings and weekends that little bit more enjoyable. Plus, with Selly Oak being so well-served by public transport, access to all of the attractions pointed-out above and everything else that’s fun to see and do in the City Centre should be no problem whatsoever.            

       

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How to Get Some Extra Cash as a Student

A difficult yet commonplace part of the student experience is a shortage of money. This becomes a bigger issue when summer arrives, and there is not enough in your account to allow you to make the most of the sunny weeks you have to yourself once the term finishes. In addition to the cash-flow issue, another factor that’s common to the student experience is living away from home in student housing. 

No matter what you have become accustomed to since moving out of home, student accommodation that is suited to you can always be found with Unihousing. Based in Selly Oak, Birmingham, Unihousing provide high-standard and affordable student studios and houses that are situated in excellent locations.

Extra Cash?

As nice as it may sound to simply have more money, it is actually quite easy to boost your finances by just clearing out some of your old belongings. Clothes, CDs, DVDs, unused tech and other unwanted stuff- all of these could make you a good sum of money if you can sell them to the right person or place, and all of this can generally be sorted by accessing the internet.

Where You Can Look

Preloved

Based on a three-step process, selling your things on the popular site Preloved is pretty straightforward. Placing an emphasis on trust between those interacting through their site, Preloved is a large and diverse site that offers you a no-fee basic-level sign-up. It may just be the place for you to clear out some of your unwanted yet totally ‘must-have’ items.

C-EX

C-EX is a great place to go if you’re looking to trade in your unwanted tech. If you find any DVDs or games/games consoles that you don’t need any more, C-EX might give you a good price for what you have. More retro games consoles from the 90s and beyond such as the Sega Mega Drive 2 for example, can be particularly valuable. C-EX is situated on most high-streets and has their own website, which means that you can check online what kind of price they can offer for the items you want to take in before you make the journey to one of their stores.

eBay

An obvious choice perhaps, eBay is really easy to use to your advantage when trying to raise a little extra cash, so it shouldn’t be overlooked. Also, given that it has such a wide-reach across all-manner of categories, eBay is a useful way to get a general overview of what your possessions might be worth. This might help you if you are planning to go elsewhere with your goods and want to be sure that these places offer you a reasonable price. Make sure you don’t get stung by listing fees, however.

Other Places

There’s also Facebook Marketplace, Gumtree and Craigslist. As always with selling things online, it’s wise to approach with caution and read the small print. Stick to well-known and reputable sites so you can be sure you’re protected should anything bad happen.

Further Out

Although going online can seem like the easy way to do things, you could always take the more old-fashioned route and try a car boot sale. A quick Google search reveals that several car boot sales take place in Birmingham. This could be a great way to make some extra money on your old stuff and might make a fun activity for you and your friends. 

If you find yourself with several possessions that you can’t get any money for or simply need to clear-out for whatever reason, then you could donate your stuff to a charity shop. There are bound to be some near you and the items you hand-over will surely be appreciated, too. Also, if it is just clothes that you no longer need, clothes banks dotted around the city are great places for them. They’ll be going to a good cause as well.

Unihousing Student Accommodation

Birmingham student accommodation should meet your requirements and not just your budget. Offering both student studios and houses to share that are spacious, tastefully decorated and equipped with all of the furnishings needed for the student lifestyle, Unihousing’s properties are a must-see if you want a student home that you can feel comfortable and relaxed in.

Alongside these features, Unihousings’ student properties allow you to enjoy the benefits of the local area. This is made possible via the convenient situation of these accommodations, meaning that getting-out to nearby pubs, clubs, cafes and restaurants in the Selly Oak area can become a regular thing for you and your mates. Plus, with Unihousing’s accommodation being so close to public transport links, getting the bus or train to the City Centre or other Birmingham towns will be simple, quick and cost-effective.          

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7 Ways to Improve Your Student Experience

There’s no denying the difference that comfortable and spacious accommodation can make to your student experience. Selly Oak-based Unihousing is in the position to offer Birmingham students the kind of housing that help make student years more enjoyable. Whether you opt for one of their private and modern student studios or a house to share with your friends, Unihousing’s well-priced and high-standard student accommodation is ideal for a better, more comfortable student living experience.

Travel and Holiday

A good way to get out and get away from it all, travel is something that you can look forward to and can make for a truly memorable experience. A lot of how good this holiday experience will be is dependent on how you approach it, so begin by making a plan of what to look for and what you would like to get out of your trip away. It’s probably best to be realistic about what you can afford of course, but with a little effort, identifying some holiday options that are both appealing and well-suited to the student budget should be within your reach. With some friends chipping in and making use of student discounts, you can have some great experiences.

Stay in Touch

Though it can perhaps be complicated by the use of phones and social media, having good, solid conversations with friends or family is extremely important to your well-being. It can be a way to address any problems you are facing and stop you from becoming isolated, which is something that can affect anyone, including students.

If you do find that the issues you have are becoming a little too much and talking to those around you hasn’t helped, or it is just not the right option for you to take, then seeking help elsewhere is the sensible route to choose. The University of Birmingham offers a student support program that can help with whatever problems you’re facing. Your mental health is important, so make sure you place the right emphasis on this aspect of your well-being.

Socialising

Just as important in many ways as talking is spending time with others and socialising. An additional way in which you will feel less of the effects of potential isolation, socialising is best when it takes place around activities. Parties, trips to the cinema, nights out- whatever it is that’s going on, it’s an easy way to keep in touch with people as well as an obvious way to really enjoy yourself. And while money can be tight which makes going-out to places a little difficult, just having a simple get together with mates is just as rewarding.

Your Fitness

While it’s not always easy or convenient, doing what you can to stay healthy should always be one of your priorities. The list of factors that contribute to healthy eating is extensive and worth exploring online, but keeping fit is perhaps a little more simple and no less important. The added advantage with keeping fit is that you should feel better too, meaning that it has benefits that are emotional as well as physical. Ride a bike, go for a run, play a sport with friends- there are so many possibilities!

Finding an Outlet for You

Finding an outlet so that you can be creative, keep yourself active or relieve your stress can be a way of spending your spare time at university. Activities like writing, creating art, blogging or gaming are all great ways to express yourself. This can help you build character, and give you time to recharge your batteries after stressful university work or busy nights out.

Variety

As a general point, it’s probably never advisable to simply stay doing the same things and following the same routines for too long. It’s a good idea to be open to trying new things, especially while you have the opportunity at university. This way you will give yourself opportunities to discover something new and get a fresh perspective perhaps on your situation as well as helping you to stay clear of the boredom that comes with the over-familiar. Sometimes, just the simple act of learning a new thing can have a positive impact on you, too. A great way of achieving this is with societies, where you can share your new experiences with new people.

Student Accommodation with Unihousing

For students located in Birmingham, it is not only the all-round quality of Unihousing’s student studios and houses that gives them an edge over the competition. In amongst the number of features that make Unihousing accommodation so appealing, such as their furnishings and tasteful interiors is their superb situation. With Unihousing’s student studios and houses placed within a short distance from the University of Birmingham Edgbaston campus as well as local public transport links and supermarkets, their range of student housing is a sensibly convenient choice for the contemporary student. Plus, with pubs, restaurants and a bustling nightlife sitting nearby, Unihousing’s student accommodation is an easy choice for any student in Birmingham.

Get in touch with Unihousing today and discover what we can do for you!