What Can Students Do to Have a Positive New Year & 2022?

There are many changes we can make which can have a positive impact on our health and wellbeing, and the New Year is a great opportunity to implement one of these into your schedule.

Getting Out and Staying Active

Are COVID and the possibility of further restrictions making it challenging to plan a positive start to your year? We all know getting-out when it’s possible to socialize can be a lot of fun, and a very healthy way to spend your time, many graduates say their social life was the high point of their university experience. If you are very concerned about Omicron, doing your activities outside with friends can minimize the risk of contracting air born viruses. Keeping to your social engagements where possible, even if the venue needs to change to being outdoors will help to fend of the blues of looming restrictions.

Fitness

Having a fitness goal such as running 5k, 10k or even a Marathon can make a big difference to your fitness motivation levels. UoB sport and fitness enter a team in the Birmingham 10k most years. Could you be part of their team? Did you enjoy playing a sport at school, but haven’t thought about it since leaving. This year could be the year to take it up again. There are many sports teams and societies at UoB that can help you reconnect with old past times. Or maybe you could get an all-round health boosts just from staying slightly more active, even lighter exercises, such as walking can provide fitness and mental health gains

Body Mind and Food

Sometimes just little adjustments to what you eat and drink, here and there, can really make a positive difference. When it comes to your mental wellbeing, being honest about what you actually need and what you can do without stressing yourself can be very helpful. Trying out a few new things and leaving those that aren’t helping you behind, is worth considering. For example, there is now a lot of awareness about the negative side effects of social media, so if you are feeling you need a mental boost or are just frustrated about the amount of time you are spending on Instagram or YouTube, try one week without them and see if it makes any difference. Maybe you have another interest in your life that has gone beyond being enjoyable and has started to impact other areas of your life in a negative way, again a short abstinence from this can break an obsessive habit, while appearing more realistic than quitting altogether. 

Working

Combining work and study can be problematic, if not clearly segmented. Working a 12 hour shift in a night club the day before an assignment is due, would be a very bad idea, unless you have already handed the assignment in. Staying organised and sticking to work plans where you struggled last year, will give you the best chance of keeping on top of things this year. 

Volunteering

If you’ve ever felt bored, why not help-out in the community or volunteer somewhere? Doing this could actually benefit someone else who needs the help. You could learn new skills, and depending on where you volunteer, you could also enhance your future career prospects. There are many organisations to pick from, from volunteer park keeping with the Green Gym to working with the homeless in a soup kitchen or as a street pastor.

Going Out

There are far fewer new years events planned this year. With many events either now being booked up or choosing to cancel, such as the London Trafalgar Square event, it may seem options are limited. However at the time of writing there are still many clubs in Digbeth and on Broad Street that will be opening their doors, while there is still space available.

 

Beyond New Year’s Eve many people are expecting the government may instigate more restrictions. It’s very unlikely that full lockdown will be put upon England again, however we might see restrictions on numbers indoors, some are already avoiding such situations. Many local businesses have adapted by providing more external seating lighting and heating. There also a number of parks in Birmingham where you can enjoy a walk or ride with a few friends. Cannon Hill park has a number of café’s and conveniences. If you were thinking of enjoying a hot chocolate after a walk, maybe you should start by exploring the home of Cadburys in Bournville? Rowheath Pavilion is one of Bournville largest parks and has a café, bar duck pond and play area (for your inner child). Rowheath was founded by George Cadbury for the families of the factory workers. It’s old tea room, now called the café, still sells Cadburys Hot Chocolate to this day .  

 

While some of the ideas above may hold no appeal to you or may be hindered by the uncertainty of COVID, a positive mind set and some determination to enjoy this year will give you a better chance of doing just that.

Unhousing is a Landlord and Accommodation Provider near Birmingham University since 1984

Unhousing owns all of their accommodation to let in Selly Oak, and don't use agents. By owning the properties, and maintaining them using our team of qualified tradesmen, we aim to provide a better service to our tenants. We deal directly with our tenants via our dedicated property office that is located in the student village of Selly Oak, conveniently situated close to our student properties. In 2019 Unihousing were selected as Birmingham’s Number 1 Student Agent and have continued to retain that title.

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What’s It Like Finding Women Only Student Accommodation?

Several factors go into students making their decision about their accommodation. It can’t be said enough though that getting your mind on the essentials in this decision-making process, such as affordability, comfort and location is massively important. What also can be an issue for some is whether or not their potential student home caters solely towards the gender they identify as. For students identifying as female, finding student accommodation that caters for women only can be a struggle.

The Reality

The reason for women-only accommodation being difficult to find is due to discrimination laws. It’s possible too that landlords might avoid the idea since it restricts who they can rent to. Here at Selly Oak-based Unihousing, we can offer first-rate Selly Oak student housing. While it is not certain whether we can cater to this need for women-only accommodation, there is a possibility that at Unihousing we can offer accommodation for females who prefer to be in a block of studios with others of the same sex. There is no guarantee of this though and you would always need to check first whether we can cater to this preference.

Houses and Studios in Selly Oak 

For all students, finding university housing can be a challenge, and it is the goal of Unihousing to make the process super simple and give you real value for money. Birmingham based, Unihousing are a letting agency Selly Oak students have put their trust in for years and years. Unihousing specialises in studios for students and student houses that are both spacious and comfortable without costing you too much. Tastefully decorated and perfectly located with quick access to public transport, pubs, shops and supermarkets, Unihousing’s Selly Oak accommodation is the stand-out choice for student housing. Discover more about our studios here, and more about our houses here.

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Student Accommodation & Activities in Winter Months

With Winter now on its way in, many students will have already begun preparation, including finding their student accommodation and budgeting for the new academic year. Reflecting on how this year has been, students will want to consider, what they are planning to do next year regarding, their budgeting, learning and living. The race to find the best student accommodation is already here. Read on for hints and tips for the winter months and how to find some great student accommodation and make the most of the winter season. 

 Find the Best Student Accommodation in Birmingham

Make the most of the the months ahead by securing student accommodation now. A good place to start is with Unifreshers' Number 1 Birmingham Student Agent. Unihousing are the ideal option for your student housing needs. Providing a high standard and servicing of their Selly Oak studios and houses to share. Unihousing’s student homes are equipped with all the essential furnishings required for a contemporary student living. Affordably priced, Unihousing’s Birmingham student accommodation is also superbly situated. Unihousing accommodation gives students easy access to both the University of Birmingham's, Edgbaston Campus, as well as local transport links and the student village of Selly Oak's amenities.  

Give Baking a Try

Eating out is something that a lot of us tend to enjoy. And although enjoying things is generally good for us, it can sometimes not be so good for the student budget. Having something enjoyable to eat that isn’t too expensive would be a welcome idea, which is why giving home baking a try could be something for you to have a think about. There’s obviously going to be heaps and heaps of various books and pieces online with all manner of hints, tips and recipes to help you with home baking, so maybe just find something that gets you excited. And maybe find something that isn’t too challenging if you are new to it.

Whatever you choose to do, the act of creating something and eating it after should be fun and rewarding. It will taste good too, hopefully. Get some of your friends and housemates involved and it can become an activity that brings you all together. It won’t be too expensive either!        

What a Laugh

Fat Penguin is a comedy night that is ideal for students as it not only hosts a number of side-splitting comedians from around the UK to its stage, but it also does not charge for entry. Rather than charging for entry, Fat Penguin instead asks for a donation, with £5 being the recommended donation. Fat Penguin is located in The Patrick Kavanagh Bar, Moseley, and is definitely worth going to. See some quality acts, support the local comedy scene and have a really good laugh in doing so.     

  

The Sunflower Lounge

The Sunflower Lounge may not necessarily be somewhere that’s deemed by all to be perfect for the modern-day student budget, but it’s definitely a place to earmark for a possible night-out. The Sunflower Lounge has its own unique, easy-going ambience, a sense of style and an atmosphere that you don’t exactly find on every street. Sitting neatly within Birmingham City Centre on Smallbrook Queensway, The Sunflower Lounge bubbles with an energy that one might not expect from viewing some of the more grey-looking buildings that stand adjacent to it. The Sunflower Lounge is both a great place to get a couple of drinks with mates and a well-regarded venue for seeing a superb selection of live music. Give it a try and it may become somewhere that you and your friends return to on a regular basis.   

  

Cannon Hill Park and the MAC

Cannon Hill Park is situated just off the Pershore Road, Moseley and is a very pleasant park to visit, especially on a lovely sunny day. Having a nice afternoon at the park might be a perfectly fine way to spend your time, and of course, it won’t really cost you anything. What you might not have realised though is that Cannon Hill Park sits with the MAC right next to it. The MAC- or Midlands Arts Centre- is a diverse place that offers an array of courses and exhibitions. It also has its own cinema, one that sometimes screens a more alternative choice of films. You may just want to head to its café for a drink or some food.      

    

The Stage Is Yours!

Another cheap and easy opportunity for entertainment is Open Mic Nights. For Birmingham students, you will be able to get to one of these Open Mic Nights without difficulty, and with the range of acts being sure to vary, you can most likely expect a memorable night. Go with friends, order a drink and maybe even have a go at performing yourself!  

Unihousing Student Accommodation in Birmingham

If the next few months ahead for you means securing suitable student accommodation in Birmingham, then Selly Oak-based Unihousing are the ideal option for your student housing needs. Providing a high standard of Selly Oak studios and houses to share, Unihousing’s student homes are equipped with all the furnishings that are needed for the contemporary student lifestyle. Affordably priced, Unihousing’s Birmingham student accommodation is also superbly situated, giving students easy access to both local transport links and nearby amenities.  

Unihousing’s Selly Oak Student Housing

Unhousing is a landlord and accommodation provider near Birmingham University since 1984. Unhousing owns all of their accommodation to let in Selly Oak and doesn't use agents. By owning the properties, and maintaining them using our own team of qualified tradesmen, we aim to provide a better service to our tenants. We deal directly with our tenants via our dedicated property office that is located in the student village of Selly Oak, conveniently situated close to our student accommodation.

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Why Unihousing Student Studios Are For You

All students want a good deal on their student accommodation for the money they hand over. At Unihousing we meld the need for an unmistakeably high standard in Birmingham student accommodation, with affordability that can satisfy any budget.  

Unihousing, a letting agency Selly Oak students have been going to for years, we provide top student studios in a bustling Birmingham area. Our university housing combines spacious rooms with pleasing decors and an array of furnishings that provide what you need to get you through the week.

 

Your Place

The inside of Unihousing studios in Selly Oak boasts a well-presented open plan living and dining area that is roomy enough for you to feel settled and compact enough to find it easy to manage and maintain. This is a studio designed for your comfort and convenience, featuring a double bed, kitchenette for easy meal preparations and a desk to let you get on with your studying and revision. We also include a TV so you can take your mind off things between lectures and sessions of study.

 

Where Our Studios Are

Our studios are situated in Selly Oak, a busy Birmingham town that is roughly 15 minutes from Birmingham City Centre and is neighboured by other towns such as Bournville and Stirchley. Our studios for students are within a short distance from the University of Birmingham too which is super-handy for getting to lectures on time every morning.

 

Nights In, Nights Out

Our studios' privacy and quiet surroundings are great for a night into the chill, but by heading to one of the local pubs or sampling the club-life in Selly Oak, you can have a brilliant night out. Get your friends together and go to one of the nearby restaurants or take a trip into the City Centre and get the most out of your Selly Oak student studio.

Unihousing’s Selly Oak Student Housing

Unhousing is a landlord and accommodation provider near Birmingham University since 1984. Unhousing owns all of their accommodation to let in Selly Oak and doesn't use agents. By owning the properties, and maintaining them using our own team of qualified tradesmen, we aim to provide a better service to our tenants. We deal directly with our tenants via our dedicated property office that is located in the student village of Selly Oak, conveniently situated close to our student properties.

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How Student Nights In Can Be Fun Nights In

Going out is not always affordable. Here are some student ways to stay occupied when staying in, and you never know, it could become a regular thing!

 

Games Tournament

Whatever your preferred choice of game or games console, you’re sure to find something you and your friends can all agree to play together and make into a tournament-style competition. Playing in pairs or simply as solo entrants, this could be a lively way to pass the time.

 

Film Night

Watching films in the evening isn’t out of the ordinary, but arranging a viewing around a particular theme or concept could be a nice change. Watch great films, hilariously bad films, or all films of a trilogy or series, there are many possibilities. And you won’t be paying cinema prices to do so either.

 

BBQ/Bring n Share Meal

If it’s feasible to do and you have the skills, doing a barbecue might be just the thing for you and your uni’ mates. Alternatively, a simple bring and share of snacks is a great way to get everybody together. You’re bound to get a variety of food brought along, and it will be cheaper than going to a restaurant too.

 

Theme Party

While parties are pretty typical, the theme for your party doesn’t have to be. While you could choose some sort of entertaining or imaginative theme, something funny is sure to please everyone. Get creative with lights or decorations if you wish, add in some bold choices of food and some games, and you could end up with a night to remember.

 

Unihousing’s Selly Oak Student Housing

Thinking about student accommodation for after the summer? Then contact Unihousing! A letting agency Selly Oak students have gone to year after year, Unihousing can provide you with a student apartment, a house to share or a student studio, all for a reasonable price. Spacious, comfortable, with amenities and public transport nearby, our university housing is more than ideal for the modern student.

Unhousing is a landlord and accommodation provider near Birmingham University since 1984. Unhousing owns all of their accommodation to let in Selly Oak and doesn't use agents. By owning the properties, and maintaining them using our own team of qualified tradesmen, we aim to provide a better service to our tenants. We deal directly with our tenants via our dedicated property office that is located in the student village of Selly Oak, conveniently situated close to our student properties.

Contact Unihousing Now to Find Your Selly Oak Student Housing!!

What Life is Like in a Selly Oak Studio or House

Student Studios

You Come First

The most obvious starting point when thinking about living in a student studio is the freedom it gives you. Renting a student studio means that you live independently and as such, can be yourself in your space day-in-day-out. For a new student who is living away from home for the first time, this could be the ideal way to ease themselves slowly and gently into this whole new phase of life. Independent living in a student studio is a quiet and relaxed choice and may come as a relief for those individuals that relish a relatively tranquil break from all the busy goings-on of the university and their accommodation’s surrounding area.

 

By placing yourself in a Birmingham student studio, you can enjoy being free from having to make all of the compromises that are a part of living with other students. In addition, you don’t have to worry about having to deal with conflicting ideas of home hygiene and tidiness; you can be as messy or as clean as you like because you’re the only person to see it.

 

Independent Lifestyle

Interestingly though, studios are also suitable for those who are focused on making the most out of all of the opportunities for socialising, parties and general get-togethers that uni’ life might present. The reason? It’s because life in a student studio is so streamlined and simple; you have a bed, other quality furnishings and then your bathroom in a separate room.

 

It’s so straightforward that you can just breeze in and out when you like, with the studio acting as more of a base than anything else. And of course, due to this type of student home being so simple, it’s super easy to maintain and therefore the perfect match for this kind of lifestyle.         

 

Student Houses

Community Living

It could be said that all of that freedom and independence could make you feel a little lonely sometimes. Some might suggest as well that being in a student studio maybe doesn’t give you the full university experience that comes with living with other students because it doesn’t create the same kind of socialising and fun that sharing a house can. And while a student studio is easy to manage, you may not like having to clean just the small space that you have, whereas cleaning duties can be shared in a house with others.

 

For those who are new to living away from home, renting a student house can be great as it means that with other tenants around you there is less chance of feeling lonely. It can be a real comfort to have others around you who might be experiencing a similar situation and with who you can build friendships.

 

There are practical advantages as well when going for a student house. One of them is that bills can be shared. Also, you have other students close by who can help with cleaning, buying food, cooking etc.

 

Where We Come In

The “We” here refers to us- Unihousing. Unihousing is a Birmingham based letting agency, that Selly Oak students have relied on over many years for quality accommodation. For Selly Oak accommodation, the Unihousing team are the people to go to, ensuring you first-rate value for money as well as housing that is modern, comfortable and homely with superb locations.

 

Student houses through Unihousing are without question tailor-made for the student experience. We provide university housing that offers undeniable convenience for you and the students that you are living with. To do this we have ensured that the kitchen is furnished to a sufficient modern standard to make preparing all meals from something light to something a little more challenging and interesting a slick, straightforward process. Also, downstairs you will discover fridge freezers, and to become the centrepiece of all evening fun and entertainment, there is a spacious lounge complete with sofas and a TV.

 

The upstairs is similarly well-prepared for the day-to-day lifestyle of the modern student. We have provided our student houses with roomy and tastefully decorated bedrooms, some of which feature en-suite bathrooms. Our bedrooms boast wardrobes as well as double beds, and upstairs you will also find at least a shower room so you can quickly and easily get up and ready for the day ahead when it suits you.

 

Unihousing studios for students are an impressive choice for a quieter place to call ‘home’ during the uni’ years. Although a simple space for student accommodation, our student studios are well-sized and exude a smart, sleek look. Brilliantly situated in Selly Oak Birmingham with quick access to the university, pubs, public transport and a range of shops, our studios are comfortably furnished and are equipped with a kitchenette for handy meal prep’ along with a double bed and TV. There is a functional separate bathroom that comprises a shower or bath, toilet, sink and heated towel rail, plus, to allow you to get on with your assignments and exam revision we have added a convenient desk for your studies.

 

Unhousing is a landlord and accommodation provider near Birmingham University since 1984

Unhousing own all of their accommodation to let in Selly Oak and don't use agents. By owning the properties, and maintaining them using our own team of qualified tradesmen, we aim to provide a better service to our tenants. We deal directly with our tenants via our dedicated property office that is located in the student village of Selly Oak, conveniently situated close to our student properties.

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Why Unihousing UoB Accommodation is the Right Choice for Birmingham Students

 A Better Deal For UoB Accommodation

One major issue in student living is money, as finances can become a little stretched. Covering costs, from food and clothes to travel and learning materials and be difficult. And with the schedule of lectures and studying, there may not be much time or opportunity left over for getting a job. While this can sound pretty daunting, it’s best to get a good start in terms of your spending by opting for Unihousing's UoB accommodation that is cost-effective in a way that suits the budget you have. This is especially true as paying out for rent on your student digs each week is probably the biggest expenditure facing you as a student from week to week.

It’s because of this that Unihousing should be near the top of your list of possible places to go to for your student accommodation. A letting agency Selly Oak students go to year after year, Unihousing offers a fine selection of student housing at a very reasonable price. We can offer studios for students, student apartments and student houses that are not only affordable but get you quite a lot for your money, including an all-around high-standard of housing quality for the price you pay. Also, with Unihousing, if you choose one of our student studios you can often find that the price of your internet and bills will be included in the price of the rent. Plus, we sometimes run offers on low or no deposits.

 

Selly Oak, Birmingham

The location of Unihousing student accommodation is also where our properties have the edge over other student housing that might be out there. We have accommodation with Selly Oak locations that are great for students for two reasons: convenience and nightlife. Firstly, the convenience is provided by way of there being several shops and supermarkets super close to where you live. This is sure to make buying all the essentials for getting through the week a whole lot easier, which is what you want when living independently for what may be the first time and having to stay on track with lectures and assignments. There are also several takeaways in Selly Oak, giving you the chance for something tasty to look forward to at the end of the day. Birmingham City Centre is only a train ride away, and with the area being well-served by nearby public transport links, it is easy to get around too.

Regarding the nightlife in Selly Oak, if you like to go to a pub or club when the sun goes down, this is the location for you. Meet up with friends, have a chat, have a laugh, and make your time in Selly Oak a fun, memorable one. For something a little quieter, you could try out one of the restaurants here such as Bohemia or Nando’s, or head down to neighbouring Stirchley to one of the many places there to get a bite to eat. And if you’re looking for more options, simply make your way into the City Centre and find somewhere there that takes your fancy.

 

Unihousing Maintenance Team

A problem with property could mean any kind of wear and tear that may be noticed during your period of tenancy within a particular accommodation. Now, of course, it should go without saying that in any kind of home at any time a problem of this nature can be a real irritation. And it could make your life more difficult too. However, when you rent a student apartment, house or one of our studios in Selly Oak, you can avoid all of this hassle as we have our maintenance team. As a result, you will be saved from the trouble of having to find people to resolve the issue on your own. With us in the middle to make the process go as smoothly as possible, our team will be able to deal with your problem quickly and efficiently, leaving you to get on with student life in your accommodation as normal. With our qualified tradesmen on hand, you can relax in your accommodation knowing that any problems will be put right, and be sure that this is another reason Unihousing are the right choice for you.

What’s Inside?

If you’re thinking about renting Selly Oak accommodation near the University of Birmingham, perhaps the most important factor in your mind is what they are like on the inside. After all, if a place does not look and feel good inside and does not have the necessary features for your lifestyle it is not going to be the right fit for you. Due to these factors being so important, Unihousing has made sure that our University housing is elegantly decorated and boasts the type of furnishings that you would expect from a fully functional modern student accommodation. Dependent on the listing/description for each specific property, you can expect Smart TVs, washer dryers, fridge freezers and study areas in our homes, and in some properties, double beds, ensuite bathrooms and spacious gardens.

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Why Birmingham Student Houses and Studios Are Cost-Effective Must-Haves

When costs pile up, so does the pressure on you. All of us have experienced this feeling before to some degree, but when you are living away from home as an independent student, having the sense that your finances are getting seriously stretched can be very stressful. As a means of side-stepping unnecessary difficulties regarding your finance, it is wise to look at your student accommodation to calculate how much money you will be handing over and what your regular costs will be like.

 

With accommodation in Birmingham, you can be sure to get a good deal with a letting agency UoB students can rely on such as Unihousing. Choosing a reliable provider for your student accommodation means you can proceed through your student living experience managing costs comfortably and making the most of the time in your student home.

 

Student Houses

Birmingham student houses with Unihousing are handsomely prepared places to get settled for your time at university. Of course, you can share this student accommodation with a group of buddies, making for time away from the university that is never dull. Unihousing accommodation is also very affordable for students at university. Sharing a house means you can spread the cost of most expenses.

Now that you have added that into your financial planning it’s time to turn your attention to other things that needed to be budgeted for. To start with, think about essential items that you will need every day, such as plates, bowls and cutlery; a trip to Ikea should be enough for this. Supermarkets also sell homeware items. A plate at Tesco for example can be bought for as little as £1!

 

Speaking of supermarkets, food shopping is one of the biggest areas of budgeting that you are likely to come across as a student. What might be the best course of action you take here is to do a little research, perhaps online, and compare prices of different supermarkets. Have a look at what food can be bought in larger quantities to save money, maybe avoid branded items and maybe share meal costs with your housemates if suitable.

 

Student Studios

Living in a student studio is a different experience than a shared house. As a student renting a studio, there’s a greater sense of independence to be had. For some, this may sound like more of an isolated way to live, but others may prefer the quiet and overall simplicity of being in this kind of accommodation. In many ways though, having a clear and sensible approach to handling costs are still essential.

Choosing a studio from Unihousing’s Selly Oak accommodation will mean that, for starters, you will receive your 100Mb broadband included in the price of rent as well as your utility bills. This is obviously in contrast to renting a student house and will shape your budgeting considerably. In addition, we sometimes have offers on our studios for low or no deposit.

 

When looking at cost-effectiveness at budgeting, travel expenses need to be considered. Not only do you need to factor in the cost of getting to and from uni, but you also need to plan for the cost of travel elsewhere. What makes our student studios easier on your bank balance is the fact that they are a short distance from shops, supermarkets, and the university itself, which reduces travelling for you. As well as all that, there are nearby public transport links to get you to the City Centre and other places of interest that are both affordable and efficient.

 

Another thing to remember is that while budgeting and sorting through costs may seem difficult, you can also make use of the various discounts that are out there to help you make a saving or two. Student Beans is a good place to start in your search for student discounts. There’s Unidays as well, and Save The Student have some good info about how to save money, too. It’s not just student discounts that are worth being aware of though, as some other deals and savings will crop up from time to time in various shops and other places to help make your financial situation just a little bit brighter.

Birmingham Student Accommodation with Unihousing

For Selly Oak student housing that meets your requirements, choose Unihousing. Whether you’re looking for a student apartment, a student house or a studio, our blend of quality and affordability makes Unihousing the lettings agency for you. Well-furnished and spacious, our student homes are simply ideal, and by being situated so close to supermarkets, pubs, shops, and supermarkets our accommodation are incredibly convenient too.

 

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A Guide to a Balanced Student Life and University Housing

Getting many things right in life depends on balance. And to get through your student experience and enjoy it as much as possible, there’s no reason why aiming for this balance now is a bad thing. Here are some tips and ideas to help all students to try and get the right balance from week to week, to make their time more healthy, less stressful, and more fun.

 

Staying Fit

Exercise may not be so appealing to everyone, but there are plenty of ways to make it fun. Simply playing a bit of football with mates for example is a good way to stay in shape. Exercise also doesn’t have to be excessively strenuous either; the fact that going for a walk is one way of keeping fit demonstrates this. What does need to be remembered though is that whatever exercise you do needs to be regular and of a substantial amount.

Healthy Diet

Maybe you won’t want to hear it but eating and drinking healthily really needs to be taken seriously. While it’s easy and fun to have a lot of takeaways or eat the most tempting thing from supermarkets, having a balanced diet and limiting your intake of food and drink that doesn’t help your body is very important. What’s great though is once you start to make the effort to do this, you should start noticing that you feel better as well.

 

Socialising

Socialising offers us some benefits and is very positive for our mental health. And although to some the idea of student living and socialising go hand-in-hand, it is easy sometimes to become isolated from people without meaning to. Doing what you can then to keep in contact and build friendships with fellow students is highly worthwhile and should make your university experience more enjoyable also.

 

Fun and Relaxation

Ultimately, this is your journey and you need to enjoy it or feel as though it is worthwhile to you as a person. Therefore using the free time you have to relax and have fun is something that shouldn’t be overlooked, especially as it can also help to improve your levels of achievement in other areas of the university. Whether you want to pursue your hobbies, play sports or go out with friends, spending your free time in a relaxing and enjoyable fashion is a sure way to improve yourself and your uni’ experience all-round.

 

Mindfulness

This is something you will probably be highly aware of through the media, as it affects all of us. And for students, mindfulness is just as relevant as it is for anyone else. With the pressures that come with exams and assignments, it’s especially important to pay attention to your mental health. You may already have some idea of what is good for your mental well-being, but it’s a good idea to find out more from the NHS and other sources, and if you’re struggling, seek help from a doctor.

 

Moderate Spending and Budgeting

A part of getting your student life in balance is getting your finances in balance. While it’s not a particularly enjoyable thing to do, sorting out your finances and trying to budget is worth doing. In the long run, doing this will help you stay more relaxed about money coming in and going out, and may help avoid money being spent wastefully.

 

Organising Your Work

As a student, studying is arguably the priority of everything you do during your time at university. If however, you find the workload a little overwhelming, then organising how you tackle it may be a useful strategy. By employing some kind of schedule or plan and giving yourself some guidance when you are struggling to focus on work when you need to, you may get more done and with less stress. By getting a little more organised you might find that rushing, panicking to complete assignments or a slow, tiring slog when working at the wrong time might become a thing of the past.

 

Selly Oak Accommodation with Birmingham’s Unihousing

Selly Oak students have relied on Unihousing's high-standard student accommodation for many years. Based in a bustling part of Birmingham that lies within an easily accessible distance from nearby districts as well as the City Centre, Unihousing offers spacious and impressive student accommodation in convenient locations. 

Providing well-furnished properties, some of which have a weekly rate inclusive of the utilities and internet bills, Unihousing can provide student apartment living as well as studios and houses that are sure to meet your requirements. All situated conveniently close to a range of pubs, takeaways and restaurants as well as train and bus transport, Unihousing is the easy option for better student living.

 Contact Unihousing today to find out more about our available accommodation!

Finding the Right Selly Oak Student Housing

Almost everyone either knows someone who has a horror story about student accommodation or has had one themselves. Poor maintenance, bad or unhelpful agents, and unsuitable accommodation are just some of the villains in these stories.

Whatever it is that you’re worried is going to spoil your time while living at university, here we show you how Unihousing can help stop you from falling into the pitfalls of renting and instead provide what it is that makes a student home right for you.

 

The Situation of the Student Property

One major factor that can make a student home a success or failure for you is how close it is to other places you need to reach regularly. If you are a University of Birmingham student, the most important place that you will need to get to regularly will be your university, which is conveniently just a short walk away.

If you are attending a university in the city centre, the nearby train station means that you are just a short train journey away. Unihousing’s Birmingham student accommodation is also located just a short distance from other parts of Birmingham such as Bournville, Kings Heath and Moseley, offering you further convenience and things to do.  

 

Feeling at Ease

No one likes to be uncomfortable where they live. And when the place you are living in is far from home, or it is the first time you have lived away from home, it’s even more important that a student home is comfortable for you.

We have made sure that our studios for students and houses offer you this comfort. Our properties are fully furnished and tastefully decorated. Furthermore, our Selly Oak student accommodation is spacious enough for you to stretch out a little and make the place your own.

 

Having a Landlord You Can Rely On

Making student accommodation good for the tenant can depend somewhat on the landlord. A good landlord that you can trust and is reliable is pretty crucial to getting the best out of living as a student. This is where Unihousing has the edge over others.

As a top-rated student letting agency in Selly Oak, we have been providing student accommodation in the area year after year that is both high-standard and affordable. Many of our tenants find us approachable and reliable, and we have a dedicated maintenance team which makes it super easy for us to take care of any problems that might happen to arise with your student property.

 

Good Amenities in the Local Area

Having everything you could need nearby is something that can make or break your experience at university. You are going to be living there for a while, during what is an important and sometimes pressurised period of your life, so you will want to know that nearby is everything you need.

Not only that, but it will be nice to know that the local area is somewhere that is fun for students to be. Luckily, Selly Oak ticks all of these boxes. Loaded with a selection of takeaways, Selly Oak is great for those quick yet irresistible student meals.

Selly Oak also boasts some restaurants for a delicious meal out, such as Parika Grill which specialises in mouth-watering Persian cuisine, the more upmarket Bohemia, and the old favourite Nando’s. As well as this, there are pubs in Selly Oak which are ideal for meeting up with your friends in the evening. It’s also got all the shops and supermarkets you should need during your time here, too.

Student Accommodation with Unihousing

Whether it’s a student studio, student apartment or student house to share with others, Unihousing is a great option for today’s students in need of accommodation to rent in Selly Oak. We have various properties available for the upcoming academic year, so get in touch today to find out more and book a viewing!