UK & Ireland

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Report finds 60% of UK’s disabled students miss out on funding

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​As the Department for Education's recent report shows that 60% of disabled students were unaware of Disabled Student Allowances, pressure is to be put...
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UK university to offer ‘happiness lessons’ following student suicides

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Students at the University of Bristol will be offered 12-week courses in happiness from September 2019, as part of the university's response to a...
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Irish students hit by uni rent spike ahead of rent cap imposition

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In an already difficult housing market for students, Irish universities have increased the prices of their on-site housing ahead of rent caps being imposed...
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Computer Science students most likely to drop out in UK

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Computer Science students are less likely to complete their course in the subject than any others, according to HESA figures for the UK published...
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The bountiful benefits of UK students to the local economy

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Student spending supports over £80bn of UK economic output, according to research by the National Union of Students. This spending generates over £25bn of...
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London uni creates male student mental health blueprint

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In light of recent studies showing that male students are at an increased risk of suicide, Birkbeck University of London are pioneering a strategy in consultation with...
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Change is coming: young people’s perspectives on mental health

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From the Global Student Living Conference 2018. Head here to register your interest for future GSL conferences, and learn more about the GSL Conference here. https://vimeo.com/368273819 Mental health charity...
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10-year report finds UK students socialise less in accommodation

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For insights like this into national student accommodation trends, download the Shifting Foundations report here. Students have become more private and less interested in socialising...
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UK students’ uni options limited by expensive train costs for open days

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Prospective students are being priced out of far-flung universities due to the high cost of cross-country train travel, limiting the choices of disadvantaged students. Social...
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Bath Spa students given cards to test for drink spiking

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Students joining Bath Spa University in the autumn will receive drink spiking test cards in their induction packs, amid increased reports of drink spiking. Made...
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