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Gateways Resources<\/a> \/ Home \/ Year 7 \/ What is student life like?<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ specialty=”on” parallax_method_1=”off” parallax_method_2=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.74″ transparent_background=”off” prev_background_color=”#000000″ next_background_color=”#1d1d1d”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″][et_pb_sidebar admin_label=”Left Nav Sidebar” area=”et_pb_widget_area_1″ show_border=”off” module_id=”left-nav-menu” _builder_version=”3.0.74″ remove_border=”on”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_sidebar][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ specialty_columns=”2″][et_pb_row_inner admin_label=”Row” _builder_version=”3.0.47″][et_pb_column_inner type=”4_4″ saved_specialty_column_type=”2_3″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.17.6″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” module_alignment=”left” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid”]<\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n Being a student is a great life experience and there are so many different, exciting aspects of student life. Whilst you\u2019re on the Gateways programme, we\u2019ll explore all about student life in lots more detail but for now let\u2019s just cover some of the basics.<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.17.6″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” module_alignment=”left” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid”]<\/p>\n HE campuses can be pretty impressive places – they are the heart of the institution after all. Take a look at The University of Manchester\u2019s flyover video of the campus. You can see the campus is a mix of traditional, old buildings mixed with new, innovative spaces. You\u2019ve got study spaces, the library, research buildings, and places to grab something to eat.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_video src=”https:\/\/youtu.be\/UvawmG2nnIE” _builder_version=”3.17.6″]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_video][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.17.6″]<\/p>\n The University of Manchester is a campus university, meaning all the<\/span> buildings are together in one place. However other HE campuses may have a slightly different format because they\u2019re based in a city, which means the buildings are spread across different areas. Although campuses can seem like a scary place at first and you may think that you\u2019ll never find your way around, lots of students feel comfortable after the first week and love spending time on campus.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.17.6″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” module_alignment=”left” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid”]<\/p>\n Being a student isn\u2019t just about studying! Taking part in extra-curricular activities is also really encouraged at University. At University we have student societies \u2013 these are similar to what you would call afterschool clubs. The Students\u2019 Union (SU) is the home of these societies!<\/p>\n Societies are a great way to make new friends, gain new skills, and to take some time out from studying – plus, it looks really good to employers when you’re applying for jobs! You may recognise some societies because they\u2019re the same as your extra-curricular activities at school (for example football, hockey, drama, or choir) but there are some more unusual societies that you can take part in too.<\/p>\n Check out all of the societies at the University of Manchester and try and find the most unusual one!<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n The Students\u2019 Union isn\u2019t just the home of societies. At the SU, you can get involved in loads of different things whether that\u2019s volunteering opportunities, campaigning for something you believe in or meeting friends for some food. Students\u2019 Unions will also offer free, impartial advice services for things like financial queries, accommodation issues or personal worries. A Students\u2019 Union is run by students for students!<\/p>\n Check out this video of everything The University of Manchester\u2019s SU offers:<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner _builder_version=”3.17.6″][et_pb_column_inner type=”4_4″ saved_specialty_column_type=”2_3″][et_pb_video src=”https:\/\/youtu.be\/Z2XtrOf1XWg” _builder_version=”3.17.6″]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_video][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner _builder_version=”3.17.6″][et_pb_column_inner type=”4_4″ saved_specialty_column_type=”2_3″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.17.6″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” module_alignment=”left” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid”]<\/p>\n Going into higher education is a really exciting time and is also a great way to grow your independence. One way students do this is by moving into halls of residence. Often these halls will be blocks of accommodation dotted around campus or in the surrounding neighbourhoods. There are a few questions for you to think about when deciding which halls of residence you want to stay in:<\/p>\n Watch this video to find out more about student life in halls:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_video src=”https:\/\/youtu.be\/BmP7SFtu3tk” _builder_version=”3.17.6″]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_video][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner _builder_version=”3.17.6″][et_pb_column_inner type=”4_4″ saved_specialty_column_type=”2_3″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.17.6″]<\/p>\n Don\u2019t worry if you feel like you wouldn\u2019t want to move away from home to go to HE, there are lots of students who choose to live at home whilst they study. One student has written about their experience of living at home whilst studying at university \u2013 check it out here!<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner _builder_version=”3.17.6″ collapsed=”off”][et_pb_column_inner type=”4_4″ saved_specialty_column_type=”2_3″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.17.6″]<\/p>\n Although going into HE is exciting, it can also be really scary. Feeling this way is completely normal, and there\u2019s no need to worry because there are plenty of people and services to support you with just about anything! Here\u2019s just a few of the support services in place at Manchester<\/p>\n All of the above services make sure that students are managing their own wellbeing whilst studying in HE. It’s important that you look after your own wellbeing too!<\/p>\n Check out Student Wellbeing Assistant, Nancy, and her top tips on managing your wellbeing in this video:<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner _builder_version=”3.17.6″][et_pb_column_inner type=”4_4″ saved_specialty_column_type=”2_3″][et_pb_video src=”https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=oMySOR-r6l4″ _builder_version=”3.17.6″]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_video][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner _builder_version=”3.17.6″][et_pb_column_inner type=”4_4″ saved_specialty_column_type=”2_3″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.17.6″]<\/p>\n Now you’ve got more info about what student life is like for students in universities and higher education, let’s find out more about some celebrities and very important people (VIPs) who studied in HE. Continue your exploration of higher education by clicking the box below to check out some VIPs with degrees.<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner _builder_version=”3.17.6″][et_pb_column_inner type=”4_4″ saved_specialty_column_type=”2_3″][et_pb_cta admin_label=”Content Box 1″ title=”VIPs with degrees” module_class=”content_box content_box_dark_bg” _builder_version=”3.17.6″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” text_orientation=”left” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid” button_letter_spacing_hover=”0″ button_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_text_size__hover=”null” button_one_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_text_size__hover=”null” button_two_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_text_size__hover=”null” button_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_text_color__hover=”null” button_one_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_text_color__hover=”null” button_two_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_text_color__hover=”null” button_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_border_width__hover=”null” button_one_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_width__hover=”null” button_two_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_width__hover=”null” button_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_border_color__hover=”null” button_one_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_color__hover=”null” button_two_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_color__hover=”null” button_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_border_radius__hover=”null” button_one_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_radius__hover=”null” button_two_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_radius__hover=”null” button_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”on” button_letter_spacing__hover=”0″ button_one_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_letter_spacing__hover=”null” button_two_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_letter_spacing__hover=”null” button_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_bg_color__hover=”null” button_one_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_bg_color__hover=”null” button_two_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_bg_color__hover=”null”]<\/p>\n Check out some VIPs who have gone into higher education!<\/p>\n Read more<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_cta][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner _builder_version=”3.17.6″][et_pb_column_inner type=”4_4″ saved_specialty_column_type=”2_3″][et_pb_cta admin_label=”Content Box 3″ title=”Why Study? 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page to find out what our students really think about their courses and about student life.<\/p>\n Visit the University of Manchester’s Why Study? page!<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n <\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_cta][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner _builder_version=”3.17.6″][et_pb_column_inner type=”4_4″ saved_specialty_column_type=”2_3″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.17.6″]<\/p>\n <\u00a0<\/strong><\/span>Back to main home page<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\nWhat is student life like?<\/h1>\n
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