There are about 300,000 young people going into higher education from every walk of life. Students will meet a huge number of people, on their courses, at clubs, coffee bars, and societies.

You will expand your experiences of life writing for the student paper, taking extra lessons in Spanish, parachute jumping, leaning to Scuba-dive, or Latin dance! - all these are options (many more are available, most are cheap rate or free). You will enjoy a new level of independence and freedom of choice.

The social life is almost an essential part of the student experience; music - getting to live bands very cheaply on the campus, parties, bars, cafes, sports centres or simply spending evenings with your friends, socialising or studying together.

Students also benefit from a range of discounts in lots of shops, hairdressers etc and all they need to get around 10% off is a valid NUS Card (Student's Union).

And remember, 97% of graduates say they never regret their university experience!