The cliché goes that uni is the time of your life. I have had some ups and downs, but uni has certainly been an experience, both academically and personally and I would recommend people to go to uni if it's academically and financially viable for them to do so.

Facilities, for me, are excellent. It is rare to be left without a computer in the library for instance.

I am aware of financial support system at the uni and have relied on them in the past. They were very helpful and probably their role is a little understated.

I do not really take part/use the SU and its facilities so it's difficult to give a true opinion. It certainly looks good and appears to be active, which is positive.

I don't go out (in terms of nightlife) very often, but I am partial to attending sports events at the Echo (darts/boxing). I also spend time in and around the city and wider area taking in football matches at varying levels.

I dabbled in football first year and judo last year. However, I don't really have much contact with clubs/societies so it's difficult to say.

It is highly engaging and thought-provoking, covering topics that I have a strong interest in.

I anticipate a struggle post-uni, as a result of the current financial climate, although it is improving. There is a case for stating that a degree now does not hold the same sway as it used to and this obviously has to be taken into consideration.

I live in newly built halls and although it is nearly twice as expensive as my student house from last year, it is preferable to the house. I am closer location-wise to uni, there are minimal distractions and it is fully furnished and well-kept, giving me one less thing to worry about.

Great - I’ve loved my time here during my first year! The pandemic meant that I was worried about being at uni and quite far away from home, but the university has supported me and kept me updated throughout my time here. I’m really looking forward to the next year in Liverpool.

I’ve been in uni halls for my first year and the standard has been great. I’ve had access to a clean shared kitchen and an en-suite, which was nice to have when I was getting started at uni. I think my halls were a bit overpriced considering the rate for private accommodation but it was great nevertheless. Study resources, such as the library, have been wonderful and helpful throughout my study time, and if I had a problem it was quickly fixed by the team.

Support is available for students, but I do think they should make it more obvious about what steps you should take if you’re feeling upset.

Despite everything being online during the pandemic, my course and tutors have really helped me get started at university and push myself towards the best I can achieve. The lack of contact hours shocked me at the beginning, but the university does what it can to help students get started with study in their own time.

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Great availability of careers advice and access to Handshake. I am not incredibly focused on my career yet because I’m only in first year, but the support is available if you are.