9 things you wish you'd known as a fresher

Your first year at university will be exciting and enlightening – but there are some things you'll look back on and wish you'd figured out sooner. Here are a few of the most important.
First year will be over in the blink of an eye

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You’re probably not going to get a seat in the Learning Zone.

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It may be a student night at Sugar, but you’re still not coming home with leftover money.

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Eight people’s dishes pile up quicker than you may think.

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Food is expensive, but you’ll quickly learn to make cheap, filling meals.

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Greggs and Subway isn’t a great diet, nor are they cheap (but they taste so good).

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You won’t use half your books – each one only contains about two useful quotes.

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First year may not count, but 40% isn’t as easy as it sounds, you still need to study.

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But don’t forget to enjoy yourself too – you’ll only be a fresher once!

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This article was written by Sian Bradley.

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