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We know that the cost of living is impacting on many in society at the moment and students are being hit hard by rising costs and even tighter budgets.
This page links to resources and activities that will you to help you have the best student experience possible whilst on a tightening budget.
Our advice service provides you with free, confidential and independent guidance that can help you ensure you are getting the right money to manage
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In addition to providing advice and guidance on weathering rising costs, the University has a range of services, facilities and offers to help students
Make money by sharing your views to support research
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Local council hub to make it as easy as possible to find help with rising bills and costs
In the SU Lounge there are free microwaves for you to use to heat food, helping to save you money on buying hot food on campus
We provide basic toiletries, so you don’t have to go without. Items are available to collect from the Hive in the SU
Providing you with free non-perishable, in date dried, packet or tinned food items for those in need
During term time, the SU building is open Monday to Friday 8:30am-11pm and Saturday to Sunday 12pm-11pm. Offering you a warm space to relax, plug in and recharge
A handy little google map of all the different supermarkets in Plymouth, to get you best value
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Directory for local support services that can provide help
Latest offers and discounts from the SU and other businesses working with the SU
Travel can get expensive, some tips on saving money on Plymouth travel
Helpful app for food that is too good to go to waste
Give & get free stuff and borrow & lend household items – all directly from your community.
Student discount app saving money on student lifestyle
Student discount, proof of age ID and campus life card and platform recommended by the National Union of Students.
Discount food offers
Community Fridge in the SU
Increased free / reduced cost activities
Interview clothing rail
Increased financial support funding and awareness
Budget gym slots
Increased hardship funding
Discount summer storage