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WELCOME Hello, and welcome to the summer issue of The Student Bible! Not going to lie, guys – I’m really jealous of your mammoth summer break. In the realms of adulthood, three-month holidays just don’t happen. So make the most of it while you still can! With this issue of The Student Bible, we’ve been rounding up the places to go, things to see and where to be seen over the holidays, in cities across our own fair country, destinations worldwide and even – believe it or not – Scotland’s islands! Elsewhere, we’ve got some advice to help you get off to the best start next term, with some golden oldies (former students) sharing their top tips to avoid educational disaster when classes start back in September. Take heed! Don’t miss our great giveaway either – we’ve got TRNSMT tickets up for grabs on page 28. Go get ‘em!
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CONTENTS CITY GUIDES Whether you’re staying at home for the holidays, sticking around in your uni town, or you fancy seeing more of the country, we’ve got a roundup of the best places for exploring, being inspired and getting messy. Maybe try pace yourself though.
06 Glasgow 09 Edinburgh 12 Aberdeen 15 Stirling and St Andrews 16 Dundee
TRAVEL
18 Island adventures
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Who knew that the gorgeous islands that line our coast are full of great things to do?! Get planning your trip.
21 Budget breaks Need a holiday? Book yourself an overseas adventure without breaking the bank. Pints for £1.50 anyone?
STUDENT LIFE
04 The university bucket list All the things you NEED to do before graduation. 25 Life after halls Gearing up to live with your mates in a proper flat away from halls after the summer? Here’s how to get through the experience in one piece.
30 Hindsight is a wonderful thing… Some former students share a few words of wisdom to help you make a better job of the 2017/18 academic year.
TIME OUT
22 How to have a productive summer Ditch the remote and do something that matters with your break! OITNB can wait.
28 Coming of age: The festival edition We round up some of the best music festivals worth checking out this summer. THE STUDENT BIBLE // SUMMER 2017
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Raise your vodka Red Bull in honour of Glasgow, the party capital of Scotland with a whole heap of culture to boot. Gather your mates for a scrummy lunch in one of Glasgow’s leading foodie gaffs before getting down and dirty at some of the best club nights and gigs. Dear Green Place, what can we get up to today?
[DAY] PIECE
1056 Argyle Street www.pieceglasgow.com Is there anything better in life than a piece [pee-ss] to fill you up? No, especially not when the fine folks at Piece in the bustling Finnieston strip are, in their own words, raising the humble sandwich to greatness. Expect daily delights for your taste buds and seasonal menus that won’t break the bank. We can hear your belly rumbling already.
BAFFO PIZZA + BIRRA
1377 Argyle Street www.facebook.com/PizzaBaffoBirra Foodies and all those who appreciate a good pizza, listen up – Baffo is calling. With real Italian ovens, Italian ingredients and an array of Italian beers and wines, this is the best place to get an authentic, traditional pizza for miles. Their desserts are a haven of Nutella and ice cream – and best of all, it’s all at affordable prices. Just £6 for a 12-inch? Hello, Baffo.
GLASGOW NECROPOLIS
Castle Street www.glasgownecropolis.org Now bear with us! We know the idea of visiting a graveyard sounds a bit, well… morbid, but the Glasgow Necropolis is a must-see. The Victorian cemetery is filled with history, stunning architecture and fascinating stories about the 50,000 people buried there. Not forgetting the absolutely breath taking view of Glasgow at the peak of the cemetery, there is truly no better way to see this wonderful city in all its glory. 6
RIVERSIDE MUSEUM
100 Pointhouse Road www.glasgowlife.org.uk Culture is never far away in Glasgow town, and the famous Riverside Museum is no different. Throughout the year, this is the place to go and see retro cars and buses, not to mention the super cool design of the museum itself. However, come May, Riverside becomes a beacon of laser beams, world-famous DJs and neon face paint for the bank holiday weekend, when Electric Frog and Pressure take over the exterior of the museum for a two-day rave.
HOUSE FOR AN ART LOVER
10 Dumbreck Road www.houseforanartlover.co.uk Located in the grounds of Bellahouston Park, this super fancy house is based on the designs of Glasgow’s son, Charles Rennie Mackintosh. With its very own art gallery, café and art studios, this is the perfect spot for you art geeks. Or just those looking to get a cracking Insta snap.
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CITY GUIDE
SWG3
100 Eastvale Place www.swg3.tv You can’t come to Glasgow and skip the Finnieston strip. One of the most popular areas in Glasgow, the crowning jewel in amongst the bars and restaurants is the one and only SWG3. Literally an old warehouse (why no’, eh?), you’re really not ‘cool’ if you don’t spend at least one night bouncing away to the latest DJ, grime artist or releasing your inner Burns during a poetry night.
SUB CLUB
NICE N SLEAZY
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421 Sauchiehall Street www.nicensleazy.com Graffiti on the walls, Buckfast a staple drink, the best Mexican food about and live music almost every night – you can’t go far wrong in Nice N Sleazy. Possibly one of the most hipster bars about with beards and tattoos galore, this is a guaranteed hit. If the Mexican food from Squid and Whale doesn’t make this a favourite, the club nights certainly will. Get yourselves down to Hip Hop Friday!
THE ART SCHOOL
20 Scott Street www.theartschool.co.uk Possibly one of the oldest buildings in Glasgow, The Art School is the place to be for contemporary music, events and art. If you’re a quirky individual who likes to see the true artsy side of Glasgow, or you appreciate a little bit of dance music and strobe lighting, you’ll feel right at home.
22 Jamaica Street www.subclub.co.uk Ah, the legendary Sub Club, or Subby to the locals. Placed slap bang in the middle of Jamaica Street, blink and you’ll miss its dingy entrance. One of the sweatiest and noisiest clubs in Glasgow (don’t worry, you’ll get handed some earphones; the BO spray is up to you), expect underground DJs and techno tunes blaring until the wee hours of the morning.
MOSKITO
200 Bath Street www.moskitoglasgow.com Cocktails and grub, this is one for SAAS day! One of the many cocktail bars on the popular Bath Street, Moskito is the place to go with your best uni pals to make them think you can be a wee bit fancy yet still edgy – isn’t that the whole point of uni? Booths are available if you’re planning on making a night of it, and with a heap of clubs and pubs around, you’re not short of options for after.
GROSVENOR CINEMA
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edinburgh CITY GUIDE
The capital is calling! With its quaint streets and cobblestones, quirky coffee shops and history, you would be forgiven for thinking Edinburgh didn’t know how to party. But leave the bright lights of The Fringe and Edinburgh Castle to the tourists – we’ve got the hippest haunts to take over during your time in Edinburgh
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THE ELEPHANT HOUSE
21 George IV Bridge www.elephanthouse.biz Still waiting on your acceptance letter to Hogwarts? Aren’t we all. Get yourself to The Elephant House and see if you can feel some magic in the air whilst munching tasty snacks just like JK Rowling did when she was writing Harry Potter. The endearing décor and Potterinspired graffiti in the loos makes this the cutest coffee shop to take your crush to for a ‘study break’.
SCOTT MONUMENT
East Princes Street Gardens www.edinburghmuseums.org.uk You can’t expect to come to the capital and not appreciate at least some of the stunning buildings on offer. The gothic exterior of the Scott Monument towers over Princes Street Gardens, making it a beautiful backdrop for any picnic – or get your MyFitnessPal working by climbing all 287 steps to the top.
HOOT THE REDEEMER
7 Hanover Street www.hoottheredeemer.com Dive headfirst into Edinburgh’s selfconfessed ‘dive’ bar, taking you right back to 1950s America. Picture the scene: you’re with your mates and the sun is shining, some folks want a beer garden, others want ice cream – you suggest Hoot The Redeemer with their beer-infused ice cream. You become a legend amongst men, enjoying the different cocktail slushies, alcoholic ice cream and finest craft beers about.
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CITY GUIDE
AULD REEKIE TIKI BAR
BREW LAB COFFEE
43B Frederick Street www.facebook.com/AuldReekieTiki Nothing better in life than a themed bar, is there? When it comes to tiki bars, with their tropical surroundings and jugs of lethal zombies, there are none quite like the Auld Reekie Tiki Bar. Featuring DJs smashing the decks to get you in the party spirit, grab yourself an Arthur’s Seat Volcano filled with rum and absinthe to make it a night to remember, even if it is slightly blurry.
6-8 College Street www.brewlabcoffee.co.uk Get your Instagram angles down for visiting Brew Lab Coffee, the only place for hipsters who need to top up on their caffeine levels. With an array of fine coffees available, alongside tasty treats from some of Edinburgh’s top bakeries, this is your new favourite coffee spot. If coffee isn’t your thing, never fear, as from midday, canned craft beers are available. So cool, so original.
WHY NOT NIGHTCLUB
THE CITY CAFÉ
THE LIQUID ROOM
19 Blair Street www.citycafeedinburgh.co.uk Rocking the test of time, The City Café is an American-themed diner that has been entertaining students from across the world since 1980 (yeah, people were kinda cool back then). Open throughout the year, get yourself kitted out in some rockabilly gear to feast on burgers, beers and shakes, all at student-friendly prices.
14 George Street www.wnclub.co.uk Drape yourself in your most lavish party outfit to dance the night away in one of Edinburgh’s most popular nightclubs. Why Not has a variety of sections within the club, including Scotland’s only LED room with 22,528 lights to make your experience in the club one like no other. The biggest night out on a Monday, there’s no reason not to get to Why Not. 9C Victoria Street www.liquidroom.com Love live music and cant get enough of underground and upcoming bands? The Liquid Room is the club for you. Freshly refurbished, the venue is now offering bigger club nights with a state-of-the-art sound and lighting system that rivals clubs all across the UK. Get your gutties on and jump the night away.
THE THREE SISTERS
139 Cowgate www.thethreesistersbar.co.uk Where the festival never ends, this classic bar in the Cowgate is one of Edinburgh’s most popular destinations for locals to gather. This social hub offers a selection of tasty grub, live sports for footie or rugby fans, karaoke for the student who fancies themself as the next Ed Sheeran and comedy nights for pranksters in the group. The Three Sisters has something to please all your best pals.
THE HIVE
15-17 Niddry Street www.clubhive.co.uk One of the most popular and best-loved student clubs in Edinburgh, The Hive has been the go-to location for students since 2007, with the club open seven days a week, 365 days a year. With cheap vodka mixers and a range of club nights, you and your pals can party at The Hive until five for a cracking night out.
MIMI’S BAKEHOUSE
63 Shore, Leith www.mimisbakehouse.com Treat yourself to some cakey yumminess from Mimi’s down on the scenic Shore area of Leith. With ‘Belly Busting Breakfasts’ and ‘Lavish Lunches’, this is the ideal spot to dine on mouthwatering food that won’t break the bank – just because you’re a student doesn’t mean you have to eat pasta and butter every day, guys.
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THE BONGO CLUB
66 Cowgate www.thebongoclub.co.uk Based in the party street of Edinburgh, The Bongo Club is the place to be for arts, theatre, comedy, workshops and a banging night out. Offering some of the best club nights in Scotland, this is one to get your mates down to, or to at least drop in to conversation if you wanna look as cool as possible. From house, techno and dub to hip hop, funk and soul, every subculture is covered at The Bongo Club. 10
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CITY GUIDE
aberdeen
The Granite City has some tough competition when it comes to the larger student towns, what with its mountains of oil and not-so colourful weather – but the grey skies of Aberdeen can give you lots of ways to get into mischief. With cracking fish and chip shops, clubs and pubs and one football team for the entire city, get yourself up north to ‘Don’ your best outfit for a night on the toon
[day] THE CAT IN THE WINDOW CAFÉ
14 Netherkirkgate www.thecatinthewindowcafe.com As Thomas O’Malley once sang, “Everybody wants to be a cat,” so if you can’t get enough of our furry friends, head on down to The Cat in the Window Café. The first ever cat café in Aberdeen has eight resident kitties that you can spend time with over tea and cupcakes, or try and stop them from eating your goodies. A great place to unwind from uni stress.
PLAN 9
9 Rosemount Viaduct www.illicit-still.co.uk Always got your nose stuck in a graphic novel? Are you one comic book away from turning into Superman? Head to Plan 9 and ‘Marvel’ at their comic collection, which will surely leave you turning green with envy. Stocking everything from graphic novels to ornaments, this is a geeky haven.
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[night] BELMONT FILMHOUSE THE TUNNELS
Carnegie’s Brae www.facebook.com/tunnelsaberdeen A unique clubbing experience, The Tunnels is a must-visit for any student. Spread across two subterranean arches under the city, this is your one-stop shop for techno, dubstep and rave nights. When The Tunnels aren’t supplying your nocturnal entertainment, this is a fantastic venue to catch your favourite bands.
Netherkirkgate, Broad Street www.illicit-still.co.uk A quirky gastro pub with a modern twist, filled with Scottish history and a drinks selection to make your brain explode, this is the place to visit for hearty grub and affordable drinks. Fill yir boots, as the menu exclaims, with delicious local produce, all at prices that your student budget will love. 12
49 Belmont Street www.belmontfilmhouse.com If you’re looking to get a bit more artsy, or you’ve just finished your favourite show on Netflix and you’re after a change, then Belmont Filmhouse is your next cinematic stop. Showing art house releases and independent films, this cinema prides itself on showcasing feature films that you wouldn’t find in mainstream cinemas.
THE BOBBIN
500 King Street www.social-squirrel.com/ thebobbinaberdeen Opposite Aberdeen Uni, The Bobbin is a buzzing destination for students with loads of events to keep you entertained, including pub quizzes and open mic nights. With board games and craft beers on tap, affordable food and the chance to be the DJ for the night with The Bobbin music app, all students should shimmy their way here for a cracking night.
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CITY GUIDE
st andrews
Venturing to one of the smaller universities can feel like there’s not going to be much going on – but St Andrews and Stirling are more than ready to prove you wrong. These two quieter campuses still pack a punch with activities, nights out in the union and a sense of community all packaged up with a nice bow
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CISCO’S CAFÉ
70 Port Street www.facebook.com/ ciscoscafe An ideal wee café for your fix of delicious homemade goodies. This sandwich shop offers up soups, salads and cakes with a variety of coffees to make sure your belly doesn’t rumble on your big date tonight.
29 Baker Street www.nickytams.com One of the oldest pubs in Stirling, Nicky-Tams offers a selection of big name beers and locally brewed ales, pitchers of cocktails for the party folk and a malt of the month for those who enjoy a tipple.
DUSK
Dalgleish Court www.duskstirling.co.uk Dusk has weekly club nights, like Guilty Pleasures on a Monday and SKINT on Tuesdays. Party from dusk until dawn with cheap bevvy and party anthems to make your head feel fuzzy tomorrow.
FUBAR
6 Maxwell Place www.fubarclub.info A haven for students, Fubar is the leading club for student nights in Stirling, also hosting gigs and club nights. Feel like an extra in TOWIE by booking a VIP booth or just dance the night away in one of their three rooms with four in-house DJs punching out the biggest tunes in the charts.
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JANNETTAS GELATERIA
31 South Street www.jannettas.co.uk Admit it, who doesn’t love ice cream? Well, apart from Ross from Friends (but he was never that cool). Jannettas brings you the best in ice cream, gelato pops and ice cream cakes – try not to get brain freeze stuffing your face.
VIC
1 St Mary’s Place www.vicstandrews.co.uk Gourmet burgers, pub quizzes and a social club offering pingpong competitions during the day, with top DJs and craft beer for after hours – good old Vic can take their parties from day to night (you just need to try and keep up).
NORTHPOINT CAFÉ
24 North Street www.facebook.com/ northpointcafe St Andrews would like to welcome the Duke and Duchess of (enter your title here). Start a love story like Kate and Wills over a cuppa and a homemade bun before waiting to see if you’ll meet your future heir to the throne – or Tinder date.
FORGAN’S
110 Market Street www.forgans.co.uk/ st-andrews Dance the night away after a hearty meal with one of Forgan’s free ‘one of a kind’ weekend ceilidhs. With a variety of sessions, areas for parties and live music weekly, this is a fantastic wee spot to get involved with.
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CITY GUIDE
[day] Home to one of the oldest fictional families in Scotland, and some pretty ancient boats moored in the port, you would be forgiven for thinking Dundee is one for, well, golden oldies. You’ll be surprised (and chuffed) to hear that the city is actually a hotspot for students – check out this lot
PACAMARA FOOD AND DRINK
302 Perth Road www.pacamara.co.uk If you love breakfast more than anything, get yourself down to Pacamara to start your day off in style. Using locally grown produce in all their dishes, you can’t go far wrong with this wee gem, and their coffee is second to none too. With sandwiches starting at £5, Pacamara is fine dining at super affordable prices.
BEIDERBECKE BISTRO & BAR
167 Brook Street www.beiderbeckesbistro.co.uk Named after famous cornet player and composer Bix Beiderbecke, this bistro is an oasis for music and delicious grub. Offering a range of dishes including pasta, curry and burgers, Beiderbecke is a great place for a post-lecture scran.
TEA AND CAKE
27 Exchange Street www.teaandcakedundee.co.uk A quirky, family-run, independent café, ideal when you’re feeling a little homesick and keen for a taste of homemade pastry. Tea and Cake make sure their fancies suit everyone, with gluten free, vegan and dairy free cakes made daily.
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[night] LIQUID AND ENVY
21 South Ward Road www.liquidclubs.com Home of LA QUID Friday, this is for all you skint first years who’ve reached the end of term without a penny to your name, but still looking to get your party fix. With £1 entry before midnight and £1 vodka mixers, you’re in for a cheap night of R&B, dancing and drinking, and probably very few memories by the end of it all. With themed nights taking place throughout the week, there wont be any complaints of being bored round here.
CLARKS ON LINDSAY STREET
80 North Lindsay Street www.clarksonlindsaystreet.com Ideal for jazz hands and tapping toes, Clarks is the best place for live rock and jazz acts for you music lovers. Serving up pub grub in a chic bar with industrialstyle décor, this is the ideal spot for a chilled night of catching up with pals and listening to top tunes.
DUKE’S CORNER
13 Brown Street www.dukescorner.co.uk Offering up bands, beer and BBQs, Duke’s Corner is open from midday all week to bring you the best international and craft beers, with a selection of musical talents to please your eardrums.
UNDERGROUND DUNDEE
25 South Tay Street www.dundeeunderground.co.uk One of the best nightclubs in Dundee, get yourself Underground for seven days of great club nights. With private booths, hostess packages and outstanding student nights including Sin City, Underground has it all.
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Ah, finally! You thought it would never arrive but here we are – it’s summer. The sun is splitting the trees (kinda) and you’re ready to make the most of your time off, but what to do and where to go? Unfortunately, not all of us are master budgeters who can save up for exotic destinations around the world, but never fear – you can have a staycation like no other right here in bonnie Scotland. Namely, on the beautiful islands that decorate our coastline. Thailand is overrated anyway…
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rink in the fresh air and copious amounts of whisky on your travels throughout the mystical and stunning Scottish islands. Many of the islands, even some of the most remote, are only a hop, skip and a jump away from the main cities in Scotland, so there really is no excuse not to get packing and catch the next ferry. Because, contrary to popular belief, our islands aren’t just for oldies after a day trip – there’s loads for students and young people to embrace too. The only problem is deciding which island is best for you! ORGANISED TOURS “Grab Scotland by the horns” is the motto of HAGGiS Adventures (www. haggisadventures.com), and boy do they know how to make the most of your adventure. Offering a selection of holidays, from day visits to week-long breaks, you’re not going to go far wrong with HAGGiS. ‘The Hebridean Hopper’ tour is five days’ worth of fantastic Scottish scenery and finding out a wee bit more about this fine nation that we call home. Take in the sights of Loch Ness (if you see Nessie, question your whisky intake) and Glencoe, before setting sail to visit Lewis and Harris, ending your travels in Skye. All HAGGiS Adventures include an experienced tour guide, ferry crossings and outings, including the likes of the Iron Age fort of Dun Carloway in Lewis and a Loch Ness cruise – the views are more than Instagram-worthy. HAGGiS also offer a ten-day ‘Compass Buster’ tour starting in Edinburgh and travelling to four different locations, including the Isle of Skye and Stornoway, before ending in Orkney, all for £499. See how The Orcadians live in one of the most northerly islands in Scotland and walk the beaten track to get the best views of the mountains and stunning skylines the country has to offer. FLY SOLO Rather go it alone? You and your mates can make a rural and rugged adventure
out of your holiday by booking on CalMac’s Island Hopscotch (www.calmac. co.uk/hopscotch). One of the main ferry companies in Scotland, Caledonian MacBrayne have 25 locations that can be accessed throughout the year with tickets valid for 31 days. Prices for tickets start at £5 for two-stop destinations or £19.55 per person if you’re looking to tick off some more islands. CalMac have a variety of locations and information on which islands are best to visit and from which port – all you need to do is make sure you catch the right ferry. One option would be to visit Arran before hoping to Kintyre then Islay. Arran is one of the easiest islands in Scotland to get to. Think of it as your popular friend who loves a night out and is never short of interesting stories and ideas. Just two hours away from Glasgow, Arran will bring you quirky pubs and live music, its very own brewery and distillery, before stunning you with Goat Fell, the highest point on the island that challenges amateur and skilled walkers to climb to the summit. From Arran, jump over to Kintyre. If an old Christmas song pops into your head then you’re bang on the money – Mull of Kintyre is about the quaint island. You’re guaranteed to be in awe of the picturesque scenery around Kintyre; travelling across the west coast of Scotland will open your eyes to the exquisite sights and locations outside
the big city. It’s as if you’re jumping into another world. On your island adventures, it would be a down right sin to skip a distillery visit. Partnering the beautiful sights and Scotland’s favourite drink (after IrnBru obviously) a visit to one of Islay’s world-famous distilleries will give you an experience that you wouldn’t get in Ibiza. FREE TO ROAM If you’re looking for the freedom to roam the islands but you’ve not quite got your organising skills down, look no further than Hebridean Hopscotch (www. hebrideanhopscotch.com). Travel agents are on hand here to help you discover new islands, figure out how to get there, and provide accommodation to boot – unless you want to discover your inner Bear Grylls and camp, which is a popular option amongst island travellers. Just because you’re staying at ‘home’ doesn’t mean you can’t experience the same lifechanging sights as your gap year pals. Got itchy feet now? Eager to get out there and ramble in the wildernesses of some of the most remote islands going, giving up access to beloved wifi and social media? Hop out of your comfort zone, and skip onto the next ferry to an island. They’re just waiting for you to jump in the air for a selfie on a sandy white beach, before sipping a cheeky wee dram. Fun and new experiences guaranteed – weather not so much…
The island-hopping packing list 1 Insect repellent –midges are real. And they will bite you. 2 A decent map, because 4G isn’t always guaranteed. 3 Plenty of money for all the brilliant old-man pubs you’ll encounter. 4 Fashion for all weathers – all four seasons in the one day is pretty much a certainty.
5 And don’t forget your sense of adventure!
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Budget Breaks Want to use your holidays wisely and get away from it all? The best summer ever is just a plane ticket away – and it doesn’t have to break the bank…
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Hotfoot it to Lisbon this summer for a city break to remember. The cost of living in Portugal is much cheaper than it is in your typical Spanish holiday resorts, so you can eat, drink and be merry for a fraction of the cost of a break in Marbs. You can get pretty reasonable accommodation through Airbnb, and your flights won’t cost a fortune. Picturesque Lisbon offers great food, beautiful buildings, those trams everyone Istagrams, and maybe even tie it all in with top music festival Super Bock Super Rock in July – London Grammar, The Orwells and Red Hot Chili Peppers are playing.
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While it is a member of the EU, Romania isn’t in the Eurozone – meaning your cash goes a little bit further when you switch your pounds for lei. This means food and, more importantly, drink are super cheap. Capital city Bucharest is well worth a visit – not only is it beautiful and packed with interesting architecture, museums and its very own Arc de Triomphe (take that, Paris), but the nightlife is pretty great too.
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Bolivia
If South America is more your bag, put Bolivia at the top of your list. It’s one of the cheapest countries in the continent – you can get yourself a bottle of beer for less than £1.50. Bolivia is big on impressive sights, like the cathedral in Copacabana and the Salar de Uyuni salt flats, where the landscape reflects the sky and makes for AMAZING photos for Facebook when you’re home. You can get yourself a budget bed for the night for between £3 and £5, or push the boat out and go for a top-end hotel for £50 a night.
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Ignore your pals who are heading to Asia for Full Moon parties in Thailand and volunteer projects in India – Cambodia is where it’s at for a cheap holiday that doesn’t feel too ‘touristy’. You can get accommodation for as little as £2.50 a night, or if you’re feeling flush, up your budget for five-star quality at a much lower price – we’re talking rooms with their own pool for about £50 a night. Luxury! Cruise the Mejonk, visit Angkor Wat Archaeological Park, shop the Central Market – you’ll never want to leave.
5 Greece
Poor Greece has had a bit of a howler when it comes to the old economy – but it’s great news for holidaymakers. Whether you’re after a hard partying break in a resort like Kos or some subdued sunbathing by the perfect blue sea in Corfu, Greece has something for everyone. The flight’s pretty lengthy, but it’s worth it for the blue skies, white buildings, and blow-your-head-off Ouzo shots with the locals. Opa! THE STUDENT BIBLE // SUMMER 2017
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GIVE BACK
In the words of Rihanna (ft Drake) – work, work, work, work, work. Inspiring stuff. But really, we know that summer’s all about maxing, relaxing all cool, but getting a job – part-time or full-time – is a great use of your break. And just think of all that beer money you’ll save up for the new semester! Look into seasonal work at local tourist attractions, delve into retail, think about hospitality, apply for contact centres – the options are endless. And with some of it, you might even be able to keep it on parttime when you’re back at class. The real benefit of working over summer? You gain loads of valuable skills that’ll make your CV shine in the future. The applicant who suffered a summer serving tourists in a café on the coast is going to be a much better communicator, more patient, better organised and more tolerant than the one who has nae work experience whatsoever.
Brace yourself – warm and fuzzies incoming. Volunteering with a charity or local organisation is an amazing use of your time. Why spend your summer tagging your pals in memes on Facebook when you could be stocking shelves in a local food bank or helping a charity boost its social media presence? Volunteering opportunities are vast and varied. If you’ve got any knowledge or skills of note? Somebody out there would absolutely love for you to go into their organisation and share them. Head to the Volunteer Scotland site (www.volunteerscotland.net) to see what’s on offer in your local area, or you can approach charities and organisations that appeal to your interests directly to see if there’s any way you can help out. And who says you have to stay at home in the UK to do this? Check out organisations like Projects Abroad (www.projects-abroad.co.uk) and VSO (www.vsointernational.org) to find out about volunteering overseas, even if it’s to plan ahead for next year. Yes, it’ll cost you but – hello? The opportunity to teach kids English or to work on conservation projects is priceless.
GIE’S A CHALLENGE Whether it’s to pass your driving test, go to the gym more than once, to stop checking your phone quite so much, or to read a book a week, give yourself a challenge at the beginning of the summer and try stick to it! It’ll give you something to work towards, keep you out of mischief and give a bit more structure to your days too. 22
BOOST YOUR BRAIN POWER Geeks, gather round – we’ve got some exciting news. Learning’s not just for term-time. Yaaaas! How about using your break to boost your brain and learn a new skill? Universities and colleges often have summertime programmes, where you can take classes in film appreciation, photography or even wine tasting (where do we sign up?). Check out online learning providers too like the fantastic free Future Learn (www.futurelearn.com), who offer taster courses in everything from languages to psychology. And you don’t have to go for formal learning opportunities. Get yourself onto YouTube and check out tutorials in everything from knitting to cooking. Cosy, well-fed flatmates are happy flatmates, so get learning.
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SWITCH UP YOUR VIEWING HABITS Sure, watching Gilmore Girls from the beginning is an amazing idea, but what about delving into the ‘documentaries’ category on Netflix instead? It’ll stop your brain getting rusty for that first tutorial back after summer.
GAIN SOME EXPERIENCE Whether you know what you want to do after graduation or not (or if you’re in the ‘I want to vomit at the mere thought of that’ camp), summer’s a good time to check out your employment options and get some work experience. It could be a couple of days with an engineering firm. You could try for a full month interning with a PR company. Whatever you fancy, companies across the country are offering up summer placements for plucky students keen to get ahead, in industries like science, marketing and beyond. The best method of attack is to approach companies you’d like to work for directly and ask if they ever take students on. Check out Gumtree too to see if anyone’s actively looking for work experience candidates or interns, or you can try the likes of www.gothinkbig.co.uk. Work experience and internships are quite often unpaid, so make sure you can afford to do this before committing to anything.
SET UP SHOP We don’t mean literally get a store on your local high street. But eBay and Shpock are just screaming out to be used over the holidays. Go through all the crap you’ve accumulated at uni this year – including books you won’t need in the new term (always check the course descriptions for your new classes before you go for it) – and get selling. This is a win on several different levels. You’ll feel emotionally and spiritually cleansed when someone buys that dress from the Night of Your First Jägerbomb. Your life will be less cluttered. And you’ll have some spare cash to go out and buy loads more amazing stuff for next year.
THAT FESTIVAL FEELING Of course, there’s volunteer work on another platform which comes with more immediate benefits for you – volunteering at a music festival. Festies across the land look for volunteer stewards and folk to help the event run smoothly – and you get free tickets in exchange. Everyone’s a winner! Head to www.festaff.co.uk for information and ideas on how to get involved.
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Your bags are packed and you’re moving out of the somewhat cosy life of halls – say goodbye to your only warm year at university. You and your mates are going it alone into your brand new pad. Think of the parties, think of the hilarious memories you’ll make… Think about the bills, rent and everything in between. Don’t worry if you don’t know what a guarantor is – we’re here to help you navigate your first ‘grown-up’ flat
tudent living is a world like no other. It could be compared to watching a David Attenborough documentary – we understand what’s happening, but it all seems a bit wild (and that’s just pre-drinks). The real-life stuff starts now. Where are you going to live? How do you cook a proper meal? Who will bail you out when your mum refuses? But first – who are you going to live with? FLAT ‘MATES’ Look at all the fun Chandler and Joey, Rachel and Monica had during their flat shares – yours is going to be just the same, right? Wrong. Friends was a TV show. This is reality. It was pretty clear that Joey and Chandler weren’t the cleanest of boys, but just because you’ve left halls, doesn’t mean you’re not going to be living with some interesting characters. Everyone is unique in their own way – this means a lot when you’re spending the majority of your time in close confinement with near-strangers. The Slob is probably the most annoying of them all, apparently unable to see dirt and with no concept of what soap is. Expect many mouldy
dishes (boke!) and sticky floors. Then we have the Party Animal, who loves nothing more than sleeping all day and partying all night like the true night owl they are – great when you’re up for a boogie, not so great when that assignment is due at 9am the next day. Now remember, not all heroes wear capes. Here we introduce the Mother Figure flatmate. Guaranteed to ensure your gas and electricity bills are sorted, they will probably take the bins out the most and look after you following a heavy night out. And when it all gets too much with noise levels and dishes piling up, you’ll meet the Passive Aggressive Note Writer, probably the roomie you see the least of, because notes stuck on the fridge sort everything, right? Despite their flaws, they’re your pals, and moving on from halls together, you’ll need to make sure you get along long enough to sign the tenancy agreement. THE GAFF Now we’re off to find the right place to stay. With an increase in the number of THE STUDENT BIBLE // SUMMER 2017
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KNOW YOUR RIGHTS Unfortunately it is common for students to end up in sticky situations when it comes to housing – all because they don’t know their rights. If you or your mates have found yourselves on the wrong end of your landlord’s temper, then Citizens Advice (www.citizensadvice.org.uk) is there for you. When it comes to moving into your own place there are a lot of legal matters that you must take care of. Not the most exciting of topics to think about when all you want to do is party, but ensuring you have a guarantor is imperative when moving into a new flat. A guarantor is a third party who will pay for rent, bills and damages to the property if you fail to do so. Guarantors are usually parents or close relatives, so start the sweet talking now. Before signing any legal documents, make sure your guarantor covers only you – your mum wont be too happy forking out money if your pal punches a hole in the wall.
After paying your flat deposit, make sure your landlord puts your deposit into the Tenancy Deposit Protection Scheme to ensure they can’t spend it – you will get this back after you move out if there is no damage to the property. The helpful folks at Citizens Advice will support you when it comes to dodgy landlords or any housing headaches you may be having. Living in your first flat away from halls is one of the best experiences you’ll ever have. Getting to spend time with your best pals and making memories – it’s the dream. Of course, hand in hand with the good times comes the need to ensure you pick the right people to live with and looking after your money. Now, go off into the sunset with your new house keys and club passes – just remember to tell the taxi driver the right address when you’re coming back home…
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COMING OF The sun is shining, the camping gear is ready and waiting, your booze supply is as impressive as ever, the tunes are blaring and your stash of condoms is safely tucked away – welcome to festival season. Our bonnie wee country certainly doesn’t lag behind the big boys down south when it comes to throwing wild and wonderful festivals – so what’s on offer this year?
THE EDEN FESTIVAL
8–22 June Raehills Meadows, Dumfries and Galloway A community spirited festival, Eden showcases the best in local talent, including arts, crafts and electrifying musical performances. Set over 11 stages, there will be tunes to please all tastes from Celtic to reggae, folk to ska, soul to drum ‘n’ bass, for a three-day festival celebrating culture, music and dance. www.edenfestival.co.uk
KELBURN GARDEN PARTY
30 June - 3 July Kelburn Castle, Kelburn A castle covered in graffiti, psychedelic lights, the scent of incense floating into the night sky, all partnered with the best of Scottish music – Kelburn is a weekend like no other. Featuring the sound system godfathers of reggae-infused dubstep Mungo’s Hi Fi, a four-hour house and hip hop DJ set from Mr Scruff, plus many more, this garden party will shower you with choices. www.kelburngardenparty.com
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7-9 July Glasgow Green, Glasgow The newbie on the festival circuit is already packing a punch of top class artists and headliners right in your face. With main stage appearances from Radiohead, Kasabian and Scotland’s very own golden trio Biffy Clyro, this is one not to be missed. Being held in the iconic Glasgow Green, there will be no camping at this festival but with tickets coming in at under £60 for the day you can always kip on your mate’s sofa for a night. www.trnsmtfest.com
TIREE MUSIC FESTIVAL
14-16 July Isle of Tiree, Southern Hebrides Escape the city lights and have an experience like no other at the Tiree Music Festival. Stripping back and getting wild with nature and popular Scottish musicians including Skipinnish, Heron Valley, and Dougie MacLean, the sun will shine down on the beaches of Tiree as you enjoy the fiddles and dance the night away. www.tireemusicfestival.co.uk
SUMMER NIGHTS
2-13 August Kelvingrove Bandstand, Glasgow Now in its fourth year, Summer Nights brings some golden oldies to the stage at Kelvingrove Bandstand. With performances from Texas, KT Tunstall, your gran’s favourite Welshman Tom Jones and a host of other big names, Summer Nights get a fantastic global turnout. www.ticketmaster.co.uk
FESTIVALS ARE ALL ABOUT HAVING A GOOD TIME WITHOUT THE DRAMA, SO GET THE LOWDOWN ON HOW TO STAY SAFE. FOR MORE INFORMATION, POLICE SCOTLAND HAVE YOU COVERED. HEAD TO WWW.SCOTLAND.POLICE.UK.
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F AGE LET’S TALK ABOUT SEX You’re away from home, living young, wild and free (well for the weekend at least) and decide tonight’s the night to hook up with the beautiful stranger two tents down. Follow our top tips to make sure your festival sex is on fire – for all the right reasons…
Free and easy
There’s no excuse not to be sensible when it comes to sex, especially with someone you’ve only known for three hours – you don’t know where they’ve been. Condoms are available for free in most places now, including festivals – so get wrapping. Remember – no glove, no love.
No means no
Not ‘maybe’, not ‘oh but you said yes earlier’ – it means no! If you or your midnight lover change your mind about sex, then nobody should feel pressured to do something they don’t want to. Sleeping with someone under the influence of drink or drugs who can’t coherently say yes or no is considered rape, by law.
BELLADRUM TARTAN HEART
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CARNIVAL FIFTY SIX
ELECTRIC FIELDS
3-5 August Belladrum Estate, Beauly The Highlands are brought to life during the Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival, with an array of Scottish favourites and big names from across the world on the lineup. Glasgow boys Franz Ferdinand are set to headline the festival, which will see folks of all ages enjoying the great outdoors. The Pretenders, Feeder and Sister Sledge are also set to grace the stage in style. www.tartanheartfestival.co.uk 12-13 August Camperdown Park, Dundee A summer of new experiences, Carnival Fifty Six will be bouncing into Dundee in a blaze of multi-coloured joy with headliners to blow you away. Acts confirmed for the inaugural event include The Fratellis, Mark Ronson, Rudimental, and many more. Tickets for the festival start at £49.50 for a day ticket, with payment plans available (bonus). www.carnivalfiftysix.co.uk
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19 August Loch Ness, Inverness One for the ravers, this one-night mini festival is a nightclub like no other. Set under the stars of Loch Ness, get your groove on with the big boys of DJ and techno tunes. Dance music legends Faithless will bring Loch Ness to life with one of their mesmerising, laser-filled DJ sets. Tickets for the night come at a cost of £55, with camping available. www.groovefestival.co.uk
1-2 September Drumlanrig Castle, Dumfries and Galloway In the vast woodlands of Dumfries and Galloway, Electric Fields returns for its fourth year. With four stages bringing revellers the best in new music, this one is set in the gorgeous grounds of Drumlanrig Castle. Party with Frightened Rabbit and Dizzee Rascal before getting the after-party started in the luxury glamping tents available. www.electricfieldsfestival.com
Rather hear the drum beat over the pitter-patter of tiny feet? Make sure you take the relevant precautions with contraception. Condoms are the most effective way to prevent an STI – but girls, if you’re on oral contraception make sure you take the magic pill at the same time every day. And if you puke? It’s not effective. If a drama arises (ahem), head to the medical tent for information and advice on the morning after pill.
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HINDSIGHT IS A WONDERFUL THING… After summer, you’re going to be the best you ever. Ditching the all-nighters in the club, getting your head down to revise, starting assignments on time… yeah right! Here, we bring you some cracking advice – and regrets – from experienced former students
“As much as you promise yourself this term will be different – you will still find yourself stuck in the library at 2am finishing off an essay seven hours before it’s due.”
“Don’t take things so seriously. Yeah, you need to meet deadlines and all that, but going out and partying is still a big part of uni life.”
THE REDUCED AISLE IN TESCO IS YOUR NEW BEST FRIEND. IT REALLY IS AMAZING HOW INSTANT NOODLES CAN WORK FOR BREAKFAST, LUNCH AND DINNER! “I was unhappy with my course during third year and felt I wasn’t getting anywhere. If I had a time machine, I would go back and exert myself a bit more, or speak to a lecturer about how I was feeling. I probably would have learned a lot during the classes if I still had some enthusiasm for the course.”
“You don’t need to go to the pub after every class. It’s all fun and games until your steaming in a lecture trying to process what’s going on without looking drunk. Newsflash – it’s so bloody obvious.”
IF YOU REALISE YOU’VE PICKED THE WRONG COURSE, HAVE THE GUTS TO DO SOMETHING ABOUT IT. I DIDN’T TAKE THE CHANCE TO JUMP FROM A DEGREE IN QUANTITY SURVEYING TO ENGLISH LIT BECAUSE I WAS TOO SHY/SELF CONSCIOUS TO LEAVE ONE CLASS AND JOIN ANOTHER. FOR ME, IT’S A LIFE-LONG REGRET. “I used to steal big toilet rolls from pubs because we had communal toilets in my halls. This worked well until it fell out my handbag when I was in a club and it rolled the whole way down the dance floor – otherwise, it helped for all the parties we had.”
“If you end up getting locked in a university building, don’t panic and phone your pals asking them to get the police until an angry wee janitor escorts you out the building. Maybe just check if the library is open 24 hours before parking your bum for the night.”
“We were working on a group project and everything fell through at the last moment. Instead of getting together and figuring out how to save the project like we should have done, we all went to a club and got a really poor grade for our efforts. As fun as it was, that bad grade affected our overall average for the year – some great memories though!”
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Buying your first home could be easier than you think At the Scottish, we’re one of the few companies to provide a Guarantor Mortgage for students. With your parent(s) acting as guarantor, we may be able to lend up to 90% of the property price or valuation (whichever is lower). Plus, you can rent any extra rooms to your friends on an informal basis. Competitive interest rates Local in-branch mortgage specialists Buy rather than rent
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Help for Student e First Tim Buyers
Edinburgh • Glasgow • Inverness • Troon • Galashiels • Aberdeen Plus local agents across Scotland Scottish Building Society is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority (Register No. 206034). Member of the Building Societies Association and the Council of Mortgage Lenders. Scottish Building Society, SBS House, 193 Dalry Rd, Edinburgh EH11 2EF.
YOUR HOME MAY BE REPOSSESSED IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP REPAYMENTS ON YOUR MORTGAGE.
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