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BLOG: Library Services: How we're supporting students and staff during the cost-of-living crisis BLOG: Library Services: How we're supporting students and staff during the cost-of-living crisis : News article ID 1551776
Jane O'Neill | 7 November, 2022

"We want to support our students and staff in any way we can."

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10 Ways to Save on your Food Shop 10 Ways to Save on your Food Shop : News article ID 1543048
Beth Molloy | 11 November, 2022

As prices everywhere seem to be on the rise, students are continuing to feel the pinch. Now, more than ever, it is critical for students to make their pound stretch as far as possible. Join Beth for some top tips for saving on the food shop.

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Money matters- why budget as a student and how to do it yourself Money matters- why budget as a student and how to do it yourself : News article ID 1533869
Kathryn Allen | 27 October, 2022

Queen’s student Kathryn Allen shares how she learned to manage money as a uni student and tips on how you can too!

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VIDEO: How to Live Sustainably as a Student in Belfast VIDEO: How to Live Sustainably as a Student in Belfast : News article ID 1481838
Kathryn Allen | 29 September, 2022

Student life brings with it a new level of independence. Kathryn shares tips on how to use your new opportunities for the good of the planet, all on a student’s budget!

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7 Places to find part-time work while studying at Queen's 7 Places to find part-time work while studying at Queen's : News article ID 1474705
Holly Nesbitt | 19 September, 2022

Part-time work offers you the opportunity to earn while studying and gain transferable skills which can help you gain graduate jobs. Check out Holly's top tips for getting work and experience.

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VIDEO: My Top Ten Tips for First Years VIDEO: My Top Ten Tips for First Years : News article ID 1447948
Olivia Watson | 26 August, 2022

From making friends to buying every book on your reading list, check out Northern Irish student Olivia's top 10 tips for first years.

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VIDEO: My Weekly Spend as a Student in Belfast VIDEO: My Weekly Spend as a Student in Belfast : News article ID 1447925
Olivia Watson | 25 August, 2022

Northern Irish student Olivia is here to tell you what she spends on a weekly basis as a student at Queen's.

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Make the most of Student Discounts! Make the most of Student Discounts! : News article ID 1444329
Patrick Doherty | 24 August, 2022

Looking for ways to make your money stretch? Patrick's here with some top tips on how to take advantage of your student status and benefit from great student discounts.

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The best places to eat in Belfast on a budget The best places to eat in Belfast on a budget : News article ID 1437933
Claire Ford | 17 August, 2022

After growing to love the cost of value meals and 30p noodles it can be hard to fork out on a restaurant meal or takeaway. Here’s Claire's guide to the best places to eat in Belfast when you’re on a student budget plus some helpful money saving tips.

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Everything you need to know about Employability at Queen’s Everything you need to know about Employability at Queen’s : News article ID 1362103
Careers | 27 April, 2022

Your questions answered by Queen's First-Class Law Graduate, Yi Kang Choo from Malaysia.

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WATCH: Student Budgeting Tips WATCH: Student Budgeting Tips : News article ID 1422925
Jesselyn Angky | 22 July, 2022

From where to shop to how to get a job, Jesselyn is here to help you make the best of your budget.

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Grocery Shopping on a Budget Grocery Shopping on a Budget : News article ID 1435394
Manasa Ramakrishna | 15 August, 2022

Heading to uni this year? Check out Manasa's top grocery shopping tips and learn how you can spend wisely and stick to your budget.

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Three Cheap Day Trips from Belfast Three Cheap Day Trips from Belfast : News article ID 1426830
Darshana Araventhan | 3 August, 2022

Feel like you need a little weekend adventure but on a tight budget? Here are a few cheap day trips you can do from Belfast without breaking the bank!

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The Best of Vintage and Retro Shopping in Belfast The Best of Vintage and Retro Shopping in Belfast : News article ID 1424897
Patrick Doherty | 27 July, 2022

Do you love to find unique pieces to style out your OOTD*? Join Patrick on a shopping trip around Belfast's best vintage and retro stores.

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A Day out in Belfast spending only £10 A Day out in Belfast spending only £10 : News article ID 1380821
Darshana Araventhan | 27 May, 2022

Funds running low? Take a look at Darshana's top tips for places to visit in the Titanic Quarter which won't break the bank!

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Guide to Charity Shopping in Belfast Guide to Charity Shopping in Belfast : News article ID 1373966
Sumita Selvakumar | 23 May, 2022

From vintage bargains to the latest best-selling books, Sumita has put together a list of charity shops in Belfast to keep your wardrobe updated, save you money and donate to good causes.

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How to Manage Your Finances as a Student How to Manage Your Finances as a Student : News article ID 1368130
Darshana Araventhan | 20 May, 2022

Managing finances may often seem tricky for young adults who have just entered the University lifestyle, so here are a few tips from Malaysian student Darshana on how to make your life easier and save money.

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Things to do in Belfast for £10 (or less!) Things to do in Belfast for £10 (or less!) : News article ID 1374910
Claire Ford | 12 May, 2022

The student loan has run dry, and you’re sitting bored in your student accommodation whilst everyone else heads out...don't despair, Claire's here with her list of cheap things to do in Belfast!

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Get a Head Start with the Future-Ready Award Get a Head Start with the Future-Ready Award : News article ID 1383682
Claire Ford | 30 May, 2022

Queen’s offers students a range of career-enhancing opportunities outside their degree, one of which is the Future-Ready Award. Read Claire's experience and maybe you'll get involved too!

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8 Amazing Part-time Student Jobs Available Right Here on Campus 8 Amazing Part-time Student Jobs Available Right Here on Campus : News article ID 816219
Northern Ireland Student Blog | 29 April, 2020

How would you like to earn cash, have fun and boost your CV to boot?

How I started my business while studying How I started my business while studying : News article ID 1327757
Claire Ford | 21 March, 2022

Claire tells us about the businesses she runs, how she manages her work/life balance and what she's learned from the experience. She also gives great advice on where you can find support for your next business at Queen's.

How expensive is student life in Belfast? How expensive is student life in Belfast? : News article ID 1252041
Wanjiru Chigiti | 8 December, 2021

Wanjiru Chigiti tells us about the cost of student living in Belfast and shares her top tips for how you can save some money.

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How the GB Scholarship has Benefited Me How the GB Scholarship has Benefited Me : News article ID 901222
PETER MOOR, BA ENGLISH AND LINGUISTICS | 26 November, 2019

Peter is just one of the many students who currently benefit from a Scholarship at Queen's. He's sharing all the ways receiving it has helped him during his time at Queen's.

Things to do in Belfast – On a Budget Things to do in Belfast – On a Budget : News article ID 902229
Olaoluwayode Bilewu, BSc Business Economics | 6 June, 2019

You don't need to break the bank to have a good day out in Belfast! In fact, the city is packed with great places to visit and enjoy when you're on a budget.

How to find internships and volunteering opportunities at Queen’s How to find internships and volunteering opportunities at Queen’s : News article ID 1334217
Tessa Rendina | 28 March, 2022

Tessa gives her advice on how to find internships and get involved with volunteering in Belfast.

How Queen’s career services gave my career a head start How Queen’s career services gave my career a head start : News article ID 1116667
Yi Kang Choo, LLB Law | 22 June, 2021

Yi Kang Choo tells us how he used Queen's career services to give his career an early boost.

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5 Ways Queen’s Careers team can change your life 5 Ways Queen’s Careers team can change your life : News article ID 824881
Shing Him Mak, LLB Law | 19 June, 2018

Hello, dream job.

What It’s Like to Work for Queen’s When You're a Student What It’s Like to Work for Queen’s When You're a Student : News article ID 886784
Alisha Ratcliffe, BA English | 22 March, 2019

Did you know that there are a variety of student jobs available at Queen’s? From the QFT to the SU Shop, even Blogging, there are lots of interesting roles! Alisha is sharing why working for Queen’s is the perfect way to fit a job around her studies.

Networking Tools for Students Networking Tools for Students : News article ID 896216
Brandon Lijdsman, Juris Doctorate | 22 May, 2019

Networking is a fantastic way to make connections with people working in your field or with similar interest. But how do you get started? Brandon is sharing his top tools for networking when you're a student.

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Using the Career Development Services at Queen's Using the Career Development Services at Queen's : News article ID 896472
Tejinder Gill, BDS Dentistry | 24 May, 2019

Tejinder shares her step by step guide to getting C.V advice; just one of the many career development services available to Queen's Students.

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The do’s and don’ts of getting a part-time student job The do’s and don’ts of getting a part-time student job : News article ID 825001
Jia Xin Chang, LLB LAW | 20 June, 2018

Max the experience to boost your CV and earn some extra cash.