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Student Life Editor · UniSorted
Articles by Alex Sheridan
Alex covers the part of university that never makes the timetable: halls, housemates, freshers, mental health, and the admin nobody warns you about. Has lived in a five-bed with a boiler that stayed broken for a full winter, which comes up more often than you would think. Student Life Editor. alex@unisorted.co.uk
Best Headphones and Accessories
Quick summary The Sony WH-1000XM6 (released 2025) is now the strongest premium noise-cancelling over-ear; the older WH-1000XM5 is still excellent
Software Students Should Use
What to know The vast majority of UK universities provide Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, 1TB OneDrive) free with
Affordable Laptops for Students UK (2026): Tested Picks Under £500
Short answer: the most affordable laptop for a UK degree is a Chromebook from around £200 if your work lives
Productivity and Organisation
The quick read Treat your degree like a full-time job by working from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM every weekday.
Time Management Tools
Quick summary 65% of full-time UK undergraduates now juggle paid work alongside their studies. Independent study time has dropped to
Using University Services
What to know 67% of UK employers value soft skills over formal qualifications when hiring. Book a mock interview with
Building Confidence
The short version 73% of first-generation graduates report that university gave them the confidence to overcome imposter syndrome. Identify your
Volunteering Opportunities
Top-line 36% of 16-24 year olds in England volunteer regularly according to the Community Life Survey. 80% of student volunteers
Soft Skills Development
Build the communication, leadership and teamwork skills that employers value most, and that set you apart from other graduates. ←
