Student Advice Service - Money Matters

Money Week blog of the day – save on travel where you can

As runners up in the national people & planet awards, we know all about being sustainable. We also know all about giving our students as much advice and information about cheap(er) travel. But we don’t know everything, so just ask another student. What’s the best local advice? The cheapest (and healthiest) options are to…

Money Week blog of the day – how to style for less

We can all feel the pressure to fit in or feel a sense of belonging at some time in our lives and being at university can often compound this feeling.We want to be accepted but also embrace difference and be unique. And certainly here at Brighton, there is no such thing as a “typical” student…

Money Week blog of the day – save on the boring stuff (like utility bills)

There are lots of ways that you can reduce your electricity, gas and water bills. Here are some top tips on how you can do this. There’s also lots of information out there about ways you can save energy – pretty much all energy companies have information on their websites, and you can also check…

Money Week blog of the day – ‘Waste Not, Want Not’ on all things food

They say you are what you eat and eating well can be a struggle, especially if you’re not used to meal planning or thinking too much about ingredients. Eating well on a budget is even trickier, and often the healthier options can be more expensive, but not if you start from scratch. As part of…

Countdown to National Student Money Week

This year’s theme is ‘Waste Not, Want Not’ and throughout the week we’ll be looking at different aspects of reducing waste, saving money and promoting sustainable finances. Whatever your student finance question, we’ve (hopefully!) got the answer, so come along and put us to the test! Where can you find us? Monday 6th – Sprinters…

Win FREE travel on Brighton & Hove buses

Travel by Brighton & Hove bus? It’s competition time, but you haven’t got long to enter so keep your eyes peeled……. Local artist Lou Theodore has captured some of her travels on the buses in image form and this artwork is currently being used on some of the loacl buses. Brighton and Hove buses are…

Get involved in National Student Money Week 2017

Between Monday 6th February – Friday 10th February the Student Advice Service are taking part in National Student Money Week. Universities throughout the UK will be joining forces to deliver this annual event and sharing great ideas and innovative ways of saving the pennies and stretching the pounds. This year’s theme is ‘Waste not, Want not’…

HOAX emails targeting students doing the rounds. Stay safe online

We have been made aware that some University of Brighton students have been targeted by scammers. This is a hoax email and we strongly advise you to report it as spam to your provider and please do not respond. The latest scam is well timed as…

Moulsecoomb veg boxes are back with a January offer!

Missed your weekly veg bargains? Well, the waiting is over – veg boxes are back! And at only £2 a box for this week only, here’s a bargain not to be missed. Pop along to Cockcroft SU reception today to place your order. Boxes will be ready for collection this Thursday 19th January between 12…

Charity book sale this Friday at Moulsecoomb

Second hand book sale Friday 13th January 12-2 pm One World Nursery has a small ongoing (2nd hand) book and DVD sale raising money for migrant and refugee solidarity projects /charities. They have already been able to send £250 directly via a link with one of our families to a group in Greece helping to…