University or college life can often be an incredibly interesting time for students, especially if it is their first taste of life outside of their parents' home.
From lectures and exams, to getting your first taste of freedom as you spend most nights socialising with new friends, student life can be a blast.
However, it's not all fun and games while studying as most students come to the quick realisation that living independently can be a lot more expensive than they initially thought.
The current cost of living crisis is also adding more pressure on students to manage their finances better, to plan in advance and be aware that everyday costs could rise without much notice.
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