Everyone knows that students have very small budgets and a single dollar can go a long way for some of us. Here are hacks that I have used to save money on a daily basis: Loyalty cards: Most businesses have loyalty cards for customers that offer a...
It might be your first year at Uni or maybe you spent last year running out of money. Either way, getting on top of your finances before Uni starts will make the year a lot less stressful. 1. Make two lists Firstly, make a list for your fixed...
Uni can leave you feeling the pinch of many costs and fees, including the pressure to save for your future – but never fear, many of your fellow uni students are in the same boat. While your 20’s is the time of your life to have fun, it is...
Earn As You Learn (EAYL) starts soon, so register now! This free program connects you with local employers who have part-time or casual job vacancies. Why should I register? Check out what these students and employers said when we asked them what...
When it comes to applying for scholarships, we often look at the effort and time it takes, before realising the benefits. So, here are the most common myths about scholarships and how you can overcome them: Myth #1 Finding a scholarship takes...
There is no denying that the most magical time of year is around the corner. However, as wonderful as Christmas is, the cost attached to this season can be daunting for us as Uni students on a low budget! So, to avoid an empty wallet this summer...
After a break that went too quickly and more than a few too many nights out and all day sleep-ins, a new session is upon us. Even though it’s only early days and it may seem like there isn’t that much work to be done, there are a few things...
Do you have ideas that could help shape CSU’s Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP)? CSU is looking for students and staff to join one of three Working Groups, each considering a different focus area for the plan. The RAP Steering Group is encouraging...
I am now halfway through studying a Bachelor of Creative Arts and Design (Graphic Design) online with CSU. I realised this is an opportunity to plan for my future, to make steps in the right direction and to make the most of this time of learning...
Uni days are some of the best of our lives and there are so many opportunities to make the most of them. Joining a club or two, making new friends, catching up with old friends, going out on uni night, getting enough sleep, working a casual job to...
