What is it like to live in the city as a student? Here’s Lia’s experience

Lois King on 16 March 2021
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Want to know what living in a big city is like as a student? Check out Lia Jones' YouTube videos for a glimpse into student life in Bristol.

Bristol is a great city that offers more than just your typical campus bubble. If you’re into drum and bass, live music, walks along the river and a mixture of city life combined with endless green spaces, then the University of Bristol should be on your radar.

Find out what it’s like to live in a bustling city like Bristol with Lia’s videos. She’s a fresher who has started university at one of the most unique times - during the pandemic. Although online lectures may not form part of your experience at the university, her tour of the city is a great way to get to know the area and what it’s like to live there as a student. 

When looking for universities, you’ll often see that there are student campuses, or hubs, where students live. These are typically areas separated from other areas of the city for the sole purpose of housing students. They can be a great way to make friends and may seem less daunting than jumping straight into city life. However, the beauty of city universities is that you’re fully immersed into the buzz of the city where graduates, students and locals live together to form an eclectic mix of residents. This style of living prepares students better for life after university as it offers experiences outside the student hub.

Lia’s YouTube videos cover city living, university essentials and room tours. You’ll also find other content on sustainability, fashion and makeup and dealing with changing your degree course. So, if you’re looking for a productive way to procrastinate, then make sure to check out Lia’s videos and support her channel. You’ll get an honest glimpse into student life at a city university, which could be a deciding factor in your UCAS application. 

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Lois King
Lois King on 16 March 2021