One of the biggest parts of going to university is the amount of money you need. Life is expensive, we all know it. But if you’re a student, it can be hard to juggle your money while wanting to have fun. Fortunately, there are lots of places that now offer student discounts. It means you can still live your life while on a budget. So, here are some of the best student discounts to use throughout university.
Spotify Student Discount
Not many know this, but Spotify do a student discount. If you want Spotify Premium so you can listen to music at pres without any adverts, all you’ll need is your student id! Student Spotify Premium begins with a 30 day free trial, followed by £5.99 a month afterwards. This is much cheaper than normal! Music is an essential at university. Whether you use it to chill or to get the pres going, you’re going to need it.
Amazon Prime Student
Amazon Prime is a godsend. It’s true. When you wake up on Monday and remember you need that textbook by Wednesday, Amazon Prime it. It’ll arrive on Tuesday. It’s so convenient for students. You also get Prime Video, Prime Music, and Audible! Even better, they have a student discount. If you use your student id for Prime, you’ll get 10% off all textbooks and prime delivery! You get a six-month free trial and, after that, it’s £4.49 a month.
Microsoft Office
Virtually every student will use a Microsoft app during their time at university. Word, Excel, Publisher and Powerpoint are all standard apps at university. But did you know that, if you’re a student, you get it all for free? Just use your university email and password, and all the essentials will become free to download and use during your time at university!
ASOS Student Discount
You still want to look fashionable on a budget, and ASOS understands that. That’s why they offer a student discount that ranges from 10%-15% off! Perfect if you need a last minute outfit! Lots of other clothing retailers offer a student discount, but ASOS is known for having plenty of options.
Activities
Lots of restaurants do a student discount on selected days. If you and your flat mates fancy a meal out on a budget, you can still go somewhere a bit nicer and get a discount. Pizza Express and Zizzi’s both offer student discount. If you check out UniDays, they have all the restaurants on there. Cinemas also offer student discount too, meaning you get cheaper tickets. That’s perfect if you and your flat mates are at a loose end one evening. Lots of other establishments also offer a discount, including zoos. You’ll always find something to do on a budget!
Whether you’re returning to university after summer or starting new in September, don’t forget to get those discounts. You’ll save plenty of money and maintain the budget.