These Are The 10 Best Universities For Student Life

For a lot of people going to uni, thinking about their up and coming student life is one of the most exciting things. For some, it’s what they base their university choices on entirely. After all, a day’s hard work can easily be solved by a few beers in the local pub. So which uni’s rank highest for student life? Have a look at the 10 best universities for student life.

1. University of Leeds

One of the best northern cities, Leeds offers plenty of pubs, clubs, bars and restaurants for you to try out. Whether it be Call Lane, the Otley Run, or Merrion Street, there’s something for everyone. Plus, it’s very cheap.

2. University of Sheffield

The uni’s students union plays a massive part in each student’s life, with it being recognised as a decent place to spend the night and a great provider of student societies.

3. Newcastle University

Always cheap, and always lively. You’re never more than 5 minutes from a pub, whether you’re in Jesmond, halls, or at uni, and the nightlife is renowned.

4. University of Nottingham

Nottingham Uni boasts an incredibly active student’s union, with over 300 societies and clubs, but Nottingham itself is worth it. A ton of bars, shops and clubs, and an always fun rivalry with Trent.

5. University of Bath

Plenty of student haunts litter this city, but they don’t dull the sparkle of the beautiful architecture. This is one for your insta.

6. Harper Adams University

The SU is run by the students, so they put on great nights. Events like the iconic “Big Wednesdays”, loads of live music, and comedy nights happen on the regular.

7. University of East Anglia

This is one for the sporty types. It hosts the largest indoor sports facility in the UK and plenty of great sporting teams, but even if sport isn’t your thing, there’s plenty in the way of pubs, clubs and shopping.

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8. University of Exeter

Exeter is more known for its great facilities and education than its city, with courses receiving great reviews. However, the old city has a thriving nightlife and a real cultural vibe.

9. Cardiff University

Cardiff is the capital of Wales, so would always be the place to go for great nightlife and a great city if you fancied living west. It’s also one of the more affordable places to go to uni.

10. Loughborough

The student’s union is award-winning, with anybody who’s visited it rating it massively against other clubs. Three different rooms all playing different music genres, there’s always something to dance to, and always someone to dance with. These are just 10 of the best universities for student life.