An introvert’s survival guide to university
You’ve landed a place at your university of choice — well done. Now comes the harder bit — all that socialising! Going to university is all about meeting new people…
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A guide to mitigating circumstances at university in Leeds
All universities understand that occasionally students will go through difficult times in their lives, and this will impact upon their academic performance. After all, university isn’t a bubble and life…
8 smart ways for students to save money
I think we can all agree that being a student in the UK is expensive these days. The tuition fees alone are astronomical, and then there are living costs on…
How to do Halloween on a student budget
The end of October brings a welcome opportunity for students to chill out, get dressed up, decorate their digs, and have some fun. However, fancy dress costumes and house decorations…
The benefits of bills exclusive student living
...the basics. So, what are the benefits of choosing our bills exclusive rent option? Let’s explore the pros below. Bills exclusive is cheaper While all of the extras mentioned above...…
How to feel less lonely at university
You’re at university and have been repeatedly told that these will be the best years of your life, but you’re not having much fun. In reality, you’re missing your friends…
Leeds Varsity 2019
Pickard Properties was delighted to be sponsoring Leeds Varsity this year and the experience certainly did not disappoint. We enjoyed two days of fantastic sportsmanship and the grand rugby union…
All about university initiations
It’s Freshers’ Week as we write and you’re probably having too good a time right now to be reading this blog post! You’ll be busy getting to know your new…
Why you need to join a university society
You’re starting university soon and what an adventure you have ahead of you! You’ll no doubt be intending to work hard while you’re studying, but that’s not all being a…
How to survive Freshers' Week
Hello new students and welcome to the vibrant city of Leeds! We hope you have a fantastic time at university here, and we are ready to support you with all…
An indispensable guide to the second year
You got through the first year, had a blast, and you’re excited to get back to university for year two of your degree. We don’t blame you for being eager…
The ultimate university packing list
September is just around the corner and with it comes the start of the new academic year. For some, this means a return to university for year two or three…
How to manage your FOMO over summer
The academic year is over, and university students are now filling their time with other things — some have gone home to spend time with their family, some are working,…
5 helpful tips for starting university
If you recently finished your A levels and got accepted into a university, you’ll now be busy enjoying your summer. However, as summer moves on, you’ll find your mind wandering…
The benefits of bills inclusive student living
At Pickard Properties, we offer our student tenants two rental options: bills inclusive or bills exclusive. The latter is the cheaper and probably more attractive option up front; however, bills…
The best live music venues in Leeds
Leeds provides a cracking night out for students and young professionals alike, and if you’re a keen gig-goer, you won’t be disappointed by the live music venues on offer in…
How to save money when attending university open days
You’re in your final year of sixth form or college and hoping to get the grades to attend university next year. Great! All you need to do now (aside from…
5 ways to earn money at university
The majority of full-time students have a student loan and a bank account with a generous overdraft to get them through their uni days, alongside a little help from the…
How to stay connected with school friends at university
You may very well have built up a new group of friends at university but the chances are you’re still missing your friends from home — whether they’re still at…
Where to eat in Headingley
We’ve all been there — you get home from a long day of lectures at uni or work, and the last thing on earth you want to do right then…
How to manage stress at university
For most people, their university days are some of the best of their lives — they are times many will look back on in years to come and reminisce about…
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