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www.sellstudentbooks.com
Bargain book Babylon: hundreds of books to browse and buy. Shop for reading lists or (we won't tell) trash fiction. Even better - once you're done with them, hawk them on to other students.
www.ucas.com
If you're applying for an undergraduate degree at a UK university, you pretty much have to deal with these guys. The Universities and Colleges Admissions Service oversees the applications procedure as well as UCAS Extra and the Clearing process, the second and third pops at the uni application party.
www.uniaid.org.uk
UNIAID is a charity helping young people overcome financial hurdles to higher education. Bursary news, financial advice and sometimes a listening/helpful ear on money matters.
www.shelter.org.uk
Shelter is a national charity which campaigns to keep rooves over heads. Click here for particular advice for students, or call the free advice line on 0808 800 4444.
www.native.tv
Funky looking music and travel website including travel features and destination guides from countries and cities all around the world, live music reviews, gig and club guides, retro games, competitions, financial advice for young adults and more. One to watch.
www.designmynight.com
A useful tool for London students planning a night out. Whether to celebrate something special or just to get some ideas, simply put in the details of what you are looking for and they will plan your night for you.
studenthubs.org
An entirely youth-led charity working in universities across the UK connecting students with charity work and volenteering oppertunities. They help students get involved in charitable, volunteer and socially entrepreneurial activities, and provide training and up-to-date information on social and environmental issues, events, and careers.
Last updated on: 12 January 2011