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Moving away from home to go to university is a big change and a massive milestone for both students and parents. This is why it’s important to take the time to choose the right environment for you. Transitioning into student accommodation involves more than just finding a bed near campus; it’s about finding an environment that actively supports your academic and personal goals. Between all the hustle and turmoil of lectures, exams and tests, the two factors that often fly und

Landing in Cape Town as an international student feels a bit like stepping into a postcard. There’s Table Mountain. There’s ocean air. There’s a new university chapter waiting for you. And then there is the practical question: Where am I going to live? Choosing the right student accommodation in Cape Town is not just about finding a room. It is about choosing your base, your comfort zone and your support system while studying abroad. Let’s walk through what really matters. St

Living in shared accommodation can be exciting, especially if it’s the first time you’re moving away from home. However, sharing a space with others can also come with challenges if expectations aren’t managed properly. Different routines, study schedules and lifestyles can easily create tension. The good news? When shared living is structured thoughtfully and managed well, co-living spaces and communal housing can help students build friendships, stay focused and truly thriv

Student accommodation plays a far bigger role in academic success and wellbeing than many people may realise.  Where students live can affect how they study, how they rest, how safe they feel and how supported they are during one of the most formative periods of their lives. As higher education evolves and students become more socially conscious, there is also growing awareness that accommodation should be held to higher standards than affordability and location alone. This i

Studying in a student flat might sound like a dream come true, but let's face it, in reality it's often more like noisy flatmates, midnight cooking and someone constantly borrowing your favourite chair. But luckily, you can still develop efficient study habits even in a shared space; you just need to find routines that work with your lifestyle, not against it. If you're living in a student flat in Cape Town or anywhere else in the world, this guide's goal is to help you get i

Going back to campus should feel exciting, not like you are packing for a survival challenge. Between registration dates, residence rules and trying to remember where you put your ID, it is easy to forget the basics. That is why having a solid checklist matters. It helps you settle in faster, avoid last-minute panic buys and start the year feeling organised, not overwhelmed. Your New Home Base Your room is more than just a place to sleep. It is your study space, snack zone an

Let’s be honest! Being a student in South Africa is exciting but also a bit terrifying when your bank balance looks like it’s holding its breath. Between transport, rent, takeaways and those “just one coffee” study breaks, your allowance or part-time earnings can disappear faster than your data on a bad Wi-Fi day. But here’s the good news: saving money as a student  isn’t about cutting out all the fun or living off two-minute noodles forever. It’s about learning how to stretc

Finding the right place to live while you study can feel like a big deal and honestly, it is. Your accommodation shapes your student life, your friendships, your routines, even your mindset. For parents, it’s about safety and structure. For students, it’s about freedom and figuring things out (preferably without burning the pasta). That’s where Study & Stay steps in: a space designed to make student living  comfortable, secure and social. Whether you’re just starting universi

Landing your first job or internship is exciting, but writing a resume when you have little to no job experience can feel like trying to fill a blank page with magic. The good news? You don’t need years of work behind you to impress employers. You just need to learn how to highlight what you do have: your skills, achievements and potential. This guide will help you create a strong resume that makes hiring managers say, “We need to meet this student!” Step 1: Start with the Ba

Final exams can feel intense, stressful and sometimes downright overwhelming. But with the right approach, you don’t have to survive them; you can study smart, stay focused and perform at your best. This guide shares exam preparation strategies, study tips for university students  and ways to make your study sessions more effective, so you can walk into exam day feeling confident.  1. Start Early and Make a Study Plan One of the biggest mistakes students make is cramming. Ins