Student Accommodation – How to Get Used to It
Many freshers are worried about feeling homesick, so it’s alright if it’s hard for you to get used to your new life and home. Believe it or not, while studying, your accommodation does matter and it can affect your university success and experience. Therefore, we have asked experts from Swansea University Accommodation service to give us advice on making student’s room ideal for the exciting, new challenges a university life brings about.
First of all, most people find it difficult to get used to living with others (they have just met). Nevertheless, these issues can be solved rather easily and, chances are, you’ll make friends for life. But, don’t be hard on yourself, keep in mind that it takes some time to acclimatize. Don’t worry if you don’t get along with them straight away. If, however, you cannot click with your roommate, why wouldn’t you find someone with whom you have many things in common. Use social media channels to reach more people, maybe someone from the same area as you. If you’re, for example, a football fan, search for students with a common passion for your favorite team.
If you start feeling homesick or low, it’s important to understand you’re not the only one who suffers. Even if others seem to be coping that very well, people living with you are probably feeling quite similar. It might be a good idea to invite friends from home to stay or plan a small trip to see them. If your home isn’t too far away, you might just take a weekend trip to make your first university days much more manageable.
When it comes to things you could bring to make your accommodation feel more homely, I suggest investing in a cosy bed that will last until you get your degree. It’s also recommended to bring some small personal items from home, such as cushions, posters, photos etc. If you start to feel low or homesick, these small, yet familiar objects would be rather comforting.
