Lee - Testimonial
Age: 25
Course: BA(Hons) Business with E-Commerce
Year: 3
1. Why did you decide to stay living at home while studying at University?
For cost and convenience.
2. Did you have any reservations about living at home while studying, and if you did to what extent were these realised?
I have a large family and get distracted, as there is always a lot of noise.
3. Do you think living at home has had any effect on your academic success?
Possibly. It has meant that I haven't had to work as many hours so I have had more time to study. Also, my parents have been able to see how hard I've been studying so have been willing to help me financially where possible to take the stress of money worries away.
4. What do you see as the benefits of living at home while attending the University?
As my home is in Southampton, it is very convenient and I can keep in contact a lot more with my family and friends - which is very important to me as I can go and see them for advice or to relax and have fun when things are getting on top of me.
5. Do you think you think you are in a better position financially because you live at home?
To be honest no, because none of my friends from Southampton are students, so when we go out it is usually on weekends to premium priced venues! It is mainly my own fault though as I am very bad at managing my finances (therefore I would have no money no matter where I lived!)
6. How do you feel your experiences differed from students who live in student accommodation?
I was never made aware of any student social events during the first year and didn't get to meet many people from other courses.
7. Do you have any advice for prospective students considering studying while living at home?
Invest the money from your student loan in to making your bedroom into a home office (desk, computer, comfortable chair, shelves for books etc.) Ensuring you have enough space to study is ESSENTIAL. Also, make sure that others who live with you will respect the time you need to spend on your own studying, without distractions.