Bournemouth University (Student Life)

Accommodation: Uni housing good value.

Eating: Good selection of food in Heat, D2 and Dylans bars; several university food options including canteen and cyber cafe.

Drinking: SU bar cheapest in town (£1.50 a pint, £1.20 a shot).

Nightlife: Buzzing with a massive range of pubs, clubs and bars - something for all tastes. Bordering on the pretentious and pricey but good fun. Firestation most popular student venue, open 6 nights a week.

Sports: Sports hall with climbing wall, squash courts, gym and all-weather courts on campus; and UK's first beach volleyball court. University and SU partnerships with many local clubs and venues.

Travel: No campus travel shop.

Annual living costs: The minimum amount students say you need to live on each year (covering all living expenses but excluding tuition fees) is £4500 (in uni accommodation), £5250 (in private accommodation).

Financial help: Small fund operated under strict rules; normally used for rent.

Jobs: Part-time work in shops and bars, both in SU and locally. Average wage £4.50 per hour.

More info: Enquiries to SU President, Tel 01202 595775, www.subu.org.uk