Money
From saving your student loan to ways of making money, you’ll find it all here.
Find new opportunities to get paid, everything you need to know about your student finance loans and tips on how to save money every day. Moving to uni can be overwhelming, so we’ve covered everything from when your student loans get paid to what student loan plan you’re on, to keep you in the know.
What Is The Real Cost Of Living In Leeds?
From rent and food to nights out, here's a realistic monthly budget breakdown.
What Is The Real Cost Of Living In Nottingham?
How much does it really cost to live in Nottingham as a student? Here’s a realistic monthly budget covering rent, food, and everyday expenses.
New In: The Latest UK Student Discounts You Need to Know
Student life isn’t cheap, but don't worry, that’s precisely where we come in. At Student Beans, we’re constantly teaming up with new brands to connect you to exclusive discounts and incredible…
How to Find Cheap Student Accommodation in Manchester
Discover how to find cheap student accommodation in Manchester. Learn tips to save money and uncover the best budget-friendly options.
SLC Disbursements Explained
A super handy guide for university newbies on all things related to student finance, loans and SLC disbursements.
John Lewis Student Discount Real Student Christmas Gifting Inspo
Discover the ultimate John Lewis student discount guide for Christmas gifts! Find student-approved ideas and save big with John Lewis student discount.
When is Black Friday 2025? 15 Black Friday tips for the best deals
Need the low down on Black Friday 2025? We've got all the details plus 15 top tips to snag the best Black Friday deals - and what to avoid.
The Best Loyalty Cards With The Best Rewards 2025
Did somebody say freebies? Count us in. Loyalty cards are a student's best friend. When you're paying at most shops, they'll ask you if you have a loyalty card and if you'd like one, and while it might seem like you're hoarding pieces of plastic and taking up space in your wallet, some of them are seriously useful — aka comes with freebies and exciting rewards. In the UK, many brands and companies offer loyalty cards, which is a great way to receive exclusive discounts, deals, and the...
The Best Amazon Prime Day Deals For Students
The best discounted items to add to your wishlist. Amazon Prime Day is like Christmas come early. Whether you really need some new bed sheets or have had your eye on a fancy coffee machine – Amazon Prime Day is the best time to do it. During this time you can you can get some serious bargains on big brand names. This year, Amazon Prime Day is on the 7th – 8th of October. While loads of things will be discounted across those two days, there are already plenty of discounts already that you can...
Best Bank Switch Offers 2025 For Extra Cash
Switching your current account is an easy way to make some cash. Looking for a way to make some quick and easy money? Switching your bank account can earn you up to £200. Really. Lots of banks are offering all kinds of perks from cashback and memberships to high interest savings accounts. So even if you're not eligible to switch, there's other benefits to be had, like fee-free spending money abroad . If you're just trying to work out which student account to go for, then we've got a guide for...
Disabled Students’ Allowance Guide
Not sure where to start with DSA? You're not alone. Check out our guide to DSA applications so you can find out what to expect and how to apply.
How To Budget & Create a Student Budget Planner
Need help managing your money at uni? Find out why a student budget is important and our top budgeting tips to stretch your student loan.
Do Students Pay Council Tax?
Getting your head around your student bills you'll have to pay? Check out our guide to find out why you might be exempt from paying council.
The Best Student Bank Accounts of 2025
Discover our list of the best UK student bank accounts to open while studying at university or college this year.
Average Monthly Allowance For University Students UK: Average Student Living Costs
The average monthly allowance for university students in the UK is high due to student living costs. Here’s everything you need to know.
What Is The Real Cost Of Living In Birmingham?
Here’s a realistic monthly budget covering rent, food, and everyday expenses.
Here's What You Need To Know About Hard vs Soft Credit Checks And Defaults
Everything you need to know about the difference between soft vs hard credit checks and what you can do to avoid defaults.
Currys Black Friday Deals 2024: laptops, TVs, and more
Find out what to expect in the Currys Black Friday sale 2024 with our guide to the best deals on laptops, TVs and more.
Best Money Saving Apps In The UK Right Now
Being a student isn't cheap — there's food, nights out and plenty of textbooks to buy and on a tight budget, you need to save money wherever you can. That's where money-saving apps come in handy. Whether you're looking for cashback, discounts or rewards on your purchases, there are plenty of apps out there to help you save. We're here to help you decipher the best money-saving apps in the UK right now so you can always feel like you've got a good deal. From Plum cash ISAs to Quidco cashback...
Last Posting Dates For Christmas 2025
Discover the crucial last posting dates for Christmas 2025 to ensure your gifts arrive on time. Plan ahead with our guide to Christmas 2025.
Best Place To Sell Your Clothes Online
Selling unwanted clothes is a great way to make money. Check out our top tips for selling clothes online and the best sites to sell clothes.
What To Do If You Haven't Received Your Student Loan Yet
Wondering what to do if you haven
Cost Of A Gen Z Student Night Out
View Student Beans data on the cost of a night out for drinking vs sober gen z students, and get advice from alcohol-free industry experts.
Get £100 Cash, £120 Worth Of Just Eat Vouchers & Amazing Perks When You Open This Student Bank Account
This article is a sponsored post in partnership with Nationwide. Live your best life at uni with a bank account that supports you every step of the way. Are you starting uni this September? If you're an incoming fresher you probably have loads of things on your mind and your bank account might not be one of them— but that's ok, as we're here to help you out with that and make sorting out your finances much easier. As an incoming student, you probably haven't given a whole lot of thought to...
Best Side Hustles For Students in 2025
Looking for a side hustle to make extra money in 2025? Read our guide on tips to get started, and types of side hustles you can start today.
How Does Buy Now, Pay Later Affect Your Credit Score?
Find out how buy now, pay later loans can affect your credit score, and what you should know about them before you use them.
Applying For Student Finance: Your Questions Answered
Confused about applying for Student Finance? You're not alone! We'll take you through the steps and answer any questions around the topic.
Here's How You Can Get Paid To Recycle
Find out which high street retailers will pay you to recycle your unwanted items and empty products. Including cash, vouchers & more.
De-influencing Explained: Here’s How To Work Out If You NEED To Buy Something This Black Friday
How to deinfluence this Black Friday and work out if you really need to spend money and if it's a wise investment.
Best Book Discounts: Waterstones, World of Books, Books2Door & more!
Call yourself a book worm? Here are the best student discounts on books in 2023. Everyone likes a good deal, even readers. So we've rounded up the best student discounts on books and bookshops – including academic textbooks, children's books, YA, secondhand books, book subscription boxes and more. There are a mix of big and small brands in this list where you can find student discount codes, offers and sales – including Perlego, Hive books, WoB and A Box of Stories. For the full overview of...
Your Childhood Barbies Could Be Worth Up To £65,000
Discover which childhood Barbies could be worth up to £65,000! Unearth your childhood Barbies and find out if you have a valuable collector's item.
Don't Be Caught Out By These Tricky Festival Scams
Don't be a victim of festival scams! Learn how to spot festival scams and protect yourself from ticket fraud. Read our expert tips now!
Can You Get a Mortgage with a Bad Credit Score?
Everything you need to know about getting a mortgage with bad credit and how mortgage lenders look at your credit score.
What You Need To Know About Loans, Credit & Borrowing Money
Discover what you need to know about loans, credit, and borrowing money. From student loans to payday loans, get informed to make smart financial decisions.
How Do Credit Cards Work?
Confused by the financial side of day-to-day life? Find out all about how credit cards work, what credit even is and how to use it.
What Is A Credit Score And How Do You Improve It
Everything students need to know about how credit, from how to improve your credit score and how to check one.
You Could Get Paid To Cuddle Bear Cubs
Discover your dream summer job! Get paid to cuddle bear cubs in Michigan. Apply now and earn $20/hour cuddling bear cubs this season!
Here’s How You Can Save £89 A Month On Essentials
Discover how to save £89 a month on essentials with our exclusive discounts. Learn how to save £89 on food, travel, internet, and more!
This Student Was Forced To Take Redundancy As The Cost Of Living Climbs Too High
Discover how the cost of living crisis forced a student into redundancy. Explore the impact on students' lives and the urgent need for change.
How To Manage Your Money Better & Make It Go Further
Everything you need to know about budgeting, sensible spending and how to make your money go further as a student.
Where To Find The Best Cyber Monday Deals
Everything you need to know about Cyber Monday 2022 and where to find the best deals across tech and home appliances.
Your Guide To The Best Credit Cards For Students
The best student credit cards for UK university students in 2023 and the advantages and disadvantages of them.
Cut Your Supermarket Shopping Bill With These 10 Foolproof TikTok Hacks
Here are 10 foolproof supermarket TikTok hacks to slash your shopping bill. Learn how supermarket TikTok hacks can help you save big today!
100 Money Saving Tips For Students
Save money while in uni with these easy money saving tips for students. Being a student is tough. Budgeting and money worries can really play on your mind when you're a student and it's normal to…
What To Do If You're Worried About Money At University
A guide to financial support for students if you
Here Are 8 Of The Best Investing Apps In The UK
If you're starting your investing journey, then we've got everything you need to know. Whether you're a total newbie or you've had some experience, the world of investing can be a bit confusing…
Stop Wasting Your Money On These 24 Things
Need to nip your bad spending habits in the bud? We
Banking For Dummies: A Student Guide To The World Of Finance
Unlock the secrets of finance with our
How To Spend Your Money Wisely During Freshers' Week
Find out how to budget and spend your money wisely during fresher