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ResLife Game Night

17th Dec 2026 | 7:00pm

ResLife Game Night

Free games and food, what more could you want!

Active Residences - Football

11th Dec 2026 | 8:30pm

Active Residences - Football

Join us for football fun

Weekend(ish) wanderer - Edinburgh Dungeon

25th Oct 2026 | 4:45pm

Weekend(ish) wanderer - Edinburgh Dungeon

Dare to discover Edinburgh's darkest secrets?

Weekend wanderer - Charity Shop Crawl

24th Oct 2026 | 1:00pm

Weekend wanderer - Charity Shop Crawl

Looking for a bargain?

Active Residences - Kwik Cricket

20th Oct 2026 | 3:00pm

Active Residences - Kwik Cricket

Curious about cricket? Give Kwik cricket a go

Active Residences - Yoga

20th Oct 2026 | 12:15pm

Active Residences - Yoga

Join us for a relaxing weekly yoga session

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What to eat on campus

Tasty and affordable meals all around campus

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How to keep warm in halls

It's time to get cosy🧣

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Isaure's tips on how to make friends at uni

From joining societies to just being brave

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Edinburgh City Guide: Cheap Eats

Edinburgh is filled with fantastic eateries...

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How to build a balanced plate

A student's guide to a healthy meal

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Top things to do after arrivals

Helpful tips for moving in

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Free Meningococcal B (MenB) Vaccination

Are you eligible for the free MenB vaccination?

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Collecting Parcels

No doubt you'll be getting a few orders to halls...

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How to pay your accommodation fees

Everything you need to know

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How To Report a Maintenance Issue

Help us by reporting any maintenance defects in your room

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Save on Laundry with Circuit Laundry's Wash Pass

Laundry Just Got Easier

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Completing your room inventory

Complete your room inventory within 7 days

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Heating in Your Accommodation

Keeping your room warm while staying energy efficient

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Warden Drop-in

Did you know that every hall has a dedicated student warden?

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Enrolment - Start Your Semester with Confidence!

Get support with enrolment!

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How do I get to Edinburgh campus from the airport

Are you arriving in Edinburgh by plane?

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What to pack | International guide

Key items you'll want to consider bringing

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Before you arrive at Heriot-Watt

Here are the things you need to know

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Opening a bank account as an International Student

It's crucial to establish a solid financial foundation

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Your 2026/2027 Residence Handbook

The Residence Handbook is a great resource...

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Budgeting tips to know before you move in

Our top 5 tips to help you manage your money

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Shuttle Bus service from Edinburgh to Borders

Grab a spot on our shuttle bus between the two campuses

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Upcycled decorations for your room

How to turn waste into beautiful decor on a budget

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Important Guidance on Lithium Batteries in Halls

Simple Steps to Stay Safe

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Get discounted bus travel with a Young Scot Card

You're eligible for free bus travel!

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What to bring to Heriot Watt

Your packing list

Is it a scam?

Everything you need to know to help stay safe

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Storage for students

Store smart, not hard

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Keeping connections after you leave

Staying in touch with each other ❤️

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Step-free access in Edinburgh

Getting out and about

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Benefits of postgraduate accommodation

Designed to make uni life easy, save time and money

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PAT Testing in Halls – Keeping You Safe

Not sure whether your appliance is safe to use? PAT test it!

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Walk with llamas in Edinburgh

More llamas, less drama!

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Buy your essentials second-hand

Your guide to saving money before you arrive!

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Why you should call campus ‘home’ for another year

Apply now and secure your spot

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LGBTQIA+ Friendly Spaces in Edinburgh

Thousands of people celebrate the queer community

A Guide to Cleaning Your Halls

Keeping your residences clean is super important...

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5 things you need to be more sustainable

Simple daily habits that save both the planet and your money

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Private rented accommodation FAQs

Essentials you need to know

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Best day trips from Edinburgh

Escape student life for a day

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What you're responsible for in halls

Everything you need to know

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The Student Union

Everything you need to know

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Did someone say 'DaVinci's Café?

The Mona Lisa of outlets!

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All the 'Elements' of a good meal

Fresh and made-to-order

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5 steps to self-care

Remember to look after yourself both mentally and physically

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Edinburgh campus walking tour

Walking routes and key buildings

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Get a 'The Piece' of this

Great for grabbing breakfast before your lecture

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Where to get the best 'Café Brio'che

The continental-style café

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Throwback to Bistro 1776

The go-to dinner venue

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Food from around the world at Central

Whether you want to try something new or get a taste of home

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Noise levels in halls

Keep it down to keep the peace

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Looking for extra support with your studies?

Make the most of the Skills Hub

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Resources and tools to help you study for exams

Make studying fun! 📚

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Arrivals Day at Heriot-Watt Edinburgh

First moments, new faces and life on campus begins

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House Hunting 101

When to start looking and where to look

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3 easy 'clear your fridge' recipes

Moving out of uni? Don't waste what's in your fridge.

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Student-only vs private rented accommodation

The essential guide to living off-campus

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What if it's meningitis?

Knowing the symptoms and what to do if you think you have it

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Need an accommodation reference?

Request yours for private renting in Edinburgh next year

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Little things to consider whilst living on campus

Top tips on becoming the best flatmate

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Hanna's favourite places to go on a rainy day

To warm up and get cosy 🌧️☕️

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Lockable Bike Storage at Christina Miller

🚲 A safer way to keep your bike safe in halls

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Full list of cafés on campus

From iced coffee, to fresh cakes, and everything in between

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Cleaning tips – room inspection edition

Having a tidy space boosts our productivity and mood too

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Room and kitchen Inspection

What to Expect

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Visiting the ResLife hub?

We’re asking everyone to do a quick check-in when you visit

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Rosie's Blog: How I manage my mental health

Everyone should feel they can talk about their mental health

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My favourite spots to de-stress on campus

Some of my top spots to check out on our campus

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Smoking and vaping at Heriot-Watt

Important information

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Need comfy bedding? Get a Heriot Watt bedding pack

Available to purchase from your main reception

Running & Walking Routes on Campus

Heriot-Watt has the ideal routes already set up for you

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Meet the ResLife team!

Get to know some of our ResLife members

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Download the SafeZone App

What it is and why you should use it

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UniKitOut

UniKitOut is here to make your move smooth & stress-free

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Staying safe during the darker nights

What to do, who to call, and when to use SafeZone

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Carolina's what to pack

As an international student 🧳

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Best places to study on Edinburgh campus

Finding the right place makes all the difference

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Damage charges in halls

Keeping halls in top shape

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Take a hike...up Arthur's Seat

Join Crystal for a peaceful hike up Arthur's Seat

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Report + Support

Creating a safer, more inclusive Heriot-Watt community

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Dealing with homesickness

Moving to uni is meant to be an exciting time

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Struggling to make your student loan stretch?

Here's some easy tips on how to budget better💰

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Free things to do in Edinburgh

Fun and free, here's what you can't miss out on in the city

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Edinburgh City Guide: Best group activities

Edinburgh's a lively city, with plenty of activities to try

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Sending Mail on Campus

Guide on how to send mail from campus!

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How to get from Edinburgh campus to the city

The easiest way to travel to the city centre

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My journey from India to Edinburgh

Follow Krish on his travels ✈️

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Top five Heriot-Watt merch to settle you in

So fresh, so clean

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What is an Advance Rent Payment (ARP)?

(And why it's important you pay it)

Celebrating cultures and diversity

Share the joy, discover community

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Laundry Etiquette

Keep it clean and fair for everyone

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Should I Get a Job at Uni?

Is it the right choice for me?

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Studio flat

Contemporary studios for postgraduate students

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International Students' Clothing Guide

What to wear,where to shop & how to survive Scottish weather

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International Supermarkets in Edinburgh

You're never far from a world of flavour

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Our halls guest policy

Want to have guests over? Here's what you need to know

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The Best Cafes for studying in town

A change of scenery to refresh your mind

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Food options near HW Edinburgh Campus

Delicious meals guaranteed, even past campus opening times

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Stay Active with ResLife!

Come along to a Active Residencies event

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Top tips living in traditional non-ensuite

Your go-to guide for thriving in Leonard Horner Hall:

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Closest supermarkets to Edinburgh Campus

Food shopping on your doorstep

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Moving to the UK for the first time

Here's how my experience went...

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Getting to Edinburgh’s Hospitals from Heriot-Watt

travel tips on how to get to the hospitals

A safe door

ResLife Safe Box

Keep it safe - cons

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Essential items for International Student

plus some simple tips from a current student!

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Edinburgh bucket list

The city is so beautiful with so many things to do and see

Edinburgh Campus hall FAQs

From laundry to maintenance

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What's in my bag?

Nicola's top picks for packing

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Jio's Uni Room |

Before & After

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A 10-minute mindful morning routine

To help put your wellbeing first every day

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A guide to Edinburgh's diverse supermarkets

Supermarkets offering an array of international flavours

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What to pack - essential guide

Essential items you need for university

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Where to get support

There are always people to help on Edinburgh Campus

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Have you registered with a GP?

Sign up for the doctors on campus

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Share chores without the chaos

How to keep your flat clean without the drama

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Therapets on campus

The cutest way to relieve some stress

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Meals to make from your freezer

Healthy and cheap dishes to rustle up using freezer food

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Top 6 stress-free study tips

Exams can be a stressful time

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Watt Fair recap

Get a sneak peek into this event

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Iftars on Campus

How we celebrated

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FREE period products on campus

Everyone should have access to free period products

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Make the most of our careers services

Looking for a job whilst studying?

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A day in the life of a master's student

Video blog straight from a Digital Creator!

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Plant-based recipes for beginners

Kickstart the new year with these vegan recipes

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Laundry at Heriot-Watt - A Guide

Make laundry day a breeze

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Sport at Heriot-Watt

Learn about the facilities at Oriam and more!

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From home to halls

An international student's journey to Heriot Watt

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8 things to love about Scotland

Here's our pick of the bunch

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ResLife Event Recap: Hot Choc Workshop

A classic winter warmer

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Have lunch with me on campus

At Elements! 🌯

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Sustainable re-sale shopping apps

Shop and sell whilst saving the planet

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Contents insurance with Howden

The new name for My Endsleigh

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Stress busters

Essential tips and tricks to destress

Books

How reading can improve your mental wellbeing

Take a moment for yourself

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The Potter Trail

A magical time 🪄

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Checking out the market

Every Saturday, 9am - 2pm

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Exploring Edinburgh

Top places you should check out

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Come to the library with me

Cameron Smail Library

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Move to uni with me

From France to Edinburgh ✈️

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TV Licensing - Don't risk a fine

When do you need a TV licence?

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How to be the best flatmate

Living with new people at university can be a challenge

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Introduction to Residence Life

Here to support you during your time living with us

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Bus Services to Edinburgh Campus

One of the easiest ways to get to and from campus

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FREE bus pass for under 22

Where will free bus travel take you?

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Go Global Accommodation Options

There are a few accommodation options available

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Undergraduate Room Types

Deciding on accommodation at University is exciting

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Postgraduate Room Types

A number of different accommodation options to choose from

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Contemporary En-Suite Room Tour

Take a look around our contemporary en suite room

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Accommodation FAQs

You may have questions before you arrive at Heriot-Watt

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Accommodation Guarantee

What Does it Mean?

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What to do in the event of a fire...

How and when to raise the alarm

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Banned & Prohibited Items In Halls

Read this to ensure that you do not bring any contraband

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Travel to Edinburgh with me

The best ways to get into the centre

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My evening routine in halls

How do you spend your evenings?

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Food shopping on a £20 budget

Food shopping is a necessity when becoming a student

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What's in my bag? Ndulamo's essentials

Your guide to the accessories and essentials your bag NEEDS

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What's provided in a Contemporary en suite room

We provide you with some items

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Weekly Fire Alarm Test

The University conducts weekly testing of the systems

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Fire Safety in Halls

You need to know some important fire safety information

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What's provided in a Traditional en suite room?

We provide you with some items...

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Edinburgh Campus Map

Get an idea of your new surroundings

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Packing for uni

The clothing essentials

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The best student banks in the UK & Scotland

Put your money troubles to rest and bank the smart way

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Social spaces in halls

It's important to be able to gather with friends

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How to find part-time jobs as a student

A comprehensive guide

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How to deal with culture shock as an international

starting a new life can be exciting and overwhelming

Getting around in Edinburgh

You may be wondering what the best way to get around is

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How to Connect to WiFi in Halls

The Wi-Fi in halls is managed by Glide

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My morning routine

A morning routine to help you feel energised and prepared!

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Togetherall - You're not alone

Need to chat?

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A day in Edinburgh after classes

If your classes don't finish until 4PM - don't worry!

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What to do when you feel blue

It can be easy to get lost in all the hustle and bustle

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Sophie's vegan stir-fry

My ugly, vegan stir-fried Yakisoba noodles with veg & tofu

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Anshika's Egg Curry

Fed up with the same chicken curry?

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Darshana's Umm Ali

Something quick and easy to rustle up when you get hungry

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Harshita's tips for making friends at uni

Everybody is in the same boat

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5 ways to jazz up your pasta dish

The standard go-to meal at uni is pasta

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Maisa's turkey pasta

Super simple, budget-friendly pasta dish

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Day in the life at Heriot-Watt

Life at University isn't just about studying

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My journey to Heriot-Watt

It's crazy to think your whole life can fit in a few boxes

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Your Guide to The Chaplaincy

Heriot-Watt Uni houses a chaplaincy that is open to all

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Brush up on your Scots lingo

This might be the first time you hear many of these words!

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Keep up to date with Res Life

Make sure you're following us!

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A guide to living in the UK

Tips to help you prepare for your big move to Edinburgh

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4 places to visit during your time at Heriot-Watt

Josh's blog

Your Introduction to Oriam

Being a Heriot-Watt has plenty of perks

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5 simple indoor workouts

Not got a gym membership?

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Traditional En-Suite Room Tour

Take a look around our traditional en suite room

Heading into the city? Stay safe with these tips!

Make great memories on your nights out, while staying safe

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Edinburgh City Guide: What to do on a budget

Places to see, things to do

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Edinburgh City Guide: Shopping areas

Everyone loves a shopping spree once in a while

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Living away: Ways to adapt to independence

A new place, surrounded by unknown faces - how do you adapt?

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Edinburgh City Guide: The best vegan spots

Caterers for vegan and plant-based diets across Edinburgh

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Edinburgh City Guide: Museums

Want to capture some of Edinburgh's steep history?

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How to avoid a fire alarm activation

Picture the scene...

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Judie's Top 5 Places to Eat in Edinburgh

Check out some western-style food options

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Edinburgh City Guide: Parks

Between the beautiful architecture are ample green spaces

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Safety & First Aid - SafeGuarding Services

Safeguarding the Uni’s population, assets and reputation

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Ways to Reduce Your Food Waste

33% of food produced globally is lost or wasted each year

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Need a dentist?

Have a toothache or need dental care?

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Health Care information for International Students

How to get help as an international student

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Who to contact if you're locked out

Hopefully, it never happens to you...

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5 things you can do to help save the planet

How to do your bit as a student in Edinburgh

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First Aid Basics Guide

What to do when someone's in danger