Student Handbook
The Skinny Student Guide, offering an insider's guide to making the most of the student experience in Glasgow, Edinburgh and Dundee. We bring you a guide to things to do, food and drink tips, and a look at the arts, entertainment and music scene in your new city, as well as the best student club nights and more.
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ArtGetting started in Scotland's art scene
Gatekeepers stand aside. Making your mark in Scotland's visual art scene can feel like a daunting task, but we're here to show you the ropes Read more »| 12 Sep 2025 -
LifestyleSolidarity Steps: A guide to student activism
Keen to get involved in activism? Your student years are the perfect time to start. Here’s a rundown of our top tips, as well as a handful of organisations to keep on your radar Read more »| 11 Sep 2025 -
EntertainmentGet With The Programme: Putting on your first DIY gig
Your local music scene is powered by great grassroots promoters – we chat to three of them to get some insight into how a great gig comes together Read more »| 11 Sep 2025 -
EntertainmentStudent Heads Up: 20 events to check out this year
We get it, you want to keep your calendar clear for ‘work’ and ‘studying’ and ‘the sesh’, but there is a lot going on around here. Consider these the tentpoles around which to build your year… Read more »| 09 Sep 2025 -
EntertainmentCreative Commons: Getting involved in Scotland's creative scene
We speak to some of Scotland’s creatives about the importance of finding community, and how to get yourself involved Read more »| 09 Sep 2025 -
Things To DoCapturing the Perfect Bite: Film and Dining Recommendations for Budget-Conscious Students
Film and dining recommendations for budget-conscious students in Scotland Read more »| 12 Sep 2024
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IntersectionsAsk Anahit: Student Special
For this month's student guide, our advice columnist fields questions from the team about what they wish they had known from their student days Read more »| 11 Sep 2024 -
LifestyleFresh Hell!: Fresher's Week Horror Stories
Sink your teeth into these blood-curdling Freshers' Week tales of old... Read more »| 11 Sep 2024 -
LifestyleGetting Rid of 'Riddy Culture'
Recent University of Strathclyde graduate Lauren Hunter discusses the plague of social inhibition caused by 'Riddy Culture' in Glasgow Read more »| 11 Sep 2024 -
LifestyleActivism 101: An Introduction to Student Protest
Learn how to support Palestine and squash transphobia from a pair of grassroots organisations based in Scotland Read more »| 10 Sep 2024 -
LifestyleWelcome to Somethinghood
One writer shares his path to university and living through what he likes to call the 'somethinghood' years Read more »| 10 Sep 2024 -
LifestyleKnow Your (Tenancy) Rights!
We chat to Elise Corry about the important work she does with Living Rent in Edinburgh to protect tenants from exploitation and landlord greed Read more »| 09 Sep 2024 -
LifestyleImagining Sexual Health Futures with Dr Chase Ledin
We chat to Dr Chase Ledin about the inception of Sexual Health Futures Scotland – his university-funded project providing the space for people to explore sexual health through art Read more »| 09 Sep 2024 -
IntersectionsAsk Anahit: Student Edition
Our resident agony aunt and PhD survivor tackles some students' concerns Read more »| 12 Sep 2023 -
Things To DoExplore Scotland's Arts Scene on a Budget
Your university years are a great time to explore the arts and figure out your tastes. But let's be honest: the arts can be pretty expensive. We've collated our fave budget-friendly arts offers for your enjoyment (and peace of mind) Read more »| 08 Sep 2023