How to balance work and your studies

You might not really want to work whilst you're studying BUT having a part-time job is very beneficial to your future and your bank balance.

Besides the extra cash, there are other great reasons to get a job at university:

1. Time management 

With a part-time job comes great time management skills which will benefit you in all aspects of life - whether it's for your lectures, your career, or your social life.

2. Responsibility

Managing your studies, a job, your social life, your finances, making sure you get to work on time, and doing your job right means a lot of responsibility. It may seem like a lot, but you'll be used to it before you know it. If you're ever struggling, please speak to your employer or university tutor.

3. Skills

You're going to be learning a LOT of new skills, even if the job isn't what you want to do once you graduate. Working in retail or cleaning will give you valuable skills and experience for the 'real world'!

4. Making friends

Getting a job means you'll get to meet new people you may have never met otherwise and you'll probably have the occasional work night out or party to go to. Plus, you can never have too many friends, right?

5. Getting ahead

Employers don't just want someone that has a degree anymore, you need something extra to make you stand out. They want you to have experience and to see what you can bring to the table that someone else can't - your ability to work whilst balancing university could be just that! 

"Ok, so I understand that getting a job at university is a good idea but what sort of jobs can I do?"

Well, obviously not all jobs are practical. You'll struggle to maintain a 9am - 5pm job and attend your lectures and find time for your assignments, but lots of jobs are perfect for students:

• Student brand ambassador
• Personal tutor
• Waiter/waitress/server
• Retail assistant
• Dog walker
• Bartender

You can even find some work opportunities at the university, click on the button below for more advice and what part-time work might be available now: