Budgeting
- Download our budgeting sheet to keep track of what’s going in and out of your account.
- Draw out your money for the week in one withdrawal and try to make it last, you’ll be more aware of what you’re spending. Small withdrawals here and there may seem like nothing, but quickly build up.
- Think about paying your bills by direct debit, it will help you budget.
- Open, read and keep all your bank statements. Mistakes do happen, and certain banks charge to send you copies.
- Choose your student bank account carefully. A free overdraught can be very useful, and many banks offer perks such as free rail cards, vouchers or cheap cinema tickets. Look for hidden charges in the small print.
One way the University of Salford helps students handle their living costs is through National Student Money week. This year's NSMW ran from Monday 12th to Friday 16th March 2012. The University of Salford ran a range of events on campus. We gave out lots of information on how to save money and make the most of your finances while at university, and we also recieved a lot of good advice from our Students!
The winner of our 'Best Moneysaving Tip Competition' was Shona, who said,
'Never take your bank card on a night out!'
Also, the winner of our 'Win A Smoothie Maker' competition, Ibukun, came up with the best healthy home-made smoothie recipe,
Plantain Refresh
- Yoghurt (750ml)
- Water (250ml)
- Frozen Plantain (abt 100g) - substitute with w/ banana if unavailable
- Frozen Mango Pieces (abt 70g)
OPTIONAL - Frozen Grapes (abt 50g)
- Frozen Strawberries (abt 50g)
- Add more yoghurt to thicken, or water to thin the smoothie
For more information on National Student Money Week, and for more tips and advice on saving and budgeting for sudents, visit the NASMA website