How to survive financially as a student

Your student years are going to be tough on your bank account. Read the article below to learn how to manage your student loan effectively and survive your university years without getting into a mountain of debt! It includes tips on what to look for in student accommodation, how to get discounts on bills, shopping and travel, and sneaky ways to find bargains & freebies!

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Can you get a TV Licence for free?

In the UK, you have to pay for an annual licence to watch broadcast TV, which usually costs £145.50 per year. This money is used to run the publicly-funded BBC family of television channels, radio stations and websites. Licences are given out and money is collected on behalf of the BBC by an organisation called TV Licencing, who use hi-tech equipment and 'enforcement officers' to detect if anyone is watching TV illegally.

But if you understand the rules, there are ways to get a discounted licence, or avoid having to pay altogether.

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