ResHacks
From budgeting and cooking to getting along with your housemates and living sustainably, ResHacks helps you build confidence and essential life skills for your time in halls and beyond.
Helping you make the most of ResHacks
ResHacks teaches you everything you need to know about independent living, and transitioning into University.
Topics include:
- getting on with your housemates and neighbours
- how to budget
- Independent living: cooking, cleaning, laundry, etc.
- looking after each other
- sustainability AKA ResAction
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Latest blogs
Exam season survival guide
In this guide, we cover exam preparation strategies, quiet study tips for shared flats, and essential wellbeing support. Plus, discover the resources and community backing available to you.
Moving out of student accommodation
Move-out day is here. In this blog, we cover essential tips for a smooth checkout, from packing efficiently to final inspections, ensuring you leave your student accommodation positively.
Your guide to moving out of University accommodation
Move-out day is approaching. In this guide, we cover essential checkout steps, from packing strategically to final inspections, helping you leave your student accommodation smoothly and positively.
ReHome: Supporting students and the planet
Ever wonder what happens to all the stuff students leave behind at the end of term? At Newcastle, it’s not going to waste—its helping new students settle in and making our campus greener at the same time.
Smart spending: A Newcastle University student's guide
In this blog, we cover money-saving tips for students. Discover practical budgeting strategies to enjoy university life without financial stress at Newcastle University.
Living sustainably at University
Living sustainably doesn’t have to be complicated. In this guide, we cover sustainable living habits for student accommodation. Learn simple ways to reduce waste, save energy, and live greener on a budget.
Making friends and combatting homesickness
Starting university is exciting but can also feel overwhelming at times. In this guide, we cover practical tips for settling into University life. Discover ways to make friends, feel at home, and connect with the Newcastle University community.
Staying Safe in University Accommodation
In this blog, we cover essential safety tips for Newcastle University accommodation, from personal security to support resources, helping you stay safe and supported while building independence.
Getting around Newcastle
In this blog, we cover transport options around Newcastle, from buses to cycling. Discover affordable ways to travel safely and efficiently between lectures, the city, and beyond.
Welcome to Newcastle: A Guide for International Students
Moving to a new country is a big adventure, and Newcastle is a welcoming place to start your journey. This guide will help you settle in, find your feet, and make the most of your first few weeks here.
Living harmoniously with your flatmates
In this guide, we cover practical tips for building positive flatmate relationships. Learn how to create a respectful, relaxed living environment from day one of university.
Cleaning tips for living in University accommodation
Keeping your space clean in accommodation doesn’t have to be hard. This page shares quick, simple tips to help you maintain your room and communal areas, avoid pests or fines, and breeze through inspections.
Surviving exam season: Revision tips & coping with stress
Exam season can feel intense, but you don’t have to face it alone. Whether you’re revising in the library, juggling deadlines, or navigating your first University exams, we’re here to help you stay balanced, focused and supported.
How to pack for moving to University (and what to bring)
This practical guide will help you know what to bring, what to leave behind, and how to make your move-in day run smoothly so you can start your Newcastle University adventure stress-free.