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<h2><a href="/en-gb/blog/a-guide-for-parents-how-to-help-your-child-go-away-to-study/">A guide for parents: how to help your child go away to study</a></h2> <p>9 June 2026, Student Accommodation</p> <p>Your son or daughter going away to study in another city is one of those moments that mix pride with a knot in your stomach. On one hand, you watch them...</p> <h2><a href="/en-gb/blog/youve-got-your-university-place-now-what-your-summer-roadmap/">You’ve got your university place: now what? Your summer roadmap</a></h2> <p>4 June 2026, Student Life</p> <p>Congratulations: the hardest part is done. You’ve got your place and, now that the excitement (and nerves) of the entrance exams and admission have...</p> <h2><a href="/en-gb/blog/why-choose-livensa-living-much-more-than-a-student-residence/">Why choose Livensa Living: much more than a student residence</a></h2> <p>1 June 2026, Life at Livensa</p> <p>Choosing where to live while you study away from home is one of the decisions that shapes your university years the most. And at Livensa Living we’re...</p> <h2><a href="/en-gb/blog/before-booking-your-student-residence-what-to-ask-and-what-to-check-in-the-contract/">Before booking your student residence: what to ask and what to check in the contract</a></h2> <p>26 May 2026, University Residences</p> <p>You’ve already decided on a residence: a good choice if you want to arrive in a new city with the basics sorted and no surprises. But not all residences...</p> <h2><a href="/en-gb/blog/your-first-year-away-from-home-the-guide-to-becoming-independent-without-the-stress/">Your first year away from home: the guide to becoming independent without the stress</a></h2> <p>20 May 2026, Living in a University Residence</p> <p>Moving away to study for the first time is one of those experiences that mix excitement and nerves in equal measure. On one hand, the freedom of starting...</p> <h2><a href="/en-gb/blog/beca-mec-requirements-amounts-and-how-to-apply-step-by-step/">Beca MEC: requirements, amounts and how to apply step by step</a></h2> <p>18 May 2026, Student Life</p> <p>The Beca MEC is the main study grant in Spain and, for many families, the difference between being able to study away from home or not. The truth is it’s...</p> <h2><a href="/en-gb/blog/paperwork-for-newly-arrived-international-students-in-spain-a-step-by-step-guide/">Paperwork for newly arrived international students in Spain: a step-by-step guide</a></h2> <p>14 May 2026, Erasmus in Spain</p> <p>Arriving in a new city to study is already a lot: the language, the campus, finding somewhere to live, making friends… and, on top of that, a list of...</p> <h2><a href="/en-gb/blog/types-of-student-accommodation-in-spain-and-portugal/">Types of Student Accommodation in Spain and Portugal</a></h2> <p>12 May 2026, University Residences</p> <p>The types of student accommodation in Spain and Portugal are quite similar, but prices, availability and lifestyle vary depending on the city. The truth...</p> <h2><a href="/en-gb/blog/college-dorm-move-in-checklist/">College Dorm Move-In Checklist</a></h2> <p>8 May 2026, Student Life</p> <p>Moving into a residence is usually easier than moving into a shared flat because you typically already have furniture, utilities, and shared spaces ready...</p> <h2><a href="/en-gb/blog/choosing-an-area-in-barcelona-transport-is-the-key-more-than-the-trendy-neighbourhood/">Where to Live if You Study in Barcelona: Best Areas and Transport</a></h2> <p>6 May 2026, Barcelona</p> <p>When someone looks up where to live in Barcelona as a student, they often think first about the “coolest” neighbourhood or the most central one. The truth...</p> <h2><a href="/en-gb/blog/living-with-more-people-what-often-surprises-you-in-a-good-way-in-a-student-residence/">What Life Is Like in a University Residence Hall</a></h2> <p>4 May 2026, Living in a University Residence</p> <p>Living together in a student residence has something unique about it: it’s not just “sharing a roof”, but being part of a small community with routines...</p> <h2><a href="/en-gb/blog/guide-to-studying-in-pamplona-in-2026/">Guide to Studying in Pamplona in 2026</a></h2> <p>20 April 2026, Pamplona</p> <p>Pamplona (Iruña) has established itself as one of the most attractive university destinations in Northern Spain. While world-famous for the San Fermín...</p> <h2><a href="/en-gb/blog/common-mistakes-when-choosing-student-accommodation/">Common Mistakes When Choosing Student Accommodation</a></h2> <p>16 April 2026, Student Accommodation</p> <p>Finding a place to live while you study isn’t just about “having a bed.” It affects your routine, your focus, your budget and, honestly, your social life...</p> <h2><a href="/en-gb/blog/guide-to-studying-in-seville-2026/">Guide to Studying in Seville 2026</a></h2> <p>13 April 2026, Seville</p> <p>Seville has something that draws you in when you arrive to study: a very “liveable” size, lots of street life, and a big university scene, with students...</p> <h2><a href="/en-gb/blog/choosing-an-area-in-granada-the-real-dilemma-and-the-key-to-getting-it-right/">Choosing an area in Granada: the real dilemma (and the key to getting it right)</a></h2> <p>10 April 2026, Granada</p> <p>When you’re looking for where to live in Granada as a student, the question is usually the same: “Which neighbourhood suits me best based on my faculty...</p> <h2><a href="/en-gb/blog/guide-to-studying-in-coimbra-2026/">Guide to Studying in Coimbra 2026</a></h2> <p>8 April 2026, Coimbra</p> <p>Coimbra has something unusual: it feels like a campus city, but without the “bubble” vibe. It’s compact enough to get around on foot, lively enough that...</p> <h2><a href="/en-gb/blog/what-makes-a-good-university-dorm-room/">What Makes a Good University Dorm Room</a></h2> <p>2 April 2026, University Residences</p> <p>Choosing a university residence room isn’t just about “having a bed and a desk.” It’s the place where you’ll sleep, study, switch off, store your things...</p> <h2><a href="/en-gb/blog/guide-to-studying-in-granada-2026/">Guide to Studying in Granada 2026</a></h2> <p>31 March 2026, Granada</p> <p>Granada has something few university cities manage: a really balanced mix of genuine student life, a manageable size, and a cultural scene that doesn’t...</p> <h2><a href="/en-gb/blog/how-much-money-does-a-student-need-to-live-in-barcelona-in-2026/">How much money does a student need to live in Barcelona in 2026?</a></h2> <p>27 March 2026, Barcelona</p> <p>The question is usually the same: how much do I need to live “well” in Barcelona without feeling squeezed every month? The answer depends a lot on your...</p> <h2><a href="/en-gb/blog/what-usually-worries-you-when-looking-for-student-accommodation-in-valencia/">What usually worries you when looking for student accommodation in Valencia</a></h2> <p>25 March 2026, Valencia</p> <p>The most common question isn’t just “how much does it cost?”, but which area is actually worth it depending on your campus and your lifestyle: whether you...</p> <h2><a href="/en-gb/blog/student-faqs-in-spain-and-portugal/">Student FAQs in Spain and Portugal</a></h2> <p>23 March 2026, Student Life</p> <p>If you’re going to study in Madrid or Lisbon and you’re organising your move from another city (or another country), there’s a familiar list of questions...</p> <h2><a href="/en-gb/blog/guide-to-studying-in-valencia-in-2026/">Guide to Studying in Valencia in 2026</a></h2> <p>20 March 2026, Valencia</p> <p>Valencia often works really well for students who want a big city, but without the exhausting pace (and prices) of other European capitals. It has highly...</p> <h2><a href="/en-gb/blog/madrid-universities-updated-comparison/">Madrid Universities: Updated Comparison</a></h2> <p>18 March 2026, Madrid</p> <p>When people talk about universities in Madrid, the question is usually the same: how do you compare them without relying only on rankings or “someone told...</p> <h2><a href="/en-gb/blog/the-ultimate-guide-to-studying-in-barcelona-in-2026/">The Ultimate Guide to Studying in Barcelona in 2026</a></h2> <p>13 March 2026, Barcelona</p> <p>Barcelona has that hard-to-find mix: a big city with an international vibe, universities with real academic weight, and a day-to-day life you actually...</p> <h2><a href="/en-gb/blog/the-ultimate-guide-to-studying-in-madrid-in-2026/">The Ultimate Guide to Studying in Madrid in 2026</a></h2> <p>13 March 2026, Madrid</p> <p>Madrid often works really well as a first “big” city to study in Spain: there are lots of universities, a huge internships and job market, and plans for...</p> <h2><a href="/en-gb/blog/guide-to-studying-in-bilbao/">Guide to Studying in Bilbao</a></h2> <p>4 March 2026, Bilbao</p> <p>Bilbao has that rare balance many students look for and few cities manage: a manageable size, great connections to the rest of Spain and Europe, and a...</p>