Making friends at university

One of the best things about going to university is all the friends you’ll be making and the socialising, especially in your first year. You meet people that you’re going to be living with for a year, the people on your course and people through friends. If you’re worried about this aspect of university, then read the advice below, it may help you!

You’re not going to get on with everyone, that’s a fact. But with the amount of people you’re going to come across there’s bound to be a few that you’ll click with. For example, you’re moving into an accommodation with people you’re going to be living with for the next year. Don’t sit in your room scared to talk to anyone, get yourself out there and start making friends! Just small talk, discussing interests, and talking about nights out (because who doesn’t like a good night out!)

Try not to stick to just a few people. There’s always the possibility of fall outs, and you can find yourself feeling lonely. Try to make friends with people who are outside your course and flat. The more friends the better!

Join societies! The more activities you do will widen the chances of you making friends. Whether it’s a sport, a club or just going to some of the activities held by the university. This tends to work for people who aren’t really into the clubbing and drinking scene.

Nights out help a lot, and the alcohol tends to give people more confidence, so everyone’s a lot more talkative and open. The first week of university is always crazy, there will be something on every night! 

The main thing to do is to just not lock yourself away. Make an effort with people and you’re going to get better responses. Just take baby steps, such as cooking your meals when there are people in the room so you can make small talk, or if you’re on a night out try and talk to people in queues. Remember, everyone is in the same boat as you, you’re not alone.

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