Having money saved helps you plan for the future, and cope with financial emergencies.
And to start saving, you'll need a bank account. Here's how to get started.
Student bank accounts
Student accounts offer various benefits, from discounts to interest-free overdrafts.
If you're an international student, a UK bank account can also help you avoid international transaction charges.
When looking at banks, think about features like online banking. This allows you to make payments and track spending through an app or website. Some bank apps even have tools to help you budget.
Account guides
You might find these articles useful when you start looking for a student account.
Banking on Blackbullion
You can access courses and guides provide by Blackbullion, a money management service that is free for students – just sign in with your Hallam email address. Here are a couple of relevant guides to get you started:
- Guide to digital banking - how to get the best out of digital tools
- Opening a UK bank account - advice for international students
Help with savings
It's important to try and save money while at university.
It can help give you financial security, and give you more flexibility to think about your next move after your studies.
There are digital tools that can help with saving. For example, Moneybox allows you to link your bank account to a savings account, and pay into it by rounding up online payments.
Savings on Blackbullion
You can access courses and guides provide by Blackbullion, a money management service that is free for students – just sign in with your Hallam email address. Here are a couple of relevant guides to get you started
- Building an emergency fund - be prepared for the unexpected
- Savings pathway - motivate yourself to start saving money
