Your university experience
How to make the most of uni life
Your experience as a university student will create memories that stay with you for a lifetime.
The University of Huddersfield has great opportunities for students, from joining a range of societies with the Students’ Union, to building your network of friends or even experiencing new cultures through global societies and events.
Your Students' Union
Offering a wide range of social events, as well as being home to a massive range of clubs, societies and volunteering opportunities, your Students’ Union is led by students for students.
They're here to help you feel part of the Huddersfield community. You can follow your passion for sport, join one of our student societies or even get involved with running the Students’ Union itself.
The Students’ Union is fully independent from the University, which means they can support you through their Students’ Union Advice Centre and be your voice on campus.
Want to know more about how the Students' Union can work for you? You can find out more here.
Global campus events and societies
Global events
Our Global societies and the Global Campus Events team organise free exciting events including national holidays, cultural exhibitions, fun workshops and much more!
Global societies
Choose from over 60 global societies and join for free. These societies represents their unique cultures, share their languages and traditions on and off campus.
Sport and Fitness
Student life at Huddersfield
Our friendly campus means that you’re never far away from activities or a friendly face to make you feel welcome. Hear what life is like at Huddersfield straight from our current students to get an idea of what life will be like if you choose to study with us.
Earn while you learn
Do you like to blog, vlog or use social media?
Every year the University recruits a team of students to create content for the student blog and social media. Would you like to join the team?
Student Ambassador Scheme
Student Ambassador's support a wide range of events and activities including Open Days, HE Experience Days, University Visit Days and visits to schools and colleges.
JobShop for part-time work
The JobShop is a place for students to find part-time work while at University.
Become your own boss and get freelancing
University is a fantastic time to explore the world of entrepreneurship. Huddersfield has an award-winning Enterprise Team with state-of-the-art facilities housed in the 3M BIC (Buckley Innovation Centre). The team is on hand to help you get your business venture, freelance service, or self-employment idea off the ground and guide your ideas and dreams into reality.
Find out how the Enterprise Team can support you on your journey.
Work while you learn
Placements
We know how much employers value graduates who have real-world experience on their CV and that is why we encourage our students to make the most of the opportunities available during your time at Huddersfield.
Student Teams
Join exciting student teams and compete in national competitions designed for specific courses!
Global Professional Award
At Huddersfield, we offer the Global Professional Award alongside your degree so that you gain valuable qualities that we know employers are looking for.