Should I join student societies at university?

Yes! One hundred percent yes! Student societies are a fantastic way of meeting other students with similar interests. Some of my lifelong friends I met in random societies. I even created the leprechaun society to get free food and beer!

Types of societies:

  • Sporting groups.g. rugby, ultimate Frisbee, quidditch etc.
  • Special interest groups.g. rubric cube society, funky hats, fire twirlers, theatre etc.
  • Party groups.g. all sorts of event groups. These normally involve free food or drinks!
  • Religious groups.g. bible study groups etc.
  • Hobby groups.g. Warhammer, painting etc.
  • Educational groups.g. Society of engineers, medical, architects etc.

Hint: There are literally hundreds of societies at each uni. Go to the open week and meet some new people!