1. Buy Freshers Tickets Safely

  • Only buy tickets and wristbands from The Union MMU.
  • Avoid expensive third-party “all-access” wristbands promoted on social media.
  • Official events are the best way to meet fellow MMU students and avoid long queues at unrelated venues.

2. Set Up Moodle & Enrolment

  • Complete your enrolment and log in to Moodle as soon as possible.
  • Check your timetable, campus locations, and any course information.
  • Download the MyMMU app

3. Find Affordable Food Shops

  • Plan where you’ll do your food shopping before you arrive.
  • Skip expensive convenience stores for your weekly shop.
  • Asda Hulme and Aldi Market Street are great budget-friendly options.

4. Register with a GP

  • Sign up with a local doctor before moving to Manchester.
  • Freshers’ flu is common, so it’s best to be prepared.

5. Unlock Student Discounts

  • Sign up for UNiDAYS and Student Beans as soon as you’ve enrolled.
  • Both platforms give students access to discounts on everything from food and travel to tech, fashion, and subscriptions.
  • A few minutes setting up your account could save you hundreds of pounds throughout the year. Just verify your student status and start making the most of those freshers-friendly deals.