SUBTV Perks Team
Starting university is an exciting time, but moving away from home and managing your own budget can be a challenge. From stocking up on food and essentials to refreshing your wardrobe, buying technology and ordering food during busy weeks, there are plenty of costs that come with student life.
SUBTV Perks helps students save on the brands they already use by providing access to exclusive discounted gift cards across groceries, fashion, technology, food delivery, transport and everyday essentials.
Here's our guide to the best freshers student discounts available in the UK.
Looking for even more ways to save? Browse our complete Back to University Student Discounts Shopping Guide, featuring dozens of student brands across groceries, fashion, technology, entertainment and more.
Argos makes shopping for university essentials simple, with everything from kitchen appliances and bedding to furniture, electronics and home accessories.
Whether you're furnishing your room or replacing everyday essentials, students can save through an exclusive discounted Argos gift card with SUBTV Perks.
Read more: Argos Student Discount
From groceries and household essentials to kitchen equipment and everyday items, ASDA is often one of the first stops for students moving into university accommodation.
SUBTV Perks helps students save on these everyday purchases with an exclusive discounted ASDA gift card.
Read more: ASDA Student Discount
Starting university is often the perfect time to refresh your wardrobe, whether you need new outfits for lectures, nights out or social events.
ASOS offers a wide range of clothing, footwear and accessories, making it a popular choice for students looking to update their style.
With SUBTV Perks, students can access an exclusive discounted ASOS gift card and save on their next fashion purchase.
Read more: ASOS Student Discount
B&M is a great place for students looking to stretch their budget when buying home essentials, cleaning products, snacks, storage solutions and everyday household items.
With SUBTV Perks, students can save even more by purchasing an exclusive discounted B&M gift card before they shop.
Read more: B&M Student Discount
From toiletries and skincare to healthcare essentials and beauty products, Boots is a useful stop for students settling into university life.
Whether you're stocking up on everyday items or looking for personal care essentials, students can save with an exclusive discounted Boots gift card through SUBTV Perks.
Read more: Boots Student Discount
Costa Coffee is another favourite among students looking for a caffeine boost between classes or somewhere comfortable to study.
SUBTV Perks gives students access to an exclusive discounted Costa Coffee gift card, helping make every coffee break more affordable.
Read more: Costa Coffee Student Discount
From laptops and headphones to kitchen appliances and tech accessories, Currys is a popular destination for students preparing for university life.
Whether you need equipment for studying, gaming or setting up your new accommodation, Currys offers a wide range of technology and electrical essentials.
Students can use SUBTV Perks to access an exclusive discounted Currys gift card and save on their next tech purchase.
Read more: Currys Student Discount
Freshers' week can be busy, and sometimes cooking is the last thing on your mind. Whether you're ordering food after moving in, studying late or having a night in with new friends, Deliveroo makes mealtimes easier.
Students can access an exclusive discounted Deliveroo gift card through SUBTV Perks and save on their favourite meals.
Read more: Deliveroo Student Discount
Whether you're buying apps for studying, renting films or topping up your gaming account, Google Play is a useful digital wallet for students.
Students can save with an exclusive discounted Google Play gift card through SUBTV Perks.
Read more: Google Play Student Discount
Need a bike for getting around campus or picking up accessories for your car? Halfords offers everything from bicycles and cycling equipment to car maintenance products and travel accessories.
Students can save on their next purchase with an exclusive discounted Halfords gift card through SUBTV Perks.
Read more: Halfords Student Discount
From art supplies and stationery to craft materials and creative essentials, Hobbycraft is perfect for students studying creative subjects or decorating their new room.
Students can save with an exclusive discounted Hobbycraft gift card through SUBTV Perks.
Read more: Hobbycraft Student Discount
Moving into halls means filling your freezer for the first time. Iceland offers affordable frozen food, groceries and everyday essentials to help students keep food costs down.
Students can save with an exclusive discounted Iceland gift card through SUBTV Perks.
Read more: Iceland Student Discount
Whether you're ordering dinner with your flatmates or treating yourself after a long day of studying, Just Eat offers access to thousands of local restaurants and takeaway favourites.
Students can save on every order by purchasing an exclusive discounted Just Eat gift card through SUBTV Perks.
Read more: Just Eat Student Discount
Morrisons is a popular supermarket choice for students looking for affordable groceries, fresh produce and everyday essentials.
Whether you're shopping for your first university kitchen or keeping your weekly food costs under control, Morrisons offers a wide range of products to suit student budgets.
Students can save with an exclusive discounted Morrisons gift card through SUBTV Perks.
Read more: Morrisons Student Discount
Whether you're unwinding after lectures or gaming with your new housemates, Nintendo eShop gives you access to games, downloadable content and digital purchases for your Nintendo Switch.
Students can save with an exclusive discounted Nintendo eShop gift card through SUBTV Perks.
Read more: Nintendo eShop Student Discount
Looking for somewhere to celebrate Freshers' Week or catch up with friends after lectures? O'Neill's is a popular spot for food, drinks and live sport.
Students can save with an exclusive discounted O'Neill's gift card through SUBTV Perks.
Read more: O'Neill's Student Discount
Downtime is just as important as studying. Whether you're relaxing after lectures or gaming with friends in student accommodation, PlayStation offers entertainment for every type of gamer.
Students can save on games, subscriptions and digital purchases with an exclusive discounted PlayStation gift card through SUBTV Perks.
Read more: PlayStation Student Discount
Moving into university accommodation is the perfect time to stock up on toiletries, skincare and self-care essentials. Rituals offers premium bath, body and home products to help you settle into your new routine.
Students can save with an exclusive discounted Rituals gift card through SUBTV Perks.
Read more: Rituals Student Discount
Whether you're refreshing your wardrobe for the new academic year or shopping for Freshers' Week, River Island has stylish clothing, footwear and accessories for every occasion.
Students can save with an exclusive discounted River Island gift card through SUBTV Perks.
Read more: River Island Student Discount
Sainsbury's is another student favourite for weekly groceries, meal deals and household essentials.
Whether you're stocking your cupboards or buying ingredients for dinner with your new flatmates, students can save through an exclusive discounted Sainsbury's gift card available with SUBTV Perks.
Read more: Sainsbury's Student Discount
A comfortable pair of shoes is essential for walking around campus. From trainers and boots to everyday footwear, Schuh has styles for every student.
Students can save with an exclusive discounted Schuh gift card through SUBTV Perks.
Read more: Schuh Student Discount
Looking for something a little more premium? Selfridges offers fashion, beauty, accessories and lifestyle products from some of the world's biggest brands.
Students can enjoy savings on luxury shopping with an exclusive discounted Selfridges gift card through SUBTV Perks.
Read more: Selfridges Student Discount
Between lectures, study sessions and meeting new friends, coffee quickly becomes part of university life.
Whether you're grabbing your morning coffee or settling in for an afternoon of studying, students can save with an exclusive discounted Starbucks gift card through SUBTV Perks.
Read more: Starbucks Student Discount
From hoodies and jackets to everyday wardrobe staples, Superdry is a popular choice for students looking for stylish and practical clothing for campus life.
Students can save with an exclusive discounted Superdry gift card through SUBTV Perks.
Read more: Superdry Student Discount
Your first weeks at university often involve buying everything from cupboard staples and snacks to cleaning products and household essentials.
Tesco is one of the UK's biggest supermarkets, making it a convenient choice for freshers looking to complete their weekly shop or pick up last-minute essentials.
With SUBTV Perks, students can save with an exclusive discounted Tesco gift card, helping their budget go further from day one.
Read more: Tesco Student Discount
Getting around a new city is part of university life. Whether you're travelling home after a night out, heading to the train station or splitting a ride with friends, Uber offers a convenient way to travel.
With SUBTV Perks, students can save on journeys with an exclusive discounted Uber gift card.
Read more: Uber Student Discount
From takeaway favourites to quick meals and snacks, Uber Eats gives students plenty of options when they need food delivered.
Whether it's a group order during freshers' week or a convenient meal after a long day of lectures, students can save with an exclusive discounted Uber Eats gift card through SUBTV Perks.
Read more: Uber Eats Student Discount
Whether you're buying textbooks, revision guides or your next leisure read, Waterstones is a popular destination for students throughout the academic year.
Students can save on books and stationery with an exclusive discounted Waterstones gift card through SUBTV Perks.
Read more: Waterstones Student Discount
Moving to university often means buying more than expected. SUBTV Perks helps students save across the essentials they need most:
The first few weeks of university can be expensive, but planning ahead can help you stay within budget:
Freshers' week often means spending money across lots of different categories, from groceries and fashion to technology, transport, coffee and everyday essentials. Instead of searching for individual student deals, SUBTV Perks brings savings together in one place.
Whether you're doing your first grocery shop, furnishing your accommodation, buying technology, ordering food, grabbing a coffee between lectures or updating your wardrobe, SUBTV Perks helps students save on the brands they already use every day.
The best freshers discounts depend on what you need most. Supermarkets like Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and ASDA help with everyday food shopping, while Currys and Argos are great for technology and home essentials. Students can also save on coffee, transport, fashion, books and food delivery through SUBTV Perks.
Most students need groceries, kitchen essentials, technology, toiletries, clothing, books and items for their accommodation. Planning these purchases in advance and using SUBTV Perks can help reduce costs.
Students can save by planning purchases, shopping smartly and using exclusive discounted gift cards through SUBTV Perks before buying everyday essentials.
Savings depend on how often students use the discounts and which brands they shop with. Using SUBTV Perks throughout the academic year can help reduce costs across groceries, technology, fashion, transport, entertainment and everyday spending.
From your first grocery shop to your first lecture, coffee run and night out, SUBTV Perks helps students save on the brands they'll use throughout university.
Explore available student discounts in the SUBTV Perks app and make your freshers budget go further.
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