38 Articles

Student
City Guides
Spain
Moving to Valencia: neighbourhoods, transport and real costs for students
If you're considering moving to Valencia to study, you should be clear on three fronts: which neighbourhood to live in, how to get around and how much it'll cost you per month. With leading universities, a manageable size, mild climate and plenty of cultural life, Valencia is a comfortable city for students: reasonable distances, good transport network and moderate costs compared to other capitals. In this guide you’ll find recommended neighbourhoods, options for modern accommodation, transport alternatives, a monthly budget guideline and practical tips on how to organise your move.
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Student
City Guides
Spain
Moving to Salamanca: neighbourhoods, transport and real cost for students
If you're considering moving to Salamanca to study, you should be clear on three fronts: which neighbourhood to live in, how to get around and how much it'll cost you per month. With two leading universities (USAL and UPSA), a compact size and plenty of student life, Salamanca is a city designed for walking or taking the bus, with services close at hand and a reasonable cost of living. In this article you’ll find recommended neighbourhoods, university accommodation options in Salamanca, transport alternatives, a monthly budget guideline and practical tips on how to organise your move.
5 min read

Student
News
Spain
Electric bikes at Canvas: free e-bikes for students
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Student
News
Spain
University success starts with well-being: BALANCY your emotional support network at Canvas
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Student
Spain
Life in a hall of residence: February's community activities at Canvas World
February’s a strange month in the university calendar: first term exams have been and gone, classes start up again and the calendar is full of key dates such as Valentine's Day and Carnival.
7 min read

Student
Spain
Study areas or public libraries - where’s the best place to study?
For any university student, the study environment is as important as the syllabus of the most difficult subject. We’ve all been through the experience of the public library: the search for a free socket, the sometimes interrupted silence and the journey carrying your laptop and notes. While libraries have their charm, the needs of today's student have evolved into something more flexible and efficient.
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Student
City Guides
Spain
Renewing your spot at Canvas: key dates and how to keep your room in 2026-2027
If you’re living at Canvas this academic year and are considering repeating, the renewal campaign 26-27 is designed for you. It's the way to secure your room for next year and also get access to exclusive benefits just for renewing residents.
4 min read

Student
Tips & Hacks
Spain
New Year's resolutions for university students: how to choose (and stick to) them
The turn of the year is usually filled with endless lists of goals: study more, go to the gym, save, read... But if you’re a student, the important thing isn’t to have many resolutions, but that your New Year's resolutions as a university student fit in with your real life and that you can stick to them beyond February.
7 min read

Student
City Guides
Spain
Complete guide to choosing halls of residence: what to look for before you decide
Choosing where you’re going to live during the year is almost as important as choosing a university. Your hall of residence influences how you study, who you socialise with, how much you spend per month and how you feel every day. That's why choosing a student hall of residence isn’t just about looking at pretty pictures: you need to know what's behind each option.
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