Student Perks You Never Knew Existed (2025 Edition)
Being a student can be expensive – there’s no hiding it.
However, here’s the good news: student life comes with some seriously good perks.
From exclusive discounts and freebies to hidden deals you may not even know exist, there’s a whole world of student savings out there – if you know where to look!
Top Tip: Download UNiDAYS and Student Beans to unlock instant access to hundreds of student-only offers, from fashion and tech to books and food.
In this blog, we’ve rounded up some of the best UK student deals you probably didn’t know you could get your hands on – until now…
Subscriptions & Free Trials
Using your student email address can unlock a range of fantastic discounts on apps you’re probably already using, including:
| Streaming Services | Streaming services such as Amazon Prime, Spotify, Apple Music and Disney+ all offer free trials and discounts for students. |
| Audiobooks | Students can receive a 30-day free trial of Audible through UNiDAYS. |
| Mental Wellness | Access the Headspace app for £7.99 per year (£0.67 per month). |
Transport Deals
Whether it’s heading home for the weekend, travelling between campus and accommodation, or going out with friends, discounts on public transport can significantly reduce your daily expenses.
In Chichester, students have a range of options available to them, including:
| 16-25 Railcard | Save 1/3 on trains for £35 for one year or £80 for three years. This is available free of charge with a Santander Student Bank Account. |
| 16-20 Bus Saver | Get discounted bus fares and tickets from participating bus operators in West Sussex. Simply ask the driver for the 16-20 Bus Saver discount or purchase your ticket through the Stagecoach bus app. The driver will ask for a valid form of ID when you board the bus. This scheme is set to run until early 2026. |
| Young Person’s 16-26 Coach card | Save 1/3 on standard coach fares for £15 for one year or £35 for three years. |
| Free Intercampus Bus | At the University of Chichester, we offer a complimentary intercampus bus service for students, allowing you to travel between our two campuses at no cost. |
Fitness Discounts
Exercising is a great way to decompress after a busy day of classes.
A number of gyms local to Chichester town centre offer discounts for students, including:
| The Gym Group | Students can receive a 10% discount on monthly memberships or a 15% discount on a six-month membership. |
| Nuffield Health | Get 20% off one-year and monthly subscriptions through UNiDAYS. Students can also receive a three-day free trial. |
Food and Drink
Whether you’re grabbing a quick bite between lectures, planning a movie night in with your flatmates, or heading out for a weekend brunch, there are plenty of tasty deals to take advantage of.
Alongside discounts at a variety of cafés and restaurants in town, students can also save money with:
| Deliveroo | Students can enjoy free delivery throughout the academic year with UNiDAYS and Student Beans. |
| Uber Eats | Receive £10 off your first two orders over £15 and £10 off your first grocery order through UNiDAYS. |
| The Co-operative | Get a 10% student discount whenever you shop in-store with Student Beans. |
Academic Tools & Technology
As a student, you have access to a range of discounts on academic tools and essential technology, including:
| Grammarly | Students can receive a 25% discount on Grammarly Premium. |
| Laptops and Devices | Brands such as Apple and Samsung currently offer discounts and freebies with purchases through UNiDAYS and Student Beans. |
| SIM Cards | Access a range of SIM-only deals through UNiDAYS and Student Beans. |
Local Perks
In Chichester, there are plenty of local businesses offering exclusive discounts just for you.
Don’t forget to bring your student ID card to take advantage of these great deals:
| Chichester Cinema | Get a Student Membership at Chichester Cinema for just £15 per year and get all film tickets for £3.50. Plus, if you purchase five tickets, you’ll receive your sixth free of charge. |
| Chichester Festival Theatre | Students can get prologue tickets for just £5 if they’re aged between 16 and 30. |
| The Chantry Pub | By downloading the MiXR app, students can receive discounts on food and drink. |
| The Old Cross | Students get 20% off food and drink. |
| Hair and Beauty | Receive 10% off a cut and blow dry at Toni & Guy, 25% off your total service bill at RUSH, 20% off at Q Hair and Beauty and 20% off a cut and finish at Creations Hair and Beauty (if you’re 16-18). |
| Tenpin Bowling | Students get one game of bowling for £5, Sunday to Friday. |
Cost of Living Support for Students
While the cost of university life can sometimes feel overwhelming, there are plenty of financial perks and support options available to you to lighten the load.
From student discounts to free resources, you’re not alone – there’s help out there to make your experience more affordable and enjoyable.
At the University of Chichester, we’re proud to offer financial support and advice to students throughout the academic year.
For more information, please contact our Student Money Advisors.
