Smash uni life: tips and essential services for freshers and students

Starting uni? We know it’s exciting, chaotic and maybe a little overwhelming. That’s why Post Office is here to make things smoother, more fun and hassle-free.

Every year, we hit Freshers’ Fairs across the UK, running competitions and showing you how we can help you ace this important new chapter in life.

Last updated: 28/7/2025

Three young friends in bright clothes smile at something on one of their phones while sitting on the steps of their university building.

Uni life made easy. We can help with that  

Let’s face it, being a student can get complicated. Whether it’s managing your money, sending stuff home, or protecting your tech, Post Office has your back with services designed to make your life easier. 

Here’s how we can help.  

1. Sending it, sorted  

Got a care package to send home or an online order to return? Or need to send something you’ve sold online? Swing by your local Post Office branch and sort it in no time. 

2. Money made simple 

From paying bills and topping up to accessing your bank account and even sending money overseas, we make managing your money easy.  

3. ID made easy 

Night out? New job? Prove your age and identity with EasyID, our secure digital ID app, or PASS Card

4. Cover your gadgets 

Your laptop and phone are your lifelines. Protect them with gadget insurance, so you’re covered if things go wrong. 

5. Ready for adventures 

Planning a holiday with mates or a study trip? Grab foreign currency, travel insurance (with a student discount1) or a Travel Money Card to keep things stress-free. And stay connected for less with a travel XeSim

6. Last-minute gifts 

Lots of our branches stock gift cards that are perfect for when you’ve left it late or for those friends and family members who are hard to buy for. They’re a great way to say thanks to lecturers too. 

Catch us at freshers’ events

We’ve been out meeting students at freshers’ events in Glasgow, Leicester and London, running competitions and sharing tips to make uni life easier. Here are some highlights.

Missed us this time? Don’t worry, we might be heading to your uni soon. Keep an eye out for where we’ll pop up next.

Don’t wait. Pop in  

Uni life is an adventure and Post Office is here to keep things simple, whether you need to send a parcel, manage your cash or protect your stuff.  

Even if we’re not visiting your uni, we’re still here to help. Pop into your local Post Office branch to chat with the postmaster or team there about everything we can sort for you. From mail to money, they’ll help you stay on top of it all. 

Visit your local Post Office branch today

Footnotes

1 Travel insurance student discount 

We’ve teamed up with Student Beans to give students and graduates money off travel insurance. 

To get the discount, visit the Student Beans student discount or graduate discount page  

Register for an account or login with your existing account to prove you’re a student or graduate. You’ll get a special code. Enter this code when you get a travel insurance quote. The discount will be taken off your total price. Terms and conditions apply.