The return to university is the perfect opportunity to meet up with university and residence hall mates and start a new stage full of goals, learning and challenges.
At Unihabit we have prepared a complete guide with all the essentials to make your return to university a success.
Key dates for the return to university 2024-25
To begin with, knowing the key dates for the new academic year in Catalonia will allow you to be more organised in terms of classes, exams and other extra official activities. In addition, you will be able to plan ahead and organise your calendar for plans with friends, winter holidays, important deliveries, etc.
- 11 September: Day of Catalonia
- 12 October: Spanish National Day
- 1 November: All Saints’ Day
- 6 December: Constitution Day
- 22 December – 7 January: Christmas holidays (dates may vary depending on the university)
- End of January: Examination periods (1st evaluation)
- 13 – 22 April: Easter holidays (dates may vary, ask at the university)
- 1st May: Labour Day
- End of June: End of classes and final exams period
- 24th June: Saint John’s Day
What equipment is essential for the return to university?
To get back to the routine and classes in the best possible way, it is very important to take into account all the essentials. Therefore, at Unihabit we bring you a list of everything you should not forget at home, in your day to day life:
- Laptop or tablet. If your university allows you to bring a laptop or tablet, this will be your great ally for taking notes, doing work or organising your studies.
- Backpack or large bag. Carrying a comfortable backpack or large bag will allow you to carry everything you need in a single space.
- Notebooks and materials. Whether you are allowed to bring a laptop or not, it is very important to have notebooks and pens for taking quick notes, jotting down notes, or jotting down any tasks in your diary.
- Water bottle. Staying hydrated throughout the day is very important, so carrying a reusable water bottle will allow you to drink water and concentrate better in class.
Spaces to study on your return to university
If you love good coffee and finding cosy places to study in your city, here at Unihabit we bring you some of the best places to make your return to university more fun.
Unihabit Barcelona
If you live in our Unihabit Barcelona university residences, you should know the following cafés where you will feel in a cosy place while you enjoy a good coffee and study:
- Federal Café Gótico: this modern and cosy café will allow you to study and enjoy its frothy chai latte or matcha.
- SandwiChez: this chain is very popular in the city of Barcelona as it has more than 20 locations throughout the city, offering free WiFi and comfortable tables to study.
Unihabit Girona
Living in our Unihabit Girona residence hall, you should get to know the following spaces:
- Cafè Context Llibreria: a space that combines coffee with books, ideal for university students.
- La Fàbrica Girona: its quiet atmosphere for studying will allow you to enjoy speciality coffees.
Unihabit Sant Cugat del Vallès
Residents of Unihabit Sant Cugat can also enjoy the popular Barcelona chain, SandwiChez as well as the following:
- The Coffee Corner: its warm atmosphere offers a great space to study while enjoying coffees from different parts of the world.
- The Dream Corner: this place offers a quiet space and access to power sockets, which is very important for students.
Unihabit Manresa
If you are staying at our university residence Unihabit Manresa, you cannot miss it:
- Cafè l’Antic: a quiet and ideal place in the heart of the city to enjoy an afternoon of study with a good coffee.
- L’aroma: offers a quiet place to study and enjoy its speciality coffee.
Tips for going back to university
Whether you need advice on how to get back into the swing of things or a successful return to university, it depends on many factors:
- Plan your time. Both your class schedule and organising your time outside of class will help you to manage your return to university better.
- Strike a balance between study and rest. Rest and disconnection are essential for good academic performance.
- Do sport and eat a healthy diet. On a physical, emotional and mental level, doing physical exercise to disconnect from classes and maintaining a good diet will allow you to perform at your best.
- Enjoy quality time with your classmates or dorm mates. Spending quality time with them will also allow you to maintain a good balance between your studies and your personal life, benefiting your emotional state.
If you would like more information about our Unihabit residences, do not hesitate to contact us by writing to info@unihabit.com or calling us on 935 953 953.
