For many youngsters going to university signals the first time they've ever lived away from home, and it's not always plain sailing when you're trying to live on a tight budget.
But resourceful students have been coming up with some hilarious, although admittedly quirky, life hacks to navigate troublesome situations such as a broken furniture and lack of kitchen gadgets.
And keen to share their top tips, they've proudly posted photos of their efforts - including eating noodles with two pens - online to share the knowledge.
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