Student Discounts: Where can I find them & How do they work?

By Student Cribs | January 2, 2026 | Reading Time: 7 minutes

University life can often be expensive. Between weekly food shops, travel and especially nights out, your money always seems to disappear faster than you expect. The good news is that there are loads of student discounts available, you just need to know where to find them.

In this guide we will break down how to get student discounts and where to find the best deals across technology, fashion, food, drink and travel.

How to get Student Discount?

Finding student discounts can be simple. The majority are available by either showing a valid student ID in store or verifying your student status online through their platform. For some online discounts, they may require you to sign up to websites such as UNiDAYS or Student Beans. These platforms confirm your status as a student and then give you access to exclusive discount codes for hundreds of popular brands.

It is always worth double checking whether brands offer a student discount when shopping day to day, in many cases they may not advertise them. Ask in-store members of staff if a student discount is available, look for a student options at online checkout or simply search the brand on UNiDAYS or Student Beans. It only takes a few seconds, and those small savings can add up significantly across the semester.

Technology & Electronics

Laptops for studying, headphones for commuting and accessories for your room means that technology can often be a heavy expense for university students.

Here are some brands that offer student discounts in the sector:

Apple

Apple offers students, teachers and other university staff discounts on the following eligible products through their education pricing scheme:

• MacBook
• iPad
• Displays
• AppleCare+ for Mac
• AppleCare+ for iPad

Verify your UniDays account here to claim.

Curry’s

Curry’s currently have discount codes that you can find here for you to use at checkout.

These can often change throughout the year so if you are looking for a Curry’s Student Discount, be sure to double check before making your purchase.

Fashion & Clothing

From everyday essentials to nights out, clothing is in very high demand for students. Luckily, many popular fashion brands offer student discounts, making it easier to refresh your wardrobe without blowing your budget.

JD Sports

JD Sports regularly offer student discounts through Student Beans and UNiDAYS. All you need to do is login to either account to redeem your code which you can apply at checkout. Find here.

BoohooMAN

BoohooMAN often provide student discounts for verified users including money off orders when you sign up and confirm your student status. As with most fashion brands, discounts can vary throughout the year.

At the time of writing, there isn’t a dedicated H&M student discount available. However, this can change so it’s always worth checking UNiDays or Student Beans before ordering.

Food & Drink

Whether it’s the weekly supermarket shop, dinner with friends or the post night out kebab, food can be the biggest ongoing expense for students across the term. Thankfully, there are plenty of food and drink discounts for students to benefit from.

Greggs

Student favourites Greggs, offers all students who purchase a full sandwich meal either a free sausage roll, vegan sausage roll, cheese and onion bake or selected sweet treat. To claim this, simply present your student ID card or Student Beans ID at checkout. This is the perfect option for a post lecture lunch.

MIXR

If you are looking to save money on a night out, then keep your eyes peeled for MIXR. Many bars and pubs have partnered with MIXR to offer discounted pints throughout the week and student can also receive a free drink when they sign up. All you need to do is download MIXR on the app store or google play store and verify your student status using your university email address. Each time you visit one of their partner venues, make sure to scan the app to earn loyalty points, which can be redeemed to earn free drinks and other rewards over time.

Supermarkets

Whilst most UK supermarkets don’t offer a dedicated student discount, there are still ways to save money on your weekly shop. One of the most effective ways is the reduced section, where items close to their best before date are marked down at the end of the day. This can often include fresh food, bakery items and ready meals. For students who are flexible with meals and are willing to visit their local supermarket 3 times a week, this is a simple way to cut weekly food costs. You can find the reduced section from around 6pm onwards at the likes of Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Lidl and more.

Travel & Transport

Getting around as a student can quickly become expensive especially if you are travelling in between home, campus and the city centre.

One of the most popular ways of savings for students is the 16-25 Railcard which gives you 33% off all National Rail fares. All you need to do is purchase a 16-25 ticket and present your railcard when inspected which can be purchased on the trainline website or app.

If you are a student in London, you are also eligible for 33% off-peak travel, just speak to a member of staff at any TFL station and they will assist you in connecting your railcard to your Oyster.

For everyday travel, it is always worth checking if your university city offers student bus passes or travel cards. Walking or cycling are also great options if you live close to campus.

NOTE: All student discounts and offers mentioned are correct at time of writing. Discounts, eligibility and availability may change, so always check brand websites, UNiDAYS and Student Beans for up to date information.