In this episode of Campus Conversations, Mubaraq, Kat and Elif explore the realities of university life, discussing whether higher education is worth the cost, the pressures students face around careers and employability, and how university shapes personal growth and independence. The conversation touches on everything from “Mickey Mouse degrees” and soft skills to making friends, managing finances and adjusting to life in London. Drawing on their own experiences as UCL students, the hosts reflect honestly on the challenges and opportunities of student life, offering thoughtful advice for anyone navigating university and thinking about their future.