Voucher MagpieStudent discounts explained: UNiDAYS, Student Beans and TOTUM
Most big UK stores offer a student discount, but you usually need to verify through a third-party service first. Here's how it works.
Student discounts are one of the easiest ways to save, and they usually work all year round. Most stores don't check your student status themselves. They use a verification service, which gives you a code to use at checkout.
The main services
| Service | How it works |
|---|---|
| UNiDAYS | Free. Verify once with your student email or ID, then get codes for each store in the app or on the site. |
| Student Beans | Free. Works the same way, with codes generated per store. |
| TOTUM | Has a free digital option and a paid card. Some stores give TOTUM members a better rate. |
Each store chooses which service it works with, and the discount can be different on each. For example, River Island lists different rates for Student Beans and UNiDAYS.
Where to find the best rates
Look for the Students badge on store pages. Some of the stores we list with student offers include JD Sports, Samsung, IKEA, Cult Beauty, Dunelm and National Express.
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