Bachelors of the Big Cheese
We found out what’s on offer for our uni’s single ladies
Caroline DoddsTake a look at our selection of eligible bachelors…
Conor, The Graduate Bachelor
What does Conor look for in a girl?
“An endless smile.”
If you look like the joker perhaps you’ll be able to bag this boy that can’t seem to tear himself away from Prow since graduating
Richard AKA Dicky, The Shit Shirt Bachelor
What does Dicky look for in a girl?
“75% of it is looks, but I mean also got to have a good sense of humour. My type is funny and blonde.”
That shirt might be hurting his chances with the ladies
Calum, The Fresher
What does this first year look for in a girl?
“I need two things. Beauty and a good sense of humour.”
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Typical fresher, loves a bit of facepaint and a VK
Callum, The Rugby Lad Bachelor
What does Callum look for in a lady?
“Just good company.”
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This guy ain’t picky
Jake and Ralph, The Double Act
After much discussion, Jake and Ralph decided what they collectively look for in a girl is “for her to be hot I guess.”
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Watch out ladies
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