Exam season is upon us in Metro Vancouver, which means students attending UBC, Kwantlen, SFU, Douglas, Capilano, VCC, BCIT, and more are hitting the books and cramming to absorb months’ worth of information into just a few days.
Or, if they are great students, gently refresh and reflect on their notes before the exam to maintain that A+ GPA.
While there are plenty of calming and quiet places to study at your university campus in Surrey, sometimes it helps to shake up your environment to gain some new perspective.
So, here is a list of places around Surrey that have the perfect environment for you to zone in on your work.
This library, with a stunning interior, is conveniently located in downtown Surrey. It is just a few steps from the SFU campus and near the Surrey Central bus loop.
A free WiFi option is available for students and faculty, and there are also printers, computers, a meditation room and group study rooms.
There is plenty of space for group and individual study and a coffee shop on the first floor if you need a caffeine boost.
Address: 10350 University Drive, Surrey
Phone: 604-598-7420
Sip on coffee from local roasters, bite into their signature homemade donut, and get to work!
The Black Tiger coffee has a spacious dine-in option, but if you are lacking some sun, there is also outdoor patio seating.
Address: 19255 Fraser Highway #110, Surrey
Phone: 604-427-4114
With all the studying, it can get quite mundane.
So how about treating yourself to a delicious meal at the Ruex Cafe and Bar, which is conveniently located near King George Skytrain station?
If you’re looking for a little snack or hardy meal, this eatery is guaranteed to have your tastebuds dancing and keep you fuelled to get through a tough study session.
Address: 113615 Fraser Hwy Unit #120, Surrey
Phone: 604-649-7839
A perfect location for SFU students studying at the Surrey campus is the popular coffee chain Trees Coffee, which opened its newest location at 10299 University Drive in Surrey this year.
The beautiful new spot features wall-to-wall windows, plenty of seating, and a contemporary counter area, complete with a huge display case for its famous cheesecake offerings.
In addition to its cheesecakes (which are available as whole cakes or as individual slices), Trees serves 100% certified organic coffee, pastries made daily, and a selection of other bottled beverages.
The best news is this shop is open late — perfect for late-night study sessions.
Address: #104-10299 University Drive, Surrey
Phone: 604-496-1714
In case you need another excuse to make a bubble tea run — here is one.
Chatime in Surrey is the perfect area to set up camp and add a little joy to your study session.
This bubble tea shop has WiFi and enough room to find a place to hunker down until the late evening.
The location near King George Boulevard and 102 Avenue is open until 11 pm.
Address: 10255 King George Boulevard, Surrey
Phone: 604-588-6863
If you are near the Strawberry Hill Shopping Centre, Bandra Cafe provides a unique environment to get the creative juices flowing.
You’ll find free parking, spacious booths and modernized street food that will keep you fuelled.
And if you need to take a break and challenge your mind in a different way, carrom and chess boards are available.
Address: 7310 #110 120th Street, Surrey
Phone: 778-565-7771
According to KAFFINA Coffee, it was founded on the idea of community and it really delivered.
When you come here, you’ll find there is plenty of space to sit alone or with others.
And it doesn’t hurt that the incredible coffee here will keep you energized.
Address: 2950 King George Boulevard #100, Surrey
Phone: 604-385-1444
Here is another cafe that was created with the intention of bringing people together.
You’ll find this cozy communal cafe in the heart of South Surrey.
There are comfy areas to sit across the floor with a nourishing warm meal and dive into your books.
Address: #160 – 5620 152nd Street, Surrey
Phone: 604-372-2083