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ACCOMMODATION
GUARANTEED FOR
UNDERGRADUATE
STUDENTS
See inside for details
OUR NEW
£38 MILLION
STUDENT
VILLAGE
See inside for details
ACCOMMODATION
GUIDE 2018/19
GUARANTEE
First year undergraduates who apply before Friday 18
May and accept the University of Gloucestershire as
their first choice will be guaranteed a place in university
halls of residence or managed housing.
INTERNATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS:
If you are a new international undergraduate student
entering your studies at the university and you have
firmly accepted your offer and completed the online
halls of residence application process by Friday 10
August 2018, you will be guaranteed university halls of
residence or managed housing.
CONTENTS
WELCOME TO OUR SERVICE 4-7
HALLS OF RESIDENCE 8-9
HOW TO APPLY FOR HALLS OF RESIDENCE 8
HALLS OF RESIDENCE FACILITIES 10-11
CHELTENHAM HALLS OF RESIDENCE 12
MAP OF CHELTENHAM 12
PITTVILLE STUDENT VILLAGE 14-19
HALLS SUPPORTING FRANCIS 20-24
CLOSE HALL CAMPUS
HALLS SUPPORTING 25-29
PARK CAMPUS
GLOUCESTER HALLS OF RESIDENCE 30
MAP OF GLOUCESTER 30
HALLS SUPPORTING
OXSTALLS CAMPUS 32-35
UNIVERSITY APPROVED 36-37
HOUSING AND LODGINGS
NEW
PITTVILLE
STUDENT
VILLAGE
Cheltenham
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ACCOMMODATION GUIDE Pittville Student Village, computer generated image (CGI) 3
WELCOME
This guide features all the information you will need regarding the accommodation options available
at the University of Gloucestershire. This includes information on our halls of residence and university
approved housing, the facilities on offer, how to apply and the support that is available to you.
UUK CODE OF PRACTICE
The University of Gloucestershire is signed
up to the Universities UK (UUK) Code of
Practice. The code outlines best practice and
provides benchmarks for the management
and quality of university managed student
accommodation in the higher education
sector. You can find more information about the UUK
Code of Practice here: www.universitiesuk.ac.uk
HOW TO CONTACT US
You can contact us by calling 01242 714544 or email
us at accommodation@glos.ac.uk
You can also find out more about our services on our
website, along with more images and virtual tours of our
halls of residence. It’s also a great place to find the latest
accommodation news: www.glos.ac.uk/accommodation
Park Villas, Cheltenham
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TYPES OF
ACCOMMODATION
PITTVILLE STUDENT VILLAGE
This brand new village in Cheltenham offers a range
of accommodation options including en-suites,
studios and town houses. You can find out more
information on the village on page 14.
HALLS OF RESIDENCE
The accommodation team manages a large
portfolio of halls of residence and accommodation
managed by the university directly. You can find
more information about our halls and application
process on page 8.
UNIVERSITY
APPROVED HOUSING
The accommodation team holds a large database
of external student housing that meets the
university’s strict safety standards. You can find
more information about the scheme along with
how to access it on page 36.
UNIVERSITY
REGISTERED LODGINGS
Lodgings are where a tenant lives in the same
property as the landlord. We find this option is
particularly popular with international and older
students. You can find out more information
on page 37.
TEMPORARY ACCOMMODATION
We do not provide temporary accommodation.
However, we can provide a list of bed and breakfast
accommodation or you can contact the local tourist
board offices. Please ensure you book temporary
accommodation BEFORE your arrival.
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FIRST YEAR UK/EU UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS You will be guaranteed accommodation in university halls or university managed accommodation if: • you are a new first year UK/EU undergraduate, and • you are holding an unconditional firm or conditional firm offer (UF or CF) at the university, and • you have accepted the University of Gloucestershire as your first choice Friday 18 May. STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES The university is committed to accommodating the needs of students with disabilities. In order for the accommodation team to assist with specific requirements, we encourage you to initially contact one of our disability advisers. Tel: 01242 714541 Email: disability@glos.ac.uk Please also state your requirements during the halls of residence application process (see page 8). 6
INTERNATIONAL
UNDERGRADUATE AND
POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS
If you are a new international undergraduate or
postgraduate student entering your studies at the
university and you have firmly accepted your offer and
completed the online halls of residence application
process by Friday 10 August 2018, you will be guaranteed
a halls of residence room or managed housing.
POSTGRADUATE UK/EU STUDENTS
We have new town house accommodation for
postgraduates including PGCE students. Based on our
newly developed Pittville Student Village, these town
houses provide study bedroom accommodation with
large modern kitchens and communal areas. If you are
a new postgraduate student beginning your studies at
the university and you have firmly accepted your offer
and completed the online halls of residence application
process by Monday 2 July 2018, you will be eligible for
these halls of residence.
Cheltenham Town Centre 7
HALLS OF
RESIDENCE
Halls of residence can be a great start to university life and we currently have approximately
1,800 places in halls of residence on or near all of our campuses. They are all close to the
town and city centres and are also served by the university bus service.
Rooms range in price from £100 to £189 per week depending on the facilities available.
All rent is inclusive of the following:
• utility bills (water, electricity, gas)
• internet
• basic contents insurance
All halls are self-catered. The standard contract length is 40 weeks.
What you can expect as standard for all halls of residence is shown on page 10.
Pages 14-35 provide details of each of the residences, including the facilities,
room types and costs per week for each residence.
OTHER UNIVERSITY MANAGED ACCOMMODATION
The university sometimes takes on additional properties in the Cheltenham and Gloucester
area to accommodate incoming students. If you apply for university accommodation you
may be allocated one of these properties should those listed within this brochure be
fully allocated. For details of this additional accommodation, please check our website.
HALLS OF RESIDENCE APPLICATION PROCESS
Once you have accepted your offer you can apply online for 2018/19 from January 2018
at www.glos.ac.uk/accommodation
• Select your preferred halls. We cannot guarantee meeting your request but we
will allocate as closely as possible. Please note that the earlier you apply the better
chance you will have of being allocated your preferred choice.
• Instructions on how to accept your room offer will be emailed to the address
supplied during the halls of residence application process by July 2018.
• Instructions will include completing the room acceptance process via our Halls
Portal. Here you will be given details of your room, dates of occupancy, rent and
the full terms and conditions.
• You will also need to make a payment of £200 and set up a direct debit for rent
payment within seven days of receiving your room offer.
If you accept an offer of a place in residence, you will be signing a legally binding
contract for the full period stated on the offer letter.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
For many reasons, including the health and safety of all student residents, there are
certain terms and conditions you are agreeing to when you accept a place in halls.
You can find a copy of these on the accommodation web pages. Please note all halls
are non-smoking and no halls students are permitted to bring vehicles.
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HALLS OF RESIDENCE FACILITIES RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT
All halls come equipped with the following items: There is a residential support team who are responsible for
pastoral support to residential students. This team consists
STUDY BEDROOM: KITCHENS:
of residential support advisers who are full-time staff and
• bed • microwave residential assistants who are returning students recruited
• wardrobe • cooker by the accommodation team. The residential support
• drawers/shelves • toaster team are on hand to assist you with a variety of issues that
may arise while living in residence, including welfare and
• chair • kettle
maintenance issues. The halls are also supported by our
• desk • refrigerator security, cleaning and maintenance teams who help ensure
• internet access • freezer the smooth running of halls.
Laundry facilities are on or near each campus and
are coin-operated machines.
The following pages provide details of each of the
residences, including the facilities, room types and
costs per week.
10ICONS
KEY
Pv Pittville Student Village
Fh Closest campus Francis Close Hall
Pk Closest campus Park
Ox Closest campus Oxstalls
On On-campus
Off Off-campus
Shared bathroom
En-suite bathroom
Sink in room
5/
6 Number sharing kitchen
kitchen
Small cooker
Standard cooker
Wi-Fi
W
B Wired broadband
Flat screen TV in room
Studios or flats available
Facilities for students
with disabilities
Whilst we make every effort to ensure
the information in this guide is accurate,
unforeseen circumstances may make
alterations necessary. Rooms pictured
may vary in size and layout within
each residence.
11cCHELTENHAM
Home to our Park and Francis Close Hall campuses, Cheltenham is at the
heart of the county’s thriving events industry, playing host to the annual
Science, Literature, Music and Jazz festivals, as well as award-winning music
festivals such as 2000trees and Wychwood. It’s also a short walk from the
Cotswolds’ stunning countryside landscapes.
Both campuses are within 10-15 minutes’ walking distance of the centre
of town with a regular bus service operating between all halls sites, the
campuses and Gloucester.
CHELTENHAM
Pittville
Student
Village
Park Challinor
12Cheltenham town centre 13
PITTVILLE STUDENT
VILLAGE
Self Contained En-Suite Studio
I SAMANTHA VEAL
MANAGING DIRECTOR, ULIVING
“The Uliving Village at Pittville has been designed to provide students
with a first class, living and learning environment. The student village
has been planned to ensure residents have high quality accommodation
facilities alongside a range of leisure and social amenities, creating a
safe, welcoming community. The Uliving team look forward to
meeting you in September.”
Example of multi-use games area
14ON SITE
FACILITIES INCLUDE:
• Reception and welcome area
• Student bar
• Refectory/cafe
• Gym facility with flexible-use
studio/activity space
• Student laundry room
• Shop
• Faith space
• Landscaped courtyards
Pittville Student Village (CGI) with outdoor seating, social
and gathering space
• Multi-use games area suitable
Our Pittville Student Village is the studio rooms available, with both for a variety of sports
result of £38 million investment and en-suite bathroom and kitchenette.
• Staff, visitor and blue
opened in September 2017 exclusively
The village is a short walk to Pittville badge parking
for new University of Gloucestershire
students, adding approximately Park’s rolling lawns, magnificent lakes • Cycle stores within
an additional 800 rooms to our and Grade I listed Pittville Pump secure enclosures
portfolio. Pittville is included in our Rooms that hosts regular concerts
Accommodation Guarantee (see p6). and cultural events. Cheltenham
Racecourse, home to some of the
This exciting new site has been region’s biggest festivals and events, BUSES FROM PITTVILLE
developed in partnership with is also a stone’s throw away. RUN TO ALL CAMPUSES
Uliving, leaders in student living
and sustainable construction. Pittville is only a 20 minutes’ walk
The village boasts landscaped from Francis Close Hall (FCH)
grounds, ergonomic social spaces, campus, 20 minutes’ walk from
and 24/7 on site security. Cheltenham town centre and has
regular bus routes during term
All rooms offer 4ft wide (three time including a late night bus on
quarter size) beds within flats student nights.
and houses which look out onto
green courtyards. Over 600 of the
Computer generated images (CGI) are
bedrooms have en-suite facilities.
illustrative of the facilities that will be available
There are also 60 self-contained at Pittville. Actual details may vary.
Cheltenham town centre
15PITTVILLE STUDENT VILLAGE,, CHELTENHAM
STANDARD/ENHANCED EN-SUITE
STANDARD EN-SUITE ENHANCED EN-SUITE
The cluster apartments contain a mixture of between 6 The cluster apartments contain a mixture of between 6
and 10 bedrooms on each floor with a shared kitchen and and 10 bedrooms on each floor with a shared kitchen and
separate shared common room. Each bedroom has a study separate shared common room. An enhanced en-suite is
area with desk, storage, wardrobe and en-suite shower. larger and has a higher furniture specification.
Rent: £142* per week Rent: £148* per week
Study Bedrooms: 40 bedrooms Study Bedrooms: 297 bedrooms
www.glos.ac.uk/pittvillevillage www.glos.ac.uk/pittvillevillage
*based on 2017/18 prices.
6/
Pv 10
kitchen W
20 MINUTES’
WALK INTO
TOWN
16PITTVILLE STUDENT VILLAGE,, CHELTENHAM
SELF-CONTAINED EN-SUITE STUDIO
The studio rooms are available across the new halls.
These plush rooms are self-contained with their own
kitchenette which includes a microwave, two ring hob,
sink and refrigerator.
Rent: £183* per week
Study Bedrooms: 60
www.glos.ac.uk/pittvillevillage
*based on 2017/18 prices.
Pv 1
kitchen W
ALL ROOMS
OFFER THREE
QUARTER
SIZE BEDS
17PITTVILLE STUDENT VILLAGE,, CHELTENHAM
SHARED TOWNHOUSE
The townhouses are 4-storey buildings with a spacious
ground floor shared common room with kitchen. The 3
upper floors have 4 single modern bedrooms and 2 shared
bathrooms.
Rent: £137* per week
Study Bedrooms: 180 bedrooms
www.glos.ac.uk/pittvillevillage
*based on 2017/18 prices.
Pv 12
kitchen W
AVAILABLE FOR
POSTGRADUATES
INCLUDING PGCE
STUDENTS
18PITTVILLE STUDENT VILLAGE,, CHELTENHAM
ORIGINAL HALLS OF RESIDENCE
These 10 re-vamped halls of residence have 4 storeys, with
the ground floor containing 5 bedrooms and the upper
floors 6. Each floor offers en-suite bedrooms, a shared
kitchen and separate shared common room per floor.
Each block has a disability access bedroom available
on the ground floor.
Rent: £133* per week
Study Bedrooms: 214
www.glos.ac.uk/pittvillevillage
*based on 2017/18 prices.
5/
Pv 6
kitchen W
LATE NIGHT
SHUTTLE BUS
ON STUDENT
NIGHTS IN
CHELTENHAM
19HALLS SUPPORTING
FRANCIS CLOSE HALL
CAMPUS
SHAFTESBURY HALL: GL50 4AX
HARDWICK: GL50 4BS
MAIDENHORN: GL50 4BS
ST MARY’S HALLS: GL50 3JZ
PITTVILLE STUDENT VILLAGE: GL52 3JG
I TOM REES
THIRD YEAR HISTORY, RELIGION PHILOSOPHY AND ETHICS STUDENT
“I lived in Shaftesbury Hall for my first year and one thing I loved about
my room was that I had an en-suite bathroom. I’d never had one before
I came to university so it felt like a bit of a luxury! It was also great to
be so close to Cheltenham because I could get to everywhere I needed
to on foot – in fact it even only took me 6 minutes to get from being
asleep in bed to lectures, which was just brilliant!”
20SHAFTESBURY HALL
NEAREST CAMPUS: FRANCIS CLOSE HALL, CHELTENHAM
Shaftesbury Hall is a modern development next to Francis
Close Hall campus. The student flats are also within walking
distance of Cheltenham town centre and are very close
to the university bus service. The hall has three blocks:
Cinderford, Stroud and Tewkesbury.
Study Bedroom Rent: £133* per week
One Bed Hall Flat Rent: £189* per week
Study Bedrooms: 104 bedrooms
www.glos.ac.uk/shaftesbury
*based on 2017/18 prices.
Fh On 6
kitchen
B W
21HARDWICK
NEAREST CAMPUS: FRANCIS CLOSE HALL, CHELTENHAM
Our Hardwick halls of residence feature spacious en-suite
rooms which are located on our newly renovated Hardwick
campus. There are 3 Hardwick residence blocks: Avon,
Severn and Thames housing 123 students. They are around
3 minutes’ walk from Francis Close Hall campus and 10
minutes from Cheltenham town centre. It’s also very close
to a large 24-hour supermarket.
Rent: £124* per week
Study Bedrooms: 123 bedrooms
www.glos.ac.uk/hardwick
Rooms may vary from those pictured.
*based on 2017/18 prices.
Fh On
7/
9
kitchen
B W
22MAIDENHORN
NEAREST CAMPUS: FRANCIS CLOSE HALL, CHELTENHAM
Maidenhorn is a small block alongside our Centre for
Fashion, Art and Photography (Hardwick campus) that
houses 8 students, divided into 2 flats of 4 students.
This residence is a 5 minute walk from Francis Close Hall
campus and is within walking distance of the town centre.
It’s also close to a large 24-hour supermarket.
Rent: £100* per week
Study Bedrooms: 8 bedrooms
www.glos.ac.uk/maidenhorn
Rooms may vary from those pictured.
*based on 2017/18 prices.
Fh On 4
kitchen
B W
23ST MARY’S HALLS
NEAREST CAMPUS: FRANCIS CLOSE HALL, CHELTENHAM
This modern development features top-end flats within
a converted regency building located in the centre of
Cheltenham around 10 minutes’ walk away from Francis
Close Hall campus. Each flat accommodates 2 or 3
individuals with some en-suite rooms and some with a
shared bathroom between 2 residents.
Rent: £112 to £133* per week
Study Bedrooms: 34 bedrooms
www.glos.ac.uk/stmarys
Rooms may vary from those pictured.
*based on 2017/18 prices.
Fh Off
2/
3
kitchen
B W
24HALLS SUPPORTING
PARK CAMPUS
PARK VILLAS: GL50 2RH
PARK CHALLINOR: GL50 2RH
EILDON AND MERROWDOWN: GL50 2JA
EILDON AND MERROWDOWN ANNEXE: GL50 2JA
PITTVILLE STUDENT VILLAGE: GL52 3JG
I JULIET LALEYE
FINAL YEAR LAW STUDENT
“It’s a real family feeling in halls. We cook and eat together. We go
to town and back at night together, and it feels safe. The library and
restaurant are on campus. We often go to study together and grab
coffee and chips on the way to see us through. The view of the lake
from our kitchen window is so beautiful. I walk around it when I need
to clear my head.”
25PARK VILLAS
NEAREST CAMPUS: PARK CAMPUS, CHELTENHAM
The Park Villas are located on the beautifully landscaped
Park campus. The 5 villas, Grace, Dowty, Jenner, Tyndale
and Cooke, house 36-39 students each.
Rent: £133* per week
Study Bedrooms: 183 bedrooms
www.glos.ac.uk/parkvillas
Rooms may vary from those pictured.
*based on 2017/18 prices.
Pk On 9
kitchen
B W
26PARK CHALLINOR
NEAREST CAMPUS: PARK CAMPUS, CHELTENHAM
Challinor is located on Park campus and has been
recently renovated to a high standard. These halls feature
a mixture of en-suite rooms and rooms with shared
bathroom facilities.
Rent: £115 to £133* per week
Study Bedrooms: 59 bedrooms
www.glos.ac.uk/challinor
Rooms may vary from those pictured.
*based on 2017/18 prices.
Pk On
7/
10
kitchen
B W
27EILDON AND MERROWDOWN
NEAREST CAMPUS: PARK CAMPUS, CHELTENHAM
Eildon and Merrowdown is located on the attractive tree
lined Lansdown Road which is very close to the fashionable
Montpellier area of Cheltenham having a range of trendy
bars and restaurants located nearby. It’s around 10
minutes’ walk from Park campus and close to the centre of
Cheltenham. It’s also a short walk from transport links such
as the train and coach station. There are 27 students
in each property divided into 4 floors with large kitchens.
Rent: £108 to £112* per week
Study Bedrooms: 54 bedrooms
www.glos.ac.uk/eildon
Rooms may vary from those pictured.
*based on 2017/18 prices.
Pk Off
5/
7
kitchen
B W
28EILDON AND MERROWDOWN ANNEXE
NEAREST CAMPUS: PARK CAMPUS, CHELTENHAM
Eildon and Merrowdown Annexe are halls adjoining
the existing Eildon and Merrowdown halls and feature
the same attributes. Each of these 2 en-suite halls
house 18 students and there is a large courtyard
between the 2 halls.
Rent: £124* per week
Study Bedrooms: 36 bedrooms
www.glos.ac.uk/eildonannexe
Rooms may vary from those pictured.
*based on 2017/18 prices.
Pk Off 9
kitchen
B W
29GLOUCESTER Just 20 minutes’ walk from the centre of town you’ll find the Oxstalls campus, home to our sports and leisure courses. If you’re looking for a burst of adrenaline to break up your studies you can always take a trip to Gloucester Ski and Snowboard Centre or give rock climbing a go at the Warehouse. If you’re planning to visit or commute to or from Cheltenham there is a regular bus service operating between all halls sites, the campuses and Cheltenham town centre. Blackfriars Development coming soon 30
BLACKFRIARS PROPOSED
NEW DEVELOPMENT:
The university is proposing a brand new development
of a 295 bed accommodation facility on Barbican Way
in Gloucester for new students starting in 2018. It will be
a mix of town houses, cluster flats and studio bedrooms
with car park and additional space. More information
will be available at www.glos.ac.uk/accommodation
NEW FOR 2018
BLACKFRIARS
PROPOSED NEW
DEVELOPMENT
Blackfriars (CGI)
31HALLS SUPPORTING
OXTALLS CAMPUS
OXSTALLS HALLS: GL2 9HW
ERMIN HALL: GL1 2JD
UPPER QUAY: GL1 3JP
I EMMA WILKINSON
FINAL YEAR EVENTS MANAGEMENT STUDENT
“ Looking back at my year in halls the main thing that sticks out for
me is just how much fun the whole year was! We were never short on
laughs throughout. I was actually a little surprised at how much everyone
got on if I’m honest. Before I moved in I was worried that living with
lots of people from different backgrounds would clash, but we all got
on so well. Next year I am going to be moving into a shared house just
around the corner from Oxstalls campus, mostly with students that
I have lived with this year.”
32OXSTALLS HALLS
NEAREST CAMPUS: OXSTALLS CAMPUS, GLOUCESTER
These halls are based on Oxstalls campus and house 175
students divided into 6 blocks (May, Birdlip, Coopers,
Crickley, Robinswood and Chalford) within 21 cluster flats.
Rent: £133* per week
Study Bedrooms: 175 bedrooms
www.glos.ac.uk/oxstalls
Rooms may vary from those pictured.
*based on 2017/18 prices.
Ox On
7/
10
kitchen
B W
33ERMIN HALL
NEAREST CAMPUS: OXSTALLS CAMPUS, GLOUCESTER
Ermin Hall offers very comfortable halls built to a high
specification. Situated in the quiet, tree lined residential
area of Denmark Road, a short and pleasant 10 minute
walk from Oxstalls campus and 15 minute walk from the
city centre. It’s also close to the transport links for rail,
coach and bus. The hall houses 85 students in single study
bedrooms with en-suite facilities.
Rent: £124* per week
Study Bedrooms: 85 bedrooms
www.glos.ac.uk/ermin
Rooms may vary from those pictured.
*based on 2017/18 prices.
Ox Off
6/
9
kitchen
B W
34UPPER QUAY
NEAREST CAMPUS: OXSTALLS CAMPUS, GLOUCESTER
Upper Quay is situated in the Westgate quarter of
Gloucester, around 20 minutes’ walk from Oxstalls
campus. It’s among the most historic and interesting
areas in the city, with the magnificent and well-known
Gloucester Cathedral. You can also enjoy the new shops,
bars and restaurants that sit on the waterfront of the
historic docklands.
Rent: £124* per week
One Bed Flat Rent: £189* per week
Study Bedrooms: 132 bedrooms
www.glos.ac.uk/upperquay
Rooms may vary from those pictured.
*based on 2017/18 prices.
Ox Off
4/
6
kitchen
B W
35UNIVERSITY APPROVED
HOUSING AND LODGINGS
The Accommodation team provides a number of alternatives to halls of residence.
More information follows on the type of accommodation available to you in the private sector.
UNIVERSITY APPROVED HOUSING STUDENTPAD
If you decide halls of residence are not for you, then All university approved housing is advertised on our
you may wish to consider shared houses or flats in the website: www.glosstudentpad.co.uk
private sector. This option involves finding property away
This is exclusive to University of Gloucestershire students
from campus and living with your fellow students for
and features in-depth information about each property
the academic year. Some first year students and a large
along with other useful tools and a message board.
majority of returning students choose this option.
You can access Studentpad by completing the registration
The Accommodation team advertises available housing
process on the website. Please note that access is only
which landlords have registered through our University
given to students with a firm offer at the university
Registration Scheme. This scheme ensures all properties
(UF or CF).
have been visited and that they meet certain health and
safety criteria set by the university including providing gas
and electrical certificates. Please note that the contract will
be directly with the landlord, not the university.
36PROPERTY DETAILS LETTING AGENTS
Most properties on the list will have between 3 and There are many letting agents in Cheltenham and
8 bedrooms with shared kitchens and bathrooms Gloucester. The accommodation office does not endorse
and appropriate furniture to cater for the number of or recommend any of these. Do talk to us about specific
students living in the property. You should expect to pay agents before signing up to a contract.
approximately £60-£90 per week in rent, exclusive of
bills, based on 4 people sharing. You should try to budget
approximately £15 a week towards standard utility bills if
HOUSING ADVICE
they are not included in your rent. Phone and internet can The housing support team is on hand to offer support
often be charged on top of your utility bills so this would and guidance to students living off campus ensuring you
also need to be budgeted for. settle into your new home quickly and have a happy and
productive time at university. You can go to the housing
CONTRACTS support team if you have any problems, queries or questions
to do with any aspect of student housing.
While all halls of residence contracts last for 40 weeks,
Tel: 01242 715322
housing contracts can be up to 12 months and you will
Email: housingsupport@glos.ac.uk
find that contract lengths vary from property to property.
When signing a contract ensure you have read through
it thoroughly and that you are happy with all aspects. STUDENT RENTED HOUSING GUIDE
Normally you would expect to pay a deposit of one
month’s rent when signing the contract to secure your The housing support team produces a guide to assist
room. The housing support team provides information, students who rent houses during their time at the university.
advice and guidance but the contract is between the You can download the booklet ‘Renting the Perfect Pad:
student and the landlord. It is therefore important that you Your Student Guide’ on the ‘Private accommodation’ page
ensure any contracts are read thoroughly before signing. on our website www.glos.ac.uk/accommodation
LODGINGS
The Accommodation team also produces a list of study
bedrooms available in houses where the owner lives in the
same property. These lodgings offer a variety of flexible,
non-fixed term accommodation with the choice of self-
catering, half-board or breakfast only. Rent for self-catered
lodgings is approximately £70-£100 per week. Lodgings are
generally good value for money with no further bills to pay.
This accommodation also offers flexibility as there are no
formal tenancy agreements. The accommodation team
does not view these properties but asks for a copy of a
landlord’s valid gas certificate.
37I STEPHEN BURROWS
ACCOMMODATION MANAGER
“Before I joined the accommodation team I was actually a student at the
university myself. In my second year I was also residential assistant in halls
of residence. I found the role so rewarding that I decided to stay on and
become a full-time residential support adviser after successfully completing
my degree. I now manage the service, providing pastoral care and support
for our new students, but also ensuring that the terms and conditions of
the halls contract are met. I’d like to think that my previous experience
as a student here helps to enhance the service we provide.”
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video www.glos.ac.uk/ugopen
Open days are the first step towards becoming
a student. It’s a great chance for you to:
Can’t make any of these dates?
• find out more about your subject
Our student ambassadors would be happy to
show you around. Just give us a call and we will • take a campus tour with current students
arrange a personal visit for you. These run every • see inside our student accommodation
Wednesday at all of our campuses. • pick up top tips on your personal
statement and creative portfolio
If you are an international student please visit
www.glos.ac.uk/international • talk to our student finance advisers
• find out more about student support
• discover how to kick-start Your Future Plan
39The Accommodation Office
University of Gloucestershire
First Floor
Laurie Lee Building
Pittville Student Village Disclaimer: The university will take all reasonable
Albert Road steps to provide accommodation as described in
Cheltenham this brochure. However, it does not guarantee the
provision of such services and this brochure does
GL52 3JG not form part of a contract between you and the
university. Please do check appropriate websites
Tel: +44 (0)1242 714544 for the most up-to-date information on fees and
Email: accommodation@glos.ac.uk additional costs.
www.glos.ac.uk/accommodation
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