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STUDENT HOUSING
IN PORTSMOUTH
INFORMATION
AND APPLICATION
BROCHURE 2018/19
port.ac.uk
CONTENTS
Living in Portsmouth 3
Portsmouth – the only island city in the UK 4
Helping you find accommodation 5
Private rented accommodation 6
Halls of residence 8
Important information 12
How to apply 14
Our allocation policy 16
What happens next 17
Quick reference guide 18
CONTACT US
University Of Portsmouth
Student Housing
Floor 5
Mercantile House
Hampshire Terrace
Portsmouth PO1 2EG
W port.ac.uk/accommodation
E student.housing@port.ac.uk
T +44 (0)23 9284 3214
@uopstudenthousing
@uophousing
P2 STUDENT HOUSING IN PORTSMOUTH
LIVING IN
PORTSMOUTH
WE ARE DELIGHTED THAT YOU HAVE YOUR ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
CHOSEN TO STUDY AT THE UNIVERSITY Finding the right place to live is very important and, wherever
OF PORTSMOUTH. IT’S A GREAT PLACE you choose to stay, the Student Housing team will be on hand to
TO BE A STUDENT, WITH ALL THE APPEAL help you make the right choice.
OF A VIBRANT CITY ALONGSIDE FOUR The University works with Unite Students and The Student
MILES OF BEACH AND EXTENSIVE GREEN Housing Company and allocates six halls across the Guildhall
SPACES. campus on their behalf.
We have options to suit everyone and these include:
Portsmouth is very compact so it’s easy to find accommodation
within a reasonable distance of where you will study, shop and Halls of Residence
spend your leisure time. Self-catered and fully-catered halls of residence across the
Guildhall and Rees Hall sites.
As a new student at Portsmouth, you will either live in halls
of residence or within the local community in private rented Privately Rented Shared Houses and Flats
accommodation. Privately owned and managed accommodation for students
(where the landlord does not live on the premises) that varies in
For most of you, coming to university will be your first terms of price, size and location.
experience of living away from home. This brochure will help you
decide which type of accommodation would be best for you. It Lodgings
includes details of all our halls of residence as well as information Rooms rented in private houses where the landlord lives on the
about private rented accommodation. premises.
Where you choose to live will depend on the experience you’re
looking for, your budget and how independent you want to be.
If your preferred choice is not available, we are here to help you
find a suitable alternative.
STUDENT HOUSING IN PORTSMOUTH P3
PORTSMOUTH – THE ONLY ISLAND CITY IN THE UK PORTSMOUTH’S EXCELLENT LOCATION ON THE SOUTH COAST MAKES IT EASILY ACCESSIBLE BY ROAD, RAIL, AIR AND SEA TO THE HAMPSHIRE COUNTRYSIDE, LONDON AND MAINLAND EUROPE. It takes around an hour to walk from east to west across the island, so everything is easy to reach. LOCATIONS There are many student-friendly areas to live in Portsmouth, whether you are in halls of residence or in private rented accommodation. On the map opposite you can see where our halls of residence are located within the University Quarter. Within Portsmouth, Southsea and Fratton are popular with students due to their proximity to the campus. Much of the student accommodation in these areas is within walking distance of the campus, with good cycle links too. Eastney, Milton, North End and Hilsea are located to the east and north of Southsea and Fratton. They are in easy reach of the University thanks to the excellent public transport links in the city, as well as good cycle routes. Drayton, Farlington and Cosham are located to the north of the city. These areas are well served by public transport links (it is a 12-minute train ride from Cosham to Portsmouth), with good value accommodation to be found. Fareham and Gosport are located to the west of Portsmouth, with direct public transport links into Portsmouth. Gosport is linked to Gunwharf Quays by a five-minute ferry ride (and you can take your bike on board), while the central Fareham train station is around a 20-minute ride from Portsmouth and Southsea city centre station. P4 STUDENT HOUSING IN PORTSMOUTH
HELPING YOU FIND
ACCOMMODATION
OUR STUDENT HOUSING TEAM IS HOUSING EVENTS
AVAILABLE TO HELP YOU THROUGH We organise a number of house-hunting support events
THE PROCESS OF SECURING YOUR throughout the summer, to enable you to meet other students
ACCOMMODATION. looking for accommodation and help get you started with
finding a house. Prior to the event you will be given access to a
As well as allocating places in halls to our students, we also offer dedicated Facebook group and a student-to-student message
househunting advice and support, and host a number of events board, on which you can link up with like-minded people and
to help you find a place in private rented accommodation for the read adverts from people wanting to fill a vacancy in their house
duration of your study. or flat, for example.
On the day, our team will be on hand to support you through
FACEBOOK the process, providing transport to get to viewings, a list of our
If you are concerned that you won’t know anyone before you registered landlords and a contract-checking service. Further
arrive, join our Facebook groups to meet like-minded people details on the events held this summer will be sent to you closer
who you may want to share a house with. to the time.
TWITTER HOUSE-HUNTING PORTAL
Our Twitter account, @UoPHousing, is a great place to get in All new first-year students looking to secure a room in private
touch and ask our team any questions you may have. rented accommodation will be given access to our secure online
resource, the house-hunting portal, which:
▪▪ offers house-hunting advice and support
▪▪ gives you access to our up-to-date private sector room/house
vacancies
▪▪ allows you to book on to one of our housing support events
▪▪ suggests ways for you to meet like-minded people prior to
coming to university
STUDENT HOUSING IN PORTSMOUTH P5
PRIVATE RENTED
ACCOMMODATION
WE REALISE FINDING THE RIGHT Costs
PLACE TO LIVE IS IMPORTANT. OUR The average rental for a room in a four-bedroom house in
STUDENT HOUSING TEAM CAN HELP Southsea/Fratton is:
YOU FIND SUITABLE PRIVATE RENTED ▪▪ £80–£95 per week – exclusive of all bills.
ACCOMMODATION. ▪▪ £90–£120 per week – inclusive of all bills.
LODGINGS
LIVING AS PART OF THE LOCAL COMMUNITY
These are rooms in private houses where the landlord or a close
Portsmouth is a compact city and everything that you could relative lives on the premises. They can be family households,
possibly need, such as the main shopping areas, transport links, guest houses, or houses owned by other students (or their
key University buildings, nightlife and the seafront, are just a parents). Rooms are offered either as room only (with use of
stone’s throw away from each other. a kitchen, bathroom and other communal areas) or half board
(with breakfast and evening meals provided).
This makes living in private rented accommodation a brilliant
alternative to halls, and suitable for most students’ needs. Typical facilities in lodgings include:
Sharing a house or lodgings gives you the opportunity to live ▪▪ single occupancy study bedrooms, each containing a bed,
with other students of your choice and with similar interests. suitable work surface and chair
There is a wealth of accommodation around the city and the ▪▪ adequate drawer and hanging space
surrounding areas. ▪▪ adequate heating with permanently fixed heating appliances
▪▪ smoke detectors on each floor of the property
In the private rented sector you are able to choose your location, ▪▪ adequate facilities for the number of occupants
type of accommodation, budget and your housemates.
All the rooms offered as lodgings meet the registration
SHARED HOUSES AND FLATS criteria set by Student Housing for advertising on Portsmouth
StudentPad. Unless otherwise specified, rooms offered as
This type of accommodation makes up the majority of student lodgings have been inspected by a Student Housing Officer prior
housing in Portsmouth. It is typical for students to rent houses to advertising.
in groups of three to five, although some smaller or larger
properties are available. Students in lodgings are personally responsible for paying their
rent to the householder. Normally, payment should be made
The Student Housing team continuously monitors the standards weekly or monthly in advance, with a week or month’s rent as a
of properties advertised. In all cases we must receive copies of deposit.
all relevant documentation e.g. gas safety certificate, electrical
safety certificate, HMO licence etc for the property and all We find that lodgings are generally very cost-effective as all bills
registered properties should meet our criteria for safety, are usually included, except for the telephone in most cases, and
facilities, location and decorative order. food, if on a room-only basis. Neither householder nor student
are asked to enter into any extended commitment as to the
We publish information on shared houses, flats and lodgings period of stay.
registered for advertising with the University through
www.portsmouthstudentpad.co.uk. There is also our Facebook Cost
group, @UoPStudentHousing, for students to advertise their For guidance the approximate weekly charges in Portsmouth for
vacancies in shared houses or lodgings. There is a programme of lodgings are:
housing support events through the summer for students who
want to live in private sector accommodation. ▪▪ r oom only (with use of kitchen and bathroom):
£80–100 per week
What is in a typical shared house? ▪▪ half board (bed, breakfast and evening meal):
Students living in a privately rented house would usually be £95–£110 per week
sharing the communal areas such as the lounge, diner, kitchen
and bathroom facilities. Each student will have their own fully
furnished bedroom which vary in size.
P6 STUDENT HOUSING IN PORTSMOUTH
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS Student Housing team. You should also contact the Additional
Support and Disability Advice Centre (ASDAC) at
Single-sex accommodation
asdac@port. ac.uk who can discuss options with you and also
You can still live in single-sex accommodation whilst sharing
liaise with the Student Housing team.
a house by finding students with similar requirements.
Alternatively, if you are interested in living in lodgings, some Students with pets
landlords may specify their preferences on our website. The majority of private accommodation does not allow pets,
however permission to bring a pet to the property is at the
Quieter location
landlord’s discretion and you would need to discuss this aspect
Residential areas tend to be quieter and you and your
with them before making a decision.
housemates can create a peaceful environment in your home,
wherever you choose to live. Student support managers
Students living in the private sector are able to access the
Postgraduate and mature students Student Support Managers based in the Guildhall halls of
Students who wish to live with other postgraduate and residence, who are available to offer advice and support on a
mature students will be given access to a dedicated Facebook range of issues and help with the transition to university.
group to find like-minded potential flatmates, and share their
househunting experiences. Car parking in the private sector
We strongly recommend that students do not bring their own
Dependants car to the city. However, if it is necessary, please check on the
We strongly advise any student with dependants to secure Portsmouth City Council website for details and restrictions
accommodation before moving them to the area. Please contact on the car parks and the residential parking places around
the Student Housing team for further guidance and assistance main student areas. We also recommend that students check
to secure accommodation suitable for yourself and your with their landlord or letting agent whether the property has a
dependants. designated parking place and the prices for a parking permit.
Accessible rooms
Due to the layout of terraced houses in Portsmouth, the majority
of houses in the city do not offer accessible rooms. If you would
like more guidance or support to find suitable accommodation,
or if you have specific health-related needs, please contact the
STUDENT HOUSING IN PORTSMOUTH P7
HALLS OF RESIDENCE
AT PORTSMOUTH WE OFFER A WIDE WHAT IS IN A TYPICAL BEDROOM?
RANGE OF ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS TO A typical hall bedroom is furnished with a single bed, study desk,
SUIT MOST LIFESTYLES, BUDGETS AND chair, drawers, wardrobe, noticeboard, electrical sockets and
CATERING PREFERENCES. with WiFi access. You can view room interiors at
port.ac.uk/accommodation.
SHARED OR EN SUITE BATHROOM WHAT ELSE IS INCLUDED IN THE
ACCOMMODATION FEES?
There are two types of bathroom facilities for you to choose
between – shared and en suite. ▪▪ wireless Eduroam access
▪▪ wired broadband ResNet access
Shared facilities: adequate shower rooms and toilet facilities are ▪▪ dedicated student support team
provided per flat or corridor. These are cleaned daily. ▪▪ pay-as-you-go launderette facilities
▪▪ basic insurance cover
En suite facilities: each room has a private shower, basin and
▪▪ utility services – gas, electricity, water
toilet. You are responsible for cleaning your en suite bathroom.
STUDIO FLATS
Studio flats offer self-contained accommodation. These are
prioritised for postgraduate students, depending on demand and
availability. The studio flats have a single bedroom with en suite
kitchenette (with a two-ring hob, microwave, small larder fridge
and sink) and en suite toilet and shower facilities. Studio flats
are available in James Watson, Margaret Rule, Harry Law and
Trafalgar Halls.
P8 STUDENT HOUSING IN PORTSMOUTH
Our halls of residence are in two main locations and each has CATERED ACCOMMODATION
its own distinctive character, offering a safe and secure
Our catered hall accommodation is located in Southsea. The
environment in which to study, socialise and relax. There is a real
catered option provides breakfast and a two-course dinner with
mix of styles – en suite or shared bathroom facilities, catered and
a wide choice of dishes every day, prepared from Fairtrade,
self-catered accommodation – to choose from.
quality ingredients by professional chefs. Our restaurants offer
good quality food and hassle free meals, so there’ll be no need
SELF-CATERED ACCOMMODATION
to cook after a busy day.
Self-catered accommodation at Portsmouth comes in flat or
Benefits of catered halls:
corridor-style rooms with either en suite or shared bathroom
facilities, for the real ‘home away from home’ experience. ▪▪ it is a social hub
▪▪ enables you to budget better
Self-catered accommodation is a good option if you love cooking
▪▪ all meal costs are included in your rent
and want to be in charge of what you eat and when. Experience
▪▪ breakfast and dinner are provided Monday to Friday (term
of cooking, sharing kitchen responsibilities and respecting each
time only)
other’s space are valuable life skills and preparation for the
▪▪ breakfast and lunch are provided Saturday and Sunday (term
second year when you will move into private houses.
time only)
You will have the freedom and flexibility to make your own ▪▪ generous portions are served at each meal, with plenty of
meals whenever you like in your fully fitted kitchen. There are choice on the menu
plenty of supermarkets and independent food stores close by as ▪▪ all menus include a daily vegetarian option and we can cater
well as cafés, takeaways and restaurants, some offering student for most dietary requirements, including halal foods
discounts. ▪▪ meals are served during a two to three-hour period to make
sure it suits your timetable
Our Student Finance team advise that you budget between £35– ▪▪ you will benefit from good food without having to wash up
40 per week for your food and household costs in self-catered afterwards
accommodation. Visit port.ac.uk/money for some great tips on ▪▪ late dinners are available if notified in advance
budgeting if this is your first time living away from home. ▪▪ small kitchenettes are available for preparing light meals and
to store drinks
▪▪ make the most of our themed nights
If you have special dietary requirements but think a catered hall
may suit you, then please email reesburrellreception@port.ac.uk
STUDENT HOUSING IN PORTSMOUTH P9
HALLS OF RESIDENCE
REES HALL, SOUTHSEA* (CATERED) HARRY LAW HALL*
Students are provided with dining facilities, launderette facilities ▪▪ S elf-catered with shared kitchen and dining facilities for
and a common room. Rees Hall is situated close to the seafront approximately six students
and Southsea’s facilities, overlooking Southsea Common and ▪▪ 286 rooms arranged corridor-style, all with en suite bathrooms
the Solent. Rees Hall offers excellent community living for its
267 residents, with the University buildings, Students’ Union, Cost
sports facilities and city centre all within easy walking or cycling En suite room: £5,120 per academic year (£128 per week)
distance. Studio room: £5,760 to £6,000 per academic year (£144 to £150
per week)
REES HALL
▪▪ Catered (two meals a day to be taken in the Rees Hall
restaurant) *These three halls of residence are University of Portsmouth-
▪▪ 267 rooms arranged corridor-style, all with en suite bathrooms owned buildings, therefore your contractual agreement will
Cost be with the University of Portsmouth. Please refer to the
En suite room: £6,520 per academic year (£163 per week) application portal for the terms, conditions and cancellation
policy for these buildings.
GUILDHALL HALLS
GREETHAM STREET**
These halls are located at the heart of the city and are
conveniently situated for the main shopping centres and ▪▪ S elf-catered with shared kitchen and dining facilities in each
entertainment areas. self-contained flat
▪▪ 746 rooms arranged in self-contained flats of up to 10
The Guildhall Halls comprise around 3650 rooms across eight students, all with en suite bathrooms
halls, offering self-catering facilities only with a mix of en suite
and shared bathroom facilities. Cost
En suite room: £5,920 to £6,160 per academic year (£148 to
The flats come as a mixture of purpose-built developments or £154 per week)
renovated buildings that are specifically developed with students
in mind. Most flats accommodate between four to ten students,
while others retain the traditional corridor-style accommodation.
JAMES WATSON HALL**
Each hall has its own unique character and is close to the
majority of University buildings, Students’ Union and sports ▪▪ S elf-catered with shared kitchen and dining facilities in each
facilities. self-contained flat
▪▪ 688 rooms arranged in self-contained flats for four to six
students, all with en suite bathrooms
BATESON HALL* Cost
En suite room: £5,320 per academic year (£133 per week)
▪▪ S elf-catered with shared kitchen and dining facilities in each
Studio room: £5,760 per academic year (£144 per week)
self-contained flat
▪▪ 282 rooms arranged in self-contained flats of five students
with shared bathrooms in each single-sex flat within mixed-sex
MARGARET RULE HALL**
blocks
▪▪ S elf-catered with shared kitchen and dining facilities in each
Cost
self-contained flat
Standard room: £3,680 per academic year (£92 per week)
▪▪ 342 rooms arranged in self-contained flats for four to eight
Large room: £4,160 per academic year (£104 per week)
students, all with en suite bathrooms
Cost
En suite room: £5,520 per academic year (£138 per week)
Studio room: £5,960 per academic year (£149 per week)
P10 STUDENT HOUSING IN PORTSMOUTHTRAFALGAR HALL** CATHERINE HOUSE†
▪▪ S elf-catered with shared kitchen and dining facilities in each ▪▪ S elf-catered with shared kitchen and dining facilities in each
self-contained flat self-contained flat
▪▪ 288 rooms arranged in self-contained flats for six students, all ▪▪ 709 rooms arranged in self-contained flats of four to six
with en suite bathrooms students, all with en suite bathrooms
Cost Cost
En suite room: £4,920 per academic year (£123 per week) En suite room: £5,480 to £5,800 per academic year (£137 to
Studio room: £5,760 per academic year (£144 per week) £145 per week)
CHAUCER HOUSE - BRAND NEW HALL DUE TO †This hall of residence is owned by The Student Housing
OPEN SEPTEMBER 2018** Company, therefore your contractual agreement will be with
The Student Housing Company. Please refer to the application
▪▪ S elf-catered with shared kitchen and dining facilities in each portal for the terms, conditions and cancellation policy for
self-contained flat this building.
▪▪ 242 rooms with en-suite bathrooms in self-contained flats of
six to nine students.
Cost UNITE STUDENTS AND THE STUDENT
En suite room: £5,920 per academic year (£148 per week) HOUSING COMPANY
We work closely with Unite Students and The Student Housing
Company to provide some accommodation for our students.
**These five halls of residence are Unite Students-owned
buildings, therefore your contractual agreement will be with All the accommodation is high quality and self-catered, with
Unite Students. Please refer to the application portal for the en suite facilities. We will be processing applications for
terms, conditions and cancellation policy for these buildings. the buildings managed by Unite Students and The Student
Housing Company and details on your allocation and further
correspondence regarding your contract will be sent to you
Please note: all prices are estimated and subject to directly by them.
confirmation. Prices are rounded to the nearest pound for
clarity.
Please note: if you are allocated a place in one of these halls,
your accommodation contractual obligations will be with Unite
Students and The Student Housing Company.
STUDENT HOUSING IN PORTSMOUTH P11IMPORTANT INFORMATION
ABOUT HALLS
Car parking Postgraduate students
The University has agreed with Portsmouth City Council to Postgraduate students have further options to consider. Studios
participate fully in policies aimed at alleviating traffic and parking are prioritised for postgraduate students, depending upon
congestion in the city. Therefore please note: demand and availability. Please specify on your application form
if this type of accommodation is required and we will do our best
▪▪ G uildhall Halls – students accepting a place at any of the to meet your request.
Guildhall Halls must agree not to bring a car to Portsmouth.
▪▪ Rees Hall – there are no general car parking facilities at Rees Dependants
Hall. These facilities are only available to blue badge holders. Rooms in halls of residence are equipped for single occupancy
(with the exception of some twin rooms). Students with
Blue badge holders should contact the Transport Coordinator dependants are advised to contact Student Housing for
on car.parking@port.ac.uk for more information about parking information on the latest availability of accommodation in the
facilities available. private rented sector, which may be suitable for families.
Single-sex accommodation We strongly advise any student with dependants to come to
All the halls provide mixed-sex accommodation with the exception Portsmouth to secure accommodation before moving them to
of Bateson Hall flats, which are single-sex due to shared bathroom the area.
facilities. Bateson Hall also has an accommodation block that is
solely allocated to female students. Individual flats in other halls Accessible rooms
can be allocated as single-sex depending upon demand. Please The University aims to take into account the needs of all students
specify on your application form if this type of accommodation is with disabilities and long-term health conditions. We ask that
required and we will do our best to meet your request. if you require adapted or accessible accommodation you let
us know as soon as possible so we can discuss your needs and
Quieter location advise on the availability of suitable facilities. If you have an
Living in halls of residence can provide a lively environment to live impairment, e.g. mobility, sensory, neurodiverse, that could
and study in. Students who wish to experience living in a vibrant impact on your ability to evacuate a building, please tell us so we
hall community, but who would prefer a calmer study/work can check on the availability of appropriate accommodation. In
environment can request a quieter location. Individual flats or the first instance, contact the Additional Support and Disability
areas across the halls can be designated as quiet flats depending Advice Service (ASDAC) at asdac@port.ac.uk, who will be able
upon demand. Please specify on your application form if you have to discuss what options are available and liaise with Student
a preference for a quieter location and we will endeavour to do Housing as appropriate.
our best to meet your request and allocate you with like-minded
people.
P12 STUDENT HOUSING IN PORTSMOUTHTwin rooms Temporary room share
A very limited number of twin rooms with shared bathrooms Some rooms are larger in size than the typical standard rooms.
and twin studio rooms are available in selected hall locations. Therefore at the beginning of the term we may ask you to assist
Applicants considering this option due to the cost benefits us to house another student for a short period of time. If you
should be mindful of the implications of sharing a study bedroom have been allocated to this type of room we will be giving you
and be sure that they will be content to share close personal further details on the terms and conditions of the temporary
space with another person for the duration of the academic year. room share.
Where a hall room is let on a twin basis, the accommodation
fee will be adjusted so that each occupant is only paying 65 per Living as part of a hall community
cent of the normal single-let rate. Some twin rooms will have When allocating the rooms and flats in University
two combination ‘study beds’, which combine a single bed and accommodation, we aim to create mixed, integrated
personal study desk space. communities. The benefits of this include the opportunity to live
with students of different ages, cultures and backgrounds.
The study bed is specially designed to offer daytime use as a
study desk and then neatly folds away to offer a standard single However, it is important to realise that at times, living with many
bed for sleeping. Due to space restrictions, some rooms will different people can naturally be vibrant and lively. We ask all our
have limited storage for suitcases; however, each study bed students to live harmoniously, with consideration and respect
does incorporate lockable storage space for books and personal towards their fellow hall residents and the local community.
possessions. Each of the hall bases has its own student support team to assist
Priority for these rooms will be given to students who already students with community living. They offer a confidential service
know someone they wish to share with and where both parties and provide help and assistance should any difficulties arise.
have indicated this on their applications.
STUDENT HOUSING IN PORTSMOUTH P13HOW TO APPLY
Please follow the instructions detailed in the covering letter HALLS OF RESIDENCE OR PRIVATE RENTED
or email sent with this brochure on how to access the online ACCOMMODATION
application. There are two sections on the form under accommodation
1. Read the information in this brochure carefully and decide on requirements: private rented accommodation and halls
the type of accommodation you wish to apply for. of residence. You should select either private rented
2. When completing the application, please check that the accommodation or indicate your preferences for halls of
information provided on the form is current and correct, residence. There is no need to complete both sections. If
especially your email address, and make any necessary you apply for a halls of residence room after the guaranteed
amendments. deadline and we cannot offer you one of your choices, we will
3. If you apply for halls of residence, you need to select which automatically send you information about finding private rented
type of room and the location you would like to live in. accommodation.
When you make your application, please note there will be
a minimum number of accommodation preferences you will CONTRACTUAL OBLIGATIONS IN UNIVERSITY
need to select and you will be guided through this as you OF PORTSMOUTH HALLS
make your application. Within each hall preference you need It is vital that you familiarise yourself with the information
to select a minimum of one room type preference. You should provided for each type of halls of residence, including the
only apply for types of accommodation that you are willing to costs, facilities and occupancy periods as detailed in this
accept (and for the entire contractual period of 40 weeks), as brochure. Under normal circumstances, we will only make one
we usually only make one offer of a room per student. offer of accommodation and if you accept that offer, you will
4. We would like to make you aware that some types of room, be responsible for paying the fees for the entire occupancy
particularly in the Guildhall area, are very popular and can be period, unless you leave because you have withdrawn from
oversubscribed. It is advisable to be flexible and to make as the University. Transfers between halls during the year are not
many choices as possible. usually possible.
5. Once you have completed the application form, please check
it carefully and make sure you are happy with your choices CONTRACTUAL OBLIGATIONS IN UNITE
before submitting it through the online portal. Please note STUDENTS’ AND THE STUDENT HOUSING
that once you have saved and submitted your application, COMPANY’S BUILDINGS
you will no longer be able to make any changes to your room
preferences. Although the University of Portsmouth is processing applications
6. Please take note of the application deadlines on page 16 in for Unite Students’ and The Student Housing Company’s
the allocation policy. buildings, all contractual and cancellation obligations for
students allocated to these halls will be with Unite Students or
The Student Housing Company.
If successfully allocated to Greetham Street Hall, James Watson
Hall, Margaret Rule Hall, Trafalgar Hall or Chaucer House, Unite
Students will send information on the room offer, deposit and
contractual obligations (including their cancellation policy), how
to secure the booking and other relevant details. If successfully
allocated to Catherine House Hall, The Student Housing
Company will be responsible for its administration.
TWIN ROOMS
If you accept a twin room and your twin sharer declines their offer,
then you must agree to take on the room at the full single rate.
P14 STUDENT HOUSING IN PORTSMOUTHOCCUPANCY SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
All rooms are for single occupancy (except for the limited If you have any specific requirements, please indicate this
number of twin rooms as detailed under specific requirements on your application and, if necessary, send in any supporting
on page 13) and are allocated for the full academic year. The documents.
session fee relates to this period of time and is for 40 weeks. If
your course duration is different in length, for example, if it is Please note:
only for one term, or it starts and finishes outside the standard ▪▪ Due to data protection legislation, we are not able to discuss
dates, we may still be able to offer you a hall place, but may have your accommodation application or allocation information
to restrict the choices available to you for operational reasons. with anyone other than you. We can only give general
Students requiring accommodation outside these dates should information to third parties (for example, parents and
contact Student Housing for details of summer accommodation guardians).
options. ▪▪ If you would like someone to complete your application or
act on your behalf with regards to your application, please
You can use your room during the Christmas and Easter vacations provide Student Housing with written permission authorising
– there is no need to clear your room or move out. this at the time of returning your completed accommodation
application.
Meals are not provided in catered halls during vacations, but self-
catering facilities are available instead. The fee charged reflects
this change.
In all instances we aim to offer you your highest available
preference at the time of your application
STUDENT HOUSING IN PORTSMOUTH P15OUR ALLOCATION POLICY HALLS OF RESIDENCE ACCOMMODATION Exceptions to allocation policy 2018/2019 Any students attending courses in Chichester (approximately Entry for home, EU and international (non-EU) students 18 miles from Portsmouth) are advised to contact the At the University of Portsmouth we are able to guarantee an Accommodation Office at the University of Chichester (01243 offer of a room in halls to all new full-time undergraduate and 816 000) for assistance in securing more conveniently located postgraduate UK, EU and International students for their first accommodation in the Chichester area. year of study if they make us their firm choice university and S tudents coming for a single semester have a separate allocation apply for their accommodation by 31 May 2018. New full-time of places and should apply for accommodation through the UK, EU and International students applying for September 2018 online portal, choosing the relevant semester term dates. entry will become eligible to apply for halls of residence once they have firmly accepted an offer to study at the University. Accommodation applications will be sent out on a weekly basis from January to September as applicants firmly accept a place to study at the University of Portsmouth. Places in halls of residence will be allocated based on order of receipt of accommodation applications in Student Housing, with students holding an unconditional firm offer being prioritised for their preferred hall choices. Applicants are therefore encouraged to submit an accommodation application at the earliest opportunity. Where possible, applicants will be allocated their highest available preference of accommodation, subject to availability. Please note – because the halls vary in the number of students they accommodate and some are more popular than others, obtaining your higher preferences cannot always be guaranteed. Applicants who apply after the deadline will be offered a room in halls of residence subject to availability. If we are unable to offer a room in halls of residence, applicants will be given help and advice on finding private rented accommodation through online resources and housing support events. P16 STUDENT HOUSING IN PORTSMOUTH
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?
We will notify you of the outcome of your accommodation ACCOMMODATION PAYMENTS
application from March onwards. If we offer you a room in halls
It is a precondition of the contractual agreement to pay a
of residence, you will need to pay a £250 deposit to secure your
£250 deposit to secure the booking, prior to moving into halls
place at that time.
of residence. The amount will be held by the University for
The deposit must be paid by the date specified on the offer, the duration of the accommodation agreement or by either
which is usually within 14 days of the offer being made. If it is Unite Students or The Student Housing Company for their
not paid by the specified date, we reserve the right to cancel the tenancy agreement. The deposit is refundable at the end of the
offer, and in some circumstances this may be without further accommodation agreement period, less any sums owed to the
notice. University against which the deposit may be offset.
Any student who, for any reason, does not intend to start their Please note the £250 deposit is an additional amount to the
course of study at Portsmouth, must inform Student Housing accommodation fees and cannot be paid by direct debit. You will
in writing before 24 August 2018 in order for the deposit to be sent details on how to pay your deposit when you are sent an
be refunded in full. After this date, any refund (partial or full) offer of a room.
that is due following cancellation before the start of occupancy
Please do not make your deposit payment until you have
is dependent upon if and when the room is re-let. Any other
received an offer of a room in a halls of residence.
cancellations after 24 August must also be in writing and before
the start of the occupancy. For payment queries, please email income@port.ac.uk
quoting your Student ID number.
If we are unable to offer you a place in halls of residence or if
you indicate a preference for private rented accommodation,
our Student Housing team is here to help you find the right
student home. there will be a programme of housing support
events throughout the summer for you to attend and we provide
ongoing advice and support throughout the year to all of our
students, to make sure that you settle in to life in Portsmouth.
HOW THE STUDENT HOUSING TEAM
CAN HELP YOU
Student Housing offers an all-year-round support service that DISCLAIMER
new and returning students can easily access. We are centrally
Please note that nothing in this brochure constitutes a contract
located in Mercantile House on the Guildhall Campus, which is
between the University of Portsmouth and any potential student.
where you will find most other student services.
The University reserves the right to change anything stated in
As well as administering the allocation policy for halls of this brochure without informing all recipients. Any such changes
residence, including the allocation of hall places, we can advise will be those considered by the University in its reasonable
and assist students on securing private rented accommodation opinion to be necessary for the smooth and safe running of halls
for the remainder of their time at University. of residence and the University.
This includes offering advice on the following issues:
▪▪ inter-tenant issues Please keep checking port.ac.uk/accommodation or
▪▪ deposit disputes your ‘StudentHome’ portal for any communication
▪▪ condensation and mould regarding updates.
▪▪ maintenance issues
▪▪ landlord management
▪▪ contract checking
▪▪ noise
STUDENT HOUSING IN PORTSMOUTH P17QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
TYPE OF ACCOMMODATION CATERED SELF- HALL SIZE (APPROX
CATERED
GUILDHALL HALLS
Bateson Hall (standard) – 3
282 rooms
Bateson Hall (large) – 3
**Catherine House – 3 709 rooms
*Chaucer House – 3 242 rooms
*Greetham Street Hall – 3 746 rooms
Harry Law Hall – 3
286 rooms
Harry Law Hall Studio – 3
*James Watson Hall – 3
710 rooms
*James Watson Hall Studio – 3
*Margaret Rule Hall – 3
348 rooms
*Margaret Rule Hall Studio – 3
*Trafalgar Hall – 3
328 rooms
*Trafalgar Hall Studio – 3
REES
Rees Hall 3 – 267 rooms
Please note: all prices are estimated and subject to confirmation. Prices are rounded to the nearest pound for clarity.
*Marked halls are owned by Unite Students – the University of Portsmouth takes applications for these buildings, however
accommodation agreements will be administered directly by Unite Students.
Please see the example terms, conditions and cancellation policy on the application portal.
P18 STUDENT HOUSING IN PORTSMOUTHX) EN CONTRACT WEEKLY PRICES COST FOR ACADEMIC YEAR
SUITE PERIOD
– 40 weeks £92 £3,680
– 40 weeks £104 £4,160
3 40 weeks £137–£145 £5,480–£5,800
3 40 weeks £148 £5,920
3 40 weeks £148–£154 £5,920–£6,160
3 40 weeks £128 £5,120
3 40 weeks £144–£150 £5,760–£6,000
3 40 weeks £133 £5,320
3 40 weeks £144 £5,760
3 40 weeks £138 £5,520
3 40 weeks £149 £5,960
3 40 weeks £123 £4,920
3 40 weeks £144 £5,760
3 40 weeks £163 £6,520
**Marked halls are owned by The Student Housing Company – the University of Portsmouth takes applications for these
buildings, however accommodation agreements will be administered directly by The Student Housing Company. Please see the
example terms, conditions and cancellation policy on the application portal.
STUDENT HOUSING IN PORTSMOUTH P19CONTACT US
University of Portsmouth
T +44 (0)23 9284 3214
E studenthousing@port.ac.uk
W port.ac.uk/accommodation
A Student Housing
Floor 5
Mercantile House
Hampshire Terrace
Portsmouth PO1 2EG
MD14484 0118
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