Welcome to
Bernard Myers House
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Bernard Myers House
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Banks
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Camberwell College
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Supermarkets
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Camberwell Campus
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Art supply shop
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Leisure centre
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“On behalf of everybody here at Bernard Myers, I would like to welcome you to your new home here in London.” Jason Blair Service & Sales Advisor
Your Guide to Living in the Bernard Myers House Everything you need to know about living here is available online. The guide to living is a fully searchable website where you can find out about anything, from recycling to rent payment. There are also live travel maps to each College site so that you can plan your journey, as well as links to your tenancy agreement, advice on cleaning and a calendar of Social Programme events.
bernardmyers.myblog.arts.ac.uk
Internet
Connect your computer to the WiFi network “Ask4” and a portal will pop up. Create an account and you’re ready to go. To add additional devices, just follow the same process.
Supermarkets -Tesco Local is at 316 Camberwell New Road, and larger supermarkets Morrison’s and the Co-Op can be found further along Denmark Hill, our nearest high street. Banks -Natwest, Lloyds, Santander, Barclays and HSBC are all located along Denmark Hill. Medical -The local hospital is Kings College Hospital, Denmark Hill, London, SE5 9RS (020 3299 9000). -Lister Primary Care Medical Centre is at 101 Peckham Road, and sign-up forms are available at reception. The centre also includes a walk-in clinic which requires no GP appointment, though you will have to wait to be seen. Art Supplies Cowling and Wilcox art supply shop is at 8-12 Orpheus Street. Buses The stops outside the hall are served by route 343 (24h - London Bridge), and the stop on Vestry Rd is served by the 12 (Soho), 36 (Queens Park), 171 (Holborn), 345 (South Kensington) & 436 (Paddington), as well as night buses N135 (Oxford Circus) and N171 (Tottenham Court Rd).
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The Social Programme The Social Programme team are there to make sure that you get the most out of your time here in halls. They organise weekly events like movie nights, yoga and outings to galleries, shows and nightspots. Your reps will introduce themselves over the next few days, get to know them and check around the halls for details of upcoming events.
Transport
Bicycle Cycling in London is very popular as a free alternative to public transport. It is vital that if you cycle you are safe and confident on the roads, and a good lock is advisable. Safety advice is available at www.TFL.gov.uk. Barclays Bikes Barclays (known as ‘Boris’) bikes are available for anybody to use but require a debit or credit card to release a bike. You can also buy an annual pass at www.TFL.gov.uk.
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Tube The tube runs from around 6AM-0:15AM every day. Bus We have a bus stop opposite the entrance. After midnight you will need to use night bus routes. Taxi WestOne Cars (08448 888 888) provide a safe, reliable service. TFL.gov.uk We recommend TFL’s website for travel planning in London.
Don’t forget to get your student Oyster card as soon as you are enrolled. Go to www.tfl.gov.uk to apply.
Money
Rent & charges
You may find yourself experiencing financial difficulties during your studies. Student Advisers can help identify sources of funding and offer guidance on student finance and managing your money.
Your rent needs to be paid into our account on the dates listed in your payment schedule. This schedule is available when you log in to your account at www.unite-students.com and is also available at the office. If your student loan is delayed and this will affect your rent payments, please get in touch with Unite by phone or email and we will try to make an alternative arrangement.
Student Advice Service: E student.advisers@arts.ac.uk T 020 7514 2988
If you are responsible for damage to your room or the building in general you will be charged for repairs or cleaning costs. A full list of charges is available in the Guide to Living. For further details about rent, charges and how to pay, see the Guide to Living online (see page 1).
You can also email jason.blair@unite-group.co.uk
Bank Accounts
Most banks will require your passport, a copy of your tenancy agreement (available by logging into your accommodation account). Some banks will also require a letter from your College.
Studying & Mental Health
If you are experiencing difficulties that are impacting on you and your studies, talk to a University Counsellor. Mental Health Advisers are also available if you have a mental health issue, or you are concerned about your health and well-being.
Counselling Service E counselling@arts.ac.uk T 020 7514 6251 CSM /CCW Mental Health Adviser E studenthealth@arts.ac.uk T 07809 552 033 LCC & LCF Mental Health Adviser E studenthealth@arts.ac.uk T 0770 388 7615
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Maintenance
Laundry
Report all maintenance issues using the reporting system available when you log in at www.unite-students.com. You will receive confirmation by email when the job is logged and again when it has been completed.
The laundry on the ground floor is coin operated, so remember to bring some change with your washing powder. Wash: ÂŁ2/2.20 Dry: ÂŁ1/40mins
Tenancy regulations
Security
Your tenancy agreement (your contract) is available by logging into your account at www.unite-students.com.
The facilities team are here 24/7 should you have any problems. If there is nobody in the office just call the site mobile. Feel free to come and talk to us any time, we are here for you. Site mobile: T 07800 620 065
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© University of the Arts London 2013. All information correct at time of printing. Photo credits: Map courtesy of Google Maps Page 1 - All images © Alys Tomlinson. Page 2 - Main image © Josh Solomon; other photos © Alys Tomlinson. Page 3 - Images © (Top to bottom) Enrico Sacchetti; Berkely First Ltd; Ivan Jones; Enrico Sacchetti. Page 4 - Images © (top to bottom) Alys Tomlinson; Alys Tomlinson; Ana Escobar; Alys Tomlinson.
Your new address is: Room [room/flat number] Bernard Myers House 4-6 Havil Street Camberwell London SE5 7RU
UAL Central Switchboard T 020 7514 6000 Accommodation Services T 020 7514 6240 E accommdation@arts.ac.uk Student Services T 020 7514 6230 E student.services@arts.ac.uk Camberwell College of Arts T 020 7514 6302 E info@camberwell.arts.ac.uk Chelsea College of Art and Design T 020 7514 7751 E info@chelsea.arts.ac.uk Wimbledon College of Art T 020 7514 9641 E info@wimbledon.arts.ac.uk London College of Communication T 020 7514 6500 E info@lcc.arts.ac.uk Central Saint Martins College of Arts and Design T 020 7514 7000 E info@csm.arts.ac.uk London College of Fashion T 020 7514 7478 E info@fashion.arts.ac.uk