Welcome to
Furzedown Student Village
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Furzedown entrance
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Doctor
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Cedars entrance
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Pharmacy
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Budgens supermarket
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Art supply shop
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Post office
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Tooting Bec Lido
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Tube station
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Banks
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St George’s Hospital
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Tooting rail station
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“On behalf of everybody here at Furzedown, I would like to welcome you to your new home here in London.” UAL Accommodation Services
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 -Both Budgens and Costcutters are very near by on Moyser Road, while the nearest large supermarket is Sainsbury’s at Tooting Broadway. Banks -Tooting Broadway has a large selection of banks including Natwest, Halifax, HSBC, Nationwide, Barclays and Santander. Medical -The local hospital is St George’s, Blackshaw Road, London SW17 0QT (020 8672 1255). It houses a 24h walk-in centre in case of emergencies. -Tooting South Medical Centre is at 22 Otterburn Street, London SW17 9NH. Opening hours and contact details are online at www.tootingsouthmedicalcentre.co.uk. -The nearest dentist is the Pearl Dental Clinic, 144 Mitcham Rd (020 8767 5151). Buses -The Tooting Bec transfer bus is free and will pick you up daily from the car park area between 7:30-9:30AM, 4:30-7:30PM. -The 57 (Wimbledon, Kingston), 127 (Tooting), and 333 (Tooting) buses run from Nimrod Road, close to the main entrance.
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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. the nearest tube station is Tooting Broadway (zone 3). Bus Our nearest bus stop is on Nimrod Road. After midnight you will need to use night bus routes. Taxi WestOne Cars (08448 888 888) provide a safe, reliable taxi 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
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. Student Advice Service: E student.advisers@arts.ac.uk T 020 7514 2988
Rent & charges
Your rent needs to be paid into our account on the following days:
or email and we will try to make an alternative arrangement.
First payment: 7th September 2013
You can also email accommodation@arts.ac.uk
Second payment: 6th January 2014 Third payment: 22nd April 2014
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.
If your student loan is delayed and this will affect your rent payments, please get in touch with us by phone
For further details about rent, charges and how to pay, see the Guide to Living online (see page 1).
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 to reception, where staff will keep a record of any repairs or maintenance to be carried out.
A coin-operated laundry is available in your building, and usage instructions are posted. Wash and dry: ÂŁ4
Tenancy regulations
Security
Your tenancy agreement (your contract) is available by logging into your account via arts.ac.uk/housing. A copy of the terms is posted on the guide to living.
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. Emergency contact: T 07940540038
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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 number] 5 Spalding Road (Furzedown) or 141 Welham Road (Cedars) Tooting London SW17 9BB (Furzedown) or SW17 9BU (Cedars)
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