Student Accommodation Guide 2020 Moving in Sunday
It’s official! Applications for student accommodation 2020 are open from 30th March. This is your guide to applying for accommodation at the University of Chester. There are lots of things to think about when it comes to starting university and for some of you this may include moving away from home for the first time. We have designed this guide to make choosing the right accommodation for you as simple as possible and to provide an overview of the range of accommodation we offer at the University Chester. For a more comprehensive insight into the accommodation options available to you, please refer to our website, and if you have any questions about the application process, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
You’re guaranteed University-owned or Partnership Accommodation* *2020 entry
Contents 4-5 Key Dates 6-7 Benefits of Living in University Accommodation 8-9 Food and Drink on Campus 10-11 A Home from Home 12-15 Choosing Your Accommodation 16-17 Map of the University Accommodation 18-19 Accommodation Prices 20-21 Your Step-by-Step Guide to Applying for Accommodation 22-23 Allocation of Accommodation 24-25 How to Pay for Your Accommodation 26-27 Accommodation Checklist
Contact Details If you have any questions about our accommodation, please contact our Residential Living Team: www.chester.ac.uk/accommodation accommodation@chester.ac.uk 01244 513000
Key Dates Here are the key dates you need to know when applying for University-owned and partnership accommodation:
30th March
22nd June
Online applications open
Deadline for priority allocation
Looking at Grosvenor House accommodation, outside the sports facilities at Parkgate Road Campus.
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Benefits of Living in University Accommodation Most University accommodation is on or next to our Parkgate Road Campus, or conveniently located in the city; see our accommodation map on pages 16-17. Our range of accommodation options means there is something to suit everyone’s budget. Living on campus means you have everything you need close by, including lecture rooms, the main library, Students’ Union, sports facilities, gym, cafés, restaurants, student shop, laundry facilities and - most importantly - your new friends.
You’ll also only be a short walk away from Chester city centre where there are plenty of things to do, from listening to live music and sampling street food at the awardwinning indoor Chester Market*, to visiting Storyhouse, Chester’s cultural centre which is home to a library, theatre and cinema, and was awarded ‘Best Entertainment Venue’ at FX International Design Awards, 2018. *Great British Market Awards Winner 2020 - Best Small Indoor Market.
All of our accommodation offers a safe and secure environment for you to live, study and socialise. 24/7 University security service. Out-of-hours support for welfare issues. Responsive maintenance service based on Parkgate Road Campus. Communal cleaning service provided. Rent includes utility bills and insurance. University managed internet service. Cycle shelters on all sites and cycle routes from Parkgate Road to Queen’s Park, Riverside, Thornton Science Park and Creative Campus, Kingsway. Our award-winning chefs provide a range of freshly cooked meals and our catering schemes offer huge savings and help students budget.
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Food and Drink on Campus There are plenty of places to find a bite to eat or go for coffee with friends on our campuses, here are just a few examples:
White’s Dining Rooms
The Gourmet Burger House
You have lots to choose from at White’s, including a sandwich bar, hot paninis, homemade soups, wok bar and meat free bar.
The clue is in the name – if you want a burger, this is the place to come; the meat is sourced from our local butcher and we’ve got veggie options too.
The Bar The Bar is home to our very own Pizzeria. Holding a huge variety of different events throughout the year, you can sing karaoke into the early hours, enjoy salsa nights, try out meditation sessions and watch live sports.
Binks Grab & Go If you’re dashing to your next lecture but fancy a coffee, our grab and go café is perfect for a quick pick me up.
Our Sustainable Food Policy means we try and work with local suppliers where possible to reduce food miles and support local economies.
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A Home from Home
Our Residential Life Team
Residential Life Team
Our Residential Life Team is here to help you settle in and make the most of your university experience. Our team is trained to support your wellbeing and because our Residential Advisors are current students, and Residential Coordinators are either postgraduate students or recently graduated members of staff, they’ve all been in the same position as you.
You will meet your Residential Advisors or Residential Coordinators during the first week of Induction. They will hold regular “Flat Chats” in your house or hall to offer information and advice on a number of subjects, including: accessing support services, volunteering, sustainability, enhancing your employability, and Students’ Union campaigns.
Coordinators and Advisors provide support 24-hours a day, 7 days a week during term time.
They also plan social events such as walks, film nights and quiz nights for each weekend of the first term to help you get to know other students.
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Choosing Your Accommodation We have several different types of accommodation to choose from, depending on your preferred facilities and board basis.
Full-Board Ideal if you don’t fancy cooking and budgeting for food yourself. Single rooms (en-suite facilities available in most full-board properties) l
Breakfast, lunch and evening meals provided Monday to Sunday during term time l
Small communal area provided which includes a kettle, microwave and sink to wash crockery l
Full board residents are required to vacate during Christmas and Easter / Spring holidays l
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Between £145.60 - £149.80 per week*
Astbury House, Parkgate Road Campus
Semi-Catered Ideal if you prefer the convenience of your meals being provided during the week but still want the freedom to cook your own food at the weekend. l
Single rooms
Lunch and evening meal included from Monday to Friday during term time l
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Fully fitted kitchens provided
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Between £116.65 - £136.90 per week*
Church College Close, Parkgate Road Campus
Grosvenor House, Parkgate Road Campus
Self-Catered Studio Flat Perfect if you want the flexibility to make your own meals. Fully equipped room with spacious en-suite bathroom and kitchenette l
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£149.10 per week*
Self-Catered Accommodation Single rooms (en-suite facilities in some properties) l
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Fully fitted kitchens and communal areas
Self-catered students may also take advantage of one of the University’s meal schemes which offer healthy meals at a reduced cost. l
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Between £94.50 - £120.40 per week*
*Prices are for 2020/21. Prices subject to change and will be confirmed upon receipt of your accommodation offer and contract.
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Self-catered En-suite Cluster Accommodation – Tudor Place
Cluster Accommodation, Tudor Place
BRAND NEW accommodation for September 2020! l
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Shared kitchen En-suite bathroom facilities
Social spaces including a common room, pool table, snug room, dedicated study room and on-site gym l
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Between £148.00 - £163.00 per week*
Private Sector Residences To add to the range of options you can choose from, the University also works closely with private providers of student accommodation. We have a register of private sector flats, houses and registered lodgings that you can view online at:
Please note: the images presented here are just an example of the accommodation options available. For a full overview of each option, please visit: www.chester.ac.uk/accommodation
www.chesterstudentstamp.co.uk
*Prices are for 2020/21. Prices subject to change and will be confirmed upon receipt of your accommodation offer and contract.
“Everyone is in the same boat in first year so making friends can be hard at first but living at Parkgate Road meant we were able to get to know our neighbours easily and I now live with the same housemates in second year! I’ve definitely made good friends for life. I love that we are so close to the city centre because it means everything is easily accessible and no need to spend money on public transport.”
Alix, English Language and Journalism
Student Profile
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Accommodation Chester Campuses We are able to guarantee either University-owned or Partnership accommodation to every first-year student, so make yourself at home, we’ve got you covered. For more information please go to: www.chester.ac.uk/accommodation
Transport Train Station Bus Interchange Cycle Routes
Accommodation • Hayes Park
• Arden Court
• Parkgate Road Houses
• St Oswald’s Mount
• Hollybank Court
• Scotia House
• 37 Liverpool Road
• Chichester Court • 1-7 Parkgate Road
• Astbury House • Church College Close
• Powys Court
• Fisher House
• Sumner House
• Gladstone House
• Tudor Place
• Grosvenor House • Bridge Street Row • Cheyney Road Houses • John Douglas Court
• De Bunsen Hall
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Accommodation Types, Fees and Availability Self-Catered Location:
Facilities
No of Rooms:
Weekly Fee
Deposit
Arden Court
Standard
33
£99.40 - £115.50
£250
Bridge Street Row
Standard
25
£107.80
£250
Cheyney Road
Standard
32
£94.50
£250
Church College Close
Standard
84
£99.40
£250
De Bunsen Hall
Standard/En-suite
32
£94.50 - £108.50
£250
Grosvenor House
Studio
202
£149.10
£250
Hayes Park
Standard
6
£99.40
£250
Hollybank Court
En-suite
50
£115.50
£250
John Douglas Court
Standard
20
£99.40
£250
37 Liverpool Road
En-suite
10
£119.50
£250
Parkgate Road
Standard
161
£99.40
£250
Powys Court
Standard
72
£107.80
£250
Tudor Place
En-suite
178
£148.00 - £163.00
TBC
Semi-Catered Location
Facilities
No of Rooms
Weekly Fee
Deposit
Chichester Court
Standard/En-suite
9
£118.65 - £129.50
£250
51 and 53 Parkgate Road
Standard/En-suite
16
£118.65 - £129.50
£250
Scotia House
Standard
8
£118.65
£250
St Oswalds Mount
Standard
7
£118.65 - £129.50
£250
John Douglas Court
Standard
37
£118.65
£250
Full Board Location
Facilities
No of Rooms
Weekly Fee
Deposit
Astbury House
En-suite
85
£145.60
£250
Fisher House
En-suite
88
£145.60
£250
Gladstone House
En-suite
26
£145.60
£250
Sumner House
En-suite
160
£147.00 - £149.80
£250
Prices subject to change and will be confirmed upon receipt of your accommodation offer and contract. For more information please go to: www.chester.ac.uk/accommodation
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Your Step-by-Step Guide to Applying for Accommodation Apply for accommodation through PASS, our Pre-Arrival Student Site pass.chester.ac.uk Applications can also be made via your mobile phone by downloading the University of Chester app.* Your username for PASS is your student number. Your student number can be found on the letter sent with this mailing. Your password is Che followed by your date of birth in the format: CheYYYYMMDD *The University app is available in the App Store for iOS devices, Google Play for Android devices and Windows Store for Windows devices.
Complete the application form by 22nd June 2020 We will ask you to tell us more about yourself, your preferences and whether you have any specific needs you would like us to consider when we allocate the accommodation. Please apply even if Chester is your Insurance choice. If you miss the application deadline or you have selected the University of Chester as your Insurance choice, your application will not be given the same priority as University of Chester first choice students.
Allocation of Accommodation We will contact you following the application deadline to update you on the progress of your application. We will then hopefully be able to confirm that a room has been reserved for you.
Confirmation of Accommodation In previous years, we have advised students of the room they have been allocated on the day that academic results are known. At the time of going to print, we are still waiting for confirmation from UCAS and exam boards about how and when students will receive results this year. As soon as we know, we will be in touch with you to advise. Please note that when you have been notified of your room allocation, you will need to secure this with a deposit.
Welcome to the University of Chester!
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Allocation of Accommodation We are able to guarantee University-owned or partnership accommodation to every first-year student.* Please note that whilst we try to match students’ specific preferences, it is not always possible. If your preferred type of accommodation is oversubscribed, then we will take the following criteria into account to decide how to allocate accommodation: ✓ Geographical location of a student’s home. Places are allocated to those who live furthest away from the University. ✓ Special needs or circumstances such as medical conditions. Please note, care leavers’ needs will be taken into consideration, provided the information is listed on the accommodation application form and you will also need to inform our Disability and Inclusion Team, within Student Futures, when you apply for accommodation. Please email disability@chester.ac.uk.
*2020 entry.
✓ You must submit accommodation application form by the advertised deadline. ✓ Students who gain entry through an Insurance choice are advised to apply for accommodation. While applicants who have selected Chester as their Firm choice and who meet the published deadline will be given priority, every effort will be made to meet all applicants’ requirements.
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How to Pay for Your Accommodation Step 1: When you accept your offer of accommodation, you will need to select your payment method. This will be either by: ✓ Direct debit in three termly instalments ✓ In full at the start of the academic year
Step 2: Pay your deposit of £250. This will be deducted from the third term’s rent.
“It’s been a great experience meeting new people and learning to live with people who I haven’t met before, it gives you many skills that are needed in adulthood! The Residential Life team are also amazing, very friendly and always there when I have needed anything. I have enjoyed having friends and family from back home to visit and explore the city with. Living on campus means I can easily go to the on-site shop for any food items I need, and can easily be at my lectures on time.”
Ruth, Education Studies and Spanish
Student Profile
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www.chester.ac.uk/accommodation If you have any questions about our accommodation, please contact our Residential Living Team: E: accommodation@chester.ac.uk T: 01244 513000
The information provided in this guide is provided for your information and convenience only. Any reference made to any person, organisation, activities, products or services does not constitute or imply an endorsement, or recommendation by the University of Chester. All prices, details and availability have been included in good faith and are believed to be correct at the time of publishing.
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