Student Accommodation Guide 2020 Warrington Campus
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 Accommodation* *2020 entry
Contents 4-5 Key Dates 6-8 Benefits of Living in University Accommodation 10-11 Food and Drink on Campus 12-13 A Home from Home 14-15 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.warrington@chester.ac.uk 01925 534220
Key Dates Here are the key dates you need to know when applying for University-owned accommodation:
30th March
22nd June
Online applications open
Deadline for priority allocation
Looking across the piazza towards Blatchford Hall student accommodation
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Benefits of Living in University Accommodation All University accommodation at Warrington is conveniently located on campus; see our accommodation map on pages 16 and 17. Our range of accommodation options means there is something to suit everyone’s budget. We have halls of residence surrounding a large piazza area, putting you right at the heart of the University experience. Living on campus means you have everything close by, including lecture rooms, the main library, Students’ Union, sports facilities, gym, cafés, a student shop, restaurants and - most importantly - your new friends. You’ll only be a short journey away from Warrington town centre where there are plenty of things to do from watching live music in the cultural quarter to visiting Time Square, the brand-new £120 million retail and leisure hub.
Live music on campus
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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 Warrington Campus. Communal cleaning service provided. Rent includes utility bills and insurance. University managed internet service. Cycle shelters on site.
Broomhead Library
Our award-winning chefs provide a range of freshly cooked meals and our catering schemes offer huge savings and help students budget.
Will, BA Radio Production and Journalism “I can’t believe that three years at Chester have gone so quickly! Being at Warrington, which is a smaller, more community based campus, has been perfect for me as a person. It’s meant that I’ve been able to thrive and now I feel like I’m in a great position going forward. As well as being surrounded by an awesome group of friends, the facilities available at the Warrington Campus mean that I’m proud of everything I’ve made there and I’ll be using them going forward when applying for jobs. At Warrington, it’s important to get to know as many people as you can, the more you do, the more opportunities will present themselves to you.”
Student Profile
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Food and Drink on Campus Our Warrington Campus holds the ‘Warrington Food Award for Excellence’ and there are plenty of places to find a bite to eat or go for coffee with friends on campus, here are just a few examples:
Garden Dining Room
Bar Twenty/10
The Garden Dining Room is the main dining area on campus and offers a range of meal schemes to suit your needs on a five-daya-week basis. There’s plenty of options to choose from, including sandwiches, homemade soup, jacket potatoes, salad bar, paninis and the hot counter serving traditional and international dishes.
At our campus bar, Bar Twenty10, you can catch up with friends, play pool or ping pong, and enjoy a bite to eat. With its highend sound and lighting system, the bar hosts a range of events from the UV paint party, silent disco and the annual Summer Ball. If you’re after something a bit more relaxed, the venue also has comedy nights, karaoke, live sport, and pub quiz nights.
The Terrace Café Serving Starbucks coffee, The Terrace Café is a great place to relax or study and is conveniently located in the centre of the campus.
Costcutter - Student Shop We also have a shop on campus which stocks freshly made sandwiches, snacks, cold drinks and University merchandise.
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 Advisor 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 The on-campus accommodation at Warrington is self-catered and the shared student experience is a big part of the way these halls work, with communal kitchens available to make your own food at your convenience.
Manchester Hall accommodation
Self-Catered We have two options available; self-catered standard rooms and a small number of self-catered en-suite rooms. Fully fitted kitchens, shared with a small number of residents l
Fridges, freezers, microwaves and kettles are provided l
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Between ÂŁ78.75 - 102.37*
Overnight Accommodation We also offer overnight self-catered accommodation at the Warrington Campus. l
ÂŁ25 per night*
Off-campus Accommodation Alternatively, a list of off-campus accommodation, accredited by the Warrington Borough Council, can be found on: www.studentpad.co.uk
*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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Warrington Campus Accommodation We are able to guarantee University-owned accommodation to every first-year student, so make yourself at home, we’ve got you covered.
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Accommodation Types, Fees and Availability Our accommodation costs for students starting in 2020/21 have been reduced because the last thing we want is for our students to be worrying about the cost of living away from home. Self-Catered Location:
Board:
No of Rooms:
Weekly Fee
Deposit
Croft - standard
Standard
34
£88.20
£250
Croft - small
Standard
6
£78.75
£250
Croft - ensuite
Standard
1
£102.37
£250
Manchester - standard
Standard
36
£88.20
£250
Manchester - small
Standard/En-suite
6
£78.75
£250
Manchester - ensuite
Standard
7
£102.37
£250
Newton - ensuite
Standard
26
£102.37
£250
Regent - standard
Standard
36
£88.20
£250
Regent - small
Standard
6
£78.75
£250
White - standard
Standard
36
£88.20
£250
White - small
Standard
6
£78.75
£250
White - ensuite
Standard
2
£102.37
£250
Overnight Accommodation We also offer overnight accommodation at the Warrington Campus. £25 per night
For more information please go to: www.chester.ac.uk/accommodation *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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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 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 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.
Tom, Residential Coordinator “Overall my Chester story has been a fun one. Winning the Warrington Charity Award and the Sportsperson of the year award, running for VP Warrington, being the international welcome assistant, and becoming a Residential Coordinator, I feel like I have achieved a lot here, and I have had a lot of fun doing so.�
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.warrington@chester.ac.uk T: 01925 534220
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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