After going through the entire application process to a British university and being accepted, there is still a lot to prepare before setting foot in the Queen's land. Your accommodation, for example, is one of the most important issues to be resolved before your trip.
There are students who only go looking for a place to live when they are already in the UK, but let's face it, this becomes much more complicated, as you will already be studying and living so many experiences in a different country, making it difficult to find enough time to search for homes. and apartments. recruiters of partner universities of loveUK indicate that it is not advisable to leave it to the last minute, something that many international students do and end up harming themselves.
O loveUK gathered 5 tips for you who have already received an offer from the university to better understand the process of choosing accommodation and get organized in advance and without headaches. Write it down:
1. When to start planning
The minute you choose, from among the universities you have been accepted to, which institution you will actually enroll in, it's time to start the process of choosing your accommodation.
Most universities send, along with the vacancy, the first instructions on stay, serving as an initial guide. It is worth remembering that there are deadlines for enrolling in the university's facilities, so the advance it's crucial.
2. Types of accommodation
British universities include a section on the student life (the so-called “Student Life”), where you can access information about the types of accommodation offered by it and their prices. In general, there are two options: live on campus or in university buildings, off-campus, with easy access to your course building. Generally, students are divided by level of education (undergraduate, masters, doctorate…).
You can choose between private, shared or family rooms. The latter has a structure to accommodate, in addition to the spouse, the children of the student in question.
3. “It was at the fair, lost the chair”
Vacancies for university accommodation are filled by arrival order. We can't stop emphasizing the importance of getting organized in advance. The best or cheapest options are the ones that fill up the fastest. On-campus family accommodation is also the most popular. So the tip is: run!
4. Guaranteed accommodation
Most British universities provide accommodation for international students from graduation, regardless of course. This is a way to help individuals who come from other countries and do not understand the procedures. For other levels of study, however, it is necessary to “gas” on your own.
5. What's Included
When selecting the desired accommodation, watch what is included in the price. Most university accommodations already include fees such as internet, electricity and water in the package. This is a good advantage for students, as they won't have to worry about bills and bills outside of rent.
The facilities that university accommodations offer are great. Living on campus is a way to maximize your university experience, in addition to immersion with fellow students and savings on daily transportation.
All universities offer support and help to their students looking for accommodation. If in doubt, contact the loveUK, we are prepared to help you choose the best housing option for your lifestyle.
At the loveUK instagram it is possible to check some accommodations for Brazilians studying in the UK. In the highlights section, information about the universities of Leeds, Glasgow, Warwick, Goldsmiths and Bradford is available, provided by the students themselves during the Take Over of our account.
