Student Accommodation

Post Graduate Students

Post Graduate students Frequently Asked Questions

What types of Accommodation is available to me?
Can I get a room in Halls of Residence?
I want to live with other Post Grad students, can you help?
Where do I get the latest Registered Housing lists from?
Where do I get the latest Registered Lodgings lists from?
Are there any other places I can look for Accommodation?
I’ve found a house, what do I do next?
I want to move out of my house before the end of the academic year, is that possible?
If I leave University will I be liable for rent for the whole year?
What pastoral care is offered to students in Registered Housing?

What types of Accommodation is available to me?

University Registered Flats and Houses
These are flats and houses that landlords have registered with the University that meet high safety standards and have been visited by Accommodation Staff.  These are not managed or allocated by the University.  Students contact the landlord directly to arrange viewings.  It is important that you view a property before signing a contract. The tenancy period for a student house is usually from Mid-September to June.
Lodgings
This is accommodation where you live in the landlord’s home.  The University advertise these properties, but no visits have been made and the University does not manage or allocate these rooms. You would not sign a contract in this type of accommodation, although you would give notice as agreed with the landlord usually between one week and one month.

Can I get a room in Halls of Residence?

Unfortunately, Halls of Residence are reserved for First year Undergraduate students.

I want to live with other Post Grad students, can you help? 

There is a message board facility on our studentpad website. This is a great way to communicate with other PGCE students. This will enable you to get together with other PGCE students and find a property.

Where do I get the latest Registered Housing lists from?

To find out how to access our Housing list goto the following website.

Where do I get the latest Registered Lodgings lists from?

List can also be requested by emailing accommodation@glos.ac.uk or by calling 01242714544. 2010/11 Lodgings lists will be availible from May 2010. 

Are there any other places I can look for Accommodation?

You might find the following website useful. This site features a search engine which is a good way to find a suitable property for your needs. Also try www.accommodationforstudents.com

I’ve found a house, what do I do next?

The landlord will ask you pay a deposit to sign a tenancy. Please read through our ‘Guide Student Guide to University Registered Housing’ before doing this. If you have any further questions or would like someone to look through your tenancy please come along to the Accommodation office and see a Housing Adviser.

I want to move out of my house before the end of the academic year, is that possible? 

Details on these should be clearly stated in your tenancy. Contracts normally state you will be liable for the rent of your room until a replacement is found.

If I leave University will I be liable for rent for the whole year?

Details on these should be clearly stated in your tenancy. Contracts normally state that if you decide to leave University you will be liable for rent up to the day you vacate your room plus a cancellation fee. However, this is not always the case so make sure you are fully aware before you sign your tenancy.

What pastoral care is offered to students in Registered Housing?

The accommodation office is open 9am to 5pm Monday to Thursday and Friday, 9am to 4pm. There will always be a member of the Housing Team present to offer you support and guidance. You can also call us on 01242714544 or email accommodation@glos.ac.uk