How much does it cost?
The cost of your rent will vary depending on which halls you are in, and what style of room you rent. Below is an overview of rents, but exact costs are included with details of each halls.
| Annual costs | Weekly costs | Length of contract | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catered | £4,992 - £6,200 | £128 - £155 | 39/40 weeks |
| Self-catered | £3,783 - £5,850 | £97 - £155 | 39/40 weeks |
| Self-catered | £6,250 | £125 | 50 weeks |
What’s included?
Your rent includes:
- electricity, heating, water
- internet connection
- the cleaning of communal areas
- contents insurance.
If you choose a catered hall it also includes breakfast and an evening meal, served Monday to Friday during term time.
It does not include a TV licence.
Making payments
Instalments
You must pay your first instalment of rent before you move into your accommodation and within seven days of receiving an offer of a room. The remainder of the rent is paid in three equal instalments in October, January and April for 39-week contracts. For 50-week contracts there are four instalments, with the additional instalment due in July.
Details of how to pay will be sent to you with your offer of a room.
Example of rent payments
A rent of £5,265 for the full tenancy period would be payable in the
following instalments:
££540 within seven days of accommodation offer being made
££1,581.43 on or before 15 October 2012
££1,581.43 on or before 15 January 2013
££1,581.43 on or before 15 April 2013
Additional payment: There would be an additional payment on or before 15 July 2013 for 50 week contracts.
Discounts
You qualify for a 3% rent reduction if you choose to pay the full annual amount when you accept your offer of accommodation.
Problems paying
It is important to pay promptly and the university is entitled to charge interest at seven per cent annually where payment is late. We are entitled to terminate your accommodation contract if payment is overdue by 28 days or more.
If you think you may have a problem paying your rent please arrange to see someone in the income office (01273 642592) as soon as possible.
You can also speak to the student advice service (01273 642888) for advice on loans or grants, or visit Moneymatters.
Damage deposit
You do not need to pay a damage deposit when you move into halls of residence.
If your accommodation has to be repaired, cleaned or decorated before it can be let again, we will charge you for this. You will not be charged for reasonable wear and tear to your room or furniture.
