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Newcastle University

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Student Accommodation 201516

Contents

Welcome

Living in Newcastle ............................................................................................................... 02

Starting university is an exciting time and it is important that you find


somewhere to live that feels like home while studying in Newcastle.
With more than 5,000 rooms, we offer an extensive range of great-value
accommodation, from en suite to standard rooms, and catered or self-catered
facilities, giving you a range of options to suit your budget and preferences.
All of our accommodation is either close to our city-centre campus or within
easy reach, via excellent transport links.

Student accommodation at Newcastle University ....... 03


Where will I live? ....................................................................................................................... 04
Our residences
What we offer .................................................................................................................................. 07
Undergraduate accommodation ........................................................ 08
Undergraduate and postgraduate accommodation .. 16
Postgraduate accommodation ............................................................... 18
Accommodation guarantee ................................................................................... 22
Viewing our accommodation ....................................................................... 23
Living in the private sector ....................................................................................... 24
Accommodation fees ............................................................................................ 26
How to apply ..................................................................................................................................... 28
Sport@Ncl ............................................................................................................................................. 29
EAT@NEWCASTLE ................................................................................................... 29

Useful contacts
Accommodation Service

Telephone: + 44 (0) 191 208 3333


www.ncl.ac.uk/accommodation

NUstudenthomes private sector

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Student Wellbeing

Telephone: +44 (0) 191 208 3333


www.ncl.ac.uk/students/wellbeing

This brochure provides information for you to consider the type of accommodation
you would like. For more detailed information, visit www.ncl.ac.uk/accommodation
where you will find all of the essential information you need about our
accommodation and the application process.
Whether you are a first-year UK, EU or international undergraduate student,
an international postgraduate student, or a student considering private sector
accommodation, we are committed to providing accommodation that enhances
your university experience.

The Accommodation Service


www.ncl.ac.uk/accommodation

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Newcastle University

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Living in Newcastle

Here are just 5 reasons why many of our students


consider The Toon their second home...
Reason 1...

Newcastle University campus is right in the


heart of the city centre, so youre never far from all that the city
has to offer. The city is very compact, so its easy to get around,
and you wont have to travel far to lectures from our centrally
located accommodation.

Reason 2... Our student social life is top-rated.* From


legendary nightlife, to world-class arts, music and sport, and
a multitude of shopping and dining options, Newcastle has it all!
*Joint first in 2013 and joint second in 2014, The Times Higher Education Student
Experience Survey

Reason 3... Student-friendly and safe with one in six people


in Newcastle a student, youll be in good company. Youll soon see why
Newcastle is considered one of the friendliest cities in the UK and why
were ranked in the top five for quality of student life.**
** University Quality of Life Survey, Lloyds Bank, 2014

Reason 4... Student rents and cost of living are lower


than average, saving you more money to spend on Newcastles
many attractions.
Reason 5...

Newcastle is a beautiful city to live in, with


Georgian buildings standing alongside iconic, modern architecture,
plenty of green spaces (including two parks right next to the
University), and the coast and countryside on your doorstep.
With city-centre train and coach stations and the nearby airport,
were well-connected for travelling further afield.

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There are many reasons for choosing to live in our student accommodation...

Within easy reach of our city-centre campus

Most of our accommodation is in the city centre, and within


10 minutes walk of our city-centre campus. Other residences are
well-connected to the city and campus via public transport
(see our map on page 4 for more information).

Guaranteed accommodation in your first year

UK, EU or international undergraduate students and international


postgraduate students are eligible for guaranteed University
accommodation in the first year.* Continuous contracts covering the
academic year mean there is no need to vacate your room during
Christmas and Easter holidays.
* Subject to certain conditions see page 22 for more details

A great range of options to suit all budgets

From traditional buildings to modern developments, there is something


for everyone, including en suite options at most residences and catering
made easy at Castle Leazes, with meals provided Monday to Friday
during term time.

Added extras included in your rent

We take care of the fiddly bits so you can concentrate on settling


in without worrying about budgeting. Rent is inclusive of utility bills,**
(such as energy bills) and we offer free Internet connection or Wi-Fi and
personal possessions insurance. Some residences also include a TV
licence in the rent.
** Up to a set amount for Managed Partnership schemes. Excludes family accommodation

Incredible student experience

You will meet people from diverse social and cultural backgrounds,
and make friends for life in our supportive communities. We have
Facebook pages for all University-owned accommodation, so you
can make friends before you arrive. Visit www.ncl.ac.uk/
accommodation/about/facebook for details.

Putting your safety first

Staff are on call 24 hours a day, and most residences provide


on-site support during office hours. Entryphone systems and CCTV
are installed in most accommodation.

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Where will
I live?

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Newcastle University

Our residences
Undergraduate accommodation ........................................................ 08
Undergraduate and postgraduate accommodation .. 16
Postgraduate accommodation ............................................................... 18

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What we offer
All of our accommodation has self-catering facilities, and catered
accommodation is available at Castle Leazes.

En suite, washbasin, or standard rooms

All of our bedrooms include a bed, desk, chair, wardrobe and shelving
plus free Internet connection or Wi-Fi.* Laundry facilities, payable on
site, are also provided. You can then choose between:
en suite facilities: bedroom with adjoining pod bathroom,
comprising a private shower, washbasin and toilet
washbasin facilities: bedroom with private washbasin and shared
shower and toilet with your flatmates
standard facilities: bedroom with shared washbasin, shower
and toilet with your flatmates (no private facilities)

Accommodation for families, couples, or


part-year students

Family accommodation is provided at Bowsden Court, and couple


accommodation is available at Easton Flats, Leazes Terrace, Magnet
Court and Richardson Road. Accommodation for part-year students
is available at all residences except Managed Partnership schemes.
For more information on options such as living in a large or small
community, and mixed- or single-gender rooms, visit
www.ncl.ac.uk/accommodation/students/accommodation/consider

Special requirements

The University can offer a range of accommodation to meet varying


individual requirements, but you must let us know in advance if you
think you need this. Some of our accommodation has been specially
adapted to include: larger rooms for specialist equipment, mini-cool
fridges to store medication, wheelchair access, personal care support
provision, vibrating pillow to be alerted to a fire alarm, adjustable beds
and study desks, and braille kitchen equipment.
The Accommodation Service can help you decide which type of
accommodation best suits your needs. Please complete the relevant
part of the online Accommodation Application with supporting medical
evidence and we will ensure that you are provided with the most
appropriate accommodation. We welcome visits to discuss your
requirements, which can be arranged via Student Wellbeing at
www.ncl.ac.uk/students/wellbeing
* Access to some websites/services from the University network may be restricted,
eg online gaming. See www.ncl.ac.uk/itservice/connect for further details

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Undergraduate
accommodation

Castle Leazes
NE2 4NY

University-owned
accommodation
Length of contract: 38 weeks

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Undergraduate

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accommodation

Liberty Plaza

Being catered is
a big bonus and
the social side of living here
is really good... the bar
is brilliant!

NE4 5SA

Managed Partnership
accommodation
Length of contract: 43 weeks

Chris, Castle Leazes

Castle Leazes is located near


Leazes Park and just a threeminute walk to the edge of
campus and the University
Sports Centre.

Liberty Plaza is a contemporary


development next to Newcastle
University Business School and
only a five-minute walk from
the campus and city centre.

Catered rooms provide


breakfast and evening meal
Monday to Friday during term
time, supported by small
communal kitchens. Sample
menus are available online.
Self-catered rooms are arranged
along corridors with shared
kitchens, showers and toilets
on each floor. The en suite
rooms are based in either
seven-, 10- or 11-bedroom
flats which have fully equipped
lounge/kitchen areas for
residents to share. Some
en suite rooms are offered
on a catered basis.

Offering all en suite rooms in


five- or six-bedroom flats, each
flat has a communal lounge/
kitchen, and larger four-foot
beds, or premium rooms
providing a double bed.
For socialising, theres a great
common room with a flat-screen
TV, games console and pool
table.

On-site facilities include a bar,


coffee shop, convenience store,
TV room and computer cluster.
648 catered washbasin rooms
40 catered en suite rooms
201 washbasin rooms
201 en suite rooms
7 deluxe en suite rooms
Facilities include: free Wi-Fi;
bicycle storage; parking
(at an additional cost).

I was very impressed


with my kitchen;
it was a lot bigger than I had
originally anticipated. The
rooms were all clean and tidy
too! Couldnt have asked
for better.
Oliver, Liberty Plaza

209 en suite rooms


48 premium en suite rooms
Facilities include: TV (licence
not included); free Internet
connection in bedrooms; bicycle
storage; CCTV/entryphone;
24-hour reception.
Note: a deposit payment is required
at the time of the offer being accepted,
with the first terms rent due before
your arrival at the University. EU and
international students must pay the
whole years rent before arrival, but will
receive a two per cent discount.

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Undergraduate
accommodation

Marris House/
Richardson Road
NE2 4AW

University-owned
accommodation

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Marris House features washbasin


rooms in six-bedroom flats,
with communal lounge/kitchen
areas and two shower rooms/
toilets per flat. The lounges are
equipped with a flat-screen TV
with licence.
Richardson Road offers standard
rooms, mostly in six-bedroom
flats, with a small number of
three-bedroom flats. The flats
share a communal lounge/
kitchen and shower/toilet.
Marris House:
198 washbasin rooms
Richardson Road:
894 standard rooms
30 self-contained flats
for couples
Facilities include: free Wi-Fi;
bicycle storage; CCTV/
entryphone; parking
(at an additional cost).

accommodation

Park Terrace

Everyone knows
everyone else, its
a great community, and the
proximity to campus is a
massive plus for me!

NE2 4BB

University-owned
accommodation
Length of contract: 38 weeks

Richard, Richardson Road

Park Terrace is an exciting new


development which opened in
September 2014, in a prime
location on campus overlooking
Newcastles Exhibition Park and
close to the city centre.

Park Terrace is a
fantastic addition to
the accommodation offered
by Newcastle University:
perfect location, ideal price
and friendly neighbours
what more could a
first-year student ask for?
Thomas, Park Terrace

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Undergraduate

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Length of contract: 38 weeks


On campus and close to the
city centre, Marris House and
Richardson Road form part
of a large, lively community,
buzzing with activity. The
University Sports Centre and
a University catering outlet
are close by.

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The development provides


en suite bedrooms in selfcontained flats. These vary in
size from six to 11 bedrooms,
with larger four-foot beds.
These shared flats also have
the benefit of a fully equipped
contemporary kitchen and a
comfortable communal area.
226 en suite rooms
17 deluxe en suite rooms
Facilities include: TV (licence
included); free Wi-Fi; bicycle
storage; CCTV/entryphone.

Hit the jackpot as far


as accommodation
is concerned. Brilliant
atmosphere and people.
Kristian, Park Terrace

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Undergraduate
accommodation

The View
NE4 5SA

Managed Partnership
accommodation
Length of contract: 43 weeks
New in September 2014,
The View is an exciting
development next to Newcastle
University Business School and
only a five-minute walk from the
main campus and city centre.
The 18-storey tower offers
en suite rooms in five- and
six-bedroom flats, all with
communal lounge/kitchens and
larger four-foot beds. Theres a
great social/common room for
relaxing, with a games console,
widescreen TV and pool table.
312 en suite rooms
17 deluxe en suite rooms
Facilities include: TV (licence
not included); free Wi-Fi; bicycle
storage; CCTV/entryphone;
24-hour reception.
Note: A deposit payment is required
at the time of the offer being accepted,
with the first terms rent due before
your arrival at the University. For
EU and international students, the
remaining instalments are due in
October and December. If you pay
the full year in advance of your arrival,
you will receive a one point five per
cent discount.

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Undergraduate

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Turner Court

You have everything


right on your
doorstep: the city centre;
Chinatown; the nightlife;
and Uni of course! Plus the
whole building is so modern.
Theres nowhere Id rather live.

NE2 1AA

Managed Partnership
accommodation
Length of contract: 42 weeks
Turner Court is a modern,
vibrant and contemporary
residence which was built in
2013. It is a 10-minute walk
from the campus and city
centre and is also close to
The Ouseburn Valley, which
offers a creative community with
excellent nightlife, music and
theatre venues, and a cinema.

Anna, The View

My bedroom and flat


are modern and
comfortable, great for
studying and socialising, and
there is a Tesco and Subway
on the ground floor very
handy from a student
perspective!
Eleanor, Turner Court

This accommodation offers


en suite rooms in four-, fiveand six-bedroom flats. Each
flat has an open-plan lounge/
kitchen and rooms have larger
four-foot beds. Within the
accommodation there is a
social/common room with pool
table and large-screen TV. There
is also an external courtyard
for sunny days and an on-site
supermarket so youll never
go hungry.
253 en suite rooms
4 premium en suite rooms
Facilities include: TV (licence
included); free Wi-Fi; bicycle
storage; CCTV/entryphone.
Note: a pre-payment (including
deposit payment) is required at the
time of the offer being accepted,
with the first terms rent due before
arrival at the University.

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Undergraduate
accommodation

Victoria Hall
NE2 1XH

Managed Partnership
accommodation
Length of contract: 42 weeks

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Undergraduate

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accommodation

Windsor Terrace

Victoria Hall is in
a brilliant position
in Newcastle easy and safe
to walk to and back from.

NE2 4HE

University-owned
accommodation

George, Victoria Hall

Length of contract: 38 weeks

Victoria Hall is a purpose-built,


modern complex within an
eight-minute walk of the
University campus and
city centre.

Windsor Terrace is on campus,


next to the University Library
(which includes a catering
outlet), and only a short walk
from the city centre.

It offers en suite rooms, set in


flats of three or four bedrooms
with communal lounge/kitchens.
The deluxe rooms offer a slightly
larger room and four-foot bed.

It features a mixture of en suite


rooms and washbasin rooms,
with two showers and toilets
per flat. All the flats have six
bedrooms with communal
lounge/kitchen areas.

174 en suite rooms


65 deluxe en suite rooms
Facilities include: TV (licence
not included); free Internet
connection in bedrooms; bicycle
storage; CCTV/entryphone.
Note: payment of the first terms
rent is required at the time of the
offer being accepted and EU and
international students are required
to pay the full rent upon acceptance,
but will receive a three per cent
discount.

The kitchen and


living area are the
perfect size for socialising
and cooking with flatmates,
and the area at the front
of Windsor Terrace is great
in the summer.
Jesi, Windsor Terrace

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190 washbasin rooms


48 en suite rooms
Facilities include: TV (licence
included); free Wi-Fi; bicycle
storage; parking (at an
additional cost).

Windsor Terrace is
very clean and well
laid out. Perfectly located for
the University and the city.
Ben, Windsor Terrace

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Newcastle University

Undergraduate
and postgraduate

accommodation

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Harry, St Marys College

NE3 1RR

University-owned accommodation
Length of contract: 38 or 50 weeks
Bowsden Court offers a range of attractive
affordable accommodation set in four-storey
blocks. The residence is in South Gosforth (two
miles from the campus), with excellent links
via the Metro transport system. There are
numerous local shops, pubs and food outlets
as well as a large supermarket close by.
The accommodation provides en suite rooms for
undergraduates set in five- or six-bedroom flats
with communal lounge/kitchen areas, which
come complete with flat-screen TV and licence.
For postgraduates, there are large standard rooms
in two-bedroom flats with communal lounge,
kitchen and bathroom.
For students with dependent children, there are
two- and three-bedroom self-contained flats.
136 en suite rooms for undergraduates
22 large standard rooms for postgraduates
43 self-contained flats for families
Facilities include: free Wi-Fi; bicycle storage;
CCTV/entryphone; free parking.

Leazes Parade
NE2 4LB

University-owned accommodation
Length of contract: 38 or 50 weeks
Leazes Parade is a seven-minute walk to the
campus and city centre and is next to Castle
Leazes, so benefits from the on-site facilities
including bar, coffee shop, vending machines,
convenience store, TV room and computer cluster.
Rooms are in a selection of two- to six-bedroom
flats, with communal lounge/kitchen areas and
bathrooms. The larger flats incorporate two
shower rooms and toilets.
236 washbasin rooms
Facilities include: free Wi-Fi; bicycle storage;
CCTV/entryphone; parking (at an additional cost).

I love the flat and the people in it,


and reception and maintenance
have been great with any questions/queries
we have had.
Bethany, Leazes Parade

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My room is spacious
and the grand hall is
great for meeting people and
having fun. The price for me
was the main selling point
because you get a lot for little.
Easy access to the local shops
and good for exercising if you
like a walk.

Bowsden Court

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St Marys College
NE4 9YH

University-owned
accommodation
Length of contract:
38 or 50 weeks
St Marys College is located
approximately two miles from
the campus, served by good
bus links to the city centre and
a free courtesy bus, which runs
to the campus each morning
and returns early evening.
Rooms are arranged in flats
offering three to six bedrooms.
All flats have communal
lounge/kitchen areas and
many have two shower rooms
and toilets. Some kitchens/
lounges have been refurbished.
A large communal hall offers a
great space to get together and
has snooker and pool tables,
table tennis, large-screen TV
and vending machines.
366 washbasin rooms
Facilities include: free Wi-Fi;
bicycle storage; CCTV/
entryphone; free parking.

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Postgraduate

accommodation

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accommodation

Easton Flats

Grand Hotel

Henderson Hall

Jesmond Road

University-owned accommodation

University-owned accommodation

University-owned accommodation

University-owned accommodation

Length of contract: 50 weeks

Length of contract: 50 weeks

Length of contract: 50 weeks

Length of contract: 50 weeks

Easton Flats is a 10-minute walk to the University


campus/city centre and close to a Metro station,
which provides transport links to nearby
attractions.

On campus, the Grand Hotel is spread across


three floors above Blackwells bookshop and
is ideally located for all that the city centre has
to offer.

The residence offers bedrooms across 22 flats,


with communal lounge/kitchens and bathrooms.
Larger flats incorporate two shower rooms
and toilets.

The accommodation provides en suite rooms,


sharing two central kitchen/lounges and with
a separate TV lounge on each floor.

Henderson Hall is a more traditional residence


next to the Universitys off-campus sports ground
and tennis courts, with a large supermarket nearby.
The accommodation is just three miles from
campus with good transport links.

A converted Victorian terrace, Jesmond Road is


on campus next to the main University Library,
which incorporates a University catering outlet
offering sandwiches, snacks and hot and cold
drinks. The residence is only a two-minute walk
to the city centre.

106 standard rooms

10 deluxe en suite rooms

NE2 4DY

4 double/twin rooms for couples


Facilities include: free Internet connection
in bedrooms; parking (at an additional cost).

I love the location of Easton Flats...


close to the Metro and also not far
from a park for exercise and relaxation.
Sunday, Easton Flats

NE1 7RE

56 en suite rooms

Facilities include: TV (licence included);


free Wi-Fi; CCTV/entryphone.

NE7 7UY

Washbasin rooms have shared bathroom


facilities and all rooms have communal kitchens
in a small cluster off the staircase.
6 washbasin rooms
71 en suite rooms
Facilities include: free Internet connection
in bedrooms; bicycle storage; free parking.

Henderson Hall has big rooms, and


is very close to a supermarket and
a gym and surrounded by sports grounds.
Daniel, Henderson Hall

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NE2 4EU

Rooms are divided into eight flats of varying size.


All flats have a communal lounge/kitchen area
and bathroom.
26 washbasin rooms
47 standard rooms
8 large standard rooms
Facilities include: free Wi-Fi; parking (at an
additional cost).

Everything on arrival was marvellous


and I like my accommodation.
Yajie, Jesmond Road

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Postgraduate

accommodation

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Postgraduate

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accommodation

Kensington
Terrace
NE2 4BF

University-owned
accommodation
Length of contract: 50 weeks
New in September 2014,
Kensington Terrace is a
converted terrace of nine
houses over four floors,
refurbished to a high standard.
The accommodation comprises
en suite bedrooms and
self-contained studios, all
of which have larger four-foot
beds. Deluxe and superior room
options offer more spacious
bedrooms for those looking for
a little extra space and comfort.

Leazes Terrace

Magnet Court

University-owned accommodation

Managed Partnership accommodation

Length of contract: 50 weeks

Length of contract: 42 or 50 weeks


Magnet Court is a five-minute walk from the
University campus, Newcastle University Business
School and the city centre.

9 superior rooms

Leazes Terrace is a four-minute walk to the


main campus and close to Newcastle University
Business School and the city centre.
The accommodation offers a range of room
types suitable for single students and couples.
Deluxe en suite rooms are more spacious and
have larger four-foot beds. Rooms centre on
a corridor with approximately seven to 12 bedrooms
per communal kitchen area and students have
access to shared lounges equipped with TVs,
DVD players and a computer cluster.
For couples, double en suite rooms have shared
kitchen/dining areas and double studios include
a private bathroom and kitchen.

15 studios

35 washbasin rooms

Offering a prime location


in the heart of campus, each
of the nine houses has its own
fully equipped contemporary
communal kitchen/lounge area.
36 en suite rooms
44 deluxe rooms

Facilities include: TV (licence


included); free Wi-Fi; bicycle
storage; CCTV/entryphone.

NE1 4LY

The room is well


equipped with nearly
everything I need for both
study and life. It is far beyond
my expectations of a
student house.
Yizhi, Kensington Terrace

209 en suite rooms


46 deluxe en suite rooms
9 double en suite rooms for couples
13 double studios for couples
Facilities include: free Internet connection
in bedrooms; bicycle storage; parking (at an
additional cost).

NE1 4SP

En suite single rooms are set in flats of three or


four bedrooms with communal lounge/kitchens.
There are also a small number of self-contained
studios suitable for couples.
70 en suite rooms
20 studios for couples
Facilities include: free Internet connection
in bedrooms.
Note: the first rent instalment is due at the time of the
offer being accepted.

Magnet Court is close to almost


everywhere I need to go. Im five
minutes from the Metro, Chinatown, Eldon
Square, The Gate and Grainger Market.
Newcastle Central Station is only a
10-minute walk.
Joy, Magnet Court

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Accommodation guarantee

Viewing our accommodation

During your first year of study you are guaranteed a place in


University-owned or Managed Partnership accommodation,
if you meet all of the conditions attached to the guarantee.

We offer several opportunities to view our accommodation...

Guaranteed students

You must be:


a first-year undergraduate student (UK, EU or international) coming
alone to the University for the full academic year, who has firmly
accepted our offer of a place to study at Newcastle by 30 June, or
an international fee-paying postgraduate student coming alone to
the University, who has firmly accepted our offer of a place to study
at Newcastle and met all the conditions of the offer by 30 June.
You will also be required to pay a 500 application fee, refundable
against your summer terms rent, or
a study abroad/exchange/Erasmus student coming alone to the
University for the full academic year, who has firmly accepted our
offer of a place to study at Newcastle and met all the conditions
of the offer
If you dont fall under one of the categories above, please visit
www.ncl.ac.uk/accommodation/students/guarantee
for further information.

Deadlines

To be eligible for the guarantee you must submit the online


Accommodation Application by 30 June 2015 but the guarantee may
involve some temporary sharing at the start of the academic year.

Managed Partnership accommodation

If you are offered Managed Partnership accommodation, the


Accommodation Service will manage your application and allocation
but your contract will be with the private provider who owns the scheme.

Terms of contract

Arrival dates for UK undergraduate students are 2627 September


2015. The arrival date for EU and international undergraduate and
postgraduate students is 22 September 2015 to enable you to attend
the Universitys Welcome Programme.
Part-year students are given a minimum period of residence that best
fits the duration of your stay.
For full terms of contract, please visit
www.ncl.ac.uk/accommodation/students/apply/contract

UK, EU or international undergraduate students

Attend an Open Day and visit selected residences. For dates and
information about how to book a place, see www.ncl.ac.uk/openday
Once you have applied, you may be invited to a post-application Visit Day
(organised by the academic school you have applied to). You can:
take an Accommodation Tour
Visit www.ncl.ac.uk/accommodation/tours for more information
attend an Accommodation Talk
Visit www.ncl.ac.uk/accommodation/tours/talks for more information
Take a virtual tour of our accommodation at
www.ncl.ac.uk/accommodation/about/virtualtours

International postgraduate students

Take a virtual tour of our accommodation at


www.ncl.ac.uk/accommodation/about/virtualtours

Useful contacts
Accommodation Service

Telephone: + 44 (0) 191 208 3333


www.ncl.ac.uk/accommodation

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www.ncl.ac.uk/accommodation

Take a virtual tour at www.ncl.ac.uk/accommodation/about/virtualtours

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Private sector

accommodation

NUstudenthomes, the private sector arm of the


Accommodation Service, is here to assist new students
who are not guaranteed, or do not require, University
accommodation. We also help returning students who
move out of University accommodation after their
first year of study.

Finding accommodation
We provide:
information on all available properties at
www.ncl.ac.uk/accommodation/private/search
advice on letting property in the private sector

UK and EU postgraduate students


NUstudenthomes provides a specialist service whereby we can allocate
you accommodation exclusively with other UK and EU postgraduate
students, in selected properties managed by the University. We offer
a range of competitively priced two- to six-bedroom properties in
popular student areas of the city, as well as Albion House and Barker
House, which provide en suite accommodation (see opposite).
The benefits of our managed properties include:
peace of mind that the University is acting as your landlord
no additional administration fees
water rates (other than water-metered properties) and personal
possessions insurance included in the rent
flexible rent payments
quick and effective repairs service
To apply, visit our website at accommodation.ncl.ac.uk/apply

Albion House

Barker House

NUstudenthomes

NUstudenthomes

Length of contract: 51 weeks

Length of contract: 51 weeks

Albion House is a four-minute walk to the main


campus and even closer to Newcastle University
Business School and city centre.

This contemporary accommodation is only a


10-minute walk from the campus and city centre.

NE1 4NF

It provides en suite rooms in six-bedroom flats,


all with communal lounge/kitchens, washer
dryers and larger four-foot beds. There are also
studios, suitable for single occupancy.
48 en suite rooms
8 studios
Facilities include: TV (licence not included);
free Wi-Fi; bicycle storage; washer dryer in
each flat.

NE2 1XR

Barker House features en suite rooms in


26 five-bedroom flats, one four-bedroom and
one three-bedroom flat, all with communal
lounge/kitchens, washer dryers and larger
four-foot beds. Built to the latest energy-efficient
standards, this accommodation also has a
secure biometric door entry system.
137 en suite rooms
Facilities include: TV (licence not included);
free Wi-Fi; bicycle storage; CCTV/entryphone;
washer dryer in each flat.

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Postgraduate accommodation

Accommodation fees

Room type
Standard

Our accommodation fees include heating, lighting, and water rates,*


and we provide free personal possessions insurance and Internet
connection. All fees are normally payable by direct debit unless you
are paying fees for the whole academic year in full at the start of the
contract, when a discount of two per cent may apply.** Full guidelines
on payment options will be detailed in your contract.

Large standard
Washbasin

Please note: this information should be used as a guide only.

Undergraduate accommodation

Large washbasin
En suite

Catered accommodation
Room type

Residence(s)

Weekly rent

Total rent

Length of contract

Washbasin

Castle Leazes

131.74

4,762.10

38 weeks

En suite

Castle Leazes

155.96

5,682.46

38 weeks

Self-catered accommodation
Room type
Standard

Residence(s)
Richardson Road

Washbasin

St Marys College

En suite

Deluxe en suite

Premium en suite

Weekly rent
87.64

Total rent
3,330.32

Length of contract
38 weeks

81.27

3,088.26

38 weeks

Castle Leazes

96.88

3,681.44

38 weeks

Leazes Parade

96.88

3,681.44

38 weeks

Marris House

96.88

3,681.44

38 weeks

Windsor Terrace

96.88

3,681.44

38 weeks

Bowsden Court

106.89

4,061.82

38 weeks

Castle Leazes

121.10

4,601.80

38 weeks

Park Terrace

121.10

4,601.80

38 weeks

Windsor Terrace

121.10

4,601.80

38 weeks

Victoria Hall

119.00

4,998.00

42 weeks

Turner Court

120.95

5,079.90

42 weeks

Liberty Plaza

124.85

5,368.55

43 weeks

The View

128.13

5,509.59

43 weeks

Castle Leazes

135.80

5,160.40

38 weeks

Park Terrace

135.80

5,160.40

38 weeks

Victoria Hall

126.00

5,292.00

42 weeks

The View

138.38

5,950.34

43 weeks

Turner Court

138.38

5,811.96

42 weeks

Liberty Plaza

143.00

6,149.00

43 weeks

* Up to a set amount in Managed Partnership schemes. Rents in family accommodation exclude fuel and water charges.
** University-owned accommodation only. Check individual Managed Partnership accommodation for discount details.

Large en suite
Deluxe en suite

Superior en suite
Single studio

Residence(s)
Easton Flats
Jesmond Road
Bowsden Court
Jesmond Road
St Marys College
Jesmond Road
Leazes Parade
Leazes Terrace
Leazes Terrace
Henderson Hall
Grand Hotel
Kensington Terrace
Leazes Terrace
Magnet Court
Magnet Court
Leazes Terrace
Grand Hotel
Kensington Terrace
Leazes Terrace
Kensington Terrace
Kensington Terrace

Weekly rent
87.64
87.64
87.64
93.45
81.27
96.88
96.88
96.88
104.93
102.48
121.10
121.10
121.10
122.54
122.54
129.15
135.80
135.80
135.80
142.80
149.94

Total rent Length of contract


4,382.00
50 weeks
4,382.00
50 weeks
4,382.00
50 weeks
4,672.50
50 weeks
4,063.50
50 weeks
4,844.00
50 weeks
4,844.00
50 weeks
4,844.00
50 weeks
5,246.50
50 weeks
5,124.00
50 weeks
6,055.00
50 weeks
6,055.00
50 weeks
6,055.00
50 weeks
5,146.68
42 weeks
6,127.00
50 weeks
6,457.50
50 weeks
6,790.00
50 weeks
6,790.00
50 weeks
6,790.00
50 weeks
7,140.00
50 weeks
7,497.00
50 weeks

Weekly rent
105.21

Total rent
5,260.50

Length of contract
50 weeks

145.32
156.38
150.38
150.38
159.11
159.11

7,266.00
7,819.00
6,315.96
7,519.00
6,159.83
7,955.50

50 weeks
50 weeks
42 weeks
50 weeks
38 weeks
50 weeks

Weekly rent
133.56
144.62

Total rent
5,170.68
5,598.86

Length of contract
38 weeks
38 weeks

Weekly rent
121.10
149.94
116.41

Total rent
6,193.40
7,668.36
5,953.54

Length of contract
51 weeks
51 weeks
51 weeks

Couple accommodation
Room type
Standard double

Residence(s)
Easton Flats

En suite double
Studio

Leazes Terrace
Leazes Terrace
Magnet Court
Magnet Court
Richardson Road
Richardson Road

One-bedroom flat

Family accommodation
Room type
Two-bedroom flat
Three-bedroom flat

Residence(s)
Bowsden Court
Bowsden Court

NUstudenthomes accommodation
Room type
En suite
Studio
En suite

Residence(s)
Albion House
Albion House
Barker House

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How to apply
Complete your application as soon
as you have received a conditional
or unconditional offer to study at
the University at www.ncl.ac.uk/
accommodation/apply
Register online
Create your personal login using your UCAS
or postgraduate application number
Do not use a school e-mail address when
creating your log-in. Offers are sent over the
summer when its likely you will no longer
have access to this account
Add us to your e-mail safe-senders
You must complete your online application
by 30 June to be covered by the guarantee
(see page 22)

Your preferences
You can choose up to 10 named residences
choosing the maximum number of residences
will improve your chances of being offered
one of your preferences
Remember that small residences will fill quickly,
so look at the number of rooms offered at
each accommodation
If you need a specific room allocation due
to a disability or medical condition, including
any hidden disabilities, include this in your
application. You may not be offered the correct
type of accommodation if you havent advised
us of any requirements and we wont have an
alternative to offer at a later date

www.ncl.ac.uk/accommodation

Application submitted
What happens next depends on the status
of your offer to study.
Unconditional firm: some students will receive
offers at the beginning of May. If you have not
heard at this time, you should expect to receive
an offer in mid-August onwards
Conditional firm: we cannot process your
application until you receive your unconditional
offer. If this is dependent on exam results, you
will receive an offer within two weeks of
receiving your results
Non-guaranteed: applications received after
30 June or via Insurance or during Clearing/
Adjustment will be processed from 1 September
2015 onwards

Offer of accommodation
If you are allocated University-owned
accommodation you will receive an e-mail
asking you to log back onto the website to
review the offer made to you online
If you are allocated Managed Partnership
accommodation you will be sent an e-mail
directing you to the companys online system,
so you can register and view/accept the offer
made to you or you will receive an e-mail
with several attachments to print and return
(with a pre-payment if required) by the
relevant deadline

Accept the offer by the expiry date


Failure to accept will result in the offer being
withdrawn and the room given to another
student. Consider carefully before rejecting
an offer of accommodation, as you will not
receive another. The offer is a legally binding
agreement.

Welcome to Newcastle!
Arrive at your accommodation for registration
in September 2015.

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Sport@Ncl
Simple, great value sports membership
Gold Sports Membership
125-station health and fitness suite
Free exercise classes plus all the Silver
level benefits

Silver Sports Membership


Train and play with Team Newcastle
sports clubs
Nine-sport Intra Mural Programme
Casual booking of sports facilities
Exercise classes (2 per class)
A three-year Silver level sports membership is offered
at an additional cost to undergraduate students as
part of the accommodation contract. See our website
for more details.

www.ncl.ac.uk/sport

EAT@NEWCASTLE
Newcastle Universitys in-house
catering operation
Eat@NEWCASTLE is committed to providing
value for money, fresh food and healthy choices.
From large, bustling cafeterias to quick grab-and-go
outlets, coffee shops to catered residences, we have
12 campus outlets that offer students discounts and
a variety of dining experiences. International cuisine,
freshly made deli sandwiches, light bites and hot and
hearty meals, are all on campus to keep your body,
as well as your mind, in shape.

www.ncl.ac.uk/catering

Details are correct at the time of going to


press in February 2015. This brochure is for
information and guidance purposes only.
Photography credits: Chris Bishop;
John Donoghue; Matt Horne; Garrod Kirkwood;
Graeme Peacock; Idene Roozbayani;
Simon Veit-Wilson.
Designed by Aspire Design.
Printed by Statex Colour Print.
Newcastle University, 2015.
The University of Newcastle upon Tyne trading
as Newcastle University.

Newcastle University is registered to


The Student Accommodation Code, which
protects your rights to safe, good-quality
accommodation. For more information see
www.thesac.org.uk

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