What It’s Really Like Living in Student Accommodation
Moving into student accommodation is a major milestone not just in your life but also in your university journey. Forget glossy websites and instagram pages, we have pulled together an honest, down-to-earth look at life in the student en suites and studios across Exeter, Lincoln, Leicester and Newcastle.
What It’s Really Like Living in Student Accommodation in Exeter
- You’re Never Really Alone
At Verney Street Studios, you’ll enjoy light and airy private studios with en-suites and all-inclusive bills, but you’re never cut off. Communal areas like the games room and outdoor courtyard make it easy to meet people and share a laugh (which is vital on particularly stressful days). If you’re a second or third year, this is perfect if you want your own space to study, and dip in and out of social activities: independent yet connected. - Learning to Cook (and Not Burn the Kitchen Down)
Living in student accommodation in Exeter means it’s time to face the kitchen. Whether you’re tackling your first stir fry or trying to figure out how to use the oven, you quickly pick up cooking skills. There’s a sense of pride when you finally get it right and takeaway is always nearby when you don’t. - Your Room: Your Own Space in the Chaos
Your studio at Verney Street comes fully furnished with its own kitchen and bathroom. It’s your personal space, just decorate with pot plants or photos to make it feel like home. - Location, Location: Living in Exeter
Verney Street is just 18 minutes’ walk from Exeter uni and a short stroll from shops, cafés, and nightlife. Want food fast? There’s a supermarket 6 minutes away, you can pop in when heading home from campus or the train station.
What It’s Really Like Living in Student Accommodation in Lincoln
- You’re Never Really Alone
College Mews offers private studios but with a real sense of community. You’re never more than a few floors away from someone to chat with or arrange a walk and a catch-up. - Discovering Your New Favourite Places
Living in Lincoln gives you the chance to explore more than just the campus. Spend your afternoons walking by the Brayford Waterfront, relax in the Arboretum in the summer sun, or grab pizza with your coursemates at Dough LoCo. There’s loads to enjoy beyond lectures. - Your Room: Your Own Space in the Chaos
Your studio comes fully furnished and functional, ready to move in with minimal effort. Add some personal touches and your space becomes a retreat from lectures and group projects. - The Shared Bits (Kitchen, Bathroom, Laundry)
You’ve got your own kitchen and bathroom, the only shared space is laundry. Expect to visit the laundry room regularly and learn the fine art of laundry timing (the later at night, the better). - Location, Location: Living in Lincoln
Just a 7-minute walk from the University of Lincoln and a couple of minutes from the city centre, College Mews gives you easy access to student life, local coffee shops, and a peaceful outdoor space.
What It’s Really Like Living in Student Accommodation in Leicester
- You’re Never Really Alone
The Button Factory, Hops House, and The Oval all offer shared flats and excellent communal areas. Study rooms, lounges, and games areas help you meet people fast. - Getting to Know the City (and the Bus Routes)
From your student housing in Leicester, you’ll soon figure out which buses get you where. The city centre is packed with spots for cheap eats, indie shops, and green spaces like Victoria Park. Knowing your way around helps you feel at home quicker. - Your Room: Your Own Space in the Chaos
Expect ensuite rooms or studios with enough space to relax and personalise. They’re designed to feel like your own place, unplugged from lectures and plugged into your downtime. - The Shared Bits (Kitchen, Bathroom, Laundry)
Shared kitchens become social hubs, whether you’re cooking or just chatting over coffee. If you love to be with friends, why not cook communal meals or organise special dinner with groups of friends? - Location, Location: Living in Leicester
Hops House is near Clarendon Books, The Button Factory is a short walk from Maynard & Bradley, and The Oval offers gated parking which is perfect if you’re commuting to a placement. Shops, cafés, green spaces, it’s all within easy reach.
What It’s Really Like Living in Student Accommodation in Newcastle
- You’re Never Really Alone
At Step House, shared spaces and friendly communal areas make meeting people effortless. Late-night chats and group study sessions are part of the daily routine. - Getting Through Coursework (With Coffee and Chill Time)
Newcastle’s student lifestyle means balancing lectures and coursework with café stops, library visits, and evenings spent on the Quayside. Finding your study rhythm is a big part of settling in, and you learn fast when to work and when to switch off. - Your Room: Your Own Space in the Chaos
Private rooms are your retreat, a place to wind down after a busy day. Whether you study or watch TV, this is your space to relax. - Location, Location: Living in Newcastle
Step House sits between Newcastle and Northumbria universities and is close to shops, cafés, an infamous nightlife, and all important transport links. You’re well-connected whether you’re heading out or heading in.
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