student accommodation

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Introduction Accommodation Guarantee 2 4

The benefits of University Halls of Residence 7 Types of accommodation Other information How much does it cost? City campus Victoria Park campus Fallowfield campus Visiting Halls of Residence Accommodation after your first year Before you apply The application process What happens next Quick guide to Halls Map 8 12 13 14 16 18 20 21 22 23 25 26 28

Introduction
Your experience as a student isnt only determined by the quality of your course and its teachers, where you live is important to making the most of University too, and with more than 9,000 rooms in 33 halls of residence, The University of Manchester offers a distinct advantage. Each hall is unique in both character and design, and with such a variety of options it is difficult to convey fully their range and atmosphere, but we hope that this brochure will provide you with enough information to begin to consider the type of accommodation you require. All halls of residence are listed and the Quick Guide to Halls and the Map at the back of the brochure offer a brief overview of hall type, price and location. For in-depth information on individual halls you should consult the relevant hall webpage on the Accommodation Office website: www.accommodation.manchester.ac.uk You will also find other important information about accommodation, in particular the accommodation guarantee and the application process. Weve tried to make the booklet as comprehensive as possible but appreciate that there may be information you require that cannot be found here; if this is the case then please make enquiries at the Accommodation Office at the address on the right. The Accommodation Office and the Halls of Residence of The University of Manchester are committed to ensuring that their services and facilities enhance the student experience. Whatever your accommodation requirements you can be assured of our support and attention at all times; all you need to do is decide what those requirements are. The Accommodation Office The University of Manchester University Place Oxford Road Manchester M13 9PL tel +44 (0) 161 275 2888 fax +44 (0) 161 275 3213 email [email protected] www.accommodation.manchester.ac.uk

Accommodation Guarantee
The University of Manchester offers the following guarantees to its students:Undergraduates Residence in University accommodation guaranteed to: All UK/EU undergraduates in the first year of study, provided they - are coming to University alone; - are studying for their first degree; - have submitted an application for accommodation by 31 August of the year of entry; - have met the conditions of their offer by 31 August. All overseas (ie non-EU) undergraduate students for the full duration of their studies, provided they - are coming to University alone; - pay the overseas rate of tuition fees; - have met the conditions of their offer; - have submitted an application for accommodation by 31 August of the year of entry; - reapply for accommodation in subsequent years for the full academic session; - reapply for accommodation in subsequent years by the advertised due deadline (usually February). Visiting and exchange students who - are coming to University alone; - are studying for the full academic session (ie. September to June); - have submitted an application for accommodation by 31 July. Postgraduates Residence in University accommodation guaranteed to: All overseas (ie non-EU) postgraduate students for the full duration of their studies, provided they - are coming to University alone; - have firmly accepted a place at the University by 31 August of the year of entry; - have submitted an application for accommodation by 31 August of the year of entry; - reapply for accommodation in subsequent years by the advertised due deadline (usually February). Visiting and exchange students who - are coming to University alone; - are studying for the full academic session (ie. September to June or September to September); - have submitted an application for accommodation by 31 July.

Non-guaranteed accommodation If your application falls outside the conditions of the guarantee you are still welcome to apply for University accommodation. In practice the Accommodation Office is able to make provision for many undergraduates not meeting the 31 August deadline, as well as a good proportion of postgraduate students. It will advise you of any hall vacancies and if no room is immediately available it may be able to offer temporary accommodation until suitable permanent accommodation can be found. Family and partner accommodation The University has only a limited number of rooms available to students with partners and families. As a consequence they are in high demand and cannot be guaranteed to those requesting them but wherever possible the Accommodation Office will endeavour to fulfil the requirements of accompanied students. With the assistance of the Universitys only approved housing bureau, Manchester Student Homes, many students with partners and families find flats and houses to rent in the private sector (see page 21 for further details).

The benefits of University Halls of Residence

Beside a wide selection of halls 33 there are other advantages to University accommodation: Unique to university-owned halls are its teams of wardens, hall tutors and advisors. On-call in each residence, they provide welfare support and guidance whenever required. Clarity of cost: hall fees include contents insurance and all utility bills. Most fees also include Ethernet connection but where this is not the case details will be shown on the relevant hall webpage. A high level of security: the majority of halls have swipe card access systems and each campus has a comprehensive CCTV network and 24-hour security. The variety of hall options: you have a choice of catered or self-catered, single or mixed sex halls and flats, and ensuite, standard or standard with wash-handbasin rooms; family accommodation is also available. An extensive range of facilities across the halls: computer clusters on site, sports facilities, music rooms, launderettes, libraries, cheap on-site bars and Junior Common Rooms or Residents Associations organising sports and social events throughout the year. Provision for special requirements: many halls have adapted rooms and facilities for students with disabilities; catered halls can offer special diets; assistance for other medical conditions is also available. (Further information is obtainable from the Accommodation Offices Disability Co-ordinator). The student experience: life in halls offers the opportunity to encounter people from diverse social and cultural backgrounds, to develop social skills and widen intellectual horizons; more particularly, it facilitates learning outside the academic environment. As your landlord, the University takes its responsibilities seriously, endeavouring to provide at all times a comfortable living environment conducive to both study and relaxation.

Types of accommodation
With 33 halls of residence, The University of Manchester offers students more accommodation options than virtually any other higher education institution in the UK. Each hall has its own character and you can discover more about them by consulting the individual hall webpages on the Accommodation Office website, but here are some of the types available:Undergraduate/Postgraduate Separate halls are available for undergraduates and postgraduates, but the University also has halls comprising a mix of both. In these, graduate students are roomed together. A list of the Universitys undergraduate and postgraduate halls can be found in the Quick Guide to Halls on Page 26. Catered halls In catered halls, meals are provided and their cost is included in the residence fee, which makes budgeting easier. Varied and extensive menus are offered, vegetarian options are always available, and provision can be made for those with special dietary requirements. Dining arrangements vary according to hall; some have cafeteria-type facilities, others regard meal times as occasions to gather socially. The latter are the collegiate halls; tending to be smaller in size, their stable, familial atmosphere can prove a rewarding experience, and their extensive range of extra-mural activities encourage leadership, foster social responsibility and develop teamwork. Catered halls: Allen Hall Ashburne Hall Dalton-Ellis Hall Hulme Hall Owens Park St Anselm Hall St Gabriels Hall Woolton Hall

Full details of each hall can be found on the relevant hall webpage accessed via the link on the Accommodation Office website www.accommodation.manchester.ac.uk/ ouraccommodation Self-catered halls Self-catered halls offer flexibility and independence: you determine the food budget, prepare the meals and decide when and what to eat. Typically, those in self-catered halls are grouped in shared flats or corridors. Communal lounges and kitchens are provided, each of which has ample cupboard space, cookers, microwaves, refrigerators and freezers, but students are required to bring their own cutlery and crockery. Bowden Court Burkhardt House* Canterbury Court Chandos Hall Firs Villa George Kenyon Hall Grosvenor Place Grosvenor Street Building Ladybarn House Lambert and Fairfield Halls Oak House Opal Hall Opal Gardens Pankhurst Court* Richmond Park Ronson Hall Sheavyn House* Vaughan House Victoria Hall Weston Hall Whitworth Park Wright Robinson Hall

*catered packages also available

Self-catered halls: Full details of each hall can be found on the relevant hall webpage accessed via the link on the Accommodation Office website www.accommodation.manchester.ac.uk/ ouraccommodation Another catering option: If you choose self-catered accommodation but you would like to have meals prepared for you occasionally, or if you prefer not to carry cash or credit cards about with you, you can always take advantage of the Universitys FoodOnCampus FAD Vouchers. Food in Advance (or FAD) vouchers can be purchased on arrival in halls and can be exchanged for meals and snacks throughout the day at all FoodOnCampus outlets around the University; they are also accepted in many of the catered halls, even if you are not a resident there. For more information, see the FoodOnCampus website: www.foodoncampus.manchester.ac.uk/ promotionsandnews/fad/ Facilities: study bedrooms Study bedrooms are single occupancy and comprise bed, desk, chair, wardrobe and shelving; all have internet access. You may bring your own television but you are required to obtain your own television licence. Free access is available via your PC or laptop to a selection of UK digital and terrestrial TV channels using IPTV and for a small additional fee you can subscribe to other channels (sport, movies, etc.); access to an electronic programme guide and personal video recorder is also available. Please be aware that viewing TV via PC or laptop also requires a television licence.

Ensuite facilities In addition to the standard fixtures and fittings (bed, desk, chair, etc.), ensuite study bedrooms include an adjoining pod comprising a shower cubicle, wash-hand basin and toilet. Fees for ensuite facilities are higher than those for standard and standard wash-hand basin rooms. For typical ensuite room plan see below.

Typical room plans*:

Study Bedroom with en-suite

*NB: Due to the diversity of halls, please note that these are indicative floor plans only.

Standard wash-hand basin facilities In addition to the standard fixtures and fittings (bed, desk, chair, etc.) a standard wash-hand basin room includes its own wash-hand basin. Other facilities (shower, toilet, etc.) are shared with fellow residents. The ratio of facilities to residents is approximately 1:4 dependent upon the relevant hall (for further details consult relevant hall webpage). Fees for a standard wash-hand basin room are less than those for ensuite facilities but more than those with standard facilities. For a typical standard wash-hand basin room plan see below.

Standard facilities Standard rooms comprise standard fixtures and fittings (bed, desk, chair, etc.) with other facilities (shower, wash-basins, toilet, etc.) shared with fellow residents. The ratio of facilities to residents is approximately 1:4 dependent upon the relevant hall (for further details consult relevant hall webpage). Fees for a standard room are less than those for ensuite or standard wash-hand basin rooms. For a typical standard room plan see below.

Typical room plans*:

Study Bedroom with washbasin

*NB: Due to the diversity of halls, please note that these are indicative floor plans only.

Study Bedroom

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Gender mix The overwhelming majority of the Universitys residences are mixed sex, but two halls are single sex: St Gabriels Hall (female) St Anselm Hall (male) Ashburne Hall has separate female undergraduate areas and also mixed sex areas for both undergraduates and postgraduates Additionally, some mixed sex halls offer single-sex flats or corridors.

Family accommodation The University can offer a variety of accommodation specifically for students with families and partners. These include double rooms, one-, two- and a few three-bedroom selfcontained flats. Unfortunately demand exceeds supply so this type of accommodation cannot be guaranteed. Houses and flats are available however through the Universitys Leased Housing Scheme, which is administered by Manchester Student Homes. Through MSH many families and students with partners also find flats or houses in the private rented sector (see page 21 for further details). To avoid possible inconvenience, you are strongly advised to come to Manchester without your partner and/or family initially and send for them later once you have found suitable accommodation. You should also be aware that finding family accommodation for any period less than a full year is extremely difficult. The Universitys Family and Partner accommodation comprises the following: Brian Redhead Court Horniman House Ladybarn House Linton House These residences are normally let for a 52-week period (from September to September) and full details of fees and facilities can be found on the Accommodation Office website www.accommodation.manchester.ac.uk/ ouraccommodation/types/family. You should note that family/partner residence fees may not include utility bills (electric, water, telephones, etc.); relevant webpages provide further information.

Shared Lounge / Kitchen

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Other information
The accommodation contract When you accept the offer of a room, you are required to sign a legally binding agreement the accommodation contract in which you agree to live in the hall of residence for the full academic session. All residents of University-owned or leased accommodation are also expected to observe the Terms and Conditions of Residence of their assigned hall. Before signing an agreement for residency, therefore, you are advised to read and consider fully the relevant terms and conditions. If you feel you cannot accept or abide by these, you may wish to apply for alternative accommodation or elect to make your own private arrangements. Let length The majority of undergraduate accommodation contracts are for 40-weeks, which includes the Christmas and Easter vacation periods. Fortyweek contracts enable you to leave your possessions in your room during the holidays. A number of rooms are let for 37 weeks only, which excludes the Easter vacation. Should your agreement not cover the holiday period, you may have to vacate your room, though in many cases you may apply to stay for an additional charge. If you are required to remove your possessions over the Easter period you are advised to access local private storage facilities as halls themselves have little spare space available. Details of storage companies can be provided by hall administration offices or found on the Accommodation website. For postgraduates most accommodation is for 51-52 weeks (the full calendar year), although for those who require them a number of rooms in certain halls are available for 40-weeks (details can be found on the relevant hall webpages). Postgraduates assigned 51-52 week contracts are able to stay in their rooms throughout the year. Summer vacation residency Each year a number of halls offer rooms over the summer vacation period (June-September). Full details will be published on the Accommodation Office website in May www.accommodation. manchester.ac.uk/ouraccommodation/ accommodationduringsummervacation. Bookings and further enquiries should be made at the individual halls concerned at that time. Junior common room/residents association Most halls have an active Junior Common Room or Residents Association. All hall residents are members and the annual membership fee is included within the residence fees. Each JCR or RA comprises a committee, elected by hall residents, that organises the many hall social and sporting events. Held throughout the year, students are strongly encouraged to participate in these activities. For an insight into their range and frequency please access the relevant JCR or RA webpages via the Accommodation Office website: www.accommodation.manchester.ac.uk/halllife Students with a disability A number of halls have adapted facilities for students with disabilities. The rooms are located on each of the accommodation campuses and offer high-standard specialised accommodation across a broad range of hall type. Wherever possible, the University will adapt facilities as necessary to suit individual requirements. Provision can be made for carers and for those requiring other assistance with a medical condition (eg. installation of equipment for storage of medication; special dietary arrangements within catered halls; low/ground floor accommodation, etc.) If you have any such special accommodation requirements, please contact the Accommodation Office as soon as possible to ensure that these are fully in place prior to

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How much does it cost?

arrival. Information relating to your disability/special requirement will be treated in the strictest confidence and will only be used by the Accommodation Office and your allocated hall to enable us to room you, as far as practicable, in suitable facilities. Car parking Students are advised not to bring cars to University initially. Not all halls provide car parking facilities (there are none at all on the City Campus) and in many it is limited, so with the exception of students who are Blue Badge holders, parking is not guaranteed. If you do decide to bring a car or motorcycle you should check the hall webpage of your preferred hall(s) to see whether parking is available, if special regulations govern use and if it is subject to an additional charge. General enquiries about car parking should be directed to the individual hall; those requiring disabled parking should contact the Accommodation Office for further information and advice. Smoking policy In compliance with legislation and in the interests of health, smoking is not permitted in any parts of the Universitys halls of residence, including study bedrooms. Equality and diversity policy The Accommodation Office and all halls of residence implement the Universitys Equality and Diversity policy, which aims to ensure that no student receives less favourable treatment, directly or indirectly, on the grounds of age, race, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation or marital/parental status. Fees for University accommodation are set in the Spring prior to the commencement of session in September. Those detailed in the Quick Guide to Accommodation on Page 26 are correct at the time of going to press and relate only to the 2009-10 session. Fees for 2010-11 will be posted on the Accommodation Office website in Spring 2010. Your accommodation licence will specify the fees payable and the payment options available. The preferred method of payment is by direct debit. Fees for September to June lettings may be paid in three or seven installments; lettings for a calendar year (postgraduate only) in four or nine instalments. With the exception of some family accommodation, all fees in University owned or managed halls include utility charges (electricity, water, etc.) and insurance. In most halls Ethernet connectivity is also included in the fees but where this is not the case full details will be given on the relevant hall webpage.

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City campus
The Universitys 33 halls extend over three residential campuses, each of which is different. City campus The City campus corresponds with the Universitys academic campus so the location offers a number of benefits, not least that facilities such as the libraries and Students Union are on the doorstep. Residents on the north of the campus are only five minutes walk from the heart of the City with its shops, clubs, restaurants, bars, theatres, cinemas, art galleries, etc; while for those in the south its only a short journey there on one of the many buses that travel along the Oxford Road corridor. The pedestrian route between the two ends of the campus takes only ten minutes; there is also a bus service between both that is free to students. Plenty of bus services are available too to other residential areas such as Rusholme, Fallowfield and beyond. For those with an interest in swimming and fitness, Manchester Aquatics Centre, host to aquatic sport during the 2002 Commonwealth Games, is sited between the North and South campuses, and is adjoined by the Universitys Sugden Sports Centre with its extensive facilities. Halls of residence within the City campus are: Bowden Court Brian Redhead Court* Fairfield Hall Chandos Hall George Kenyon Hall Grosvenor Place Grosvenor Street Building Horniman House* Lambert Halls Ronson Hall Opal Hall
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Victoria Park campus

Victoria Park is situated between the City and Fallowfield residential campuses, so halls here are ideally placed for both academic and social activities. A leafy conservation area, the campus provides a pleasant and tranquil atmosphere in which to live. Only 15 minutes walk to the Universitys academic campus, there are also frequent bus services operating along Wilmslow Road and Anson Road. The city centre is equally accessible only ten minutes by bus.
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Fallowfield campus
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With its legendary social scene, Fallowfield is the acknowledged student suburb of Manchester. Its innumerable restaurants, pubs, bars, cafes and shops (including a large Sainsburys) cater specifically for students. Most halls are situated on the main bus route to the University and City Centre, and services to both are frequent; the walk to the academic campus is a relatively comfortable one, too. The Armitage Centre, one of the Universitys two sports venues, is located within campus grounds, and offers football, rugby, hockey and cricket pitches (all-weather and grass), squash and badminton courts, fitness classes (from Cheerleading to Kick Boxing!) and much more. Halls of residence within the Fallowfield campus are: Allen Hall Ashburne Hall Firs Villa Ladybarn House* Linton House* Oak House Owens Park Richmond Park Sheavyn House Woolton Hall 109 111 117 110 113 115 114 116 112 118

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Visiting Halls of Residence

Open House In March each year, the Accommodation Office hosts an Open House when each of the Universitys undergraduate halls of residence is open to prospective students and their families. An informal day, it provides an opportunity for you to visit as many or as few of the halls as you wish, get a sense of their location, view facilities and studybedrooms, and chat with current residents. A free shuttle bus service is available to transport you between the three accommodation campuses. Open House 2010 will take place on Sunday, 21 March. Further information about the event can be found on the Accommodation Office website www.accommodation.manchester.ac.uk/ ouraccommodation/visit/openhouse and full details of the day will be posted there in February. Cant make Open House? If you cant attend Open House, dont worry. Prospective students are welcome to visit any of the Universitys halls throughout the year but you are advised to make prior appointments as occasionally staff may not be available to offer assistance or halls may be closed to visitors temporarily. Contact details of each hall can be found on the Accommodation Office website and on the back cover of this brochure. High quality videos featuring current residents and illustrating various aspects of life in halls can also be found on the website, including information on social life, pastoral care, types of facilities (catered / selfcatered, ensuite / shared), locations etc.

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Accommodation after your first year

After the first year of study students are welcome to reapply for University accommodation. The University of Manchester guarantee means that all overseas undergraduate and postgraduate students will be offered a room in a hall of residence but you must have reapplied for accommodation by the advertised due date (usually the beginning of February of each year). Home (ie UK/EU) students are not guaranteed accommodation after the first year but may still reapply and a substantial proportion of them manage to secure rooms in halls. Approximately 15% of accommodation is reserved for returning students. If your reapplication is not successful or if, like many returning students, you prefer to look for accommodation with friends in the private sector, the University recommends you access Manchester Student Homes. Manchester Student Homes Manchester Student Homes (MSH) is the Universitys only officially approved housing bureau. Based in Fallowfield and accessible via their website www.manchesterstudenthomes.com, MSH serves Manchesters student community by providing information on good quality, well managed properties available in the private sector. The MSH Code of Standards is aimed at promoting good practice and raising the standards of privately rented accommodation. All MSH registered landlords have been invited to conform to the standard and details of those who have agreed to do so are listed on the website. As well as providing property information MSH housing advisors offer free general housing advice including contract checking and mediation services. University Leased Housing On behalf of the University, MSH also operates a leased housing scheme. Under the scheme, the University leases properties from private sector landlords, which are then sub-let to students, including those with families. Many students with partners and families find University Leased Housing a convenient and more appropriate alternative to halls of residence and the scheme has a number of advantages: It provides good quality, affordable housing All properties possess the necessary safety certificates There is no agency fee There is no retainer fee for summer vacation MHS can accept rent payments direct from sponsors For more information on University Leased Housing and all other MSH services, please follow the link from the Accommodation Office website or contact them at: Manchester Student Homes Unit 1-3 Ladybarn House Moseley Road Manchester M14 6ND tel 0161 275 7680 fax 0161 275 7684 email [email protected] www.manchesterstudenthomes.com

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Before you apply

Success at University may depend not only on how hard you work and study but also on your environment. Inappropriate accommodation could have an adverse impact on your efforts, so you need to think carefully about the type you require; it needs to reflect your preferred lifestyle and personality. Some of the factors you might want to consider are:Location The map at the back of this brochure gives you an idea of the location of the accommodation campuses. The City Campus is precisely that close to the heart of the city. Victoria Park is adjacent to the academic campus in a conservation area. Though further from the city centre it offers a more tranquil atmosphere in which to live. Fallowfield is fifteen minutes from the academic campus but is Manchesters acknowledged student residential area, offering a thriving social scene. Cost Remember, ensuite facilities are more expensive than standard and standard with washbasin facilities. Whether self-catered accommodation is cheaper than catered is for you to decide: you will have to purchase and prepare your own meals in one type of hall and will have them provided and paid for in another. Gender mix Do you require a single or mixed sex hall or flat? The University offers both but needs to be aware of your preference. If the gender mix is important to you, make sure you select accordingly. Hall size Would you prefer to live within a small or large community? Smaller halls of residence tend to be more familial enabling you to make friends quickly, but if your preference is for greater independence and a high level of social activity, then a larger hall may prove more suitable. Hall facilities Particular ones may be important to you, so you need to choose appropriately. For example, if you enjoy sports you may wish to be close to one of the Universitys sports halls or sports grounds. Some halls possess libraries, music rooms, gymnasia and other facilities that you may wish to access. You may require car parking: car parking is not guaranteed and there is none at all at any of the City Campus halls (Provision will always be made however for Blue Badge holders). Full details of hall facilities can be found on the relevant hall webpages within the Accommodation Office website so check the information thoroughly before finalising your options. Special requirements: Whilst the University can offer high standard specialised accommodation for students with disabilities, not all halls have adapted facilities. If you have specific disability-related requirements, you should contact the Accommodation Office before submitting your application in order to ascertain whether your preferred options have the necessary facilities. Finally It is for you to decide which halls of residence are the most suitable. The guidance and advice of parents and friends may prove invaluable in the selection of your options, but ultimately it will be you not they who will be living in a hall of residence. If you have any questions, queries or concerns about accommodation, contact the Accommodation Office who will be happy to help. Better still, visit the Open House event in March (details on page 20) and see the Universitys halls of residence for yourself. Please also visit the Accommodation Office website www.accommodation.manchester.ac.uk/halllife showing accommodation options available and interviews with resident students discussing aspects and benefits of each of the types of halls offered.

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The application process

You may submit an application for accommodation on receipt of the offer of a place of study at The University of Manchester. Applications are made online at: www.accommodation.manchester.ac.uk/ application/makinganapplication If you do not have access to the internet you should contact the Accommodation Office and an application form will be sent to you. Undergraduates and postgraduates Regardless of whether The University of Manchester is your first or insurance choice, in order to take advantage of the accommodation guarantee you must submit an application by 31 August of the year in which you plan to commence your studies. Visiting and Exchange Students If you have been offered a place at the University on an exchange programme you must submit your application by 31 July of the year in which you plan to study here. Submitting the online application Before submitting an application you must open an online account. Full instructions on how to do this are provided on the website www.accommodation.manchester.ac.uk/ application/makinganapplication. Once you have opened your account an email acknowledgement will be sent to you. Most application questions are straightforward but if you require assistance, help icons are provided throughout the online process. You should take particular note of the following, however:Addresses Most correspondence is conducted by email, so you should ensure that the email address you quote is accurate and active. The current postal address details you enter on the application should be either the place where you normally live or your parents or guardians address. Should you change either your postal or electronic addresses or your telephone numbers after you submit your application you should notify the Accommodation Office as soon as possible. The University cannot accept responsibility for delays in postal or electronic communication as a result of a students failure to notify it of amendments to detail. Application details #1 and #2 These sections relate to the type of accommodation you require and you should be aware of the following in particular: Family/partner accommodation If you require partner or family accommodation you will be contacted by the Accommodation Office subsequently to provide further information about your spouse/children. Requirement dates Accommodation is offered for the duration of the academic sessions (September June for undergraduates; September June or September September for postgraduates). For further information about accommodation let lengths see page 12. Dates of current and future academic sessions can be found at www.manchester.ac.uk/aboutus/dates Your application for accommodation is for one academic year only. For information on applications for subsequent years see page 21 of this brochure. If you are studying for less than a full academic year, you must specify the dates. You should also refer to the accommodation guarantee on page 4 of this brochure.

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 Accommodation preferences You are invited to nominate three preferred halls of residence. Please note, these are preferences only and should not be regarded as first, second and third choices. The Accommodation Office will make every effort to offer you a room in one of your preferred halls and the overwhelming majority of students successfully secure one, but the popularity of some halls, particularly those that are self-catered, en suite or near the teaching campuses, mean that many are oversubscribed. As a consequence, we cannot guarantee to offer you a room in any of your hall options. Where this is the case, an endeavour will be made to room you in a hall with similar facilities to those of your preferences (eg. self-catering, en suite, etc.). To maximise your chances of allocation to a preferred hall, you are advised to be flexible in your selection, for example, try not to confine your choice to one geographic location or hall type (eg. self-catered, en suite). For information, you should be aware that, to ensure a balanced mix of students, the Accommodation Office does not room students enrolled on the same programme together necessarily, nor is separate accommodation assigned for particular cultural or religious groups. Wherever possible, however, mature students are located together.

Special requirements: disability / medical considerations If you have a disability or medical condition that you wish to be taken into account when allocating a room to you, you should signify this on the application form. You will be contacted by the Accommodation Office subsequently for further information and you may be required to provide medical evidence to support your request. The information provided will be treated in the strictest confidence. On verification of your claim, the Accommodation Office will endeavour as far as possible to meet your requirements. You should be aware, however, that the Accommodation Office can only room on the information it possesses: if you do not advise of a disability or medical condition and the room or hall offered proves inappropriate subsequently, relocation to another hall/room may not be possible. Final submission On completion of your online application you are invited to make any amendments prior to final submission. When you are sure the information supplied is correct you may submit the application. A final summary of details will be displayed and an acknowledgement of receipt will be issued confirming the information submitted and advising of the next stages of the application process. If you have any queries in respect of the application process, please contact the Accommodation Office. Alternatively please access the Application page on the Accommodation Office website www.accommodation.manchester.ac.uk/application

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What happens next?

As soon as we have confirmation from your academic School or Department that you are definitely coming to The University of Manchester an offer of accommodation will be made to you. If you are an undergraduate with an unconditional offer (ie. you already have your results), an offer will be made to you by 31 July. If you are an undergraduate with a conditional offer, we will send you an offer after the publication of the A-level results, but before 12 September. If you are an overseas postgraduate, an offer will be made by 12 September If you are a home (ie. UK/EU) postgraduate, you will receive a decision on your application by 12 September If you are a visiting exchange student, you will receive a decision on your application by 12 September IMPORTANT NOTE The offer of accommodation will be sent to you by email. It is important therefore that you check your emails regularly over the summer period. If you are not able to do so you should ensure that someone else, a parent or guardian for example, is. You (or your nominated representative) must reply to the offer immediately and as instructed in the email. In order to accept the offer, you will be asked to make an online prepayment by the due date in the email. If you do not respond as instructed in the email by the due date you will forfeit the room and it will be offered to another student. If this occurs and you still require University accommodation you may request reconsideration of your application, but you should be aware that a second offer will not be guaranteed. You should also be aware that in making its initial offer of accommodation to you, the Accommodation Office fulfils its guarantee to you. It is YOUR RESPONSIBILITY on receipt of that offer to respond as instructed.

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Quick guide to Halls

Self-catered Halls Bowden Court Burkhardt House at Hulme Hall (4) Canterbury Court Chandos Hall Firs Villa George Kenyon Hall Grosvenor Place Grosvenor St Building Ladybarn House Lambert and Fairfield Halls Linton House Oak House Opal Gardens Opal Hall Pankhurst Court at Dalton-Ellis Hall (4) Richmond Park Ronson Hall Sheavyn House at Ashburne Hall (4) Vaughan House Victoria Hall (5) Weston Hall (5) Whitworth Park Wright Robinson Hall Catered Halls Allen Hall Ashburne Hall Dalton-Ellis Hall Hulme Hall Owens Park St Anselm Hall St Gabriels Hall Woolton Hall Family/Partner Accommodation Brian Redhead Court Horniman House Ladybarn House Linton House Location City Victoria Park Victoria Park City Fallowfield City City City Fallowfield City Fallowfield Fallowfield Victoria Park City Victoria Park Fallowfield City Fallowfield City Victoria Park City City City Location Fallowfield Fallowfield Victoria Park Victoria Park Fallowfield Victoria Park Victoria Park Fallowfield No of places 91 129 117 136 4 302 409 182 97 344 35 1,088 382 91 113 503 94 237 18 438 514 1,173 155 No of places 118 115 279 323 1,048 115 101 180 UG PG Contract Length 40/51 37 40 37 51 40/51 40/51 40/51 51 40/51 52 40/51 51 51 40 Average per Internet access week (1) in room 84 106 106 83-100 99 107 - 110 84 84 103 106 77 74 - 84 104 104 106 106 84 106 - 126 103 101 - 110 103 76 - 84 82 - 99

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Mixed Sex (2)

Single Standard En Suite Standard Sex Washbasin

Adapted facilities (3)

Mixed Sex

Notes 1) Fees quoted are indicative for 2009-10 only. You should consult the Accommodation Office website for precise prices. Fees for 2010-11 will be set in April 2010 and may be subject to increase. With the exception of some family accommodation, all fees include contents insurance and utility bills. 2) Some mixed halls offer single sex areas/flats; consult individual hall webpages for details. 3) For full details on the type of adaptations in each hall please contact the Accommodation Office. 4) Catered packages available.

Adapted facilities (2)

5) Internet charge not included in residence fee; consult hall webpage for further information.

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KEY A Breakfast and dinner weekdays; cash caf weekends B Breakfast and dinner C Breakfast and dinner weekdays; breakfast Saturday; brunch and dinner Sunday D Breakfast and dinner

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Contact details
Administration Office Addresses Hall administration services are centralised and hall contact details are as follows: Hall of Residence Administration Office City (North) Administration Centre Chandos Hall, Granby Row, Manchester M1 3QJ tel +44 (0)161 306 3131 fax +44 (0)161 306 8993 email [email protected] City (Central) Administration Centre The Grosvenor Residences, Grosvenor Street, Manchester M1 7HR tel +44 (0)161 306 3232 fax +44 (0)161 306 3235 email [email protected] City (South) Administration Centre Grove House, 316 Oxford Road, Manchester M13 9WJ tel +44 (0)161 273 2926 fax +44 (0)161 273 5318 email [email protected] Fallowfield Administration Centre 293 Wilmslow Road, Fallowfield, Manchester M14 6HD tel +44 (0)161 306 6129 (office hours only) tel +44 (0)161 306 9900 fax +44 (0)161 248 0160 email [email protected] Victoria Park (Dalton Ellis) Administration Centre Dalton Ellis Hall, Conyngham Road, Victoria Park, Manchester M14 5RL tel +44 (0)161 224 3211 fax +44 (0)161 224 0458 email [email protected] Victoria Park (Hulme Hall) Administration Centre Hulme Hall, Oxford Place, Victoria Park, Manchester M14 5RR tel +44 (0)161 275 0210 fax +44 (0)161 257 3059 email [email protected]

Allen Hall..............................................Fallowfield Ashburne Hall.......................................Fallowfield Bowden Court...................................City (Central) Brian Redhead Court ...........................City (South) Burkhardt House ..........Victoria Park (Hulme Hall) Canterbury Court ........Victoria Park (Dalton Ellis) Chandos Hall .......................................City (North) Dalton Ellis Hall............Victoria Park (Dalton Ellis) Fairfield Hall.........................................City (North) Firs Villa ................................................Fallowfield George Kenyon Hall ..........................City (Central) Grosvenor Place ................................City (Central) Grosvenor Street Building ..................City (Central) Horniman House..................................City (South) Hulme Hall...................Victoria Park (Hulme Hall) Ladybarn House....................................Fallowfield Lambert Hall ........................................City (North) Linton House ........................................Fallowfield Oak House............................................Fallowfield Opal Hall ...........................................City (Central) Opal Gardens ..............Victoria Park (Dalton Ellis) Owens Park ..........................................Fallowfield Pankhurst Court ..........Victoria Park (Dalton Ellis) Richmond Park .....................................Fallowfield Ronson Hall.......................................City (Central) Sheavyn House .....................................Fallowfield St Anselm Hall .............Victoria Park (Dalton Ellis) St Gabriels Hall ...........Victoria Park (Hulme Hall) Victoria Hall .................Victoria Park (Dalton Ellis) Vaughan House ...................................City (South) Weston Hall .........................................City (North) Whitworth Park ...................................City (South) Woolton Hall ........................................Fallowfield Wright Robinson Hall...........................City (North)

The Accommodation Office The University of Manchester University Place, Oxford Road Manchester M13 9PL tel +44 (0)161 275 2888 fax +44 (0)161 275 3213 email [email protected] www.accommodation.manchester.ac.uk
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The information within this brochure is correct at the time of going to press. Student residential provision is reviewed annually however and The University of Manchester accommodation and associated facilities may change subsequently as a consequence. For current information you should consult the Accommodation Office website (www.accommodation.manchester.ac.uk).

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