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Many of the first-year university students will head straight into the university halls and not worry about where they are going to stay or with who. Choosing your university accommodation can be tricky. Who do you stay with? Where do I live? How much do I pay? How long do I live there for? <\/span><\/p>\n

A study<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/span> was conducted which asked students the very same thing. Where and what type of university accommodation they stay in. Here is what they said:<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n


\n<\/a>   \"University<\/a><\/p>\n

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All of the options you can see are valid options. However, if you want to have a bit more guidance then read on. We have gathered a list of the 4 of the more popular university accommodation options, excluding the option of \u2018living at home\u2019.<\/span><\/p>\n

Uni Owned Halls of Residence<\/strong><\/span><\/h1>\n

\"University<\/a><\/p>\n

As mentioned, many first-years head straight into university halls. Most if not all university halls are located on the campus or very close walking distance with very easy access. Being close to campus is something that you will learn to love. You might not think that the 30-minute commute to your 9am lecturers isn\u2019t bad, however, once you are in the full swing of the university you may begin to notice. Heading to lecturers every day, seeing friends for coffee or a drink, travelling around to see your friends takes time.<\/span><\/p>\n

It is one of the cheapest options as well, the bills are included and you will only have to pay one lump sum or possibly two lump sums. With a cheap & convenient lifestyle, some of the life luxuries may be overlooked. The university halls are regularly rundown with an old design and most will have 2 or 3 bathrooms shared between 10-16 people on average. A big communal kitchen invites a social environment but dirty dishes and messy surfaces do not clean themselves. <\/span><\/p>\n

Pros:<\/b> Convenient\/social\/cheapish\/arranged through uni<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

Cons:<\/b> Potentially rundown interiors\/basic facilities<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

Purpose Built Student Accommodation – PBSA<\/b> <\/span><\/h1>\n

\"Student<\/a><\/p>\n

Where university halls bring the bare essentials, purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) bring the whole catalogue, the good ones do at least. This type of university accommodation brings more luxury and modern touch to the university hall experience. This choice is regularly close to campus and in a very convenient location to make the student experience ever easier although it is always good to check before moving in. <\/span><\/p>\n

With all the modern interiors and new build structures, this university accommodation comes with all kinds of bits and bobs. Some of the regular facilities include a gym, cinema room, study areas and a game room. With all of these added facilities, there are often on-site events making PBSA\u2019s excellent for making a home away from home. <\/span><\/p>\n

However, with all this comfort and luxury there is a large price tag. It includes all the bills into the price tag and paying a year upfront is a possibility or pay termly, certainly worth the money. With most rooms having an en-suite bathroom and if not then you will share will no more then 3-5 fellow students. With a varied room selection, there will be the opportunity to pick something best suited to you. Rooms such as: <\/span><\/p>\n