“For those who come to the UK for further studies for the first time, there may be many inconveniences in life, among which accommodation is a more troublesome issue. For students who are about to study in the UK, the way of accommodation in the future is everyone’s concern. Here, I will introduce you to several ways of student accommodation London, England.

As we all know, there are three types of accommodation for studying in the UK, one is school accommodation, the other is boarding with local families, and the third is student accommodations or shared renting with others. Each of these three accommodation options has its own uniqueness and inconveniences. The following editors of Tiandao Study Abroad will take stock of the three different accommodation methods for you.

School dormitory

More than half of foreign students studying in the UK choose to live in dormitories or apartments provided by their schools. Many schools guarantee first-year accommodation to foreign students, usually in separate dormitories for men and women. Apartment accommodation fees usually cover meals, energy and some laundry. The accommodation provided by the school is usually close to the school, so you don’t need to spend or spend a lot on transportation to school. Living in a self-catering apartment provided by the school means you have to buy your own food and pay for cleaning. Cleaning fees are usually included in the rent. The advantage of the school dormitory is that it is safe and independent, and all the bills are included in the accommodation fee, so there is no need to go to the bank or write checks every month; the disadvantage is that the fees are expensive.

Homestay
Studying abroad in the UK, living in a British family includes meals, cleaning fees and laundry fees for two meals in the morning and evening on weekdays and three meals on weekends. Host families make people feel warm, but after all, they live in other people’s homes, lack of freedom, and are not suitable for adult students.

Private housing rental

Privately rented apartments and houses are self-contained units and are usually furnished. Several students usually share rent, utilities and phone bills. The advantage of owning a student accommodation in London is that it is relatively cheap, and you have more opportunities to get in touch with all levels of British society, but you have to worry about everything big or small.

You can find a house in the UK through an intermediary company, or you can find shared rental information on the school’s bulletin board. In the UK, student accommodations are taxed, called Council Tax, but students can be exempted from paying, so it is best to share with students. The school’s student office or student center will have someone to guide you about Council Tax.

When studying in the UK, the student accommodation should not be too far away from the school, otherwise it will be difficult to muster up the courage to go to school in winter. It is necessary to check whether the various indoor facilities are in good condition and whether the heating is warm enough. Many houses in the UK have a history of tens or even hundreds of years, with relatively high floor heights and relatively large indoor spaces. If the heating is not warm enough, it will be very cold in winter. British landlords are generally honest. If there is any problem with the house, you can contact them to find someone to repair it. It is best not to be greedy for cheap renting a house from a second landlord, as there are many hidden dangers. When studying in the UK, no matter which accommodation you choose, you must remember that safety is the most important thing. Especially when you live in your own student accommodation, don’t live in an area with poor security just because you are greedy for cheap prices.

If you have any questions about student accommodation in London, UK, please call Xiaoju, and we will arrange professional consultants to answer you in detail. “