[kevin6767]

(Original post by admbeatmaker)
Having trouble deciding whether to be on Hes East because I'm doing law.

Any current students know any students that are studying law and live on the main campus? What's their experiences like?

Is it much trouble grabbing the bus in the morning etc.?

I know two budding lawyers in Alcuin who manage it just fine, Hes East is like a 5 minute walk away at best.

Thanks.

(Original post by alwatkins1991)
I have decided to give some advice, since I am dying of solitary boredom on Easter holidays. I am going to be massively biased, as I am in James College, but as I have been in rooms in every college (except Langwith, but that is moving to Hes East next year so it doesn't matter)

Alcuin College - Really nice, standard band 3/4 ensuite accomodation. Renowned for being antisocial, no matter the attempts of the social secs, I think the people that live there just kind of accept the fact by the end of first term, and then it ends up being in a negative social vibe.
Derwent College - Catered, shared bathrooms. Not very nice accomodation (bit worn down), rooms are large though, but shared dated bathrooms. However, probably the most sociable college on campus. D-Bar is also the cheapest bar, but having been to D-events they feel a bit school disco-esque, but they go for it.
Halifax - Bit of a trek from campus (not that far, but if i was there i would never, ever go to a 9, or possible 10.15) Nice accomodation, in houses which makes for a more family feel I guess. Pretty sociable too.
Goodricke - Nice accomodation, nicest kitchens on campus (along with new vanbrugh. However my experiences with the people have been bad, and it is seriously segregated from campus due needing the bus or facing a 15 minute walk to get there. I think they are getting a bar and cash machine, and also New langwith next year, so should improve things.
James - Pretty much same accomodation as Alcuin, however much better community spirit, and more sociable due to reasonably central location on campus, and proximity to The Lounge, which although its quite a bad bar, is quite a good place to hang out and a lot of events take place in the roger kirk centre (which is where the lounge is)
Vanbrugh - Split into two, old vanbrugh and new vanbrugh (also called rich vanbrugh and poor vanbrugh, depending on who you speak to) Old vanbrugh is pretty bad, its a bit clinical and the buildings look like council flats, but it is located in the middle of campus so you are in a great location, and i think the social life is pretty good too. They also have lots of twin rooms (i think) so if you are into that, it might be good. New vanbrugh is really really nice, they have balconies (kind of) and really nice kitchens, and the rooms, again are similar to james and alcuin. also in a good spot. not entirely sure how sociable they are as i havent heard much about it.

There are a lot of stereotypes at uni about James/Alcuin being posh. I think this is due to them having the higher rent bands, so you do get rich kids there. But at the end of the day, you shouldnt judge people until you meet them, and you never know who is going to be in your intake. Next year, alcuin might be super sociable! The only thing I would say is that do not pick your accomodation based on your course, unless it is based on hes east. Lectures are all over campus, and it is a short walk to anywhere on campus!

What you say about Alcuin is true in part but misleading. I am in Alcuin, have a great relationship with my flat, the people upstairs and people in the neighbouring 3 blocks when we go out. We just fail at college events because we have a crappy small bar.

[hereinyourarms]

(Original post by kevin6767)
What you say about Alcuin is true in part but misleading. I am in Alcuin, have a great relationship with my flat, the people upstairs and people in the neighbouring 3 blocks when we go out. We just fail at college events because we have a crappy small bar.

I agree. I get on great with my flatmates too, 8 of us are in a house next year. And the new JCR are doing a good job with socials and events, the bar crawl and pub quiz etc have had quite a high turn out. One thing I've found is that because all blocks and floors need a different keycard to get in, it's quite hard to just go mingle and easy to stick within your flat/block, as opposed to Langwith for example where I've seen different floors within a block being able to access each other's kitchens.

[cfp27]

(Original post by alwatkins1991)
I have decided to give some advice, since I am dying of solitary boredom on Easter holidays. I am going to be massively biased, as I am in James College, but as I have been in rooms in every college (except Langwith, but that is moving to Hes East next year so it doesn't matter)

Alcuin College - Really nice, standard band 3/4 ensuite accomodation. Renowned for being antisocial, no matter the attempts of the social secs, I think the people that live there just kind of accept the fact by the end of first term, and then it ends up being in a negative social vibe.
Derwent College - Catered, shared bathrooms. Not very nice accomodation (bit worn down), rooms are large though, but shared dated bathrooms. However, probably the most sociable college on campus. D-Bar is also the cheapest bar, but having been to D-events they feel a bit school disco-esque, but they go for it.
Halifax - Bit of a trek from campus (not that far, but if i was there i would never, ever go to a 9, or possible 10.15) Nice accomodation, in houses which makes for a more family feel I guess. Pretty sociable too.
Goodricke - Nice accomodation, nicest kitchens on campus (along with new vanbrugh. However my experiences with the people have been bad, and it is seriously segregated from campus due needing the bus or facing a 15 minute walk to get there. I think they are getting a bar and cash machine, and also New langwith next year, so should improve things.
James - Pretty much same accomodation as Alcuin, however much better community spirit, and more sociable due to reasonably central location on campus, and proximity to The Lounge, which although its quite a bad bar, is quite a good place to hang out and a lot of events take place in the roger kirk centre (which is where the lounge is)
Vanbrugh - Split into two, old vanbrugh and new vanbrugh (also called rich vanbrugh and poor vanbrugh, depending on who you speak to) Old vanbrugh is pretty bad, its a bit clinical and the buildings look like council flats, but it is located in the middle of campus so you are in a great location, and i think the social life is pretty good too. They also have lots of twin rooms (i think) so if you are into that, it might be good. New vanbrugh is really really nice, they have balconies (kind of) and really nice kitchens, and the rooms, again are similar to james and alcuin. also in a good spot. not entirely sure how sociable they are as i havent heard much about it.

There are a lot of stereotypes at uni about James/Alcuin being posh. I think this is due to them having the higher rent bands, so you do get rich kids there. But at the end of the day, you shouldnt judge people until you meet them, and you never know who is going to be in your intake. Next year, alcuin might be super sociable! The only thing I would say is that do not pick your accomodation based on your course, unless it is based on hes east. Lectures are all over campus, and it is a short walk to anywhere on campus!

Thanks that was all super helpful I didn't really like derwent when I saw it but I'm wandering how much of a pain it would be to live on he's east when my course is on west? I think James is my favourite on west but if I go there I think I'll try and get a block that doesn't share a kitchen with 16 people as it sounds quite hellish :P how bad are the kitchens usually? I guess I'll have to get used to mess :P

[-inspired-]

(Original post by a-chocoholic)
Name: Andria
Age: 18 (will be 19 when i start)
Course: English literature
Offer: AAA
Favourite accommodation: Undecided! Langwith or Alcuin???
What are you most looking forward to about York? New country, new people, beautiful city, great course

Hi, I'm hoping to do English literature as well

Name: Jessica
Age: 17 (18 in a month)
Course: English literature
Offer: conditional - AAA
Favourite accommodation: Undecided - probably Vanbrugh or James
What are you most looking forward to about York? meeting new people/different city/being independent etc...

[alwatkins1991]

(Original post by cfp27)
Thanks that was all super helpful I didn't really like derwent when I saw it but I'm wandering how much of a pain it would be to live on he's east when my course is on west? I think James is my favourite on west but if I go there I think I'll try and get a block that doesn't share a kitchen with 16 people as it sounds quite hellish :P how bad are the kitchens usually? I guess I'll have to get used to mess :P

(Original post by kevin6767)
What you say about Alcuin is true in part but misleading. I am in Alcuin, have a great relationship with my flat, the people upstairs and people in the neighbouring 3 blocks when we go out. We just fail at college events because we have a crappy small bar.

That is fair, most of what I've heard about Alcuin is hearsay, though two good friends of mine moved from Alcuin to James because of the social situation. Like I said though, it depends who you end up with. The flats above and below mine are anti-social, and only 4 of us are social in my flat, however it depends on the effort you make to join societies/go to college events etc. I went to loads of socials by myself during the first few weeks of freshers rather than depending on my flat for friends, and now I have lots of friends outside my flat, as well as being really close with those in it.

And about the kitchens, in my block, we have 9 people per flat, and it is fine in the kitchen (limited freezer space though) But the people in the 16 people kitchens dont really complain! It makes it more sociable as all the floors share the same kitchen, though I would still recommend getting a kitchen with fewer people!

[alwatkins1991]

(Original post by sarahwarahbarah)
Thanks for that I don't suppose you know if the departments within Langwith are moving to Heslington East? I know that the education department is in Langwith so I don't know which campus I should look for accomodation on.

I would imagine the departments remain the same, as it is just the accomodation that is moving to hes east, with derwent taking over langwith on hes west. Don't quote me on that though! If they are moving, that screws over my housemate next year who does education. Lol.

[AverageExcellence]

Name: Tom
Age: 18
Course: History/Politics
Offer: Conditional (AAA)
Favourite accommodation: Alcuin, Vanburgh (any ensuite bathroom)
What are you most looking forward to about York? Getting away from home and meeting new people

[cathy_s]

Name: Cathy
Age: 19
Course: Philosophy
Offer: Unconditional
Favourite accommodation: Undecided: any advice/suggestions?
What are you most looking forward to about York? New people, good course, lovely city... everything really!

[sarahwarahbarah]

(Original post by alwatkins1991)
I would imagine the departments remain the same, as it is just the accomodation that is moving to hes east, with derwent taking over langwith on hes west. Don't quote me on that though! If they are moving, that screws over my housemate next year who does education. Lol.

That makes sense, thanks

[Orochi42]

Name: Joe
Course: Law (LLB)
Offer: Conditional, AAA at A Level (gulp!)
Favourite Accomodation: Not sure, leaning towards Goodricke.
Most looking forward to: The course, meeting new people in a new city. In the spirit of that, feel free to drop me a message to chat, especially Law firmers, though of course I'm happy to chat to any York firmer, English Lit and History are pretty awesome

[Toniah]

Name: Antonia
Course: Law (LLB)
Offer: Conditional; AAA at A Level
Favourite Accomodation: Goodricke/Langwith
Most looking forward to: The course, the city, meeting new people

[Gulliviere]

Name: Christa
Age : 23
Course: MA in history of art
Offer: unconditional
Favourite accommodation: probably Wentworth
Most looking forward to: living abroad

any other HOA firmers?

[admbeatmaker]

Just had my last decision through on UCAS.

Only want to go to York for law so I've just firmed them, no insurance.

Look forward to coming to York!



EDIT: Sorry should probably write this like everyone else:

Name: Adam
Age: 21
Course: Law
Offer: Conditional (distinction on legal methods certificate)
Favourite accommodation: Derwent - catered.
What are you most looking forward to about York? A great new law course, exploring a new city, meeting lots of new people and generally taking part in as much as possible.

[kate1212]

Name: Kathryn
Age: 18
Course: French and Liguistics
Offer: Conditional (AAB, including French)
Favourite accommodation: I need to have a much closer look! I like Derwent though.
What are you most looking forward to about York? Meeting people, new experiences, studying subjects that really interest me, being more independent..

[Eldedu]

Name: Eduardo
Age: 18 (19 by the time we start)
Course: PPE/PEP (York seem to sporadically change their mind re:the acronym)
Offer: Conditional (36 points IB Diploma)
Favourite accomodation: Derwent
What are you most looking forward to about York? Uni life at a Russell Group top tenner doing a course I love far away from the restricting influence of a family who honestly thinks we're asian? What aren't I most looking forward to about York?

[Chr0n]

(Original post by Eldedu)
Course: PPE/PEP (York seem to sporadically change their mind re:the acronym

They don't.
The course is called PPE (Philosophy, Politics and Economics) and is taught in the School of PEP (Politics, Economics and Philosophy). The school also features other degrees; for example Philosophy and Economics.

[stac4321]

(Original post by kevin6767)
The ducks are arrogant little buggers that expect you to work around them and they often plan ambushes if they think you have food. They. Are. Organised. The Geese are worse, they think they are a security force.

Are the ducks really that big of a thing at York? I've heard loads of people talking about them! It sounds like I'm going to be living in an Alfred Hitchcock film...

[Eldedu]

(Original post by Chr0n)
They don't.
The course is called PPE (Philosophy, Politics and Economics) and is taught in the School of PEP (Politics, Economics and Philosophy). The school also features other degrees; for example Philosophy and Economics.

Thanks for the clarification. I suppose it's a good way of differentiating the school from the course.

[Chr0n]

(Original post by Eldedu)
Thanks for the clarification. I suppose it's a good way of differentiating the school from the course.

They could have known that people will always mix it up.

[Yanoplathizo]

Name: Edward
Age: 18 (just about 19 when i start)
Course: Electronics / Electronics with music technology.
Offer: AAB for the Meng, but aparently I can get in with a ABB onto a Beng? According to what my current science teacher. Actualy. I should get this confimed....
Favourite accommodation: Undecided! I like the look of james, I think.
What are you most looking forward to about York? The subject, the place and most of all the new people.