I've been offered an unconditional acceptance for Sept. 2014, and coming from Canada was going to come early and find a place to stay within the city. Since courses start the 17th, would it be best to come at the end of August since most flats/rooms will want to start a lease at the beginning of September, or does it not really matter if I come the first week of September? Also, I'd rather stay in a house with roommates if possible (social aspect), would there be postings at the uni itself or is best to look at online forums and whatnot?
Thanks