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Reply 60

Alexraecleaver

Have people gone mixed or same sex accommodation? As I'm undecided.....

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Reply 61

irodger

Mixed. My sister went same sex and regretted it instantly. I think it's normal and healthy to live and socialise with both genders, unless you have a particular reason for not wanting to.

Reply 62

genson

Original post by irodger

Mixed. My sister went same sex and regretted it instantly. I think it's normal and healthy to live and socialise with both genders, unless you have a particular reason for not wanting to.

What was your sisters experience like with same sex?

I'm not sure if I want to be mixed because I've grown up with 2 older brothers who are total slobs and have spent way too much of my time cleaning up after them. Don't want to be doing that all over again when I move away for uni.

But then I'm also a bit put off same sex because a bunch of randomly selected girls all lumped together for a year has the potential for a lot of bitchiness. I tend to get along better with guys for this reason.

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Reply 63

IAmEchelon

Original post by irodger

Did you go and look at either of them?? I only saw Shackleton on the tour (which is far too expensive) and have firmed TC and JH purely because friends have told me that they have an amazing vibe...

Haven't seen them, the only hall I've looked at is Mason

I'm going the accommodation day though! I hope I get Tennis Courts

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Reply 64

IAmEchelon

Original post by Alexraecleaver

Have people gone mixed or same sex accommodation? As I'm undecided.....

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I went to an all girls high school, and it was so bitchy! Plus, as I was in school with girls for 5 years when I moved to my mixed college mixing with boys again was harder, because I was so used to have mainly girl friends

The choice is up to you, I just feel that mixed reflects society more and will open up your social circle

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Reply 65

irodger

My sister used to be very shy so she chose to live with all girls purely for this reason. However, it turned out that a lot of the girls were extremely spoilt and she ended up doing most of the house work and cleaning because she was nice about it.
It's true that my brother is also far more lazy than me or my sister, but I have been to stay with many friends who live in mixed sexed halls and most of the boys they live with are lovely and sometimes even more tidy than the girls. Mixed sex halls seem to be a much more relaxed and fun environment overall imo :-)

Reply 66

jasmine1234567

Original post by irodger

I've just firmed Birmingham for English and American/Canadian studies :-) Has anyone applied for accommodation at Tennis Courts or Jaratt Hall?

I've also just firmed- accept I've applied for History and Politics. I put Tennis Courts first and Jaratt Hall second. Even though Jaratt Hall isn't on the Vale I saw it and my applicant visit day and it was really nice (not to mention cheaper) and its only 5mins from the uni so I might make it my first option :smile:

Reply 67

genson

Original post by jasmine1234567

What were the kitchens like at Jarratt Hall? And is it true their rooms are quite big there?

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Reply 68

jasmine1234567

Original post by goodwinning

What were the kitchens like at Jarratt Hall? And is it true their rooms are quite big there?

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I thought the rooms were a really good size at Jarratt (I saw the standard sized room as well as the large ones). The kitchen was also really nice and a good size. Also the kitchens in the process of being refurbished, but I didn't see the refurbished ones and I still thought it was nice.

Reply 69

SophieHJ

Anyone know why Tennis Courts en-suites have all been taken? Is it possible to still get one?

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Reply 70

irodger

It seems to say in the offer holder guide that they've been reserved for a group booking...whatever that means ha

Reply 71

SophieHJ

Original post by irodger

It seems to say in the offer holder guide that they've been reserved for a group booking...whatever that means ha

It's really annoying because I think I would put that as my first choice because it's close to main campus and known as the party place

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Reply 72

irodger

Original post by SophieHJ

It's really annoying because I think I would put that as my first choice because it's close to main campus and known as the party place

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I know - I would much prefer en suite but if it's gonna save me money and I'm still living in the best halls then I don't mind that much :-)

Reply 73

SophieHJ

What are you studying?

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Reply 74

irodger

Original post by SophieHJ

What are you studying?

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English lit & American and Canadian studies, you?

Reply 75

SophieHJ

Original post by irodger

English lit & American and Canadian studies, you?

Wow that's cool. International Business

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Reply 76

Elise1997

Hey
I have put Birmingham as my firm!!! :smile:

Sooo excited!! Can't wait xx

Reply 77

Mattie_hope

I've firmed an unconditional offer for international business and spanish! Applied for accommodation too, mason is my top! :smile:

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Reply 78

Elise1997

Original post by Mattie_hope

I've firmed an unconditional offer for international business and spanish! Applied for accommodation too, mason is my top! :smile:

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Mason is my top too!! I've got an offer for Chemical Engineering!! Are you going on an accommodation open day? X

Reply 79

Mattie_hope

Original post by Elise1997

Mason is my top too!! I've got an offer for Chemical Engineering!! Are you going on an accommodation open day? X

Awh awesome we could be room mates!! Ooh that sounds exciting :smile:

I'm not sure as I've already seen the Vale and Shakleton and know I definitely want to be on the Vale with self catered and ensuit so Mason seems like the only option?

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