The Student Room Group
Students at Cornwall campus, University of Exeter
University of Exeter
Exeter

Accommodation?

Hi 😊

I have firmed an unconditional place for biological sciences with study abroad to start in September. I am looking at accommodation, and initially thought about living in a studio as I will be 27 when I go to university, and I prefer it quiet but also worry about missing out on social opportunities so am now considering applying for shared en-suites. I was wondering if anyone had any thoughts or could share their own experiences? And maybe ideas on which accommodations may be seen as traditionally more quiet? Thanks 😊
Original post by haychcat
Hi 😊

I have firmed an unconditional place for biological sciences with study abroad to start in September. I am looking at accommodation, and initially thought about living in a studio as I will be 27 when I go to university, and I prefer it quiet but also worry about missing out on social opportunities so am now considering applying for shared en-suites. I was wondering if anyone had any thoughts or could share their own experiences? And maybe ideas on which accommodations may be seen as traditionally more quiet? Thanks 😊


Hello @haychcat,

It will be great to welcome you in September! Can I check which campus you are going to be based at? I would say it is down to personal preference really and what you think will work best for you. Certain halls do have reputations for being more/less lively, but with different students living in them year on year it is not a guarantee although perhaps a slight indicator as it will influence the halls people apply for.

Being in shared halls is not the only way to meet people - regardless of where you live it is really worthwhile joining societies if you can find the time to get to know people with similar interests to you. They are a great way to meet and socialise with people, so this may be something it is worth you considering when making a decision on where to live.

Hopefully a few more people will get back to you, in the meantime you might find the following threads useful to look at/repost the question in: https://www.thestudentroom.co.uk/showthread.php?t=1750579 (for Exeter Campuses) or https://www.thestudentroom.co.uk/showthread.php?t=2993065 (for Penryn Campus).

Hope this helps and good luck with your decision making!

Melody
University of Exeter Student Recruitment Team
Students at Cornwall campus, University of Exeter
University of Exeter
Exeter
Original post by haychcat
Hi 😊

I have firmed an unconditional place for biological sciences with study abroad to start in September. I am looking at accommodation, and initially thought about living in a studio as I will be 27 when I go to university, and I prefer it quiet but also worry about missing out on social opportunities so am now considering applying for shared en-suites. I was wondering if anyone had any thoughts or could share their own experiences? And maybe ideas on which accommodations may be seen as traditionally more quiet? Thanks 😊

@haychat great to hear you will be joining us! Keep a look out for emails from us through August as we have a great Mature Students Together Network where you can meet other likeminded students. We will be in touch :-)
Original post by University of Exeter Student Recruitment Team Two
Hello @haychcat,

It will be great to welcome you in September! Can I check which campus you are going to be based at? I would say it is down to personal preference really and what you think will work best for you. Certain halls do have reputations for being more/less lively, but with different students living in them year on year it is not a guarantee although perhaps a slight indicator as it will influence the halls people apply for.

Being in shared halls is not the only way to meet people - regardless of where you live it is really worthwhile joining societies if you can find the time to get to know people with similar interests to you. They are a great way to meet and socialise with people, so this may be something it is worth you considering when making a decision on where to live.

Hopefully a few more people will get back to you, in the meantime you might find the following threads useful to look at/repost the question in: https://www.thestudentroom.co.uk/showthread.php?t=1750579 (for Exeter Campuses) or https://www.thestudentroom.co.uk/showthread.php?t=2993065 (for Penryn Campus).

Hope this helps and good luck with your decision making!

Melody
University of Exeter Student Recruitment Team

Hi :smile:
I will be based at Streatham. Thanks, I plan on joining societies too when I arrive! I'll check out those threads also.
Thanks again! :biggrin:

Quick Reply