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Is it worth choosing a quiet flat at Uni? I want to be outgoing and make friends with my flat mates so I don't want to choose a quiet one and be with people not interested in socializing at all. But I also don't want to be with super loud people.
Reply 1
Original post by frustrating-inst
Is it worth choosing a quiet flat at Uni? I want to be outgoing and make friends with my flat mates so I don't want to choose a quiet one and be with people not interested in socializing at all. But I also don't want to be with super loud people.
Hi @frustrating-inst,
From my personal experience, I've tend to find that you usually get a mix of the both in most flats. I had flatmates who hid in their room all day and barely came out, but I also had flatmates who loved cooking together and chilling in our common room.
I personally wouldn't mind a more quiet flat, as I see my flat more as a place to unwind and chill rather than to socialise as I would be doing that in uni anyways. It's really just about your lifestyle and preference.
All the best,
Danish
BCU Student Rep
Reply 2
Hi there 👋,
Personally, I chose a quieter flat as the degree I study is very much placement-based (so lots of early mornings and night shifts!) It works for students who want their personal space to be less sociable and more of a place to relax after university lectures etc, however, I became friends with people from other 'non-quiet' flats and spent my 'social' time with them.
Hope this helps.
Han - First Year Mental Health Nursing Student
Personally, I chose a quieter flat as the degree I study is very much placement-based (so lots of early mornings and night shifts!) It works for students who want their personal space to be less sociable and more of a place to relax after university lectures etc, however, I became friends with people from other 'non-quiet' flats and spent my 'social' time with them.
Hope this helps.
Han - First Year Mental Health Nursing Student
Reply 3
Original post by frustrating-inst
Is it worth choosing a quiet flat at Uni? I want to be outgoing and make friends with my flat mates so I don't want to choose a quiet one and be with people not interested in socializing at all. But I also don't want to be with super loud people.
Hi @frustrating-inst ,
I would say that this depends on your personal preferences. I would think that a quiet flat might mean people keep to themselves a bit more, but I could be wrong on this! It doesn't mean they wouldn't want to socialise at all, people might just spend more time in their rooms.
If you want a more quiet space to chill, do uni work etc it sounds like a good idea and you could always look to other places to make friends and socialise if you flatmates aren't up for this as much. There will be plenty of places to make friends - your course, societies and other flats so if you would rather have your own quiet space and then make friends elsewhere, this sounds like a great idea!
If you would rather have lots of friends in your flat and you would want to go out or do things often with them, it could be worth not choosing the quiet flat. However, you run the risk of being with louder people this way so it depends how much it would bother you!
My first year flat was a mix, some people were quieter and some louder, however nobody was extremely loud and disrupting everyone all the time. We did have pre's and sometimes people round in the flat as a group, which might be likely in the halls you are moving too so bare this in mind if this would bother you. I didn't find anyone disrespectful though, and everyone always asked before we had people over if it was likely to be loud, just to check this was okay which I think made it better.
I hope some of this helps,
Lucy -SHU student ambassador.
Reply 4
Original post by frustrating-inst
Is it worth choosing a quiet flat at Uni? I want to be outgoing and make friends with my flat mates so I don't want to choose a quiet one and be with people not interested in socializing at all. But I also don't want to be with super loud people.
Hi there!
Choosing the right accommodation can definitely impact your university experience, so it is great that you're thinking about that. A 'quiet' flat won't necessarily mean that you won't be able to socialise or make friends with your flatmates, it might just mean that there is more consideration for those who prefer a quieter environment, especially during study times and evenings.
I would suggest reaching out to the accommodation team at your university to discuss your preferences to see what they suggest as they may be able to offer more tailored advice. You will be able to find a balance of what works for you.
Best of luck with your accommodation!
Millie 🙂
BSc International Development
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