Welcome to Lancaster University 2024

Original post by Anonymous

I got accepted into Lancaster and was offered accommodation at Cartmel college. This would have been the ideal accommodation for me if SFE didn't suddenly reduce me funding to the point where accom options have become very limited. Luckily I was able to change my accommodation to a cheaper alternative, but I'm still very worried that I would struggle and possibly not enjoy first year as I hoped. I guess I wanted to ask if lancaster uni offer great opportunities for part-time jobs? And can accom be paid per week instead of per term?

Hi @Anon!

Congratulations on being accepted! There are plenty of part-time jobs on offer within the university and in the city itself. Here is a link to the vacancies that the university offer: https://temps.lancaster-university.co.uk/vacancies/vacancy-search-results.aspx . I work for the university as a Student Ambassador and it's one of the best jobs I've had as it's flexible hours and you get to meet other Lancaster students through your role.

With regards to paying accommodation weekly instead of monthly, I would suggest emailing the accommodation team at [email protected] to see what they can do. Also, you may be eligible to apply for one of the university's scholarships/bursaries so here's a link to find out more: https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/study/fees-and-funding/scholarships-and-bursaries/ .

If you have any more questions, do not hesitate to ask and we look forward to meeting you in October!

Poppy - Student Ambassador 😀

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Original post by Alixolotli

Hi! I’ve been offered accommodation at cartmel college (yippee) and was wondering if i’d get the chance to contact my flatmates before meeting them in person - I’ve got an en-suite with a shared kitchen and if so where could i find this information? If there’s not an offical list of who’s sharing kitchens with who, is there a floor number i could find to ask people if they have the same to figure it out that way? Thanks xx

Hi @Alixolotli !

Congratulations on your acceptance! I would suggest following Cartmel College on Instagram @cartmelcollege because they may post about a Cartmel groupchat to join where you might be able to find people living in your accom. However, please don't worry too much about contacting your flatmates before you move in because during Welcome Week you will have lots of time to get to know your flatmates and meet other new students too! Usually, each accommodation is assigned a couple of Freshers Reps (Lancaster Students in their 2nd or 3rd Year) during Welcome Week who will encourage you and your flatmates to get to know each other but they're also there to support you, ask any questions you have and make sure you have fun!

Hope this was helpful!

Poppy - Student Ambassador 😀

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Original post by anniee06

Is it possible to ask the accommodation manager to assign me and my friend in the same flat? Anw, I'm in Grizedale townhouse so would love to make acquaintance with flatmates in advance ^^

Hi @anniee06 !

Townhouse Accommodation is great! For this kind of query, I would suggest contacting your Accommodation Manager or emailing [email protected] .

For more information on student/college life, here is a link that might be useful: https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/study/why-lancaster/student-life/ .

Poppy - Student Ambassador 😀

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Original post by unja

Hi, I've been accepted into county collage and wondered if there is a way of contacting my house mates?! Before I turn up for Freshers. I also wondered if there is a full list of fresher's events anywhere, as I don't want to miss out on anything!! Thanks x

Hi @unja !

We can't wait to welcome you to campus soon! When it comes to contacting your flatmates prior to arriving on campus, I would suggest following @countycollege on Instagram as they may advertise a Freshers' Groupchat to join and meet fellow County students. Don't worry if you can't contact your flatmates before you arrive though as you have a whole week to get to know them and attend a range of events with them.

With regards to Welcome Week itself, here is a link to all the events etc.: https://www.welcometolancaster.co.uk/ .

Hope this was useful!

Poppy - Student Ambassador 😀

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Original post by chinmaya varma

Hi, can expect registration and accomodation emails on weekends or is it only on business days?

Hi @chinmaya varma !

Thank you for your question! You are more likely to receive emails between Monday-Friday, however, as long as you keep checking your emails regularly you shouldn't miss anything. If you're worried that you're not receiving emails from the university do email your College Manager just to make sure you're receiving important communications.

Poppy - Student Ambassador 😀

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Anonymous #3

Original post by Lancaster University

Welcome to the official Lancaster University welcome thread.
It’s a place for our new students preparing to join us in autumn 2024.
If you’re looking for guidance on what to do before you arrive, the first thing to do is visit our Welcome site at lancaster.ac.uk/welcome.
We’ve also set up this thread so you can connect with other new students before you arrive. And we’ll have some current students here to help answer your questions.

does accommodation have to be paid weekly? Or monthly?

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Original post by Anonymous

does accommodation have to be paid weekly? Or monthly?

Hi,

Although the rates are listed in terms of the weekly price, I believe payments are either made in one instalment or paid on a termly basis. Details on dates on when they will have to be paid will also appear on your invoice once you are sent one.

You can refer to this link for more details about accommodation T&S: https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/accommodation/terms-and-conditions

Shabbhi - Student Ambassador

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sadfailure

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hii everyone, I've created a whatsapp freshers gc (free of scammers/bots for now at least lol)! pm me if you'd like the link!

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Anonymous #1

how to i contact pendle accommodation to see if i’m able to change my first payment the after or on the day student finance hits into my account

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Coco Sun

Original post by Lancaster University

Welcome to the official Lancaster University welcome thread.
It’s a place for our new students preparing to join us in autumn 2024.
If you’re looking for guidance on what to do before you arrive, the first thing to do is visit our Welcome site at lancaster.ac.uk/welcome.
We’ve also set up this thread so you can connect with other new students before you arrive. And we’ll have some current students here to help answer your questions.

Hi, I have not received any accommodation offers yet, my place was confirmed on ucas do I need to do anything else? Lancaster was my insurance, I feel a bit worried about no accommodation offers yet, when does offers come through for insurance students?

Thank you

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James Konefal

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Hi, I've confirmed my accommodation at Bowland College. Just wondered if it's possible to work out which of the areas of Bowland I've been assigned (main/South/East/Halls/Halls/Slaidburn/Ash/tower) based on the weekly price? I'll be paying £139.58 per week. Thanks.

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Original post by Anonymous

I got accepted into Lancaster and was offered accommodation at Cartmel college. This would have been the ideal accommodation for me if SFE didn't suddenly reduce me funding to the point where accom options have become very limited. Luckily I was able to change my accommodation to a cheaper alternative, but I'm still very worried that I would struggle and possibly not enjoy first year as I hoped. I guess I wanted to ask if lancaster uni offer great opportunities for part-time jobs? And can accom be paid per week instead of per term?

Hi, congratulations on getting in to Lancaster! Yes the uni offers many part time jobs whether it's working at the shops on campus or being an ambassador for the many departments there are, you'll have many opportunities to get involved in! The accommodation payment is split into 3 termly payments, if you have concerns please do get in touch with your accomodation manager or the accommodation team who can be found at: [email protected]

Hope that helps,
Rachel, Lancaster University Student Ambassador.

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Original post by Anonymous

how to i contact pendle accommodation to see if i’m able to change my first payment the after or on the day student finance hits into my account

Hi! You can contact the Pendle accomodation team on [email protected]

Lancaster University Student Ambassador,
Rachel.

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Original post by Coco Sun

Hi, I have not received any accommodation offers yet, my place was confirmed on ucas do I need to do anything else? Lancaster was my insurance, I feel a bit worried about no accommodation offers yet, when does offers come through for insurance students?
Thank you

Hi Coco,

The accommodation team should be in contact with you via email so check junk boxes! If you want to contact the accomodation team you can email them at [email protected] or phone up our clearing lines at +44-800-298-9542.

Hope that helps!
Rachel, Lancaster University Student Ambassador.

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