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Single gender or mixed gender accomodation at university

Should I stay in mixed or single gender accom? Newcastle uni btw

My parents are saying I should stay in single gender accomodation because we are quite a religious family. However, I feel like a lot of people who will opt for single gender accomodation as guys will probably be doing so for the most part for strange reasons. I've heard many people say male only accoms can be quite weird

I don't know how to convince my parents to let me go to a mixed accom

Reply 1

Ignore your parents. Go for mixed accommodation. You might meet your future wife at Newcastle University!!! 😉 lol

Reply 2

As a bloke, go for the mixed gender accomodation. I went into an all dudes accom and they trashed the place and I had to clean up after their crap. And yes, male accoms can be weird.

Reply 3

Mixed accommodation fosters diverse friendships, prepares me for real-world interactions, and offers a balanced environment. I’ll stay respectful of our values but need this growth opportunity.

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