Accommodation for PhD students - Dundee vs St Andrews
Hi!
I am an incoming PhD student at St Andrews and am debating my accommodation options. Being an international student, I have no idea which place would be the best for me.
A little background about me: I am used to big cities, enjoy parks, and safety is important. I don't need to go to university often, maybe once or twice a week (slightly more in the first few months, I suppose). The studio in Dundee comes with all bills included, while the St Andrews house does not - rent-wise, it is coming out to be the same. In Dundee, the property is located in the Greenmarket area.
I would be SO grateful for any advice!
Thanks!
I am an incoming PhD student at St Andrews and am debating my accommodation options. Being an international student, I have no idea which place would be the best for me.
A little background about me: I am used to big cities, enjoy parks, and safety is important. I don't need to go to university often, maybe once or twice a week (slightly more in the first few months, I suppose). The studio in Dundee comes with all bills included, while the St Andrews house does not - rent-wise, it is coming out to be the same. In Dundee, the property is located in the Greenmarket area.
I would be SO grateful for any advice!
Thanks!
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Hi! I don’t really have any advice but I have a studio contract that I need someone to take over. It has great security but I’m just dropping out of uni so I can’t stay there anymore. Dm me if you’re interested ! I’m willing to pay for the first couple weeks of rent.
I was a St Andrews student and will say that living in Dundee, for me, was a much better experience, after living in St Andrews for my first year.
I was a St Andrews student and will say that living in Dundee, for me, was a much better experience, after living in St Andrews for my first year.
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