I don’t know whether to move into student accom

Hi, I’m currently in my final year of university. I go Liverpool John Moores University and I only live like 40 minutes away from the university. For my first year of uni, I was actually in a different university in a different city, I didn’t really get along with my flat mates apart from 1 but I did love my room and my own space. I transferred to the John moores for my second year. I then lived in accommodation then, I did get on with my flat mates but just didn’t totally click with them and I moved home in the January of my second year as I was struggling a bit with my mental wellbeing. At home I have a box room. It is so tiny I can touch either side. Recently, I’ve also not been getting along with my mum, well it’s been like that for 2-3 months. Just constant arguing and it’s taking a toll on me. Also my room is full of mold, next to my bed and along the window sill. I’m thinking of moving out into student accommodation as if I did a masters I was thinking and hoping to move out into student accommodation but I wouldn’t get my sfe. I would be able to afford accommodation this year but obvs won’t have enough money as I would love but I really don’t know what to do. I’m going to view a flat today and the flats an all girls flat. So anyone who has advice please help!!!

Reply 1

LJMUStudentReps

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18

Hi there,

We have plenty of guidance for continuing students who are exploring accommodation options, which you might find helpful. This page gives an overview of where to look and what’s available: LJMU Continuing Student Accommodation: https://www.ljmu.ac.uk/discover/your-student-experience/accommodation/continuing-students

You might also find it reassuring to hear from current LJMU students. On Unibuddy, you can browse student-written blogs by following these steps: Go to Content, then Topics, and use the drop-down menu to select Accommodation or Student Support. You’ll find posts about the pros and cons of halls vs. houses, tips on making friends in halls, experiences from commuting students, and more: https://www.ljmu.ac.uk/study/undergraduate-students/chat-to-a-student

If you’d like more personalised advice, feel free to get in touch with our accommodation team at [email protected]

Megan (LJMU Rep)

Reply 2

EssexStudentRep

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14

Original post

by Anonymous

Hi, I’m currently in my final year of university. I go Liverpool John Moores University and I only live like 40 minutes away from the university. For my first year of uni, I was actually in a different university in a different city, I didn’t really get along with my flat mates apart from 1 but I did love my room and my own space. I transferred to the John moores for my second year. I then lived in accommodation then, I did get on with my flat mates but just didn’t totally click with them and I moved home in the January of my second year as I was struggling a bit with my mental wellbeing. At home I have a box room. It is so tiny I can touch either side. Recently, I’ve also not been getting along with my mum, well it’s been like that for 2-3 months. Just constant arguing and it’s taking a toll on me. Also my room is full of mold, next to my bed and along the window sill. I’m thinking of moving out into student accommodation as if I did a masters I was thinking and hoping to move out into student accommodation but I wouldn’t get my sfe. I would be able to afford accommodation this year but obvs won’t have enough money as I would love but I really don’t know what to do. I’m going to view a flat today and the flats an all girls flat. So anyone who has advice please help!!!

Hi @Anonymous 👋

Hope you are well. I think accommodation might be a good idea yes if you are considering it. Make sure to research all the accomodation choices and if it is in your price range, considering a single studio room or so would be helpful based on past experiences with flatmates if you are worried about that.

Essex Student Rep - Lavanya 💜

Reply 3

BCU Student Rep

Official Rep

18

Original post

by Anonymous

Hi, I’m currently in my final year of university. I go Liverpool John Moores University and I only live like 40 minutes away from the university. For my first year of uni, I was actually in a different university in a different city, I didn’t really get along with my flat mates apart from 1 but I did love my room and my own space. I transferred to the John moores for my second year. I then lived in accommodation then, I did get on with my flat mates but just didn’t totally click with them and I moved home in the January of my second year as I was struggling a bit with my mental wellbeing. At home I have a box room. It is so tiny I can touch either side. Recently, I’ve also not been getting along with my mum, well it’s been like that for 2-3 months. Just constant arguing and it’s taking a toll on me. Also my room is full of mold, next to my bed and along the window sill. I’m thinking of moving out into student accommodation as if I did a masters I was thinking and hoping to move out into student accommodation but I wouldn’t get my sfe. I would be able to afford accommodation this year but obvs won’t have enough money as I would love but I really don’t know what to do. I’m going to view a flat today and the flats an all girls flat. So anyone who has advice please help!!!

Hey @anonymous #1 thank you for this and it makes complete sense that you are torn. You have lived in student accommodation before, you know both the pros and cons. So I hope to break this down for you clearly, so it can make your decision making a little easier.

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Your mental health matters more than anything

Final year is stressful enough without being tense in your own home. Sometimes moving out is not a luxury, it is a mental health safety net. You need to be able to take care of your ability to study, rest and feel stable.

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Mold is not a small issue

Sleeping next to mold can:

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Mess with your respiratory system

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Increase fatigue

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Trigger anxiety and low mood

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Affect focus

So it is not surprising that you are struggling, you are literally trying to study in an environment that is unhealthy.

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Moving to accommodation might be temporary but could change the quality of your year

If the new flat is calm, female-only (which can feel safer if that is your preference), closer to uni, a place where you have space and privacy.

You will find that it could massively improve your mood, sleep, productivity and social experience.

Sometimes having your own space is great for self development.

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You can move out now and still do a master's later

A lot of students live away for undergrad then move home for masters. Others work for a year before doing master's or other alternatives.

I can guarantee you that accommodation decisions now do not trap your future.

Also, I feel like if living at home damages your grades or wellbeing in final year, that could affect your future more than the rent ever will.

If you can afford it this year, it may be the smartest investment in yourself.

I would definitely urge you to consider what feels lighter for you. Choose what gives you relief, hope and a sense of freedom as opposed to stress, dread and feeling trapped.

Practical advice before deciding

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Talk to the accommodation about contract length:

Some allow:

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Semester long stays

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Shorter contracts

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Payment plans

You might not actually need to commit for a full 12 months,

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Work out your minimum monthly budget

Include:

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Rent

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Food

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Essentials

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Travel

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Emergency money

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Consider financial support

Some Unis have:

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Hardship funds

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Emergency bursaries

It never hurts to ask.

I really hope this helps you out and all the best in your decision-making 🙂 Let me know if you have any more questions!

Ru
BCU student rep.

Reply 4

Kingston Eve

Official Rep

13

Original post

by Anonymous

Hi, I’m currently in my final year of university. I go Liverpool John Moores University and I only live like 40 minutes away from the university. For my first year of uni, I was actually in a different university in a different city, I didn’t really get along with my flat mates apart from 1 but I did love my room and my own space. I transferred to the John moores for my second year. I then lived in accommodation then, I did get on with my flat mates but just didn’t totally click with them and I moved home in the January of my second year as I was struggling a bit with my mental wellbeing. At home I have a box room. It is so tiny I can touch either side. Recently, I’ve also not been getting along with my mum, well it’s been like that for 2-3 months. Just constant arguing and it’s taking a toll on me. Also my room is full of mold, next to my bed and along the window sill. I’m thinking of moving out into student accommodation as if I did a masters I was thinking and hoping to move out into student accommodation but I wouldn’t get my sfe. I would be able to afford accommodation this year but obvs won’t have enough money as I would love but I really don’t know what to do. I’m going to view a flat today and the flats an all girls flat. So anyone who has advice please help!!!

Hey!

If you feel like it's time to move on from living at home, looking at your options is a good place to start. Whilst living in a shared flat with others will inevitably be more expensive than your current situation, try and weigh up all costs involved. How much do you spend on commuting/transport right now? Will this amount be significantly reduced if you move closer to campus? Do you have enough money saved from living at home that you could afford accommodation for a few months during your Masters and then look at possibly supplementing your income with part-time work?

If you need more help in reaching a decision, contact your university's accommodation team (LJMUStudentReps responded above with the relevant email) for further advice. They should have a better idea of all of the different accommodation options available to local students and will be able to provide more insight on the financial practicalities of moving out (such as guarantors, payment plans, etc.).

Hope this helps and best of luck! 🙂
Eve (Kingston Rep).

(edited 1 month ago)

Reply 5

LJMUStudentReps

Official Rep

18

Hi There!
I'm sorry to hear you are going through this.
As you are a student at LJMU, I'd strongly suggest getting in touch with the accommodation team within the advice and wellbeing department of the university to look into some of your options.
If things get any worse at home and if you feel it is having an impact on your mental wellbeing, I'd strongly suggest talking to the student advice and wellbeing team as well as your personal tutor in case it impacts on your studies.
If money is an issue, don't forget about opportunities within the university such as Unitemps which offers temporary or part time work for students. As well as this, there are new discovery internships on the way, and you could speak to student futures at the careers zone of the student life building to discuss possible career options.
I hope you get the support and guidance you need throughout this time.
From Josh
Official LJMU Student Rep

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