Accommodation Guide 2020/21See inside for details of:• guaranteed accommodation for undergraduate students • our £38 million student village in Cheltenham• new halls in Gloucester
First year undergraduates who apply before 4 July 2019 and accept the University of Gloucestershire as their first choice and complete the online halls of residence application process will be guaranteed a place in university halls of residence or partner halls of residence for 2019 entry.
If you are a first year international undergraduate student entering your studies at the university and you have firmly accepted your offer, paid your tuition fee deposit and completed the online halls of residence application process by 4 August 2019, you will be guaranteed university halls of residence or partner halls of residence for 2019 entry.
Welcome to our service 4-7
How to apply for halls of residence 8
Halls of residence facilities 10-11
Cheltenham halls of residence
Map of Cheltenham 12
Pittville Student Village 14-19
Halls supporting Francis 20-22 Close Hall campus
Halls supporting 23-25 Park campus
Gloucester halls of residence
Map of Gloucester 26
Halls supporting 28-33 Oxstalls campus
University approved 34-35 housing and lodgings
Accommodation Manager 36
Second year halls 37
Open days 38-39
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Contents
Accommodation Guide
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This guide features all the information you will need regarding the accommodation options available at the University of Gloucestershire. This includes information on our halls of residence and university approved housing, the facilities on offer, how to apply and the support that is available to you.
UUK Code of Practice The University of Gloucestershire is signed up to the Universities UK (UUK) Code of Practice. The code
outlines best practice and provides benchmarks for the management and quality of university managed student accommodation in the higher education sector. You can find more information about the UUK Code of Practice at universitiesuk.ac.uk
How to contact usYou can contact us by calling 01242 714544 or email us at [email protected]
You can also find out more about our services on our website, along with more images and virtual tours of our halls of residence. It’s also a great place to find the latest accommodation news at glos.ac.uk/accommodation
Welcome
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Park campus, Cheltenham
Halls of residenceThe Accommodation Team manages a large portfolio of halls of residence and accommodation managed by the university directly. We also have partner halls of residence, including Blackfriars, our newest development which opened in September 2018. You can find more information about our halls and application process on page 8.
University approved housingThe Accommodation Team holds a large database of external student housing that meets the university’s strict safety standards. You can find more information about the scheme along with how to access it on page 34.
University registered lodgingsLodgings are where a tenant lives in the same property as the landlord. We find this option is particularly popular with international and older students. You can find out more information on page 35.
Temporary accommodationWe do not provide temporary accommodation. However, we can provide a list of bed and breakfast accommodation or you can contact the local tourist board offices. Please ensure you book temporary accommodation BEFORE your arrival.
Types of accommodation
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UK/EU undergraduate studentsYou will be guaranteed accommodation in university halls or partner halls of residence for 2019 entry if:
• you are a first year UK/EU undergraduate, and
• you are holding an unconditional firm or conditional firm offer (UF or CF) at the university, and
• you have accepted the University of Gloucestershire as your first choice and applied for accommodation by 4 July 2019.
Postgraduate UK/EU students We have town house accommodation in Cheltenham which is ideal for postgraduates (including PGCE students). Based in our newly developed Pittville Student Village which opened in 2017, these town houses provide study bedroom accommodation with large modern kitchens and communal areas.
You will be guaranteed accommodation in university halls or partner halls of residence for 2019 entry if:
• you are a first year postgraduate, and
• you have firmly accepted your offer, and
• completed the online halls of residence application process by 1 July 2019.
International undergraduate and postgraduate students You will be guaranteed accommodation in university halls or partner halls of residence for 2019 entry if:
• you are a first year international undergraduate or postgraduate, and
• you have firmly accepted your offer, and
• paid your tuition fee deposit, and
• completed the online halls of residence application process by 4 August 2019.
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Returning UK/EU undergraduate studentsWe also have halls accommodation available for returning students, so you can choose to stay in or return to halls of residence for any year of your study. Applications are taken from January each year for the following September.
Students with disabilities The university is committed to accommodating the needs of students with disabilities. In order for the Accommodation Team to assist with specific requirements, we encourage you to initially contact one of our disability advisers.
Tel: 01242 714541 Email: [email protected]
Please also state your requirements during the halls of residence application process (see page 8).
Care leaversThe Accommodation Team ensures that care leavers are a priority group for entrance into halls of residence in their first year and the team has specialist housing advisers who help with finding suitable student accommodation in subsequent years.
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Halls of residence can be a great start to university life and we currently have approximately 1,900 places in halls of residence on or near all of our campuses. They are all close to the town and city centres and are also served by the university bus service.
Rooms range in price from £123 - £197 per week* depending on the facilities available.
All rent is inclusive of the following:
• utility bills (water, electricity, gas)
• internet
• basic contents insurance
All halls are self-catered. The standard contract length is 40 weeks.
What you can expect as standard for all halls of residence is shown on page 10.
Pages 14-35 provide details of each of the residences, including the facilities, room types and costs per week for each residence.
Other university managed accommodationThe university sometimes takes on additional properties in the Cheltenham and Gloucester area to accommodate incoming students. If you apply for university accommodation you may be allocated one of these properties should those listed within this brochure be fully allocated.
Halls of residence application processOnce you have accepted your offer you can apply online for 2020/21 from January 2020 at glos.ac.uk/accommodation
• Select your preferred halls. We cannot guarantee meeting your request but we will allocate as closely as possible. Please note that the earlier you apply the better chance you will have of being allocated your preferred choice.
• Instructions on how to accept your room offer will be emailed to the address supplied during the halls of residence application process.
• Instructions will include completing the room acceptance process via our Halls Portal. Here you will be given details of your room, dates of occupancy, rent and the full terms and conditions.
• You will also need to make a booking payment of £200 and set up a direct debit for rent payment within seven days of receiving your room offer.
If you accept an offer of a place in halls of residence, you will be signing a legally binding contract for the full period stated on the offer letter. For Blackfriars residence you will be contacted directly by Cityheart who manage this property.
Terms and conditionsFor many reasons, including the health and safety of all student residents, there are certain terms and conditions you are agreeing to when you accept a place in halls. You can find a copy of these at glos.ac.uk/accommodation. Please note all halls are non-smoking and no halls students are permitted to bring vehicles.
*2019/20 prices and subject to change
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Halls of residence
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Halls of residence facilitiesAll halls come equipped with the following items:
Study bedroom:
• bed
• wardrobe
• drawers/shelves
• chair
• desk
• internet access
Kitchens:
• microwave
• cooker
• toaster
• kettle
• refrigerator
• freezer
Laundry facilities are on or near each campus and are operated either by coins or via an app depending on location.
The following pages provide details of each of the residences, including the facilities, room types and costs per week.
Residential supportThere is a Residential Support Team that is responsible for pastoral care. This team consists of residential support advisers who are full-time staff and residential assistants who are returning students recruited by the Accommodation Team. The Residential Support Team is on hand to assist you with a variety of issues that may arise while living in residence, including welfare and maintenance issues. The halls are also supported by our security, cleaning and maintenance teams who help ensure the smooth running of halls.
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Pittville Student Village
Closest campus Francis Close Hall
Closest campus Park
Closest campus Oxstalls
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Home to our Park and Francis Close Hall campuses, Cheltenham is at the heart of the county’s thriving events industry, playing host to the annual science, literature, music and jazz festivals, as well as award-winning music festivals such as 2000trees and Wychwood. It’s also a short walk from the Cotswolds’ stunning countryside landscapes.
Both campuses are within 10-15 minutes’ walking distance of the centre of town with a regular bus service operating between all halls sites, the campuses and Gloucester.
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“The Uliving Village at Pittville has been designed to provide students with a first class living and learning environment. The student village has been planned to ensure residents have high quality accommodation facilities alongside a range of leisure and social amenities, creating a safe, welcoming community.”
Self Contained En-Suite Studio
IPhilip Duggleby Key Account Manager, Uliving
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Pittville Student Village
Pittville Student Village, Cheltenham
On site facilities include:• Reception and welcome area
• Student bar
• Refectory/café/shop
• Gym facility with flexible-use studio/activity space
• Student laundry room
• Faith space
• Landscaped courtyards with outdoor seating, social and gathering space
• Multi-use games area suitable for a variety of sports
• Staff, visitor and blue badge parking
• Cycle stores within secure enclosures
Buses from Pittville run to all campuses
Our Pittville Student Village is the result of £38 million investment and opened in September 2017 exclusively for new University of Gloucestershire students, adding an additional 800 rooms to our portfolio. Pittville is included in our Accommodation Guarantee (see p6).
This exciting new site has been developed in partnership with Uliving, leaders in student living and sustainable construction. The village boasts landscaped grounds, ergonomic social spaces, study suite and 24/7 on-site security.
All rooms offer 4ft wide (three quarter size) beds within flats and houses which look out onto green courtyards. Over 600 of the
bedrooms have en-suite facilities. There are also 60 self-contained studio rooms available, with both en-suite bathroom and kitchenette.
The village is a short walk to Pittville Park’s rolling lawns, magnificent lakes and Grade I listed Pittville Pump Room that hosts regular concerts and cultural events. Cheltenham Racecourse, home to some of the region’s biggest festivals and events, is also a stone’s throw away.
Pittville is only 20 minutes’ walk from Francis Close Hall (FCH) campus, 20 minutes’ walk from Cheltenham town centre and has regular bus routes during term time including a late night bus on student nights.
Pittville Park, Cheltenham
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Study suite, Pittville Student Village
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Standard/enhanced en-suite
Standard en-suiteThe cluster apartments contain a mixture of between six and 10 bedrooms on each floor with a shared kitchen and separate shared common room. Each bedroom has a study area with desk, storage, wardrobe and en-suite shower.
Rent: £153* per week Study Bedrooms: 40 bedrooms glos.ac.uk/pittville
Enhanced en-suiteThe cluster apartments contain a mixture of between six and 10 bedrooms on each floor with a shared kitchen and separate shared common room. An enhanced en-suite is larger and has a higher furniture specification.
Rent: £159* per week Study Bedrooms: 297 bedrooms glos.ac.uk/pittville
*2019/20 prices and subject to change
Pittville Student Village, Cheltenham
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20 minutes’ walk in to town
*2019/20 prices and subject to change
Self-contained en-suite studio/one bed flat
The studio rooms and one-bed flats are available across the new halls. These plush rooms are self-contained with their own kitchenette which includes a microwave, two-ring hob, sink and refrigerator.
Rent: £197* per week Study Bedrooms: 60 glos.ac.uk/pittville
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All rooms offer three-quarter size beds
Shared townhouse
The townhouses are four-storey buildings with a spacious ground floor shared common room with kitchen. The three upper floors have four single modern bedrooms and two shared bathrooms.
Rent: £137-£142* per week Study Bedrooms: 180 bedrooms glos.ac.uk/pittville
*2019/20 prices and subject to change
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Also available for postgraduate including PGCE students
Original halls of residence
These 10 re-vamped halls of residence have four storeys, with the ground floor containing five bedrooms and the upper floors six. Each floor offers en-suite bedrooms, a shared kitchen and separate shared common room per floor. Each block has a disability access bedroom available on the ground floor.
Rent: £148* per week Study Bedrooms: 214 glos.ac.uk/pittville
*2019/20 prices and subject to change
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Pittville Student Village, Cheltenham
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Late night shuttle bus on student nights in Cheltenham
I Tom Rees History, Religion, Philosophy and Ethics graduate
“I lived in Shaftesbury Hall for my first year and one thing I loved about my room was that I had an en-suite bathroom. I’d never had one before I came to university so it felt like a bit of a luxury! It was also great to be so close to Cheltenham because I could get to everywhere I needed to on foot – in fact it even only took me 6 minutes to get from being asleep in bed to lectures, which was just brilliant!”
Pittville Student Village: GL52 3JGHardwick: GL50 4BSShaftesbury Hall: GL50 4AX
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Halls supporting Francis Close Hall campus
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Nearest campus: Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
Shaftesbury Hall is a modern development next to Francis Close Hall campus. The student flats are also within walking distance of Cheltenham town centre and are very close to the university bus service. The hall has three blocks: Cinderford, Stroud and Tewkesbury.
Study Bedroom Rent: £143* per weekOne Bed Hall Flat Rent: £197* per week Study Bedrooms: 104 bedrooms glos.ac.uk/shaftesbury
*2019/20 prices and subject to change
Shaftesbury Hall
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Nearest campus: Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
Our Hardwick halls of residence feature spacious en-suite rooms which are located on our newly renovated Hardwick campus. There are three Hardwick residence blocks: Avon, Severn and Thames housing 123 students. They are around three minutes’ walk from Francis Close Hall campus and 10 minutes from Cheltenham town centre.
Rent: £133* per weekStudy Bedrooms: 123 bedrooms glos.ac.uk/hardwick
Rooms may vary from those pictured*2019/20 prices and subject to change
Hardwick
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“ It’s a real family feeling in halls. We cook and eat together. We go to town and back at night together, and it feels safe. The library and restaurant are on campus. We often go to study together and grab coffee and chips on the way to see us through. The view of the lake from our kitchen window is so beautiful. I walk around it when I need to clear my head.”
IJuliet Laleye Law graduate
Park Villas: GL50 2RHPark Challinor: GL50 2RH
Pittville Student Village: GL52 3JG
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Nearest campus: Park, Cheltenham
The Park Villas are located on the beautifully landscaped Park campus. The five villas, Grace, Dowty, Jenner, Tyndale and Cooke, house 36-39 students each.
Rent: £143* per weekStudy Bedrooms: 183 bedrooms glos.ac.uk/parkvillas
Rooms may vary from those pictured*2019/20 prices and subject to change
Park Villas
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Nearest campus: Park, Cheltenham
Challinor is located on Park campus and has been recently renovated to a high standard. These halls feature a mixture of en-suite rooms and rooms with shared bathroom facilities.
Rent: £123-£143* per weekStudy Bedrooms: 59 bedrooms glos.ac.uk/challinor
Rooms may vary from those pictured*2019/20 prices and subject to change
Park Challinor
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Just 20 minutes’ walk from the city centre you’ll find Oxstalls campus, home to our sport, business, performing arts and nursing courses. If you’re looking for a burst of adrenaline to break up your studies you can always take a trip to Gloucester Ski and Snowboard Centre or give rock climbing a go at the Warehouse. Alternatively, hit the shops, cinema and restaurants at the Gloucester Quays outlet shopping centre.
There is a regular bus service operating between all halls sites, the campuses and Cheltenham town centre.
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Gloucester’s historic docks
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“ Looking back at my year in halls the main thing that sticks out for me is just how much fun the whole year was! We were never short on laughs throughout. I was actually a little surprised at how much everyone got on if I’m honest. Before I moved in I was worried that living with lots of people from different backgrounds would clash, but we all got on so well. In my final year I moved into a shared house just around the corner from Oxstalls campus, mostly with students that I have lived with this year.”
IEmma Wilkinson Events Management graduate
Oxstalls Halls: GL2 9HWBlackfriars: GL1 2JHErmin Hall: GL1 3JPUpper Quay: GL1 2JD
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Halls supporting Oxstalls campus
B WOx Onkitchen
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Nearest campus: Oxstalls, Gloucester
These halls are based on Oxstalls campus and house 175 students divided into six blocks (May, Birdlip, Coopers, Crickley, Robinswood and Chalford) within 21 cluster flats.
Rent: £143* per weekStudy Bedrooms: 175 bedrooms glos.ac.uk/oxstalls
Rooms may vary from those pictured*2019/20 prices and subject to change
Oxstalls Halls
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The brand new Blackfriars development opened in September 2018 for our students.
This exciting new accommodation hosts nearly 300 rooms for new and returning students, and is managed by Cityheart.
A combination of accommodation types are available, including en-suite rooms in cluster flats, townhouses offering great communal spaces and self-contained studios.
The site is located in Gloucester’s historic city centre, close to the main shops and restaurants and a 25 minute walk to Oxstalls campus. The 94U bus, operated by Stagecoach, also runs a regular service from the city centre to Oxstalls as well as our campuses in Cheltenham.
Rents
Blackfriars shared townhouse room: £142*
Blackfriars Standard en-suite bedroom: £148*
Blackfriars Premium en-suite bedroom: £153*
Blackfriars Studio: £191*
*2019/20 prices and subject to change
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Blackfriars
Studio
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Nearest campus: Oxstalls, Gloucester
Ermin Hall offers very comfortable halls built to a high specification. Situated in the quiet, tree lined residential area on Denmark Road, a short and pleasant 10 minute walk from Oxstalls campus and 15 minute walk from the city centre. It’s also close to the transport links for rail, coach and bus. The hall houses 85 students in single study bedrooms with en-suite facilities.
Rent: £133* per weekStudy Bedrooms: 85 bedrooms glos.ac.uk/ermin
Rooms may vary from those pictured*2019/20 prices and subject to change
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Nearest campus: Oxstalls, Gloucester
Upper Quay is situated in the Westgate quarter of Gloucester, around 20 minutes’ walk from Oxstalls campus. It’s among the most historic and interesting areas in the city, with the magnificent and well-known Gloucester Cathedral on the doorstep. You can also enjoy the new shops, bars and restaurants that sit on the waterfront of the historic docklands.
Rent: £133* per weekOne Bed Flat Rent: £197* per weekStudy Bedrooms: 132 bedrooms glos.ac.uk/upperquay
Rooms may vary from those pictured*2019/20 prices and subject to change
Offkitchen
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The Accommodation Team provides a number of alternatives to halls of residence, which are available to you in the private sector.
University approved housingIf you decide halls of residence are not for you, then you may wish to consider shared houses or flats in the private sector. This option involves finding property away from campus and living with your fellow students for the academic year. Some first year students and a large majority of returning students choose this option.
The Accommodation Team advertises available housing which landlords have registered through our University Registration Scheme. This scheme ensures all properties have been visited and that they meet certain health and safety criteria set by the university including providing gas and electrical certificates. Please note that the contract will be directly with the landlord, not the university.
StudentpadAll university approved housing is advertised on our website glosstudentpad.co.uk
This is exclusive to University of Gloucestershire students and features in-depth information about each property along with other useful tools and a message board.
You can access Studentpad by completing the registration process on the website. Please note that access is only given to students with a firm offer at the university (UF or CF).
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University approved housing and lodgings
Property detailsMost properties on the list will have between three and eight bedrooms with shared kitchens and bathrooms and appropriate furniture to cater for the number of students living in the property. You should expect to pay approximately £88 to £105 per week* in rent, exclusive of bills, based on four people sharing. You should try to budget approximately £15 a week* towards standard utility bills if they are not included in your rent. Phone and internet can often be charged on top of your utility bills so this would also need to be budgeted for.
ContractsWhile all halls of residence contracts last for 40 weeks, housing contracts can be up to 12 months and you will find that contract lengths vary from property to property. When signing a contract ensure you have read through it thoroughly and that you are happy with all aspects. Normally you would expect to pay a deposit of one month’s rent when signing the contract to secure your room. The Housing Support Team provides information, advice and guidance but the contract is between the student and the landlord.
LodgingsThe Accommodation Team also produces a list of study bedrooms available in houses where the owner lives in the same property. These lodgings offer a variety of flexible, non-fixed term accommodation with the choice of self-catering, half-board or bed and breakfast only. Rent for self-catered lodgings is approximately £70-£100 per week*. Lodgings are generally good value for money with no further bills to pay.
This accommodation also offers flexibility as there are no formal tenancy agreements. The Accommodation Team does not view these properties but asks for a copy of a landlord’s valid gas certificate.
Letting agentsThere are many letting agents in Cheltenham and Gloucester. The accommodation office does not endorse or recommend any of these. Do talk to us about specific agents before signing up to a contract.
Housing adviceThe Housing Support Team is on hand to offer support and guidance to students living off campus, ensuring you settle into your new home quickly and have a happy and productive time at university. You can go to the Housing Support Team if you have any problems, queries or questions to do with any aspect of student housing.
Tel: 01242 715322 Email: [email protected]
Student rented housing guideThe Housing Support Team produces a guide to assist students who rent houses during their time at the university. You can download our comprehensive guide to renting, ‘Renting the Perfect Pad: Your Student Guide’ at glos.ac.uk/renting-guide
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“Before I joined the accommodation team I was actually a student at the university myself. In my second year I was also a residential assistant in halls of residence. I found the role so rewarding that I decided to stay on and become a full-time residential support adviser after successfully completing my degree. I now manage the service, providing pastoral care and support for our new students, but also ensuring that the terms and conditions of the halls contract are met. I’d like to think that my previous experience as a student here helps to enhance the service we provide.”
IStephen Burrows Accommodation Manager
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If you enjoy living in halls in your first year, we can offer you halls accommodation in your second and even third year of study.Benefits: • no summer retainer or holding fees • bills are included • 24-hour security • excellent on-site support while you concentrate on your studies • studio and en-suite rooms available.
We’ll be in touch with more details and the simple application process around October 2019.
Let’s do this again next year
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In the meantime, if you’d like more details please don’t hesitate to get in touch:
T: 01242 714544
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Disclaimer: The university will take all reasonable steps to provide accommodation as described in this brochure. However, it does not guarantee the provision of such services and this brochure does not form part of a contract between you and the university. Please do check appropriate websites for the most up-to-date information on fees and additional costs.
The Accommodation Office University of Gloucestershire First FloorLaurie Lee BuildingPittville Student VillageAlbert RoadCheltenhamGL52 3JG
Tel: +44 (0)1242 714544 Email: [email protected] glos.ac.uk/accommodation