{"id":10931,"date":"2022-06-30T07:30:26","date_gmt":"2022-06-30T07:30:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.glos.ac.uk\/information\/?post_type=ht_kb&p=10931"},"modified":"2026-04-29T08:27:24","modified_gmt":"2026-04-29T08:27:24","slug":"international-student-accommodation","status":"publish","type":"ht_kb","link":"https:\/\/www.glos.ac.uk\/information\/knowledge-base\/international-student-accommodation\/","title":{"rendered":"International student accommodation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Please read all the below information on the range of halls and private accommodation available to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

September 2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We offer a Halls accommodation guarantee in university or partner-managed halls of residence for undergraduate, postgraduate, and international students who meet the following criteria:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Applicants will need a Conditional or Unconditional Firm Offer with the University to complete the Halls of Residence application process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our September Halls of Residence contract starts on 12 September 2026<\/strong> and ends on 19 June 2027<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We have a range of halls of residence accommodation available to international students across Cheltenham and Gloucester. Some are managed by the University and others by partner companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prices range from \u00a3165 per week<\/strong> (a room with shared kitchen and bathroom) to \u00a3265 per week<\/strong> (self-contained studio). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The majority of our rooms are en-suite (personal shower room) with shared kitchens, which range from \u00a3199 \u2013 \u00a3214 per week<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can apply to live in halls of residence if you are a full-time student and are looking for a single-occupancy room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Standard halls contracts in University-managed halls are fully inclusive of all your bills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All rooms are single occupancy. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Virtual accommodation tours<\/a><\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n

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Please note<\/strong>: once you have accepted your place in Halls of Residence and have moved in, your agreement is legally binding, and you will not be released from the accommodation should you change your mind. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do not accept a contract if you intend to look for alternative accommodation on arrival. You will be liable for the payment for the full period of the contract, even if you leave earlier, so to avoid disappointment and financial difficulty, be sure you are happy with the full contract.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When we send you a room offer, you only need to make a \u00a3200 advanced rent payment<\/strong> to secure your room. If you have queries about your allocation or wish to ask about longer contract lengths you can email our Halls Allocations team: hallsallocations@glos.ac.uk<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Temporary accommodation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The University does not provide temporary accommodation. Therefore, this is something you would need to search for externally. If you would like a list of external temporary accommodation options, please email the Housing Support Team<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

University approved accommodation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Private sector<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The University has a dedicated website for students at the university to find accommodation in approved shared student housing in the private sector. This is where you rent a property directly from a private landlord. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can find all approved accommodation at: www.glosstudentpad.com<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You need to contact the landlords directly from the site to enquire about specific properties. All contact details are on each advert for each landlord, and in most cases, you can send a message through the site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All properties on the site are registered with the university and meet certain health and safety criteria. Each property will vary in size, location, rental amount and standard, so it is important that you view several properties before making your final decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Additional information on private housing<\/a><\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n

All these properties are shared student housing, where you take a room in a property, sharing the communal spaces with other students. It is important to visit the property and meet the other housemates, where possible, to ensure you feel comfortable that it is a suitable environment for you to live and study.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s very important you view the property and meet the tenants before committing to a property – we would recommend that you book temporary accommodation for your arrival and allow yourself time to conduct in-person viewings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Council Tax<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you have an adult within the property that is not<\/strong> a full-time student, they may be liable for Council Tax as well; details on council tax charges and how to set up your bills can be found below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Council tax information in Cheltenham<\/a>
Council tax information in Gloucester<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

General advice for international students about council tax and exemptions can be found on the UKCISA website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact Accommodation <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you wish to discuss your accommodation options further, on the phone, via email or via a Teams Call, please do not hesitate to contact us and we will arrange a time with a member of staff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Housing Support Team<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

For assistance with queries about private sector housing:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sharon Joynes<\/strong>
Housing Support Adviser
Phone: 01242 714533<\/a>
Email: housingsupport@glos.ac.uk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Joey Bowden<\/strong>
Housing Support & Community Manager
Phone: 01242 715322<\/a>
Email: housingsupport@glos.ac.uk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Halls Allocations Team<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

For queries about halls allocations or contracts:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gemma Hill<\/strong>
Accommodation Allocations Adviser
Phone: 01242 714509<\/a>
Email: hallsallocations@glos.ac.uk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

David Manohar<\/strong>
Accommodation Allocations and Systems Manager
Phone: 01242 714546<\/a>
Email: hallsallocations@glos.ac.uk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Accommodation Team (general enquiries)<\/strong>
Phone: 01242 714544<\/a>
Email: accommodation@glos.ac.uk<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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