Accommodation
You must have somewhere suitable to stay when you arrive in London and while you study here. This must be in the "Greater London" area.
The College does not have a hostel or residences, but we can help you arrange accommodation; there are different options below. You can also arrange accommodation with friends, relatives or through a personal contact.
We advise you to live close to the College, away from the more expensive central areas of the city; this will also mean that you spend less money and time on travel.
On arrival, one of the first things we will do is ask you to confirm your UK accommodation arrangements, so that we can advise you about potential problems. Information and advice about changing accommodation is one part of our Welcome & Induction process.
Please download this information and booking leaflet or see below for information and costs for the different types of accommodation.
Home Stay
A great way to learn about the culture of the UK is to stay in a private home. Our Home Stay hosts are all carefully selected and checked by our partner agency. They are English speakers, and include a range of backgrounds, cultures and ages.
Home Stay Prices 2013
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Bed & Breakfast (single room), zones 1-2
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£155 per week per person
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| Bed & Breakfast (single room), zones 3-4 |
£135 per week per person
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Bed, Breakfast & Evening Meal (single room), zones 1-2
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£193 per week per person
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| Bed, Breakfast & Evening Meal (single room), zones 3-4 |
£165 per week per person
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Booking / Arrangement Fee
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£50 per person
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Deposit (refundable)
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two weeks rent
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Summer supplement
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£10 per week per person
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Christmas / New Year supplement
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£ 30 per week and person
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Self-Catering; Student House / Family
An alternative to HomeStay. You cook your own meals. The accommodation may be supervised or unsupervised.
Booking
With your booking you normally must pay 4 weeks rent in advance. You must arrange insurance for your possessions.
Inside View
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