Attracted by the great universities and the promise of future prospects, people from all over the world come to study in the UK. Halls of residence, student societies and sports clubs are at the centre of the British student way of life. These help every student meet other people with similar interests, and a pint or two later, they’ll be your new best friends.
All the cities in the United Kingdom are unique. London is a city where there is always something going on for those who like living fast. Friendly and cheap, Leeds is one of England’s largest student cities. Manchester might have the best live-music scene and food of the whole country. Nottingham is a small town for party animals - with one of the country’s coolest campuses, too. We also have great student accommodation for students in the UK in Cardiff and Sheffield.
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Portugal is an easygoing country. People here always find time for things like surfing, dinners with friends, a cup of coffee and long conversations. If you study in Portugal, make the most of the great coastline and the warm weather. The country is cheap, cheerful, and lots of fun. The parties go on until sunrise, sometimes beyond that.
Lisbon is a beautiful city that loves a street party more than anything else. Coimbra is one of the world’s most traditional student cities, where many students still wear a uniform. Porto is a small city, but it’s vibrant and exciting. Braga , a city where history, culture and tradition live side by side with technology and academic life, has the youngest population in the country.
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Spain is a country for those who want to make the most out of every moment: to eat well, to drink often, to dance a lot. The tapas and sangria are the stuff of legends, the restaurants buzz, and all the locals love to party.
With its great food, rich culture, and nonstop nightlife, Madrid has real character. Barcelona is young and bohemian, artistic and wild. Some cities are beautifully historic, like Granada, Seville and Salamanca. The Mediterranean cities of Valencia, Palma de Mallorca, Alicante and Malaga have awesome beaches and unforgettable parties. We also have accommodation for students in Zaragoza, Córdoba, Murcia, Cadiz and Bilbao.
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Studying in Italy is probably the best opportunity you’ll ever have to explore a country where every city is fascinating. Get ready, though. Nobody escapes that awesome “pasta, pizza and birra” diet without gaining a few pounds!
France is a country for artists, romantics, and foodies. Of course, it has incredible wine, cheese, croissants and baguettes! But it’s so much more than that because of the way so many cultures meet: in France you can enjoy music and food from all over the world.
Besides all the other great cities and small towns, if you come to study in France, consider studying in Paris. It’s possibly the most beautiful city in the world. Studying here is a privilege - make the most of it!
Studying in Germany will open several doors for your future, regardless of whether you're here for just a semester or a whole year. It's easy to have a great life while studying in Germany. Most universities have abolished tuition fees, so you'll have more money to spend on the already great lifestyle provided by this beautiful country. Practically everyone speaks English, so you'll have no trouble meeting new people at university or exploring the country's vibrant nightlife!
Studying in Berlin is one of the most eye-opening experiences out there. With its hipster culture and after-parties that go on for days: Berlin is the best city to explore just who you are. Studying in rich Munich is completely different: it's pure old world culture in the Bavarian capital. Cologne is home to the biggest university in Germany, so it’s no surprise that the student vibe is all around, which will help to meet people in campus but also at nighttime.
You can check your booking details — such as your booking ID, official move-in and move-out dates, landlord contact information, cancellation policy, and other rental conditions — on the booking confirmation email we sent you or on your Personal Dashboard.
To access your Personal Dashboard, log in to your Uniplaces account, click on your name on the top right-hand side of your screen, and click on "Booking requests".
This is where you can find everything about your booking.
The first month's rent is paid directly to Uniplaces and is transferred to your landlord 24 hours after you move in. After that, your monthly rent has to be paid directly to your landlord.
Remember that you also need to pay a security deposit and admin fee (if applicable) directly to your landlord on the day you check in.
Please get in touch with your landlord to agree on how you're going to pay your monthly rent.
Uniplaces strives to make sure the photos and information you see in our listings accurately represent what you will find when you arrive in your new home. We created the 24-hour safety period to protect our students and to make sure they are compensated in case something goes wrong.
In the unlikely and unfortunate event of arriving only to find a place that looks completely different from the one you booked, or if it has different conditions from the ones that were included in the listing, please let us know within 24 hours of your move-in date so we can investigate and withhold the rent transfer to the landlord.
Are you having a problem with your move-in?
We’re very sorry that you’re having an issue with your move-in. If you’re still within the first 24 hours of your official move-in date, you can easily file a complaint on your dashboard. Simply follow these steps:
We will answer you back as soon as possible to help you in any way we can.
Important: Please keep in mind that we can only help you within the 24 hours of your move-in date, so it is essential that you report your issue within this time. After these 24 hours, your first rent is transferred to your landlord, and you won't be able to receive a refund.
Tip: Make sure to collect evidence (photos and videos) to support your complaint, as we will request it at a later stage. Also, try to discuss your issue with your landlord before filing a complaint so they are given the opportunity to fix it.
We’re very sorry that you’re having an issue with your move-in. If you’re still within the first 24 hours of your official move-in date, you can easily file a complaint on your dashboard. Simply follow these steps:
We will answer you back as soon as possible to help you in any way we can.
Important: Please keep in mind that we can only help you within the 24 hours of your move-in date, so it is essential that you report your issue within this time. After these 24 hours, your first rent is transferred to your landlord, and you won't be able to receive a refund.
Tip: Make sure to collect evidence (photos and videos) to support your complaint, as we will request it at a later stage. Also, try to discuss your issue with your landlord before filing a complaint so they are given the opportunity to fix it.
Sometimes a booking might be cancelled unexpectedly. It may be related to your landlord or to the place you booked. Whatever the reason, you will be notified of the cancellation immediately.
If either your landlord or Uniplaces cancels your booking, you will be fully refunded, including the first month's rent, the Uniplaces service fee, and any deposit you may have paid. Depending on your payment method and bank account, the amount you paid should reach your bank account within 10 business days.
You might be contacted by a Uniplaces agent to help you find a new place. We will suggest similar places to the one you booked and make sure they match your original preferences.
In case no other similar place is available for the dates you selected, try editing your preferences. The less limited they are, the more likely you are to find a great place!