Living in the UK is an experience thousands of people dream of. Students have an opportunity to discover themselves here, in a culture of freedom and independence. Britain’s history and tradition, along with its pub culture, are unique. Together, they create an unforgettable experience at all levels.
Universities in the UK are different. Here, they teach you to think critically for yourself. Instead of preparing you in a memory-based, heavily theoretical way, universities open your eyes, they develop your thinking skills and so you acquire and create your own knowledge.
One of the most exciting aspects of studying in the UK is its melting pot of worldwide communities. The diversity of the people you study with allows you to see the world from different perspectives. As British universities are at the forefront of academic research, and you have all the ingredients to soar above your highest expectations - while having the time of your life.
We’ve recently started offering student accommodation in these cities in the UK: London, Manchester, Nottingham, Leeds, Cardiff, Sheffield.
London is a city where you will never run out of things to do. The capital of England is well known for its famous, iconic landmarks such as the Big Ben, St. Paul’s cathedral, amongst thousands and thousands more. Then there’s the British cultural heritage, best displayed by its impressive architecture and the huge museums.
However, we know that students also care a lot about a city’s nightlife and atmosphere. This city never sleeps! Pubs, bars, clubs, warehouse afterparties, you name it: London has it all.
When it comes to finding a place to live in London, you know you can count on Uniplaces to help you!
The city of Manchester is northern England’s cultural hub. Going from the Curry Mile in Rusholme, to one of Britain’s biggest Chinatowns, Manchester is all about diversity.
Students can also make the most of this city’s huge sports culture, featuring the National Cycling Club and the largest martial arts club in the nation. To top it off, Manchester has two of the Premier League’s biggest clubs: Manchester United and Manchester City.
If you’re looking for a place to stay in Manchester, then don’t hesitate: Uniplaces is here to help you!
Studying in Nottingham is great for thousands of reasons. The city is made famous by the heroic outlaw Robin Hood, but that’s not all it’s known for. Nottingham is a vibrant city with a great student atmosphere, which often hosts several international artists at its venues.
The coolest thing about Nottingham is how great the nightlife is. Most of the spots are close to each other, and you’ll always find students enjoying the great music over a few drinks. Of course it also helps that you can enjoy this place to study for just a fraction of the living costs of London!
Located in the middle of Great Britain, Leeds is one of the fastest growing cities in the country. Not too small but not too big either, the perfect size to make you feel right at home. It has a lot going on for students, from events and parties to music festivals, and of course plenty of bars and discos for the exciting (even if sometimes rainy) night outs. If you want to master your english, do your Erasmus or even master’s degree, make sure to check out what Leeds has to offer.
Its position will make travelling around the UK very easy so if you’re one of those spontaneous people that take night trains to cross the country and spends some hours in another city, Leeds is the perfect homebase to do so.
Need a room to rent? Maybe an studio or an apartment to share? Check out the offers on Uniplaces, where you can filter your needs, requirements and many more options.
The capital and commercial centre of Wales, but also one of the most important cities in the UK. The waterfront shows a modern vibe and is home to the Welch Senate, the Assembly and the Millennium Centre. While the centre still keeps the ancient era alive, with touristics sighs like the Cardiff Castle.
Hometown of Roald Dahl and currently the film set of Doctor Who; it is also one of the newest capital cities in Europe and has an incredible nightlife, as well as a great music and sport scene. If you like rugby, Cardiff is definitely the place for you. The city offers plenty of programmes and universities, which makes for a great Erasmus destination.
As a student, you are probably looking for a place near the university or/and the city centre, Uniplaces is here to help you. Head over to the website and browse and filter as much as you want so that you can find the perfect room to rent or apartment to share while your stay in the city.
A city that has left behind the steel industry and has opened the doors to urban renewal. This change has made Sheffield become a very popular for national and international students.
Home of the oldest football club in the world, Sheffield FC, and also one of the greenest cities in the Europe. The typical british architecture, the big university campuses and the pubs of Sheffield will welcome you with arms wide open and you’ll be soon cutting the word the off of your vocabulary and using while as until, like a true local.
But before becoming a true local, you will need a place to live. Uniplaces has offers for all requirements. Rooms to rent, apartments to share and even studios. Make sure to head over to the website to check out the offers. You can rent from your sofa at home and when you get to Sheffield for your Erasmus you will already have your accomodation booked and confirmed.
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!