Accommodation

Bay Campus accommodation for The College students

Accommodation applications for May, June and September are now open!

We are delighted to be able to offer guaranteed accommodation in our brand new Halls, the Rod Jones Complex, for students commencing studies at The College.

Applications are now open – stay in our high quality, en suite rooms, with a choice of Medium rooms (120cm beds) or Premium rooms (140cm beds) with additional chair and extra space. You can apply as soon as you have your 6 digit Swansea University ID number, using the link below, just make sure to select “The College” when applying to guarantee an offer of a room (please note that premium rooms are subject to availability and could sell-out!). If you have any questions about accommodation, please do email us at the-college-accommodation@swansea.ac.uk.

We look forward to seeing you move in soon!

How To Apply

If you are experiencing any difficulties with your application, please see the ‘Apply Online: Step by Step’ information the ‘Apply for Accommodation’ section or email The College Accommodation for further assistance.

Room Types

Medium En Suite Room

£144 per week
From September 2019 intake: £148 per week

All rooms are equipped with:

Small double bed (known as 3/4 bed),
Bedside chest,
Desk
Chair
Bookshelf,
Storage for clothes
An en suite with shower, toilet and wash hand basin.

All rooms have broadband service and personal belongings insurance included in the rent.

In addition, the room features blackout curtains, a pinboard, and mirror. You will have access to a shared kitchen and a number of communal facilities (see Communal Features).

Under 18

If you are under 18 when you start your programme with The College, you will automatically be placed in single-sex flat, alcohol-free flats.

Living Environments

You may choose single-sex flats or flats where alcohol is not permitted when you apply.

Rooms suitable for wheelchair users are available, as are flats for students with visual or hearing impairments. Please ensure you indicate your adapted room requirements when applying, so we can allocate the correct accommodation for you.

You can view a typical student room in this 360° Tour

Premium En Suite Room

£149 per week
From September 2019: £154 per week

This room offers a larger room than the standard,

A full double bed
Armchair
Drawer Unit
Bedside chest,
Desk
Chair
Bookshelf,
Storage for clothes
An en suite with shower, toilet and wash hand basin.

All rooms have broadband service and personal belongings insurance included in the rent.

In addition, the room features blackout curtains, a pinboard, and mirror. You will have access to a shared kitchen and a number of communal facilities (see Communal Features).

Under 18

If you are under 18 when you start your programme with The College, you will automatically be placed in single-sex flat, alcohol-free flats.

Living Environments

You may choose single-sex flats or flats where alcohol is not permitted when you apply.

You can view a typical student room in this 360° Tour

Communal Features

Rooms are arranged in flats of 6-11 bedrooms, each having a Common Room with a large kitchen.

All kitchens are equipped with:

Cooker
Hob
Sink
Microwave
Kettle
Fridge/freezer

Shared flats (6-11 bedrooms) also have a breakfast bar and stools, coffee table and sofa. Please note that cutlery, crockery, and containers for separating residents’ food in fridges are not supplied.

There is a dedicated reception area with mail room and help desk.
All rooms have broadband service and personal belongings insurance included in the rent.
There are rooms which are specially designed for students who are wheelchair users or who have visual or hearing impairments.

You can view a typical student kitchen in this 360° Tour

Accommodation Fees

A Reservation Deposit of £350.00 is payable on acceptance of your offer of accommodation and we ask that you pay this through your Accommodation Account as this will secure your room.
You have 7 days from the day you are offered to accept and pay the Reservation Deposit (3 days after the start of term)
Unfortunately, we cannot secure accommodation without the Reservation Deposit which is non-refundable if you fail to take up your accommodation.

Weekly charge

Medium En suite: £144 per week (£148 per week from September 2019)

Premium En suite: £149 per week (£154 per week from September 2019)

Prices are shown on a weekly basis for comparison; however, students will be offered a contract for the duration of their course including orientation activities. Contract lengths are shown below:

*2019-20 Contract Options – Rod Jones Hall, Bay Campus (Provisional)**
Start Date End Date
Contract A (Two Semesters – SDM/SoMF)	13/09/2019	22/05/2020	36 weeks
Contract B (Two Semesters Integrated)	13/09/2019	26/06/2020	41 weeks
Contract C (Three Semesters)	13/09/2019	11/09/2020	52 weeks
Contract D (L Band)	18/10/2019	26/05/20 or 11/09/20	31 weeks 47 weeks
Contract E (January – Two Semesters)	17/01/2020	11/09/2020	34 weeks
Contract F (May – One Semester)	31/05/2020	11/09/2020	15 weeks

* - These dates and contract lengths are Subject to Change and The College cannot be held liable for any travel costs incurred where you rely on these dates.

Please ensure that you use your six-digit Swansea University ID Number on your application (e.g. 987654) and not your five digit College ID (e.g.23456)