When you first move to university, your flatmates will be some of the first people you meet. Finding fun activities to do together can be … Read more
Tag: first year students
Accommodation Fees: what they are, when they’re due and how to pay them
Your first student loan has landed, and your bank balance is looking pretty healthy. Tempting as it is to celebrate with a shopping spree or … Read more
Moving In? Don’t Forget Your Room Inventory!
You’ve just arrived at uni, unpacked your bags, and maybe even decorated your room with plants and posters. Before you get too comfy, there’s one … Read more
September 2026 starters: application and arrival advice
Everything you need to know about applying for accommodation and arriving in September Let’s start with the big one: when can you apply for accommodation? … Read more
Navigating the Emotional and Practical Side of Leaving Home for University
The Emotional Side of Leaving Home With all there is to look forward to at university—joining societies, making new friends, partying, and finding yourself—it can … Read more
Is living in student accommodation really worth the price?
Moving to university is a huge milestone, and one of the biggest decisions students face is where to live. For many, university accommodation is the … Read more
Getting your room offer
You’ve applied for accommodation and now you’re wondering, when do I get my offer? When will I receive my accommodation offer? For Firm Choice applicants: … Read more
Accommodation Jargon Buster
Applying for accommodation can be confusing, especially with all the terminology involved. To help, we’ve put together this Accommodation Jargon Buster, explaining key terms and … Read more
Student blog: How to keep your bathroom clean
Hello, my name is Pheobe, and I studied postgraduate Law (LLM) and I’m here to share some of my cleaning tips and tricks, to keep your … Read more
Keeping it clean and tidy
Hello, my name is Susannah I studied Organisational Psychology at the University of Kent. To help you keep your accommodation clean and tidy, follow my helpful … Read more





