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Contemporary studio

There are a small number of contemporary studios available for postgraduate students on campus. Modern, bright and spacious, our studios offer a completely private space with private bathroom, kitchen and bedroom.

Bedroom showing bed, desk and shelving

All studio accommodation is single occupancy.

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Accommodation fees 2025/2026 (per room)
Room typeCost per weekContract lengthCost per tenancy
Contemporary studio£259.0050 weeks£12,950.00

What's included in the rent?

The rent includes:

  • internet connection (100MB as standard)
  • heating
  • power
  • assisted clean of public areas. Students are required to maintain the cleanliness levels in their own studio
  • basic room contents insurance is included with your on campus accommodation and is provided by Howden. Enter in your policy number HH1074 to check your policy details
  • 24/7 SafeGuarding Services who are on hand day and night to deal with any issues that may arise

If you plan on using a personal television or a laptop for internet provider television (IPTV), you will need to buy a TV licence.

Bed linen, duvet and pillows are not provided, but you can purchase a (non refundable) bedding pack from our main reception on arrival for £30.00.

Studio room showing cookie area, bed and large window

What's included in a contemporary studio?

Your room key gives access to your designated kitchen and laundrette.

Study bedroom

  • double size bed
  • mattress protector
  • desk
  • desk chair
  • wardrobe
  • bookshelf
  • pin board
  • en suite:
    • wash hand basin
    • shower
    • toilet

Bed linen, duvet and pillows are not provided, but you can collect one from our main reception when you arrive for £30.

Towels and toilet rolls are not provided.

For safety reasons, cooking/heating appliances and additional furniture are not permitted in study bedrooms.

Kitchen

  • electric hob and oven
  • fridge
  • kettle
  • sweeping brush
  • dust pan and brush
  • bucket and mop
  • recycling station
  • cupboard

Crockery, cutlery, pot, pans and kitchen utensils are not provided.

Images are used to demonstrate a typical student room in each accommodation type. However, the layout and contents may differ depending on the hall and room allocated. Please see the "What's included" section above for a list of what is provided in the room.

Please visit WattLiving for help and advice on what you need to bring with you to campus.

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