Contemporary en suite standard room

Self-catered student room with en suite in new halls

All accommodation is single occupancy and self-catered – there are a number of catering facilities on campus. Please note that our residences are mixed gender.

There are a limited number of contemporary en suite standard rooms with access to large kitchens shared by 10 to 12 students, great for socialising and meeting new people. Each bedroom is 16 square metres, with a ¾ sized bed, good storage and a well-designed study area.

Single study bedroom layout
Accommodation fees Semester 2 (per room) (06/01/2024 - 08/06/2024)
Room type Cost per week Contract length Cost per tenancy
Contemporary en suite standard room £190.00 22 weeks £4180.00

How to apply

Applications for Semester 2 will open at midday on Monday 6 November 2023 and close at midday Monday 4 December 2023.

Find out more about how to apply for on-campus accommodation.

What’s included in the rent?

The rent includes:

  • internet connection (100MB as standard)
  • heating
  • power
  • assisted clean of public areas and kitchen only, which means you are expected to maintain cleaning standards in your own flat.
  • Basic room contents insurance is included with your on campus accommodation and is provided by Endsleigh. 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.

What's included in an en suite room?

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

Study bedroom

  • ¾ 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 purchase a (non refundable) bedding pack from our main reception on arrival for £30.00.

Towels and toilet rolls are not provided.

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

En suite bathroom in self-catered student room in new halls

Kitchen

  • Cooker
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Kettle
  • Sweeping brush
  • Dust pan and brush
  • Bucket and mop
  • Recycling station
  • Lockable cupboard (padlock required)
  • Table
  • Stools or chairs
  • Vacuum cleaner

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

Refuse sacks are issued weekly so that you can safely dispose of refuse in the appropriate recycling bins.

Kitchen in self-catered en suite student room in new halls

General

Other general facilities on campus include:

  • Laundry facilities (washing machines, dryers, iron and ironing boards)
  • Bike shelter (limited spaces)
  • Residence Life Hub located on campus

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 Watt-Living for help and advice on what you need to bring with you to campus

Key information

On-campus Accommodation Office (Edinburgh Campus)

Job title
Opening Hours: 10:00 - 16:00
Phone
In person appointments: MyHWU
Email
halls@hw.ac.uk