1. ACCOMMODATION AT BIRMINGHAM CITY UNIVERSITY

2. What we offer The University owns or manages accommodation for over 1,800 students at six sites across the city Secure accommodation - CCTV and 24-hour security patrols Adapted accommodation for those with special needs Accommodation fees include energy bills, basic insurance and basic internet package Student Assistants provide support and staff are available during office hours Public transport runs between halls and all University sites

3. Code of Practice Accommodation Services has a commitment to provide quality accommodation and excellent customer service. Good practice guidance is provided by Codes of Practice. For University halls of residence the Student Accommodation Code (SAC) has been developed by Universities UK and GuildHE. The Code protects students’ rights to safe, good quality accommodation, wherever they are studying, and makes sure they get the best out of their time living in university or college residences. It outlines everything students can expect from their accommodation as well as their responsibilities as tenants. For private sector halls of residence there is the Accreditation Network UK (ANUK) Code of Practice for Student Accommodation Managed by Undertakings Subject to HMO Licensing. For further details see the website: http://www.thesac.org.uk/ http://www.nationalcode.org/Home.aspx

4. Curzon Gateway Watch the Curzon Gateway video

5. Jennens Court Watch the Jennens Court video

6. Costs and facilities Curzon Gateway £111 per week (2013/14) 43 week tenancy 150 en suite rooms split into a mix of four, five and six-bedroom flats, with shared kitchen and lounge. Other facilities include: > Free broadband connection > Common room > Laundrette > Car parking > On-site security Jennens Court £114 per week (2013/14) 42 week tenancy 350 en suite rooms in three to six- bedroom flats, each with a shared kitchen and lounge. Other facilities include: > Free broadband connection > Common room with satellite TV > Laundrette > Car parking and bike store > On-site security

7. FAQ’s Can I smoke in my room/flat? No, all halls are non-smoking What do I need to bring with me? Your own bedding, towels, crockery, cutlery and cooking utensils Will I need a TV licence? If you live stream programmes on any device you will need a licence What is the internet provision? 10mb is provided free in bedrooms but upgrades are available at an additional cost Are there any items I shouldn’t bring with me? Large electrical appliances (fridge, freezer, heater) and candles are amongst the items not permitted Can my friends stay over night? Overnight visitors are permitted if pre-booked

8. How to Apply You can apply from 1 February 2014 using our online application form as soon as you firmly accept a course offer You will receive an unique application reference number which you should use in all correspondence with us Students from outside Birmingham who make us their first choice and apply by the deadline (31 July 2014) are guaranteed a place in halls for their first year of study Allocation of rooms begins 1 May 2014 for students with unconditional course offer (UF) Allocation for students with conditional offers (CF) will begin 18 August 2014 once exam results are known Accommodation is not guaranteed for insurance/clearing applicants but we will assist you in finding accommodation

9. Further Information For full details see www.bcu.ac.uk/accommodationwww.bcu.ac.uk/accommodation Tel: +44 (0) 121 331 5191/5192 Email: accommodation@bcu.ac.ukaccommodation@bcu.ac.uk