Accommodation

If you have questions on finding accommodation, housing issues, problems with your landlord, homelessness, tenancy and council tax... we have the answers.

Do you need help finding somewhere to live in Bristol?

We can help you to find a place to live whilst you are at College.

If you have accepted a place on a course

You can submit an application for accommodation form
OR you can contact the Accommodation Service on 0117 312 5000 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

If you have already enrolled at the College

Use our online accommodation search to find available properties in Bristol.

If you are under 18 when joining the College

You will be offered a room in family type accommodation.

If you are new to Bristol

You are warmly invited to come along to our Find a Flatmate Day on 24 June 2011.

If you are house hunting

Use this house-hunting checklist to help you decide if the house or flat is right for you.

Accommodation options

Halls of residence - Hotwells House

Are you over 18 looking for accommodation and a full-time student?

Hotwells House is in a fantastic central location, close to Clifton and the Harbour side, where you have a selection of club’s, bars and restaurants.

If it’s your first time away from home it’s also a great way to meet other students.

Hotwells House offers a range of rooms in shared flats all with a communal lounge and kitchen area.

The property also has:

• Bike storage
• CCTV
• Free internet access
• Secure door entry
• Secure car parking
• Recycling points
• An on-site hospitality team

And remember, you won’t have to pay weekly bills!

How to I apply for a room in Hotwells House?

Complete the booking form for Mansion Group and return form to:
Accommodation Service, City of Bristol College, PO Box 2887, Bristol, BS2 2BB

I am an international student – can I apply to live in Hotwells House?

Yes. Overseas students can apply for a room at Hotwells House before coming over to the UK.

Other accommodation options

You may want to compare the cost, booking methods and location of student halls with other accommmodation options, including shared houses, lodgings and self-catering with a family.

Compare your options

Moving in

I have found somewhere to live - now what do I do?

• Secure your accommodation with a deposit and make sure you get a receipt
• Visit NUS - Housing and deposit advice for more information.
• Inform the College of your new term time address – this is really important

What is a tenancy agreement?

It’s a document that tells you what you can and cannot do within your new accommodation. Whatever type of accommodation you choose, you should get a tenancy agreement and a full inventory (list of equipment in the accommodation).

Rules vary but arrangements should be clear on these points:

• Details of the accommodation
• Start and end date of your tenancy
• Rent - amount and how it is paid e.g. weekly, fortnightly, monthly or monthly in advance. It should be clear how much notice is required by each party e.g. one week, one month
• What furniture and equipment is provided - you will probably have to supply bed linen and crockery

Make sure you read ALL the small print and understand what you are signing. For more information on the types of tenancy agreements, see information from the Citizens Advice Bureau on Tenancy Agreements.

Should I take out insurance?

It's a good idea to insure your possessions so that you're covered where you live and when you're at College. The College is not responsible for loss or theft of your personal belongings.

Will I have to pay Council Tax?

You shouldn't have to pay this if you are a full-time student and:

• All the people living with you are full-time students OR
• You are the only person living at a property
  

If a non-student lives in the property with you the residence then becomes liable for a council tax bill. This does not mean that you will have to pay. The College Advice and Enrolment Team and Reception will provide the certificate you need to register for exemption.

Family homes where more than one non-student adult lives will be classified as eligible for full payment of council tax. You may therefore be asked to pay your share.

Will I have to pay council tax if I am an overseas student?

Not if you are a full-time student.

Get more out of your spare room

City of Bristol College is looking for suitable accommodation for students, throughout the city, but particularly close to one of our College centres.

We have students short term and long term looking for suitable accommodation, arriving all though the year and offer good rates of pay and a supportive after service.

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For further information

0117 312 5000

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