Finding the right place to live is especially important when you’re an Exchange or Study Abroad student. Not only are you travelling to somewhere new, but you also want to make the most of the time you have at university. Luckily, our student accommodation will help you do just that.
From contemporary townhouses and studio apartments to private ensuites and shared spaces, we have something to suit every lifestyle and budget.
A place to call home
Study Abroad Fee-Paying & Exchange students
If you’re an international student coming to study at University of Birmingham for a full year, you’re guaranteed a room in University accommodation, or with one of our trusted accommodation partners, so long as you apply for accommodation by 31 July 2024.
We also have a dedicated number of rooms available for international students staying with us for just one semester. Check out our Guarantee Scheme webpage for more information.
Your home from home
With almost 7,000 rooms available, we’re confident you’ll find the student home for you. Choose from:
- Single accommodation with shared bathroom and kitchen facilities
- Single ensuite bedrooms with shared kitchen facilities
- Studio and studio apartments with exclusive use of bathroom and kitchen facilities
Most our accommodation can be found at one of our three villages: Pritchatts Park, The Vale, and Selly Oak. We also work with trusted accommodation partners to provide contemporary student homes across Birmingham.
Explore accommodation
If you’re studying with us for just one semester, you’ll have the chance to enjoy lakeside living at The Vale Village. Choose from an ensuite bedroom at Mason (£2,396 per semester) or shared bathroom accommodation at Tennis Court (£1,657 per semester) – both within walking distance of campus.
To help you settle in, a free bedding, kitchen and dining pack will be provided on arrival. Your dining pack will include a plate, bowl, cup, glass, and cutlery, while your bedding pack will comprise a duvet, duvet cover, pillow, pillowcase, and fitted sheet. Your kitchen pack will be shared between you and your flatmates and contains all your cooking essentials, including utensils and pots.
Benefits of living with us
When you live in University accommodation, you will be a part of a vibrant and diverse community, made up of almost 7,000 students from across the world.
You can also benefit from:
- Student Living Plus, our answer to catered accommodation, which makes it easy to eat well at uni while managing your money
- All bills included, including Wi-Fi and utilities, plus free contents insurance
- Support from a dedicated Customer Service Manager
- 24/7 staff to help you feel secure in your new home
- Free sport and fitness activities and social events
- Support from our Student Mentors to help you settle in
Life in our villages
How to apply
You can apply for accommodation through our Accommodation Portal as soon as you have received your University student ID number.
If you have any questions about the application process or general accommodation queries, please contact Student Living through their online helpdesk. You can also give the team a call on +44 (0)121 512 2158.
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Private housing
If you’d prefer to live in private rented accommodation, the Student Living team can support you. Give the team a call on the number above to get started.
We recommend finding a location that suits you. Have a look around different areas, taking note of the transport links that can help you get about.
When you’ve found the right area, browse available properties through UoB Property Search, the University’s official off-campus property search engine. All the properties listed on here are verified by Student Living, so you can live there with confidence.
Find your new home
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need an offer letter to apply for accommodation?
Yes, once you have received your offer letter and your University of Birmingham student ID (the number found on your offer letter, which usually starts with "2") you can apply for accommodation through the Accommodation Portal.
Please note that you will need to register for an account using the same email address used during the University application process.
Can I apply with a conditional offer?
If you currently have a conditional offer, you can apply given that you know you can provide missing documents (usually an English certificate) and it will meet the requirement.
Can I get my offer letter sooner so that I can book the room I want?
To get the opportunity to secure a place within University accommodation, you will need to complete your application by 31 July 2024.
All students will be contacted by the Student Living team and offered a timeslot to book their room after this date, giving everyone an equal chance to secure the right student home for them. Accommodation is not offered on a first-come-first-served basis.
I'm studying at the University of Birmingham for the Spring Semester. When can I book my room?
As soon as you receive your offer letter, you can apply for accommodation. Applications open in November 2024 for the Spring Semester; the Student Living team will contact you with more information once you have completed your application.
So long as you apply by the specified deadline (usually before Christmas), you’ll be guaranteed a room with us or one of our trusted accommodation partners.