University Hall

A large hall of residence with a bus service operating between University Hall and both the Cathays Park campus and Heath Park campus.

Undergraduate
Postgraduate
Couples
Families

A bedroom in Birchwood at University Hall

A bedroom in Coachman's (ensuite) at University Hall

The new social learning space at University Hall

A bedroom in Tower (ensuite) at University Hall

A bedroom in Warden's House at University Hall

A view of the new social learning space at University Hall

A bedroom in Garden Wing at University Hall

Kitchen-Dining Area in a University Hall 2-bed flat

Kitchen-Dining-Living Area in a University Hall 2-bed flat

Twin bedroom in a University Hall 2-bed flat

Exterior of University Hall

A bedroom in Birchwood at University Hall

A bedroom in Coachman's (ensuite) at University Hall

A Kitchen of University Hall

The new social learning space at University Hall

A bedroom in Nevern at University Hall

A bedroom in Tower (ensuite) at University Hall

A bedroom in Warden's House at University Hall

Exterior of University Hall

The new social learning space at University Hall

Exterior of University Hall

University Hall - Laundry

A bedroom in Dwyfor at University Hall

A bedroom in Garden Wing at University Hall

University Hall 2-bed Flat – Kitchen-Dining area

University Hall 2-bed Flat – Open plan living area

University Hall 2-bed Flat – Twin bedroom

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Quick facts

No. of students	671
Main Building	1.75 miles
Heath Park campus	1.25 mile

Overview

University Hall is a large hall with a lively, friendly atmosphere. It is a short walk or cycle to the Heath Park campus and less than 2 miles from the Cathays Park campus. The University has a bus service operating between University Hall and both the Cathays Park campus and Heath Park campus which runs weekdays (hours of service are detailed in 'Getting around') between 19 September 2012 and 14 June 2013. This service is provided as part of the residences package for University Hall, so you do not need to pay each time you use the University bus service. Please note: this service is not available during the Christmas recess (17 December 2012 to 4 January 2013) and Easter recess (25 March 2013 to 12 April 2013).

Location
Facilities
Residential period & prices
Contacts

University Halls

Address

University Hall
Birchwood Lane
Penylan
Cardiff
CF23 5YB

Telephone

+44 (0)29 2048 5641

Nearest

Shop	Penylan
Supermarket	Colchester Avenue (Sainsburys)
Fast food	Wellfield Road

Getting around

Main Building

Distance	1.75 miles
Walking	35 minutes
Cycling	17 minutes
Bus	University operated bus service to the Cathays Park campus runs weekdays from 7:40am until 5:30pm between 19 September 2012 and 14 June 2013. Please note: this service is not available during the Christmas recess (17 December 2012 to 4 January 2013) and Easter recess (25 March 2013 to 12 April 2013) Cardiff Bus also operates a service on Ty-Gwyn Road, No. 52

Heath Park campus

Distance	1.25 miles
Walking	25 minutes
Cycling	12 minutes
Bus	University operated bus service to the Heath Park campus runs weekdays between 8:20am and 5:30pm between 19 September 2012 and 14 June 2013. Please note: this service is not available during the Christmas recess (17 December 2012 to 4 January 2013) and Easter recess (25 March 2013 to 12 April 2013)

Please note: the timings given above are only provided as a guide.

Self-catered
Shared bathroom facilities (416 rooms)
Ensuite (251 rooms)
Shared kitchen/dining areas
Flats/floors for 7-17 students
Network connection point and Wi-Fi access
Bicycle sheds
Social Lounge with Skype pods and large screen TV
Laundry
Car parking (93 spaces)
2 rooms equipped with a flashing alarm and vibrating pillow, suitable for those with a hearing impairment

Couples – University Hall

1 x bedsitter with 1 double bedroom/study area, kitchen/dining room and shower room with toilet
2 x one bedroom flat with 1 double bedroom, kitchen/living/dining room and shower room with toilet

Families - University Hall

1 x two bedroom flat with 1 double bedroom, 1 bedroom with bunk beds, kitchen/living/dining and bathroom

All Couples/Families are expected to seek alternative accommodation for subsequent years as the period of residence cannot be extended beyond the first year.

Session 2013/2014

Standard residential period (September to June)

Type	Total	Instalments
Shared bathroom	£3,207	(3 x £1,069)
Ensuite	£3,740	(1 x £1,246.66, 2 x £1,246.67)
Car parking	£134	(1 x £44.66, 2 x £44.67)

Full year residential period (September to September)

Type	Total	Instalments
Bedsitter	£5,660.54	(1 x £1,886.84, 2 x £1,886.85)
1 bedroom flat	£6,366.62	(1 x £2,122.20, 2 x £2,122.21)
2 bedroom flat	£7,072.70	(1 x £2,357.56, 2 x £2,357.57)

Non standard residential period

Type			Notes
Ensuite / Shared bathroom	Variable according to individual course dates, fees will be calculated according to the daily rate for the Standard Residential Period.		Heath Park Students

Please note: these residential periods may include placement periods when you will be paying residences fees but may not be occupying your room.

Name	Position	Telephone
Christine Lovell	Residences Manager	+44 (0)29 2048 5641
Isobel Cleverley	Senior Assistant Residences Manager	+44 (0)29 2048 5641
Petra Anderson	Assistant Residences Manager	+44 (0)29 2048 5641

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University Hall

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Quick facts

Overview

Address

Telephone

Nearest

Getting around

Main Building

Heath Park campus

Couples – University Hall

Families - University Hall

Session 2013/2014

Standard residential period (September to June)

Full year residential period (September to September)

Non standard residential period

Accommodation

All applicants

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