Moving away to study means you’ll be looking for somewhere to call home for at least nine months and if you’re heading to Manchester then there are a lot of options for you to mull over. Different budgets, locations and types of student accommodation can be found in the massive selection of properties from chic halls to luxury student homes, that are on our site so you’ll have no problem in finding the place best suited for you.
Student Life in Manchester
Manchester is one of the most popular cities of the North with students. And it’s no surprise with its large city centre spanning into outer districts such as Salford, Fallowfield and Chorlton; all populated with students and just as much to see and do as the centre itself. Its famous and self-proclaimed “Busiest Bus route in Europe”, as well as its newly expanded tram lines makes travelling around Greater Manchester not only easily accessible, but affordable wherever your student accommodation may be.
You may not be surprised to know that one of the things that attract students to this North West city isn’t the notorious rain, but its thriving nightlife. Of course all of the main go-to clubs are located in and around the city centre with various music scenes catered for, both in clubs and with live events at MANY venues, but students also take advantage of the bars located closer to where the majority stay. Fallowfield is dubbed as “student central” with bars running through the area. Further on up the road, and closer to town is the Curry Mile; which is not to be missed. A stretch of restaurants, cafes and sweeteries have an aroma that make you want to jump off the bus in a sudden pang of hunger before your night’s even begun.
For those inclined to a bit of retail therapy there are plenty of shops for a chance to use your student discount with the Manchester Arndale and Exchange Square, home to the Triangle shopping centre and Selfridges. Museums of art, science and costume are a great day out and with Urbis’s ever changing exhibits there’s always something new to experience.
Again, while the centre of town has more than enough to keep you occupied day and night, buses and trams are waiting to take you to the Trafford centre, Parrs Wood entertainment complex and countless parks.
Student Accommodation to suit all budgets in manchester
So, with all this exciting entertainment potential this city has to offer where should you stay? For those wanting to be close to the uni and as central as possible to start their uni life in Manchester then halls may be ideal while you find your feet and gather your bearings, Great Marlborough Street’s Student Castle is as close as you could get. Their attractively modern flats and studios have a view over the bustle of Oxford Road and is minutes away from both UoM and MMU’s main buildings. Of course, with such a prime location and luxury suites comes a higher cost. If you’re willing to go slightly further out of the city’s hub in exchange for a slightly lower price, then MCR and Victoria Halls offer great quality pads for students while still close and easy to get to.
For those looking for something different to traditional student halls in the direction of flats or houses then there are plenty to choose from. Withington and Fallowfield are where the majority of Manchester’s student homes are for instance this 3 Bedroom apartment is situated in a traditional Mancunian townhouse minutes away from the West Didsbury village and transport to the city centre.
Another reason why house-sharing is appealing to a lot of people is because great properties can be snapped up at great price. This modern home for sixis fantastically furnished and again, in walking distance of uni and close to the Whitworth Art Gallery and park. And next to Platt Fields park is this three bed student property which has recently been fitted with a stylish new bathroom and kitchen.
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Handy Links
For more information on Manchester; what it has to offer and its Universities check out these links:
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Official University Sites: Manchester Metropolitan University, University of Manchester, University of Salford.
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Student Unions: MMUnion, UoM Students’ Union, Salford’s Student Union.
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Guardian Profiles: Manchester Metropolitan University, University of Manchester, University of Salford.
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