Accommodation

Where you live is just as important as what you learn.

Halls are a big part of your student experience and there’s accommodation at all three of our locations. If you don’t want to live near the campus, there are great transport links to keep you connected. So whether you want campus living or a city centre experience, you can choose what’s right for you.

CARDIFF

Many students choose to live in Cardiff, even if they study at a different campus. There are several student Halls in the city centre, as well as a huge choice of private rentals.

Cardiff Accommodation

PONTYPRIDD

Halls at Pontypridd are on campus and they’re a big part of the community atmosphere. With over 1,200 rooms and students from all over the UK and the world, you’ll make friends for life.

Pontypridd Accommodation

NEWPORT

At Newport, private halls are just a couple of minutes’ walk from campus and right on the bank of the River Usk, with different room packages to choose from.

Newport Accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Choosing somewhere new to live may seem daunting and you probably have a lot of questions about accommodation options, how much student accommodation costs and how to apply for student accommodation.

Our accommodation across South Wales is accessible, affordable and has all you could need to settle into a new location and begin your student journey. Did you know, you can return to accommodation in your second or third years of study as well?

If you have any other questions that aren't listed, give us a call on 01443 482845 or you can email [email protected] and our accommodation team will get back to you.

WHAT ARE MY ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS?

We have student halls available at each campus or 3rd party or private accommodation.

HOW MUCH DO HALLS OF RESIDENCE COST?

Prices range from £95.76 per week to £135.00 per week (20/21 Prices). View this table of accommodation costs.

There are early bird offers as well as many different payment options where you can pay in full or in instalments.

Visit this page for more information.

WHAT FACILITIES DO HALLS OF RESIDENCE INCLUDE?

Halls bedroom includes a bed, wardrobe, storage, chair, desk and internet access. Shared kitchens include a microwave, cooker, toaster, kettle, refrigerator and freezer, and there are laundry facilities available at each residence.

You can find out more through looking at your accommodation options on this page.

HOW ARE ROOMS ALLOCATED?

You'll receive your accommodation booking email by email once your place at USW becomes unconditional firm (and you are eligible to enrol on your course). For most students, this will be after the exam results are announced in the summer. International students will also need a valid visa application. Please see below for information on each location.

Find out more here.

HOW CAN I APPLY?

Once you’ve decided to come to USW, have looked at our accommodation options and are set as unconditional firm or conditional firm, you can apply for accommodation by completing the online form.

View the apply page.