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Frequently asked questions

How and when can I apply for accommodation in Goldsmiths halls of residence?

Will I, as a first year student, be guaranteed accommodation in halls of residence?

If I live within the 9 travel zones of London will I still be eligible for college accommodation?

Do you have accommodation for couples and families?

When will I hear about my accommodation application?

When can I move into Halls in 2011?

What other types of accommodation are available?

How to look for private sector accommodation?

Where are the Goldsmiths halls of residence located?

How do I get to the Halls?

What's the local area like?

What are the Goldsmiths halls like?

What size room will I get?

Can I see a room before I move in?

How much do Goldsmiths halls cost?

Is there any financial help available towards accommodation costs?

How will I settle into hall life?

Who will I live with?

Can I live with a friend?

Do I have to clean my own room?

Who will be at the hall to help me if I need it?

What will I need to bring?

Are the halls self-catered?

Can I use my electrical equipment in my room?

Are there any parking facilities in halls?

Can I bring a bicycle to halls?

Will I have a telephone in my room?

Will I have internet access from my room?

What if I don't like my room when I get there, can I move?

What happens if I want to move out before the end of my contract?

If I decide to leave Goldsmiths will I still have to pay for my room in halls?

What happens if there is a maintenance problem in my room/flat?

Can I stay in my room over Christmas and Easter breaks and what happens if I want to extend my stay in halls?

Can I put posters/fairy lights/candles, etc. up in my room?

Can I smoke in my room?

Am I allowed a guest to stay?

Do I need a TV licence?

Do I need personal possessions insurance?