Halls Life

Living in Halls

Events celebrating Pride Month at UAL!

Get involved in events during this year's Pride Month

Living in Halls

How to accept your offer of accommodation

What are your next steps?

Meenal's room tour

Sketch House

ROOM COMPARISON | Byron vs. Haz

The Costume Store

Living in Halls

My 6 top tips for living in Halls

Planning on living in halls next year?

Living in Halls

Our Halls Year in Review Recap 2023/2024

Some incredible things that happened in our halls this year!

Living in Halls

How to make your uni accommodation a home

A few tricks to transform your space into a home

Living in Halls

Why I stayed in halls for 3 years

One of the best decisions I ever made

Living in Halls

How living in halls gave me more independence

Zainab lived at The Costume Store for two years

Living in Halls

Why we loved working in Halls

Thinking of applying to be a Hall Committee member?

Living in Halls

5 tops tips for living in a studio flat

If you like your own personal space and independence...

Living in Halls

How I made my best friends in halls

How Halls Life led me to make some of my closest friends

Living in Halls

5 reasons I worked in Halls

Reflecting on my first year in halls

Living in Halls

Your guide to a successful house share

The last thing you want is an uncomfortable living situation

Living in Halls

An artist's checklist: look after your hall

All residents that live in halls are creative in some way🎨

Living in Halls

Living communally

Flat mates are often best mates...

Living in Halls

Creating a good vibe in your flats

It’s the little things in life that keep us smiling

Living in Halls

Tenant Fees Act 2019

Does it apply to me?

Living in Halls

How to rent your own place

Living outside UAL halls is different

Living in Halls

How to get proof of address and landlord reference

All your information available any time! 🙌🏼

Living in Halls

Your guide to a successful house share

Check out them chatting about their experience

Apps for moving to London

No, not just by using Google Maps - there is more to life

Living in Halls

Inventory and charges....

If these walls could talk

Living in Halls

Tenant Fees Act 2019

Does it apply to me?

Art Shops

We have eight art shops across our sites

Living in Halls

How to get proof of address and landlord reference

All your information available any time! 🙌🏼

Living in Halls

Get the UAL APP

The UAL student app allows you to access everything you need

Health & Wellbeing

Essential building advice and regulations

Make sure you're aware of our Essential building facts

Living in Halls

Using Airfryers in Halls

Appliances can pose a safety risk if used incorrectly

Health & Wellbeing

Vaccination advice for students

Make sure you're up to date with your vaccinations

Living in Halls

Using Rice Cookers in Halls

We allow the use of them in some of our halls

Health & Wellbeing

National Student Money Week

It’s National Student Money Week this week (4th-8th March)

Living in Halls

5 tips on how to save money whilst studying

Saving cash can feel like holding water in your hands

Living in Halls

Byron's first month at UAL

Byron moved into the Costume Store one month ago!

Health & Wellbeing

Naysha talks about being Queer at UAL!

Her experience of openly being queer at UAL

Living in Halls

How to join sports and societies at UAL

Our SU offers a wide variety of things to try 🙌🏼

Living in Halls

Student committees in Halls

Want to know how your student committee work in Halls?

Living in Halls

Get paid with Arts Temps!

Are you registered with UAL Arts Temps?

Living in Halls

5 jobs that fit around studying

Different types of student-friendly jobs to choose from

Living in Halls

Benefits of having a job at uni

Uni can be a lot of work...

Living in Halls

Why my second language was a perk when working

When working in Halls, you find students from all over!

Living in Halls

5 things I learnt working with Halls Life

There are some jobs where you don’t learn too much...

Living in Halls

My internship experience

As part of my BA I was required to do a full-time internship

My favourite zero-waste beauty ideas

Simple and affordable swaps I've made to my beauty routine

Health & Wellbeing

Top tips on mentally preparing for university

First of all… CONGRATULATIONS! 🤩

Living in Halls

Blackbullion: Helping you to stay financially safe

Find out how you could win a £500 emergency fund!

Living in Halls

Finding your feet webinar

Get to know UAL Student Services and the support they offer

Health & Wellbeing

Socialising safely

Socialising is a big part of the student experience

Living in Halls

5 top tips to keep your plants alive this winter

5 tips to keep your plants looking their best

Living in Halls

My top tips for staying motivated with university

Things I try to remember when I’m feeling deflated with uni

Living in Halls

10 top tips for staying on top of your uni work

Top tips for staying organised and prepared for uni work

Living in Halls

6 top tips to help you study smarter not harder

Some tricks and cheats to produce more work in less time

Living in Halls

Top 5 things to help you meet deadlines

Balancing a social and working lifestyle can be overwhelming

Living in Halls

Solving the 5 stresses of student life

Who said being a student was easy? 😖

5 places to check out around LCC

All within less than a 10-minute walk!

6 places to check out around Wimbledon College of

A serene location outside of the city's noise and urgency

UAL students discuss their experiences on the tube

Have you got any relevant experiences?

Student Spotlight | Nadia Adni

Meet Nadia, a first year Fine Art student at Chelsea

Living in Halls

UAL launches Black Creatives Hub

Explore a new innovative space

Student Spotlight | Emma Lee

Welcome to this month’s Student Spotlight!

Student Spotlight | Rhiannon O’Sullivan

Welcome to this month’s Student Spotlight!

Bringing Community to Halls with Shruti

Life as an international student

LGBTQ+ Student Spotlight

Madhurima Kumar

Living in Halls

Tips for new Desis moving to London

Including locations to find all your favourite Indian snacks

International communities around London

London is a true melting pot of cultures

Student Spotlight | Ani Simone

Meet Ani, first year Costume for Performance student at LCF

Student Spotlight | Breanna Gordon

Meet Breanna, a Fine Art Masters student at Camberwell. 🎨

Living in Halls

British slang translated

I'm still getting used to it, if I'm being honest with you🫣

Living in Halls

Being aware of culture shock

Do not worry - this is quite normal!

Living in Halls

8 things different about life in the UK vs China

Living in the UK is very different to my life in China! 🇨🇳

Living in Halls

5 reasons why I came out at UAL

London is a vibrant city that is home to many LGBT+ people

Living in Halls

What is LGBTQ+ History Month?

The Halls Life Team are supporting LGBTQ+ History Month

My favourite Aspec characters

Hi, my name is Ani. I'm a student at LCF and I love to read

Living in Halls

Queer book recommendations

Hi, my name is Ani and I'm a first year student at LCF

Living in Halls

Breaking stereotypes: Being aroace

Hello! My name is Ani and I’m in my first year of studying

Student Spotlight | Lukas Mason

Lukas is a first-year Hair, Makeup and Prosthetics student

Student Spotlight: life as a pageant girl

Leah Gribbin is competing in the 'National Miss' awards

Tips for new Desis moving to London

For all the students moving to UAL

Health & Wellbeing

Being aware of culture shock

The impact of moving away

Health & Wellbeing

How my mental health influenced my creativity

Mental Health. We all have it. Let’s talk about it.

Health & Wellbeing

I was diagnosed with depression

It can and will always get better.

Harry's top 5 travel tips in London

It's important to budget your expenses - every little helps

Top 5 Places to Check Out around Archwood House

Rundown of some really cool spots to visit

6 places to check out around Brooke Hall

The perfect place to be if you like some peace and quiet

5 places to check out around Cordwainers Court

The perfect location for students with tons of cool places

6 Places to Check Out around Emily Bowes Court

Located next to some amazing places right there in Tottenham

6 places to check out around Furzedown & Cedars

Looking to know what you can do around Tooting?

5 places to check out around Highline Building

A few spots that I think everyone should definitely visit

10 places to check out around Sketch House

I'm here to tell you about some of my favourite places!

Emily's Sketch House Room Tour

Emily moved in September to start her course at UAL

Top 9 Things to do around Stratford One

Everything to know about the area around Stratford One!👀

6 places to check out around The Costume Store

A huge variety of fun activities and great days out nearby

Best places to eat and drink around Wigram House

Spoilt for choice for places to eat and drink

Your journey from YourTRIBE Peckham to college

Want to learn more about your journey to college?

Your journey from Gardens House to college

Learn more about your journey to college

Your journey from Emily Bowes Court to college

Emily Bowes Court is just 2-minutes from the Victoria Line

Your journey from Glassyard Building to college

Glassyard Building is located in Stockwell, south London

Your journey from Cordwainers Court to college

Cordwainers Court is in the heart of Hackey, East London

Your journey from Sketch House to college

Sketch House has brilliant transport connections

Your journey from Highline Building to college

Highline Building is in the heart of Elephant and Castel

Your journey from Brooke Hall to college

Brooke Hall is located in Camberwell, in south-east London

Your journey from Portland House to college

Set in the heart of Camberwell

Your journey from The Costume Store to college

The halls of residence are opposite North Acton tube station

Your journey from Stratford One to college

A 10-minute walk away from London College of Fashion

Welcome to Archwood House

What's not to love about this purpose-built accommodation?

Your journey from Archwood House to college

Learn more about your journey to college

Welcome to Brooke Hall

Cafes, bars and restaurants just around the corner

Welcome to Cordwainers Court

Located in Hackney, an area famous for its great nightlife

Welcome to Glassyard Building

The hall is close to the trendy area of Brixton

Welcome to Highline Building

There is plenty to do in the area of Elephant and Castle

Welcome to Portland House

Portland House is located in Peckham

Welcome to Sketch House

Based right in the heart of Finsbury Park

Welcome to Stratford One

An ideal spot for London College of Fashion students

Welcome to The Costume Store

Named after the BBC's costume collection

Living in Halls

6 ways to hack the halls applications

Useful tips on how to secure your halls accommodation

Your journey from Wick Park to college

Learn more about your journey to college

Top things to do near Wick Park

Our 'must do' things to check out around our UAL Halls

Welcome to Wick Park

Opened for students in 2023

Your go-to essentials at Archwood House

International student shares their best tips

Top 5 places to visit near YourTribe Peckham

Located in the trendy heart of the borough

Welcome to YourTRIBE Peckham

We are so excited to announce our new Halls of Residence

Living in Halls

Your complete move-out guide!

Essential tips and tricks to consider

Living in Halls

Building Safety Management Information

Our residents are at the heart of everything we do

Welcome to Emily Bowes Court

This hall has fantastic facilities and transport links

7 cool places around Camberwell College of Arts

First year student shares behind the scenes of uni life

6 places to check out around CSM

Tips to make the most of studying at CSM in Kings Cross

6 cool places around the CCW Foundation Centre

Our best tips for places to check out in the local area

6 cool places around Chelsea College of Arts

Get to know Chelsea College through the eyes of a student

Health & Wellbeing

University Mental Health Day 2024

Your mental health matters to us!

Living in Halls

5 things to get you ready before moving country

Things that people won’t tell you about moving countries

Health & Wellbeing

5 things to get you ready before moving country

How to prepare for your new life in halls

Health & Wellbeing

How I manage my mental health

Useful tips on how to create a more mindful life

Living in Halls

It's not just accommodation... it's an experience!

It opens the door to a world of adventure

Halls Life team win at Queer Student Awards

A massive achievement to win two awards!

Living in Halls

Halls Life team wins big at CUBO Awards 2024

Put your hands together for our Halls Life team!

Health & Wellbeing

Coffee and chat initiative

Looking to meet fellow students just like you?

5 places to check out around LCF

Lime Groove campus

Top places to check out around your college

Are you starting a new course at UAL soon or already there?

Healthcare for Stratford One

Here are your nearest practices

Healthcare for Wick Park

Here are your nearest practices

Healthcare for Wigram House

Here are your nearest practices

Healthcare for Emily Bowes Court

Here are your nearest practices

Healthcare for Gardens House

Here are your nearest practices

Healthcare For The Costume Store

Here are your nearest practices

Healthcare for Furzedown and Cedars Hall

Here are your nearest practices

Healthcare for The Glassyard Building

Here are your nearest practices

Healthcare for Highline Building

Here are your nearest practices

Healthcare for Sketch House`

Here are your nearest practices

Healthcare for Portland House

Here are your nearest practices

Healthcare for Brooke Hall

Here are your nearest practices

Healthcare for Cordwainers Court

Here are your nearest practices

Health & Wellbeing

Get your meningitis jab!

Protect against meningitis

Health & Wellbeing

In case of an emergency...

Who to contact

Health & Wellbeing

Be safe and savvy in halls

Moving to a big city can be daunting

Can you cook without your ‘mama’?

You'll master the kitchen in no time!

Highlights from Pride in London Parade 2024

UAL staff joined thousands of people for LGBTQ+ event

Charges lists for UAL Halls

Damages, replacements and cleaning costs

Your journey to College

From Furzedown Student Village and Cedars Hall

5 meals that'll make you say 'that's vegan?!'

Who said veggies can't be meaty? Not us!

5 quick and easy mug recipes

Dinner for one person can be difficult

Five student-friendly lunch box ideas

By Bethany Glover

Student tours of UAL halls

Thinking of applying to halls?

How to cycle safely in London

Cycling is a cheaper and greener way to explore London

Living in Halls

Essential advice

Electrical safety

The Private Accommodation Moving-In Checklist

Our list of the things to remember once you secure a home

'Private Accommodation Checklist Quiz'

Sophie and Tamzin met while living in the same halls

How to adjust to a new life in London

Adjusting to uni life can be hard

Health & Wellbeing

Finding support that works for you

University is a time of change

Health & Wellbeing

Support available for UAL students

Find out where to get help during difficult times

Welcome to Furzedown Student Village & Cedars Hall

It has a great student atmosphere and plenty do to locally

Living in Halls

Important update of planned works at Stratford One

Moving into Stratford One? Here's what you need to know

Health & Wellbeing

UAL Halls Life drops second podcast episode

Our newest episode of Queer Peers is now live!

Healthcare for Archwood House

Here are your nearest practices

Healthcare for YourTribe Peckham

Here are your nearest practices

How to report maintenance issues

Make sure to fill out an inventory form!

Top things to know about Glassyard Building

There are so many exciting places to check out

Living in Halls

UAL now offers guarantor service to help students

Finding a private rental in London can be challenging

Top places to check out around your hall

Moving to our halls or already living there?

Living in Halls

UAL Halls Unibuddy Community Rules

Important information about using Unibuddy Community

Living in Halls

Join your UAL Hall's Community on Unibuddy

Want to meet students in your new UAL hall?

Living in Halls

Meet the faces behind the Halls Life Team!

Get to know the lovely people behind your 'Halls Life' team

Health & Wellbeing

Your Wellbeing Library is Here 4 U!

Looking for some new uplifting and inspirational reading?

Welcome to UAL Halls

Welcome to your new home-away-from-home in London! 🏡

Living in Halls

Your new Halls Welcome Guides are now available!

The ultimate guide to your new UAL home

Living in Halls

Our Handy Halls Checklist 2024

Your go-to guide for moving into UAL halls

Living in Halls

Quieter Lifestyle Scheme trial in UAL Halls

Brand new for September 2024

Meet your Hall Residence Managers in new webinars

Residence Managers share useful tips for new life in halls

Living in Halls

Let's talk about insurance...

All of our UAL halls are covered by Endsleigh

Living in Halls

Events to attend in your third week in halls 🎡

You won't want to miss these events in halls & across London

Meet the Furzedown/Cedars newest committee members

Get to know the committee members living in your hall!

Living in Halls

Top tips for making the most of Halls Life events

Here's why you should sign up to Halls Life events now

Living in Halls

Reminder before move-in: Complete your e-induction

All the information you need to know before you move to UAL

Living in Halls

Where to park when you arrive at halls

Check out the parking requirements for your hall

Living in Halls

Did you know we offer a Quiet Check-In at move-in?

How to have a quieter check-in experience at halls move-in

Meet your new committee members at Stratford One!

Get to know the committee members living in your hall!

Meet your new committee members at Portland!

Get to know the committee members living in your hall!

Meet your new committee member at Brooke Hall

Get to know the committee member living in your hall!

Meet your new committee members at Highline!

Get to know the committee members living in your hall!

Meet your new committee members at Sketch House!

Get to know the committee members living in your hall!

Meet your new committee at The Costume Store!

Get to know the committee members living in your hall!

Meet your new committee members at Gardens House!

Get to know the committee members living in your hall!

Meet your new committee members at Glassyard!

Get to know the committee members living in your hall!

Meet your new committee members at Cordwainers

Get to know the committee members living in your hall!

Meet your new committee members at Archwood House

Get to know the committee members living in your hall!

Say hello to your new halls committee members! 👋✨

Get to know the committee members living in your hall!

Health & Wellbeing

First episode of Halls Life new podcast is live!

Listen now to the first episode of Queer Peers

Health & Wellbeing

Queer Peers podcast shares useful LGBTQ+ services

Episode discusses LGBTQ+ services with mental health advisor

Health & Wellbeing

Latest episode of Queer Peers podcast is now live

Arts SU Officer shares best tips for incoming queer students

Health & Wellbeing

Nightline: Students there for students

Available to all students

Where to buy your essential items for halls

There's lots to remember to bring to halls on your first day

Getting from your hall to college

Top travel times so you can explore London with ease

How to apply for discounted student travel

The best ways to save money on public transport

Living in Halls

How to get a National Insurance Number in the UK

The UK version of a social security number

Living in Halls

5 top tips to surviving a shared kitchen

The kitchen can be a great space to have some fun and bond

Events to attend in your second week of halls 🎉

Make sure you grab a ticket as they are being booked fast!

Living in Halls

Events to attend in your first week in halls 🎉

Don't miss these events as you move-in to your new home!

8 top tips for cycling around London

You’ll be whizzing around like a professional.

Health & Wellbeing

Have you listened to our podcast Queer Peers yet?

Our monthly Halls Life podcast discusses all things LGBTQ+

Still need accommodation? Contact us today!

Find the perfect student accommodation before it's too late.

Cooking 4 U - Flat Pasta Party!

Bond with your new flatmates over making a bowl of pasta

Celebrate Black History Month at UAL Halls events

Join us to celebrate Black history, culture and community!

UAL events celebrating Black History Month 2024

Immerse yourself in a celebration of Black history & culture

Health & Wellbeing

UAL Safety, Health & Wellbeing Policy Statement

UAL is dedicated to looking after you safety and wellbeing

Living in Halls

Important info for Glassyard Building Works

Here's an update on the Glassyard building works next year

ADHD Awareness Month insightful events in London

Don't miss these informative events in ADHD Awareness Month

Unmissable free events in halls to boost wellbeing

Be sure to take the time to sign up to some wellness events!

Health & Wellbeing

UAL support for disabled and diverse learners

Discover the various services offered to students at UAL

Health & Wellbeing

Looking for useful support tips to ease into uni?

Here’s our guide on support available for UAL students

Your local shops

Check out your nearest supermarket to halls

Important change for TFL Oyster card application

Transport for London issued an new update for students

Health & Wellbeing

Here4U: Your specialised wellbeing programme

We’re here to support you throughout your time in halls. 🫂

Living in Halls

Opening a student bank account in the UK

With this trusty guide, it could never be less complicated

How to travel around London

Travelling in London may seem daunting

Your guide to halls events happening this week!

Here's a summary of epic events to add to social calendar

Living in Halls

The best gyms to join near your new UAL hall

We've listed some of the top gyms close to your new home.

Living in Halls

9 tips for staying safe as a uni student in London

How to be more streetwise when living in halls in London

Health & Wellbeing

Dealing with homesickness

Your essential guide

Health & Wellbeing

Dyslexia services to help students studying at UAL

Here's how UAL best supports students living with dyslexia

7 winter-proof hacks for life as a london student

Navigate London's winter like a pro with our essential tips

Living in Halls

The ultimate rundown of UAL halls events this week

Join us for an action-packed week of cozy events in halls!

Health & Wellbeing

UAL announces partnership with Trans in the City

Empowering trans, non-binary and gender-diverse students

Get in contact with your hall

Not sure how to get in contact with your hall team?

Living in Halls

Spook-tacular Halloween Events in UAL Halls

Don't miss these events at our haunted halls this month!

Essential bike storage information at your hall

Find out important information for storing your bike

Health & Wellbeing

External mental health services for LGBTQ+ people

Looking for support? Take a look at these LGBTQ+ services

Health & Wellbeing

Have you registered at your closest GP yet?

It is very important you do this as soon as possible

Student's top tips for being a student with ADHD

We are proud to celebrate our diversity of students in halls

Living in Halls

UAL Halls and Colleges e-scooter + e-bike policy

Everything you need to know about this important topic

Health & Wellbeing

Support for eating disorders at UAL and beyond

Impacted by an eating disorder? Find support available

Living in Halls

Cleaning life hacks to make your life easier!

Avoid that day long clean-up stint with these useful tips

Living in Halls

Halls fridges: free food, less waste, more support

Why you should be using the community fridges in your hall!

Living in Halls

Need a study break? Come unwind at Halls Events

This week we have a line-up of wellness-related events

Health & Wellbeing

Information to help UAL students with OCD

Helping students better understand OCD with insightful info

Cosy markets across London to explore this autumn

Iconic markets for students in halls to experience this fall

Living in Halls

7 Cozy Indoors Halls Life Events this month

Halls Life have you covered for indoor events this autumn!

Living in Halls

Here's 5 ideas to decorate your halls bedroom

Home is where my art is!

Health & Wellbeing

Talking being Queer and Neurodivergent on podcast

Our new episode of Queer Peers is out now!

Every Single Halls Life Event in November!

Your go-to guide for what's happening this month in halls

Come celebrate Trans Awareness Week at our events

We have several events happening in halls and across London

Have your say in our survey for a chance to win!

You could win one of our weekly Love2Shop vouchers!

Living in Halls

Fire Safety in Halls

Action to take in case of a fire alarm at your hall

Health & Wellbeing

Want to explore & understand grief & loss better?

Learn more about grief at our workshop over coffee ☕️❤️‍🩹

Health & Wellbeing

Celebrating UK Disability History Month 2024

Advocating for Equality for Disabled People in Halls 🌟