Accommodation for International Students
If you are not a European National, the Immigration rules state that you must have enough money to pay for your accommodation in the UK without working or claiming welfare benefits from the UK Government.
The Student Support Adviser in Student Services will help you arrange somewhere to live before you arrive in the UK. It is important that you arrange your accommodation before entering the UK.
When you are offered a place on your chosen course you will be asked if you would like the College to arrange your accommodation and if so what type of accommodation you would like.
For Students seeking accommodation in the Colchester area for the academic year 2009/2010, Colchester Institute is offering the following options on a limited basis:
Halls of residence at 'University Quays' University of Essex campus, Colchester:
- Rooms are only available to first year HE students for 1 year only on a limited basis. Rent to be advised (approx. £90 per week).
- More information can be found on the following website: http://www.essex.ac.uk/accommodation/residences/quays.shtm
Rooms in student house shares available from accredited private sector:
- From £60-80 per week. A deposit of one month’s rent is required.
- For more information contact Student Services (see below).
Private home (self-catering accommodation)
- The accommodation provider allows the student full use of the kitchen, bathroom and laundry facilities. From £55-70 per week including bills.
- A deposit of two weeks is normally required in advance.
Home stay (full board accommodation)
- The accommodation provider gives the students breakfast and a cooked evening meal, with lunches at weekends. Laundry is normally included. From £95-105 per week.
- A deposit of two weeks rent is normally required in advance.
For maps and more information on the any of the above please contact:
Sandie McAleavy
- Tel: 01206 712296
- Email: sandie.mcaleavy@colchester.ac.uk
- Come in to Student Services at the Colchester Campus, Main Building, B63
Please note: the local newspapers ; Essex County Standard and The Evening Gazette, which are available in the College Library, advertise accommodation to let privately and with letting agents. Maps and further advice is available in Student Services.







