Introduction
UEA isn’t just an inspiring place to study, it’s also a great place to live. Just like our campus, student accommodation at UEA is designed to help you make the most of your time here.
For more details about accommodation at UEA, have a look at our student accommodation handbook or visit our Accommodation portal pages.
Before you Arrive
Making your application
If you would like to be considered for a place in UEA accommodation, please complete the online application preference form.
Fill out your accommodation application form
Register online
All postgraduate students should complete the online registration before they arrive at UEA
Looking for a house in the private sector?
As well as our accommodation at UEA, you can also find great places to live in the local area. The Student Union at UEA run a service called Homerun, which can offer advice and provide assistance with finding a private house.
Get help to find a flat or house nearby through Home Run.
Pack wisely
Think carefully about what you choose to bring with you, considering the space available and your needs. In particular, there are some items – for example, a kettle – which you might choose to purchase with your flatmates once you have arrived rather than bring your own.
If you are transporting your luggage separately, please arrange for it to arrive once you are on campus as there is no safe space for us to store luggage until you get here.
When you get here
When you arrive at UEA you will need to collect your key and register for your course.
Details about course registration
Where to collect your key
If your arrival date is between Wednesday 19 September and Sunday 23 September, your registration and key collection will take place in UEA Sportspark.
If your arrival date is before 19 September, key collection information will be included in your room offer email.
Arrival events
We have a number of arrival events throughout the arrivals week. If you are unsure which date to arrive, please check your room offer email or contact us. If you would like to arrive before your designated arrival date, you will need to arrange temporary hotel or B&B accommodation.
19 and 20 September: EU, and International Postgraduate Arrivals
Key collection from 10.00am until midnight. After midnight until 3.00am, keys can be collected from the Lodge
21 September: Home Postgraduate Arrivals
Key collection from 10.00am until midnight. After midnight until 3.00am, keys can be collected from the Lodge
Running late?
We would advise arriving during the advertised key collection times as we have a large amount of support available to you. If it is not possible to arrive during these times, you will still be able to collect your key.
I’ve arrived late on campus – what do I do?Who to contact and when
Maintenance
Report any maintenance issues to the Estates Helpdesk:
t: 01603592121 (office hours M-F 8am-4pm)
e: jobdone@uea.ac.uk
NB: Outside of our office hours you can contact 01603592121 for emergency maintenance only.
Keys
If you are locked out of your room, the Accommodation Office (office hours M-F 9am-5pm) can provide for a replacement. Out of office hours, the Security Lodge can provide a temporary key.
If a key is stuck in the door or the door will not lock/unlock, contact us directly on t: 01603592121.
Take a look at our Estates portal for FAQs for New Arrivals, How to Report a Fault and Campus Heating Guidelines pages.
Top Tips
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Pack wisely
Think carefully about what you choose to bring with you, considering the space available and your needs. There are also many shops in Norwich in case you forget anything. For more ideas about what (and what not) to bring, see our suggested packing list here.
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Meet your Warden
Your Warden is an older student who is responsible for the welfare of the flat. They will introduce themselves in the first week, and you should contact them if you have any issues within your flat.
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Get cooking!
UEA students have produced this amazing recipe book which gives you 70 pages of culinary ideas specially written for the type of kitchen equipment you’ll find in your flat. Sharing a meal is a brilliant way to get to know your flatmates.
Living off campus
Norwich is a vibrant city with lots to offer, and there are many rental properties available close to the university. You can get help to find a flat or house through Home Run, the lettings agency run by the Students’ Union. You’ll find a list of accredited properties and landlords, as well as a message board to find housemates.
Need Help
E-mail: accom@uea.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0) 1603 592092
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The International Student Handbook
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Download the International Student Handbook guide from the Welcome to UEA app
- From arriving to UEA to graduating, find the helpful information and resources
- Essential information to help you settle in e.g. opening a bank account, bus and travel information, where to buy essential items and much more
- Find the International Orientation Programme with events, information and more
- Connect to other new international students at UEA
- Have the important arrival information for UEA