- Can I leave my accommodation early?
- What do I need to do before I leave?
- How do I return my key if I leave out of hours?
- How do I get my accommodation deposit back?
Can I leave my accommodation early?
If you want to leave before the end of your accommodation contract:
- Log in to the accommodation portal.
- Select Early Departure.
- The University will record your request and try to re-let your room.
Important information
You remain responsible for accommodation fees until:
- The end of your accommodation contract, or
- Your room is successfully re-let.
Do not try to re-let your room yourself. This breaches your accommodation terms and conditions and may lead to disciplinary action.
What do I need to do before I leave?
- Empty your room
Before you leave:
- Remove all personal belongings and decorations, including items in communal areas.
- Remove food from lockers, fridges and freezers.
- Dispose of all rubbish in the external bins.
- Leave your room by 10.00 on your contract end date or agreed departure date.
- Return your key
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College Lane |
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De Havilland |
Only return:
- Room keys
- Swipe cards
Do not return your student ID card.
- Redirect your post
Post is not redirected automatically.
You should:
- Arrange a mail redirection with Royal Mail.
- Update your address with relevant organisations.
Any post received after your accommodation contract ends will be returned to the sender.
- Remove any vehicles
Before your contract ends, remove:
- Cars
- Motorbikes
- Bicycles
Vehicles left behind may be removed at the owner's expense.
How do I return my key if I leave out of hours?
If you are leaving when accommodation offices are closed:
- Place your key or swipe card in an envelope.
- Write your name, student ID number and room address on the envelope.
- Post it in the secure postbox outside the accommodation office.
How do I get my accommodation deposit back?
For information about your deposit and when it will be returned, see the accommodation deposit page.