Postgraduate accommodation
The majority of our postgraduate accommodation is in Wentworth, our postgraduate-only college. Postgraduates can choose between self-catered single rooms and studio flats, conveniently located on our compact campus and close to university facilities.
How to apply
Applications are now open for accommodation for 2022-23
Postgraduate international students (either on taught or research programmes) who have accepted an offer of a place can apply for accommodation.
We have a limited number of rooms available so you’re encouraged to accept your offer, apply early and pay an accommodation advance payment of £200 to complete your application no later than 9 June 2022. You will be prioritised for an offer of a room in accommodation owned, managed or approved by the University if you meet all of the following criteria:
- you’re a new, full-time postgraduate student starting in September 2022, and applying for a single room for the full academic year
- you’re an international student paying tuition fees at the overseas rate
- you accept your offer, apply for accommodation and pay an advance payment of £200 to complete your accommodation application no later than 9 June 2022.
If you're a postgraduate student that doesn't meet the criteria above, you can still apply for accommodation. If we can’t offer University accommodation, either because you are not eligible or we are full, we can advise you on private renting options.
All accommodation comes with
Bills included in the price of your rent
No additional costs to worry about
Contents insurance and 24 hour security
To give you peace of mind
An ensuite or shared bathroom
And a private washbasin
Wifi and 100mb wired internet
So that you can browse uninterrupted
Access to a shared kitchen
To cook your meals and hang out with flatmates
Access to a college common room
For some some extra communal space
You'll want to consider...
Location
Our on-campus accommodation is close to University buildings and facilities. With just a short walk to the library, cafes, study and social spaces, you'll have university life on your doorstep - helping you to make the most of your time here.
Most postgraduates who live on campus are located in Wentworth College and if you’re not, you’ll still be a member of whichever college you live in and housed with other postgraduates too.
Postgraduate accommodation is also available through our partner accommodation providers. These modern developments, Student Roost and Student Castle, are only a short distance from campus and offer contemporary, safe and comfortable accommodation.
All postgraduates, wherever you live, will also have access to the postgraduate only common room in Wentworth college.
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Bathroom type
In Shared accommodation, you'll have a wash basin in your room and share other bathroom facilities with your flat.
All shared bathrooms are individually lockable and cleaned Monday to Friday by our cleaning team. Toilet roll is provided for you.
In Ensuite accommodation, you'll have your own toilet, wash basin and shower in your room.
You’ll be responsible for keeping your ensuite clean, but our cleaners will perform a deep clean, usually once a term. Toilet roll is not included, so you'll need to buy your own.
Price band
1 bedroom flat
One-bedroom self-contained flat.
Band 1
Our value option, you may share facilities such as your kitchen with a few more people than other price bands.
Band 2
Rooms are often in some of our original accommodation. You'll share facilities with a few more people than bands 3 and 4.
Band 3
Rooms are our most common room type. They are often newer or more recently refurbished than band 1 or 2 rooms and facilities are shared with fewer people.
Band 4
Band 4 rooms have TV (with license) and sofas in shared kitchen areas. If you're in a shared bathroom, you'll share with the fewest number of other students.
Studio
These large rooms have an ensuite bathroom and self-contained kitchenette for personal use.
Compare postgraduate room prices
on-campus
| Band | Bathroom | Catering | College | Let length | Per week | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shared | Self-catered | Halifax | 50 weeks | £99 | £4,950 |
| 2 | Shared | Self-catered | Derwent | 50 weeks | £118 | £5,900 |
| 3 | Shared | Self-catered | Goodricke | 50 weeks | £147 | £7,350 |
| 3 | Shared | Self-catered | Derwent | 50 weeks | £147 | £7,350 |
| 3 | Ensuite | Self-catered | Wentworth | 50 weeks | £163 | £8,150 |
| 3 | Ensuite | Self-catered | Halifax | 50 weeks | £163 | £8,150 |
| 3 | Ensuite | Self-catered | David Kato | 50 weeks | £163 | £8,150 |
| 3 | Ensuite | Self-catered | Anne Lister | 50 weeks | £163 | £8,150 |
| 3 | Ensuite | Self-catered | Derwent | 50 weeks | £163 | £8,150 |
| 3 | Ensuite | Self-catered | Alcuin | 50 weeks | £163 | £8,150 |
| 3 (large) | Ensuite | Self-catered | Wentworth | 50 weeks | £178 | £8,900 |
| 3 (large) | Ensuite | Self-catered | Halifax | 50 weeks | £178 | £8,900 |
| 4 | Ensuite | Self-catered | Langwith | 50 weeks | £178 | £8,900 |
| 4 | Ensuite | Self-catered | Anne Lister | 50 weeks | £178 | £8,900 |
| 4 (large) | Ensuite | Self-catered | Langwith | 50 weeks | £193 | £9,650 |
| Studio | Ensuite | Self-catered | Wentworth | 50 weeks | £196 | £9,800 |
| Studio | Ensuite | Self-catered | Langwith | 50 weeks | £196 | £9,800 |
| Studio | Ensuite | Self-catered | Goodricke | 50 weeks | £196 | £9,800 |
| 1 bedroom flat | Ensuite | Self-catered | Langwith | 50 weeks | £263 | £13,150 |
| 1 bedroom flat | Ensuite | Self-catered | Goodricke | 50 weeks | £263 | £13,150 |
Off-campus
| Student type | Band | Bathroom | Catering | College | Let length (weeks) | Per week | Per year |
| PG | Student Castle - Clifford Flat | Ensuite | Self-catered | Student Castle | 51 | £176 | £8976 |
| PG | Student Castle - Raven Studio | Ensuite | Self-catered | Student Castle | 51 | £198 | £10,098 |
| PG | Frederick House - Ensuite Bronze | Ensuite | Self-catered | Student Roost | 47 | £170.00 | £7,990.00 |
| PG | Frederick House - 12 room flat | Shared | Self-catered | Student Roost | 47 | £155.00 | £7,285.00 |
| PG | Frederick House - 15 room flat | Shared | Self-catered | Student Roost | 47 | £150.00 | £7,050.00 |
| PG | Frederick House -Studio Bronze | Ensuite | Self-catered | Student Roost | 51 | £199.00 | £10,149.00 |
| PG | Frederick House -Studio Silver | Ensuite | Self-catered | Student Roost | 51 | £209.00 | £10,659.00 |
| PG | Frederick House -Studio Gold | Ensuite | Self-catered | Student Roost | 51 | £219.00 | £11,169.00 |
Accommodation with our partner providers
Accommodation offered specifically to our postgraduate students is also available through our partner accommodation providers, Student Roost and Student Castle. All postgraduates, wherever you live, will also have access to the postgraduate-only common room in Wentworth College.
Student Roost
Situated in great locations, a short walk from the University of York and the city centre, Student Roost's Frederick House is purpose-built modern contemporary student accommodation. With well-designed facilities and onsite support teams available to assist, day or night. Their properties offer a range of en-suite and studio rooms, amazing social spaces you won’t want to miss and are designed with the best of student living in mind.
Student Castle
Located in the heart of York, Student Castle residence is a short walk from the university. Student Castle offers a fantastic selection of accommodation with all the modern facilities you would expect and with top on-site amenities. All rooms have been lovingly designed and include lots of little luxuries like high-tech kitchens and beautiful bathrooms.