Accommodation information for parents and carers

How to support your young person at university

Here are some useful tips to support your young person to get ready for independent living (and to help you not worry too much).

Skills to brush up on

• Using a washing machine
• Doing the weekly shop
• Learning to cook a few key dishes
• Living on a budget

Make sure they're ready to move in

• Check they've booked an arrival slot. They need to log into their Student Living account to do this.
• From the beginning of September, they will be able to register with a doctor online.
• Use our guide for what to bring
• Get the information you need for where to go on arrival

Double-check they have the right cover for their gadgets

Hall fees include room contents insurance provided by Howden. Register with Howden and find out more about the cover they provide. Please note that cover for possessions outside a student room is not included so it's worth extending the cover if necessary, or checking whether your home insurance covers student possessions.

Maintain a positive attitude

Have confidence in them but let them know it's perfectly normal to be a bit nervous.

Talk them through their finances

This will include how much they will get in loans, grants and bursaries, what you'll be providing (if any) and when their fees need to be paid.

Let us know about additional support

If your young person requires additional support in halls, please make sure we are aware of this.

Put these useful dates in your diary

Term dates 2025/26

*Some courses like Nursing, Healthcare and ITS may start earlier. Check your correspondence for details.

Halls payments

Find out more information about the transition to University