International Study Centre

University accommodation

When you move to a new country, you need to be certain that you have somewhere comfortable and convenient to live. As an ISC student, assuming we receive your housing application by the relevant deadline, you are guaranteed a place in University-managed accommodation.

• Accommodation options for Foundation Year students
• Accommodation for Pre-Masters students

Residence facilities

All University accommodation is self-catering, with cooking facilities in communal kitchens. A standard University-managed room has:

Bathroom facilities are normally shared, although a third of the accommodation is en-suite. Residences on campus are all equipped with telephones and broadband internet access. There is a launderette on campus, along with shops, a doctor and dentist and other essential facilities.

Most rooms are designed for one person, but we have some shared rooms and a small number of family flats suitable for a couple and a young child. We also have a limited amount of housing adapted for students with a disability.

We know that when you first come to the University you may feel anxious that you do not know anyone. But everybody feels the same and, living in University accommodation, you soon get to know your neighbours. To help you settle in, most residences have a live-in residential adviser - an established Sussex student who will help you when you arrive and can assist with any minor problems.

Accommodation options for Foundation Year students

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Park Village
Each three-storey house consists of 12 single study bedrooms, two kitchens and bath, shower and toilet facilities. Each bedroom has its own washbasin. There is also a social centre with the Porter's lodge, families' room and a popular student cocktail bar. Park Village is approximately a 5 minute walk to the ISC.

Address: Park Village, University of Sussex, Falmer, Brighton BN1 9RD

Brighthelm
60 five-bedroom houses, each with well equipped kitchens and dining rooms (including washing machines and tumble dryers). Each bedroom has its own washbasin and there are two bathrooms in each house. Brighthelm is approximately a 5 minute walk to the ISC.

Address: Brighthelm, University of Sussex, Falmer, Brighton BN1 9SA

The Park Houses
Four large residences, each housing about 100 students. Each bedroom has its own washbasin. The kitchens are shared between approximately 12 students, and bathroom and toilet facilities are shared between six students. Each house also has its own TV room. The Park Houses are approximately a 5 minute walk to the ISC.

Address: Park Houses - Lancaster House, University of Sussex, Falmer, Brighton BN1 9QP

Lewes Court
Located adjacent to Park Village at the back of the campus, Lewes Court flats are designed for groups of five to six students. Each flat has its own kitchen, dining room and lounge area. The accommodation includes 250 en-suite rooms and 238 standard rooms. Lewes Court is approximately a 5 minute walk to the ISC.

Address: Lewes Court, University of Sussex, Falmer, Brighton BN1 9RU

Swanborough
Situated in a central position on the campus, this new accommodation provides 250 en-suite rooms, in self-contained flats housing between 4 and 7 students. Each flat has its own kitchen, dining room and lounge area. Swanborough is less than a 5 minute walk to the ISC.

Address: Swanborough, University of Sussex, Falmer, Brighton BN1 9RF

Stanmer Court
Located opposite the entrance of the campus by Falmer station, this new development provides 474 en-suite rooms, in self-contained flats housing between 4 and 6 students. Each flat has its own kitchen, dining-room and lounge area. Stanmer Court is approximately a 10 minute walk to the ISC.

Address: Stanmer Court, University of Sussex, Falmer, Brighton, BN1 9RF

Tenancy length and start dates for Foundation students

For calculation purposes, a standard tenancy length is 39 weeks. Please note that tenancy lengths do not always correspond to term dates and therefore students on Foundation Year programmes beyond June 2009 may be required to relocate.

Accommodation for Pre-Masters students

All Pre-Masters students will be housed in en-suite single study bedrooms in Stanmer Court. Pre-Masters students will be sharing flats with Sussex postgraduates.

Tenancy length and start dates for Pre-Masters students

Students on the September start Pre-Masters are guaranteed accommodation at Stanmer Court, subject to applicable accommodation deadlines. Students starting Pre-Masters in January or April 2009 may be offered another residence if Stanmer Court is full at that time. Please note that options may be limited and accommodation during this time is subject to availability.

Tenancy dates do not correspond exactly to Pre-Masters term dates. For calculation purposes, tenancy lengths are as follows:

Length of Pre-Masters	Start date	Tenancy dates	Length of Tenancy
Three terms	September start	27/09/08 – 27/06/09	39 weeks
Three terms	January start	10/01/09 – 05/09/09	34 weeks
Two terms	January start	10/01/09 – 27/06/09	24 weeks
Two terms	April start	11/04/09 – 05/09/09	21 weeks