Accommodation

You can choose from a variety of quality accommodation options, located both on our campuses and in surrounding areas.

Adjusting to life in a new city, country or culture can be a challenging experience. Finding the right accommodation (housing) is one of the most important practical considerations.

We can help you find somewhere to live and assist with any housing issues.

University accommodation

Our students travel from all over the world to study here and we aim to provide the best range and standard of accommodation possible.

There are both catered and self-catered accommodation options for postgraduate students. These can be found across a range of convenient locations within reach of most key University buildings and Edinburgh’s city centre.

University accommodation offers:

• comprehensive community and welfare networks from our Residence Life team
• mixed gender residences, with some single gender flats available
• laundry facilities
• secure cycle storage
• data network services in each bedroom for internet access

Accommodation options

Our accommodation is based across a number of sites, all located within a short walk or bus ride from Edinburgh’s centre and the main University areas.

You can choose from a variety of options in either traditional halls of residence or blocks of self-contained flats, the latter typically varying in size from four to six single study-bedrooms. There is a mix of en-suite rooms and those with shared bathroom facilities.

We offer accommodation for those with disabilities, and some accommodation for students with a partner or family is also available.

Rents for University accommodation typically include utility costs, internet services, personal contents insurance and some cleaning services.

Detailed information, including prices to help you plan your budget, is available from our accommodation website.

Residence Life are a professional team who support students living in University accommodation and aim to build community and create a home away from home.

We have a large team of staff including many who live in the accommodation alongside you, such as the Resident Assistants who are continuing students. They are readily available to provide events, opportunities and support for community issues.

We also have a designated wellbeing team of Wellbeing Advisers should you require additional support with your wellbeing during your stay.

Guarantees

We only guarantee accommodation for postgraduate students meeting certain criteria. 

Applying for accommodation

Find out how to apply and pay for University accommodation.

Private housing

If you would prefer not to live in University accommodation, the Students' Association Advice Place can also offer you advice and resources about finding private rented accommodation.

City life

The University is an integral part of the city. You’ll be learning — and living — in one of Europe’s most vibrant capitals. Our postgraduate accommodation is all within a short walk or bus ride from the city-centre.

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