Open Day Accommodation Guide | University for the Creative Arts

About our accommodation

If you're looking for accommodation information at our Open Day you're likely thinking of applying for on-campus halls. Below is some key information you need to know along with links to our accommodation options.

You'll also find information about finding private accommodation in the local area.

Before you apply for accommodation

You'll need to have accepted UCA as your firm choice
You must be intending to study a full-time course and be in beginning your first year of study at UCA

Application process

You can apply via the UCA Accommodation Portal from March 2027
Applications along with any medical evidence and UCA's medical form must be submitted by early June
Room allocations begin in June and offers will be emailed to you
You can still apply after the June deadline, but rooms will be subject to availability

About the rooms

All rooms are single occupancy
Rooms are self-catered with shared kitchens
Bedroom furniture provided including mattress
Ovens, kettles and microwaves provided
Cleaning equipment such as a hoover and mop is also provided
Toasters, irons and ironing boards not provided

Accommodation contracts

One room offer per student
Must be studying full-time and in first year of study
Accommodation is not guaranteed
You'll need to find private accommodation for future years

Allocation priorities

Diagnosed medical conditions and/or disclosed disabilities which necessitate living on campus
Care experienced students
Refugees and/or asylum seekers
Home address is the greatest distance from campus

Medical applicants

When you apply you must tick that you're applying on medical grounds
You'll need to provide supporting documentation and get our medical form completed by your registered doctor and/medical practioner
Evidence must be submitted before the June deadline

Adapted rooms available for...

Wheelchair users and students with mobility issues
Hearing issues
Visually impaired
Epileptics
Bedrooms for live in Carers (limited availability)
Kitchen with height-adjustable surfaces and appliances
Tracks to take students between bedroom and ensuite

Residence fees include...

Internet
Utility bills
Basic insurance
Weekly health and hygiene clean of communal areas
Onsite laundry(charges apply)
Onsite mailroom for parcels

Contract lengths

38 weeks for undergraduates
51 weeks for postgraduates
You'll remain liable for residence fees unless you stop studying at UCA (you're then subject top a maximum of 28 days or find a replacement that accommodation staff approve)
You're bound by terms and conditions of reference

Fee payment

£300 advanced payment to secure room
You can choose to pay termly in advance in line with student loan payments or pay before the start of the contract

Accommodation at UCA

Explore the halls accommodation on offer at our campuses in Canterbury, Epsom, and Farnham.

More information

Applying for Halls Private Accommodation Accommodation FAQs Accommodation for January Entrants Specific Accommodation Requirements