Keys and Security

Carry your access key fob with you at all times

When you arrive on campus you will be given your access key fob.

It is really important to carry your key fob with you at all times to avoid being locked out as your residence main entrance, bedroom and kitchen door will automatically lock when the door closes.

Using your key fob

Your access key fob should be shown to a main entrance door reader at least once every 7 days to keep it active and updated.

Your key fob will give you access to your residence, bedroom and kitchen so its important to keep this on you at all times.

If you are locked out or lose your key fob

If you are locked out of your room; in the first instance, you can ask your local Residence Hub for a replacement key fob during their opening hoursLink opens in a new window. Outside of these opening hours, you can visit the Student Information Centre at Senate House to be issued with a new key fob. Please check the Student Information Centre Link opens in a new windowwebsite for opening times. If the Student Information Centre is not open, you can contact Community SafetyLink opens in a new window for assistance out of hours.

For security reasons please inform us if you have lost your key. Please note there is no charge for a new key fob to be issued.

Further information regarding your key fob can be found hereLink opens in a new window.

Stay Safe with SafeZone

SafeZone is the free campus safety app that connects you directly to our Community Safety Team, 24/7.

Use it to check in when studying late, request help discreetly, or share your location in an emergency. Fast, reliable, and designed for our campus.

We encourage all students to download the SafeZone app.