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Commuter Students

Not all students move into campus accommodation, some students chose to commute to campus. This section includes useful information on travelling to university by bus, train, coach or car, some top tips from current students who commute and also information on study spaces for in between your contact hours.

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Starting university is an exciting time and there are plenty of opportunities to take advantage of even if you don’t live on campus. The campus is well connected and you can travel by:

Here are our top tips from current students for commuting to university:

  • Look into parking options
    There is parking available on campus but students aren't eligible for permits. To save money on parking, try to find off campus parking using websites like Your Parking Space. Bear in mind these places need to be booked in advance around 3 to 4 weeks before the start of term.
  • Avoid rush hour
    Avoiding the morning rush hour will be dependent on how far away from campus you live but be aware that rush hour can usually start from 8:15 - 9:30 for school students and workers. In the afternoons, you would be better off staying on campus till at least 6:00PM, to avoid the rush of staff leaving campus at the end of their working day.
  • Make a travel Plan
    Try your route to campus before the first day so you’ll be more comfortable on the day and know when to leave.
  • Bring a water Bottle
    Bring a reusable water bottle. There are plenty of water fountains available on campus, you can use the Refill app to locate them.
  • Structure your day
    Plan your day on campus before coming, take advantage of the opportunities on campus between timetabled classes. You can use the time to catch up on work using study spaces all around campus, use the Sports and Wellness hub or meet up with friends for lunch at one of the restaurants or cafes.
  • Join societies or sport clubs
    There are a variety of sport clubs and societies available for you to join ranging from Quidditch to Ultimate Frisbee. There is something here for everyone! It's a great way to make friends, push yourself out of your comfort zone and learn new things.

For more advice from current students on how to structure your day, why they chose to commute and making friends have a look at the Student Video below.

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