STRATHCLYDE UNI ACCOMMODATION VS PRIVATE STUDENT ACCOMMODATION

Welcome to the ultimate comparison for student living in Glasgow! In this video we explore two very different housing options for students at the University of Strathclyde: the on-campus university-managed halls and the privately-run “purpose built student accommodation” (PBSA) nearby.

What you’ll find in this video:

A look inside university halls: location, room types, amenities, social life.

A tour of private student accommodation: modern studios, en-suite rooms, extra amenities.

Pros & cons of each option — from cost, convenience and community to independence, lifestyle and flexibility.

Key practical factors: contract length, bills included or not, distance to campus, roommate situation.

Personal impressions: what students say they like (and dislike) about each.

Tips to help you decide which is right for you — especially if you’re an incoming first-year or moving to Glasgow for the first time.

Key considerations highlighted in the video:

Location & convenience: University halls are often right on or very near campus which makes going to lectures, labs and the library easy.
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Community & support: Living in university halls often means being surrounded by other first-years or peers, with more built-in social opportunities.

Cost & budgeting: Private student accommodation tends to cost more per week, but you may get newer furnishings, extra amenities, or more privacy. For example, private studios near Strathclyde are quoted as ~£160–£220/week.
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Room types & flexibility: University halls may offer shared kitchens or more traditional dorm layouts; private halls often offer en-suite rooms or individual studios.
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Contract obligations & liability: With private accommodation you're often committing for the full contract length — important to check.
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First year vs later years: Many students choose university-managed halls in their first year to ease the transition, then move to private accommodation (or shared flats) in later years for more independence.
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Who this video is for:

Applicants or offer-holders at the University of Strathclyde trying to choose accommodation.

Students arriving from abroad who want to understand options in Glasgow.

Anyone comparing the “halls” vs “private student housing” decision for UK universities.

How to use this video:
Watch through both tours, take notes on what matters to you (location, budget, contract, independence, social life), then pause and ask:

“How close do I want to be to campus & my department?”

“What’s my budget per week, and what bills are included?”

“Do I want a private bathroom or am I okay sharing?”

“How much social / community-living do I want?”

“What happens if I withdraw from the course early or want to move out?”

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Thanks for watching — here’s to finding the perfect home for your time in Glasgow! 🎓