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Student accommodation in Finnieston, Glasgow
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Universities close to Finnieston
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Glasgow Caledonian University
Glasgow Caledonian University is ranked first in Scotland for work experience opportunities, has a 91% graduate employment rate and is a top modern university in Scotland by research power. It’s also home to the Alex Ferguson Library and has received recognition for its sustainability efforts with a platinum sustainability campus rating. In terms of rankings, the university is ranked in the top 50 universities in the world for social impact, and the Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2019 for universities under 50 years old.
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
Specialising in music, drama, dance, production and film studies - the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland (RCS) is one of the only universities in Europe where you can study each aspect of performing arts on one campus. RCS has two campuses in Glasgow city centre - The Renfrew Street Campus and Wallace Studios. The city centre campus location means that there are many options nearby for student accommodation in Glasgow city centre.
The Glasgow School of Art
A leading educational institution for visual creative art disciplines, Glasgow School of Art focuses on studio-based learning. The University boasts a School of Fine Art, School of Design, Innovation School, School of Simulation & Visualisation and the Mackintosh School of Architecture. In addition, Glasgow School of Art is ranked third in the UK, fifth in Europe and eighth in the world for Art and Design, according to the QS World University Rankings 2019.
University of Glasgow
With roots dating back to 1451, The University of Glasgow is one of the oldest universities in the world. It has around 35,000 students - both undergraduate and postgraduate and 20 schools across three main campuses. Gilmorehill Campus is three miles away from the city centre, Garscube Campus is located in Bearsden and the third campus is around an hour and a half away from the city centre in Dumfries.
University of Strathclyde
The University of Strathclyde was voted the University of the Year in both 2012 and 2019 and the 5th in the UK for student satisfaction in the Times Higher Education Awards. Strathclyde has a bustling community of 23,000 students from countries all over the world. Specialising in engineering, humanities & social sciences, science and business courses. The University of Strathclyde’s city-centre campus is currently undergoing significant investment.
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About student living in Finnieston
Connectivity
With Exhibition and Charing Cross train stations close by, Finnieston is an extremely well-connected area in Glasgow. Student houses in Finnieston are just a fifteen-minute walk from the University of Glasgow and less than a twenty-minute walk from the Glasgow School of Art, so you’ll never have to get up too early for those 9am lectures!
Outdoors
Finnieston student accommodation is just a short stroll away from Kelvingrove Park. Be sure to take a walk through the impressive, expansive grounds and soak in the scenic duck pond, fountains, and statues. The River Kelvin runs directly through the park, making it the perfect place to relax and unwind.
Food and Drink
Finneston is packed with places to eat and drink, with Argyle Street offering a lively hub of restaurants, bars, cafes, and pubs. Head to The Finnieston for locally-sourced seafood, delicious cocktails and bespoke beers or try The Park Bar, a traditional pub known for its live music and ceilidh dancing. Lebowskis serves up a wide selection of juicy burgers and over thirty kinds of White Ukranian cocktails. And, if you’re looking for a pub with a lively atmosphere, try The Brass Monkey or The 78.
Entertainment
There’s a lot to do close to student houses in Finnieston. Visit the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum to enjoy the stunning architecture and the many exhibitions. It’s completely free so you can drop in any time to soak up some culture. If you’re feeling active, head to Kelvingrove Lawn Bowls and Tennis Centre to take to the courts and unleash your competitive side.
Shopping
There are lots of interesting shops and independent boutiques close to student accommodation in Finneston. Make sure to check out Velvet Moon if you want to buy a unique gift, or pick up some organic produce at Roots, Fruits and Flowers. If you just want to grab your basics, there’s also a Sainsbury’s Local nearby.
Student Housing
The wide range of student accommodation Finnieston has to offer means there is something for everyone. There are Finnieston student properties to suit every taste and budget, from shared student houses to purpose-built apartments. Have a browse of our student housing in Finnieston and find your next home, today.
FAQs about student accommodation in Finnieston
As it's so close to The University of Glasgow and The Glasgow School of Art, Finnieston is a very popular student area with a lively atmosphere. Student accommodation in Finneston is in high demand every year.
Finnieston is a vibrant area with convenient transport links and lots of delicious food and drink options. It’s popular with current and former residents.
Finnieston is located to the west of Glasgow city centre and to the south of Hillhead.
You should feel safe living in Finnieston student accommodation as current and former residents report feeling safe in the area.
Student accommodation in Finnieston is typically quite affordable. As it is a popular student area you can also take advantage of the student discounts and deals in local hospitality venues to help keep the cost of living down.
Finnieston is located between the city centre and the West End in Glasgow.
Many student houses in Finnieston are now advertised with bills included in the price. Where this is the case, your rental price could include electricity, gas, internet, TV licence and water bills and this is clearly stated on the listing. Properties without bills included are also available, giving you the flexibility to choose your own energy and water suppliers and internet service provider.
It is normal for property managers to require you to pay a security deposit at the time of booking or before you move in. Where a deposit is required and you are signing a tenancy agreement, your property manager must protect your deposit in a legally recognised tenancy deposit scheme. As long as you look after the property and have no deductions for damage or unpaid rent, your deposit will be returned to you after your tenancy agreement ends. Whilst tenancy deposits are legally capped at five weeks' rent per person, it is more common for student deposits to be in the lower £100-250 range.
The majority of student accommodation in Finnieston can be rented for fixed contract lengths. For purpose built student accommodation, 43 and 51-week fixed-term contracts are the most common. For shared houses, 52-week contracts are the most common and generally start in July to September.
Short-term student rentals in Finnieston are becoming more popular every year. As a result, property managers are increasingly offering shorter tenancy lengths, whether for the summer period or for individual semesters and terms. This is more common in the purpose-built student accommodation sector than in shared student rental houses across Glasgow.
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