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Page 1: Residents Guide 2015 2016

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Residentsrsquo Guide 983090983088983089983093ndash983090983088983089983094

Incorporating the Conditions o Residence

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surreyacuk University of Surrey 3

C O N T E N T S

Welcome 4

Customer Charter 6

Management 8

Accommodation Services 8

Estates and Facilities Management 8

Cleaning 8

Court Reception 9

Maintenance 9

Security 9

Finance 10IT Services 10

Student Support Services 10

Mentoring 10

Wardens 10

Housing Associations

(Bellerby Court International House

amp Millennium House only) 11

AndashZ Information 12

Broadband (ResNet) 12

CCTV 12

Childcare 12

Energy Efficiency 12

Heating 12

Insurance 12

Kitchen Equipment 13

Laundry Facilities 13

Linen and Bedding 13

Litter Clearance 13

Locks and Keys 13

Mail and Parcels 14Personal Belongings 14

Refuse Collection and Recycling 14

Religious Texts 15

Repairs 15

SnowIce Clearance 15

Security Health and Safety 16

Emergencies 16

Electrical Safety 18

Fire Safety 18

Gas Safety 18

General Health and Safety 19

Policies 20

Accommodation for

Students with Disabilities 20

Allocation Policy 21

Application Procedure 21

Complaints 21

Contractual Relationship 21

Paying for your room 22

Conditions of Residence 24Abandoned Property 24

Access to Your Accommodation 24

Arrival 24

Bicycles 24

Business Use 24

Cleaning 24

Council Tax 25

Damage 25

Data Protection 25

Departure and Giving Notice to Leave Early 26

Deposits 26

Drug Misuse 26

Electoral Registration 27

Electrical Appliances 27

Furniture 27

Guests 27

Health and Safety 27

Inventory 27

Keys and Locks 27

Misconduct 28

Noise 28

Parking 30

Parties 30

Pets 30

Posters 30

Rent 30Room Changes 31

Security of Rooms and Property 31

Single Sex flatsfloors 31

Smoking 31

Sub-letting of Rooms 31

Summer Vacation Residence 31

Television 31

Useful Contacts 32

THE UNIVERSITYOF SURREY RANKS

SECOND CHEAPESTPLACE TO LIVE

AND OFFERS THE MOSTAFFORDABLE SINGLE ROOMS

OUT OF THE TOP TEN

UNIVERSITIES IN THE2016 GUARDIANLEAGUE TABLES

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surreyacuk University of Surrey 5

W E L C O M E

Dear Resident

We would like to welcome you to your Accommodation at theUniversity o Surrey

During your time here you are supported by a ull team o

proessional services rom across the University Please inormus o any issues you may have so we can work with you to

overcome any problems quickly and easily

Staying in University accommodation will play a big part inyour student lie whilst at Surrey You will be sharing withstudents not only taking different courses but also c oming

rom many different parts o the world introducing you tosome great riends and making unorgettable memories This

Guide will provide you with all the inormation you need toknow during your stay with us

All our accommodation is managed in accordance withthe UUK Code o Practice or the Management o Student

Housing Further details relating to the code can be ound atwwwuukcodeinfo

We hope you have an enjoyable and successul stay in youraccommodation and we look orward to meeting you

With Best Wishes

Accommodation Services

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University of Surrey 7surreyacuk

ACCOMMODATION SERVICES

C U S T O M E R C H A R T E R

Accommodation Services are here to help you and offer advice on all

residential accommodation matters We are committed to ensuring you receive

an excellent level of service and to respond positively to your feedback

Vision

To ensure students staff and visitors to

the University are accommodated within

sae secure accommodation across a rangeo budgets

Aim

We aim to provide a riendly and

approachable service actively listening toour customers and working with them to

create a service based on mutual respect andunderstanding We will apply the Universityrsquosaccommodation allocation policy airly

and consistently and will work with allthe appropriate University departments to

promote a positive living environment

What you should expect from us

As our customer you can expect

Accommodation Services to

raquo Provide a confidential riendly and efficient

serviceraquo Provide accurate and up to date inormation

on our website at our Receptions and in all oour correspondence

raquo Allocate accommodation in accordance with

the current Accommodation Allocation Policyraquo Assist with resolving any issue you

may have in relation to your Universityaccommodation and to provide support and

guidance i you encounter problems withaccommodation in the private sector

raquo Signpost other services which may be o

use to you during your stay in Universityaccommodation

In providing our services we value

raquo Meeting the needs o our community

raquo The diversity and individuality o all peopleraquo The proessionalism o our staff

raquo Effective communication including youreedback on our services

raquo Our approachability

A comfortable room

All rooms are carpeted with a bed desk

chair shelves wardrobe and curtains

Most standard rooms have a wash basinEn suite rooms have their own toilet shower

and wash basin All rooms benefit rom ourree ResNet service which provides ast and

efficient broadband

A well-equipped cooking area

In your cooking area yoursquoll have a cookerridge reezer microwave sink storage space

table and chairs

A clean place to live

Wersquoll clean all communal areas weekly Andwersquoll provide you with a vacuum cleanermop and bucket and dustpan and brush to

use in the intervening period i you need to

A prompt maintenance

and repair serviceWersquoll deal with maintenance issues promptlyand efficiently Every job will b e allocated

emergency urgent or non-urgent statusaccording to its severity All aults can bereported online

How you the customer can help us

meet our service standards

To help us provide the best possible servicewe suggest the ollowing

raquo Inorm us as soon as possible o any issues

you may be encountering ndash reporting aultsonline

raquo Contact us by email or through a personalvisit in the first instance

raquo In all correspondence quote your Student

Staff numberraquo Give as much inormation as possible

regarding your situation and requirementsraquo Read and understand your responsibilities

under the terms and conditions o The

Residentsrsquo Guideraquo Update us with any changes in your status

that may affect your accommodation needsrequirements

raquo Be respectul o your ellow residents

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University of Surrey 9surreyacuk

M A N A G E M E N T

Your accommodation is managed by a University-wide team to ensure you

receive a professional service in all areas of your accommodation experience

Accommodation Services

raquo Accommodation Services takes overall

responsibility or your accommodationso i you are unsure o whom to talk to orhave eedback relating to your experience

in accommodation please contact us TheAccommodation Office is open Mon to Fri

10am to 5pm and is located in the PhilipMarchant Building Stag Hill campus

Accommodation Services has day to dayresponsibility or

raquo Receiving all accommodation applications

the allocation o rooms and room transersraquo Invoicing you or your accommodationraquo Providing inormation on renting in the

private sector including hosting HousingAwareness Week in February providing

up to date inormation on housesroomsavailable in the private sector via

surreystudentpadcouk raquo Management o 60 houses in the private sector

as part o the Property Managed Scheme

raquo Management o the Reception at Manor Park

Estates and Facilities Management

Estates and Facilities Management (EampFM)

are responsible or the management oCourt Receptions on Stag Hill Campusdelivery o mail (see Mail amp Parcels in A-Z

Inormation or urther details) cleaningservices and all maintenance your housing

association will be responsible or theseservices in Bellerby Court InternationalHouse and Millennium House For all queries

relating to these services please contact yourCourt Reception

EampFM also undertake the upkeep o all areas

on campus including grounds walkways andother non-residential buildings

Cleaning

Cleaning is carried out in the c ommunal

areas o the Courts eg s tairwells corridorsshared kitchens and shared bathrooms The

cleaning schedule will be displayed in yourkitchen Any queries relating to this serviceshould be made to your Court Reception in

the first instance

Court Reception

The Reception is the centre or most CourtsThis is where you can

raquo Collect post and parcelsraquo Report any issues relating to your cleaning

serviceraquo Seek support or ResNet via a ResNet Advisor

raquo Make general enquiries in relation to youraccommodation

Please see back o booklet or contact detailsand opening times

Maintenance

Maintenance is carried out by University staffor approved contractors used to working inthe Courts Requests or repairs can be made

online (see Repairs or urther details) I youhave an emergency situation (ie flood no

power) please contact your Court Receptioni they are closed requests can be made to the24-hour Security Office in Senate House

Security

There are Security staff on duty 24 hours a

day at the main Campus Security Office onthe ground floor o Senate House Manor Parkalso has a Security Officer on duty 24 hours

based at Reception located near to the siteentrance Hazel Farm has regular mobile and

oot patrols

Our Security Teamrsquos main purpose is to ensurethe security and saety o students staff andbuildings and regular patrols are carried out

I you need help at any time you can contactSecurity by going to the office or by calling

the numbers detailed below Out o normalopening hours Security also deal with urgent

requests or maintenance and will help youwith other enquiries you may have

I you have an emergency the Securityteam can be contacted by phoning

+44 (0)1483 683333

This will connect you to the Security Officein Senate House which is open 24 hours aday Please remember that this line is or

emergencies only

Non-urgent calls to the 24-hour SecurityOffice should be made to +44 (0)1483 682002

It wasnrsquot the beautiul campus that impressed me the most about Surrey

nor was it the breathtaking landscapes that surround it or the proximity

to London hellip what really drew me in was that no matter how culturally

diverse or scarily new it all was Surrey elt like home

Em Bollon

Former President Studentsrsquo Union

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surreyacuk

As residential Wardens we live

among you in the Courts o

Residence to support your welare

needs and maintain discipline

All o the Wardens have day jobs

in a variety o departments right

across the University so our wide-

ranging combined experience o theUniversity as a whole means that

we are ofen the first port-o-call

or inormation I we canrsquot provide

exactly what you need we will

certainly know who to put you in

touch with in order to help We hope

you enjoy your time in residences

David Carey Senior Warden

shares his experiences

University of Surrey 11

Finance

The Student Finance Team are responsible or

the collection o your rent They also provideguidance should you experience difficulty in

making payments They are located within theStudent Services Centre and can be contacted

by emailing student-receivablessurreyacuk

IT Services

raquo Manage the broadband (ResNet) servicewithin your accommodation

raquo Provide support or all o the above withResNet Advisors who can be booked via yourCourt Reception

Student Support ServicesStudent Support Services bring togethera range o support services to help youthroughout your time at University

Full details can be ound atsurreyacukcurrentstudents

Our Warden and Mentoring Teams are a key

part o the residential support available

Mentoring

Student Lie Mentors are current studentswho are on hand to support new students

through their first year in accommodationThey visit residences once every c ouple o

weeks to help with everything rom settlingin and finding your way around campus

to dealing with conflict in flats and anywellbeing issues you may ace

Mentors are well inormed about the supportservices available across campus and can

draw on their own experience to act as anapproachable and easily accessible welare

presence throughout the year They alsoorganise social events such as movie nights

quizzes ice-skating trips and sushi makingproviding you with an opportunity to get toknow your flatmates and neighbours better

On the accommodation poster in your

kitchen yoursquoll find details o who yourmentor is and how to contact them Youcan also find out more and request a vis it

by contacting the Student Lie team onsurreyacukmentoring See page 32 o this

guide or urther contact details and socialmedia pages

Wardens

Wardens are members o the University

staff who live permanently in the residenceswith their amilies to help support the

residential community Wardens are here tohelp you get the most out o your studentlie at Surrey Your Warden is a good point

o contact i you need some help or adviceabout any aspect o lie in your Court

Wardens are also here to ensure all residentsmaintain reasonable behaviour

For non-urgent issues you can arrange tomeet your Warden by emailing the Wardensrsquo

court address (see page 32 or your courtrsquosemail address) For any urgent matters

please contact Security They will contact amember o the Wardening team immediatelyFurther details can be ound online at

surreyacukwardens

Other Support Services

Student Services Centre

Student Information Desk

01483 68 68 68

surreyacukask

The Centre located in Hall Complex opposite

Senate House is your first stop shop orinormation advice and guidance on thematters below

raquo Student Registry

General administration and support

raquo Student Money

Scholarshipsbursaries unding problemsdelays budgeting discretionary hardship unds

raquo International Student Support

Support amp visa issues

raquo Finance Receivables

Problems with paying or eesaccommodation

Centre for Wellbeing

Located in University Court which provides

inormation and advice on all issues affectingyour health amp wellbeing

The Guildowns University Medical Practice

Located in University Court which provides

medical consultations and advice When youarrive arrangements will be made or you to

register with a doctor

The Chaplaincy ServiceLocated in Surrey Court

Housing Associations

Bellerby Court Millennium House and

International House are cleaned andmaintained by the Housing Associations who

manage these buildings I you require urtherdetails please contact Accommodation Services

Given the high placement in the

league tables and excellent travel

links to London the University o

Surrey halls o residence really is

value or money With all the billsincluded it really is a huge worry

off your mind allowing you toenjoy the ull university experience

Lauren Whatley

BSc Accounting and Finance

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AndashZ INFORMATION

Broadband (ResNet)

ResNet is ree and it rsquos your connection to theInternet 24 hours a day To connect go to

httpactivatesurreyacuk

With your login (your University number)

and password (your date o birth in theormat ddmmyyyy) via any laptop or PC

with web access

All bedrooms have ree broadband accessThe service is subject to an AcceptableUse Policy which can be viewed at

surreyacukresnet I you have any problemswith this service please contact your Court

Reception

CCTV

CCTV is installed in some areas o theResidences or your security and saety This is

careully managed by the University SecurityDepartment to ensure the privacy o residents

Childcare

The University provides the Campus Kids Day

Nursery a proessionally-run acility locatedon the Manor Park Campus

For more inormation see

kidsunlimitedcouknurseriescampus-kids-guildford

Energy Efficiency

The University has an Energy ManagementPolicy Residents are urged to be responsible

in their consumption o energy and water byswitching off lights and electrical appliancesand by turning off taps and showers afer use

Heating

In most buildings controls or hot waterand heating are automatic I your room is

too warm please turn your radiator downusing the control valve Please note on manyradiators this requires the use o a coin to

turn the valve towards the thick blue line Iyour room remains too hot or too cold please

report online to the Estates and FacilitiesHelpdesk (details in the Useul Contacts

section at the back o this booklet)

In order to conserve energy and reduce

carbon emissions it is University Policy tomaintain a normal maximum temperature

or any residence at 21 degrees Celsius duringthe day and evening In most bui ldingsheating is switched off during the night rom

approximately 2am ndash 630am Central heatingis normally operated rom 1 October to 1 May

when the external daytime temperature isbelow 18 degrees Celsius

Insurance

The University accepts no liability or any loss

o or damage to your personal belongingsYour belongings will be covered by a block

insurance policy provided by EndsleighInsurance This provides limited cover or

loss or damage to your belongings i you havetaken reasonable steps to keep them secureYou are advised to check the policy at

wwwendsleighcouk to ensure that thecover provided is adequate or your needs

Kitchen Equipment

A ridge reezer (or ridge-reezer) electric

kettle cooker microwave toaster and ironare provided in each kitchen but you must

provide your own cooking utensils crockeryand cutlery Please note the regulations or

any personal cooking equipment (see page18 Electrical Saety)

All cooking appliances (cookers hobsmicrowave ovens toasters and kettles) are

electric Cookers and hobs have rotary knobsor the radiant rings grill and oven Please

ensure that you switch off when you havefinished using the cooker or hob When youclean the cooker or hob always ensure you

turn off the electrical supply by using thenearby red switch

Laundry Facilities

Sel-service laundrettes or residents areprovided at

raquo Stag Hill campus on the ground floor oAA building

raquo Hazel Farm Hamilton Driveraquo Hazel Farm Hamilton Placeraquo Bellerby Court in Wealden House

(externally provided)raquo Manor Park near Reception and at

71ndash77 Ronald Ross Road

A wash costs pound220 to pound280 and to dry anaverage load costs approximately pound120 Allmachines are operated by a ldquotop up cardrdquo

system Cards are available rom machineslocated at the laundrettes and the reception

at Manor Park) For more inormation pleasevisit circuitgroupcom

All laundrettes are operated by CircuitLaunderette Services In the event o

breakdown or aults these can be reporteddirect to Circuit on 0800 092 4068

Instructions or use o the laundrette aredisplayed at each location

Linen and Bedding

Bedding (duvet and pillows) bed linen and

towels are not provided You can either

raquo Bring with you a duvet duvet coverpillows pillowcases and sheets to fit a

single bed approximately 190cm x 90cmor all single rooms

raquo Purchase a bedding pack rom the University

prior to your arrival which includes all theitems listed above and will be delivered to

your room ready or your arrival Packs canbe purchased at httpstoresurreyacuk

Litter Clearance

The paths steps and grounds around theresidences are routinely swept and litterremoved Residents are expected to behave

responsibly and avoid dropping litterCigarette butts should be disposed o in thecigarette bins Rubbish rom your room must

only be disposed o in the recycling bins nearyour court I you are unsure as to where these

are please ask at your Court Reception

Locks and Keys

On arrival you will be given a key to the dooro your floor or flat and or your bedroom

For your security and s aety always lock thedoor o your bedroom when you go out Youshould also be sure to lock your floorflat

ront door to keep your home secure Yourkey must never be given out to anyone

I you lock yoursel out or lose your keys please

report to your Court Reception or Security ithey are closed Please note there is cost opound20 or lost or broken keys and key obs

Bus Passes

Bus passes are issued ree o charge tostudents living at Hazel GFarm a charge opound20 will be made or lost or damaged Bus

passes

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Mail and Parcels

Incoming mail on Stag Hill is security

scanned and then delivered to the Courtreception during the morning Monday to

Friday and is available or collection byresidents in the afernoon

All mail is delivered to Manor Park or ManorPark and Bellerby Court residents Monday to

Friday Emails will be sent to residents whenpost is ready or collection At Hazel Farm

mail is delivered direct to the houses by RoyalMail No mail is delivered to the University

on Saturday Sunday public holidays andUniversity closure days I we receive a parcelor letter requiring a signature then yoursquoll

receive an email to your University accountadvising you to come to the reception with

your Student ID Card to collect the item Allmail is delivered to Manor Park or ManorPark and Bellerby Court residents Monday to

Friday Emails will be sent to residents whenpost is ready or collection

Afer students have lef University

accommodation any uncollected mail willbe returned to sender I you have activelyused your University address or post then we

recommend you set up a redirect to your newaddress online by ollowing the link below

royalmailcomcustomer-servicepersonal-

customersmoving-home-going-awayset-

redirection

Envelopes containing valuables may be liable

to being stolen rom post racks I you intendto have such items delivered we stronglyadvise that you arrange or them to be sent

by Recorded Delivery

Large parcels and other bulky items are

normally delivered to the University CentralDistribution Office opposite International

House Yoursquoll be advised when such an itemarrives and should collect it rom the CentralDistribution Office

All mail should be addressed to residents

using their ull name as per University

records We would also recommend the use o

your student number to ensure mail reachesyou in a timely ashion

raquo Stag Hill campus residentsrsquo mail should beaddressed with the name o your Court flat

and room number ollowed by University oSurrey Guildord and the ollowing postcode

Battersea Court GU2 7JQCathedral Court GU2 7JHGuildord Court GU2 7JL

International GU2 7JLMillennium GU2 7JN

Stag Hill Court GU2 7JGSurrey Court GU2 7JW

Twyord Court GU2 7JP

University Court GU2 7JN

raquo Manor Park residentsrsquo mail should beaddressed to your ull name flat room

number and road name Manor Park StudentVillage Guildord GU2 7YW

raquo Hazel Farm residentsrsquo mail should beaddressed with the house and room number

road name Worplesdon Guildord and theollowing postcodes

Hamilton Drive GU2 9PLHamilton Place GU2 9GXHamilton Close GU2 9GU

Oregano Way GU2 9YT

raquo Bellerby Court residentsrsquo mail should beaddressed with the flat and room Number

Name o House Rosalind Franklin CloseGuildord GU2 7XR

Personal Belongings

Residents are reminded that other peoplersquos

belongings (including ood and kitchenutensils) must only be used or borrowed with

prior permission

Refuse Collection and Recycling

In most residences except those detailedbelow reuse is removed rom kitchens dailyMonday to Friday At weekends residents

may deposit reuse in the recycling binsprovided at each Court

I you live in amily flats or Hazel Farm youare responsible or removing your reuse

to the collection points Recycling bins orpaper cardboard glass and tins are provided

at central points outside residence buildings

Religious Texts

In a number o our rooms yoursquoll finda gif o a bible given by the Gideons

International I you do not have a copy andwould like one please contact the Chaplainson chaplaincysurreyacuk Alternatively

i you would like to return your copy pleasehand it in at your Court Reception

I you wish to disc uss any religious matters

urther or are interested in reading otherreligious texts please contact the ChaplainsFurther details can be ound at

surreyacukchaplaincy

Repairs

Faults must be reported via the online EampFMhelp desk surreyacukreportrepair

Out o hours emergency repairs must be

notified to Security Contact details can beound at the back o this booklet

I you report a ault in your accommodationyou give permission or Maintenance Staff to

enter to rectiy the ault

We endeavour to carry out plannedinspections and maintenance o buildings so

as to minimise inconvenience to residentsWe will normally give notice o any planned

work approximately a week beore it iscarried out In an emergency or examplea fire or flood we may need to enter your

accommodation without giving notice

Maintenance staff prioritise work and aim tocomplete jobs in a timely manner

Please note that reunds o rent ormaintenance ailures are only made in

exceptional circumstances when the ault hasnot been rectified in a timely ashion and

not where the ault or delay is beyond theUniversityrsquos control or example a power cutor difficulty in obtaining spare parts

SnowIce Clearance

When winter weather conditions requirethe paths and steps round the residences

will be gritted and where necessary snowand ice cleared i possible by 10am The

University Estates and Facilities ManagementDepartment are responsible or dealing withsnow and ice clearance

I there is significant snowall announcements

will be made on the Universityrsquos website toinorm you o any special arrangements at

surreyacukalert

Typical fault Target response time for first inspection

Health and Safety related repairs eg gas leaks

dangerous electrical faults lift entrapment 1 hour

Urgent repairs eg water leaks failure of heating

water or electrical systems lock failure 3 hours

Routine repairs eg faulty showers or toilets

sticking doors flickering lights 3 days

Routine repairs eg faulty windows or glazing

dripping taps 7 days

Non urgent repairs eg decoration

minor paving issues furniture repairs 20 days

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SECURITY HEALTH

A N D S A F E T Y

You are required to conduct yourself responsibly

and in a safe manner that is compatible with

the health safety and wellbeing of your fellow

residents and the buildings in which you live

It is an offence in law to interere with or misuse anything

provided in the interests o health and saety including fire

detection systems fire alarms and fire-fighting equipment TheUniversity will take disciplinary action against any resident

ound to be endangering the welare o other residents ormembers o the University Community

A copy o the University Health and Saety Policy can be

viewed at surreyacukhsd

Emergencies

In case o an emergency please contact Security on extension3333 or +44 (0)1483 683333 rom mobile phones

On Stag Hill campusManor Park in an emergency (medicalfire assault etc) always contact Security They will then come

directly to the incident and wi ll also contact the EmergencyServices or you

At Hazel Farm and Bellerby Court please call 999 or theAmbulance Service Fire Brigade or Police As soon as possible

aferwards contact University Security to inorm them that theEmergency Services have been called

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Electrical Safety

All electrical supplies in the Residences

operate at 230 volts and i used incorrectly cangive atal electric shocks Faulty or damaged

electrical equipment can also cause fires

The electrical equipment provided by theUniversity is routinely checked to ensure itis sae I you bring electrical equipment into

the residences it must be in good conditionand be fitted with a UK 3-pin plug with a

use Continental two or three -pin plugs andadaptors should not be used The University

reserves the right to remove withoutwarning electrical appliances it deems to beunsae or appliance leads that are not CE or

BS kite-marked

For your own saety and that o your ellowresidents you must stop using equipment

immediately i you notice the ollowingdanger signs

raquo Plugs or wall sockets which are overheatingor are scorched or cracked

raquo Cables or wires which are loose exposed orraying

raquo A burning smell when appliances are

switched onraquo Fuses which blow requently

I you are concerned about any o the electrical

installations or appliances in your Residenceplease speak to your Court Reception

Fire Safety

I you find a fire sound the alarmimmediately by hitting the nearest alarm callpoint ndash they are usually near the entrance

to your flatfloor When you hear a loudelectronic siren anywhere in the University

this means a fire evacuation and you and anyguests must leave the building immediatelyand go to your designated assembly point or

Court Reception i directed to do so You mustonly return to the building when a Fire Officer

or Security Officer instructs you to do so

The fire-fighting apparatus is supplied oruse only in an emergency I you do have to

use this equipment please report this to yourCourt Reception as soon as possible so it canbe replaced Tampering with any fire saety

equipment eg fire alarms unnecessarilydischarging fire extinguishers propping

open fire doors or covering sm oke detectorsis a serious offence Any resident oundmisusing saety equipment will be fined

may be required to leave the residence andcould be reported to the Police or Criminal

Investigation

Fire evacuation practices are arranged duringthe First Semester You are required to co-

operate with the instructions o Universitystaff during practice evacuations I you havea disability the University Fire Saety Officer

will advise you about sae evacuation in theevent o a fire Please note that fire escapes

exits should only be used in emergencies

Nearly all the fires in student housing start

in the kitchen and most i nvolve cookingas a result residents must never leave their

cooking unattended They should takereasonable steps to prevent a fire eg never

filling a pan more than one-third ull o oilkeeping grill pans clean not putting teatowels on a hob directly afer use and b eing

especially cautious i they are under theinfluence o alcohol or any other medication

Gas Safety

I you smell gas you should report this to

University Security by dialling extension3333 rom any University phone or+44 (0)1483 683333 rom mobile phones

Gas appliances in the Residences areserviced and saety checked annually bylsquoGas Saersquo qualified contractors Landlords

Gas Saety Certificates are displayed inrelevant buildings and are also available

to view by prior arrangement at theAccommodation Office

General Health and Safety

raquo I you have an accident or a lsquonear missrsquoaccident or you spot a saety hazard you should

report this to your Court Reception or toAccommodation Services or University 24 HourSecurity Office All accidents must be ormally

reported on a University Incident Report Formraquo Bicycles additional urniture or other large

items may not be brought into Residence

buildings they must not be stored externallywhere they obstruct access to doors or stairs

raquo You must not obstruct doors corridors stairsor communal areas

raquo You may not burn candles joss sticks or usenaked flames or lsquohookahrsquo pipes in Res idences

The use o candles or other naked flames inUniversity accommodation is prohibited

raquo Residents are not allowed to bring into the

Courts any substance or equipment whichmight be hazardous to health or saety eg

petrol solvents Nitric Oxide Synthase (NOS)laboratory equipment etc

raquo You may not bring weapons or replicaweapons into the Courts including guns airguns swords knives etc

raquo Residents who have children are responsibleor their saety whilst in University buildings

English Law does not speciy a particular ageat which a child can be lef unsupervisedHowever parents may be prosecuted i they

leave a child alone lsquoin a manner which islikely to cause unnecessary suffering or

injury to healthrsquo (Children and Young PersonsAct 1933) University residences should

be regarded as high risk areas or youngchildren Babies and toddlers should never belef alone in any circumstances

raquo University staff have the right to carry outtheir duties without ear o intimidation

and abuse Such behaviour directed at s taffis a very serious offence and will lead todisciplinary action

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P O L I C I E S

Policy for Accommodating

Students with Disabilities

There are study bedrooms designed orstudents with disabilities and other specialneeds within most o the Courts o Residence

These include rooms or wheelchair usersdea students and or students whose

disability requires additional space orspecial equipment

The University recognises that in exceptional

cases students who are severely disabledor suffer rom mental health disabilityor severe medical impairment could not

attend University unless they are offeredUniversity accommodation Accommodation

Services will consider applicantsrecommended by Centre o Wellbeing or theDisability Coordinator in accordance with

University policies and subject to suitableaccommodation being available

Students with significant special needs areadvised to visit our campus prior to arrival to

discuss their requirements and view the typeo acilities available

The existence or pre-existence o d isordersthat are well controlled and have responded

to medical treatment even though there isa continuation o medical treatment does

not necessarily constitute grounds orUniversity accommodation Examples oconditions not normally considered are

ndash urinary tract inections irritable bowelsyndrome asthma dyslexia eczema well-

managed diabetes or epilepsy

Allocation Policy

The lsquoAccommodation Allocation Policyrsquois reviewed annually by the University

in conjunction with the Studentsrsquo UnionChanges o the policy are recommended tothe Commercial Affairs Committee which

normally decides the policy in November

The current policy can be viewed atsurreyacukaccommodation

Application Procedure

New students are invited to apply or

accommodation rom March each yearUndergraduate students have placesconfirmed during August and September

Postgraduate students have places confirmedafer the University receives an agreed

proportion o your course ees usually duringAugust and September

The majority o applications are made usingan on-line system and confirmations o

allocation are emailed to you

Eligible continuing students are able toapply or accommodation online during

late Novemberearly December Detailscan be ound online at surreyacuk

accommodation Applicants will be inormedi they have been successul in the firstinstance by the end o February

Complaints

I you have a complaint you should firsttry to resolve it inormally Please see the

ront o this Guide or details o which areato contact I you are unsure please contactAccommodation Services

I you are not satisfied with the outcome

you may make a written complaint toAccommodation Services A response will

normally be given in five working days

I you are unhappy about the way that your

complaint has been dealt with then you mayrequest to have the complaint reviewed Details

can be given via Accommodation Services

Contractual Relationship

Students living in University-ownedaccommodation are licensees Your licence is

granted because o your intention to ollow acourse o study at the University I you cease toollow a course o study at the University you

will be required to leave residence

Your contractual agreement is or a fixed periodand i you decide to leave your residence beore

the end o that fixed period you will still berequired to pay rent or the ull duration

When you apply or accommodation youhave to agree to abide by the lsquoConditions

o Residencersquo set out b elow These are animportant part o your licence agreement

or tenancy

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PAYING FOR YOUR ROOM

When do I need to pay for my room

We will send you an invoice by email to your University EmailAccount within14 days o arrival and this will show your ldquoPay

byrdquo date

What should I do if I do not receive an invoice

Wait or 14 days afer you have arrived and re-check yourUniversity Email Account I the invoice has still not beenemailed to you contact the Accommodation Services their

contact details are at the back o this booklet

How do I pay my Residence Fees

When you receive your invoice read both pages o the invoicecareully as these will have all the inormation you need to pay

Method 1

Pay in ull by the ldquoPay byrdquo date shown on page 1 o yourinvoice by card on our website surreyacukaccommodation

payment

Method 2

I you are staying or more than 16 weeks you wi ll be offeredthe chance to pay in instalments See page two o your invoice

or details

Contact Accommodation Services i you have not received

your invoice within 14 days o arrival or have a queryregarding the rent you have been charged I you have

concerns about your ability to pay please contact the Student

Finance Team in the Student Services Centre

See back o booklet or contact inormation

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C O N D I T I O N S O F R E S I D E N C E

Abandoned PropertyYou may not leave property behind anywherein the Court afer you vacate your room I

any property is ound in or about your roomafer you have lef (including property lef

in or around any other part o the Universityeg cycles in Court cycle sheds) then theUniversity may dispose o such property in

the manner it finds appropriate

Access to Your Accommodation

I you report a ault inside your bedroom orflat you give permission or maintenance

staff to enter and rectiy the ault I we needaccess to your accommodation to carry out

routine maintenance or inspections orexample annual electrical equipment testingwersquoll give you at least 48 hours notice o

when this is due to happen In an emergency

or example a fire alert or flood we may enteryour accommodation without giving notice

The University reserves the right to enteryour accommodation i they have reasonablegrounds to suspect that there is a breach o

the Conditions o Residences or the welareo any resident is at risk In exceptional

circumstances the University may conduct asearch o a room

ArrivalArrival instructions will be sent to youvia email Yoursquoll normally be allocated a

room rom the weekend beore your coursestarts Please check your Allocation Letter

to confirm your arrival date Internationalstudents may be admitted up to our daysearlier i they are participating in the

International Orientation

Bicycles

Bicycles may not be brought into Residencebuildings There are lockable bicycle stores

available in each Court o Residence

Business Use

Residents may not operate a business in orrom University accommodation

Cleaning

You are expected to keep your room and

communal areas in a clean tidy and hygieniccondition and equipment is provided or

this Most communal areas are in additioncleaned periodically by cleaning staff Whenyou depart you must leave your room (and

shower room where applicable) clean andtidy and empty o rubbish

Residents o amily flats and Hazel Farm areresponsible or removing waste to externalcollection points

The University reserves the right to charge

residents or excess cleaning i hygiene andcleanliness all below a reasonable standard

in bedrooms andor communal areasThe accommodation is inspected prior todeparture and residents may be charged or

excess cleaning

Council Tax

Full time students living in Universityresidences are exempt rom Council Tax

Residents o amily accommodation are liableto pay Council Tax which is collected by the

University with and in addition to rent The

amount o Council Tax depends on the size othe flat and circumstances o the amily

Damage

Yoursquoll be held responsible or damage in yourroom beyond air wear and tear Rooms are

inspected prior to departure and yoursquoll beinvoiced or the cost o repairing any damageYou are expected to maintain the security o

communal areas by locking outer doors whenyou go in or out Damage in communal areas

is the responsibility o the whole floor orhouse and will be charged accordingly

Residents are responsible to pay or non-

return or loss o keys or returning urnitureto its original position and or deterioration o

urniture fittings or structure o the room orcommunal areas not due to air wear and tear

and any additional cleaning required Roomsflats are inspected at intervals throughout theyear and beore departure Any charges due

will be invoiced

Data Protection

Personal data collected on your

accommodation application will be held onthe University database or administrativepurposes It will be processed in accordance

with the statutory Data Protection Principlesand the Universityrsquos registration under the Data

Protection Acts 1984 amp 1998 The University is

required to disclose your name and campusaddress to Guildord Borough Council toenable the electoral roll to be updated

The Conditions of Residence are the rules and policies of residence

When you apply for accommodation you have to agree to abide by the

Conditions of Residence and these are an important part of your licence

agreement or tenancy (see PoliciesContractual Relationship)

The University reserves the right to introduce such changes to the

Conditions of Residence as may be necessary or desirable

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Departure and Giving Notice to

Leave Early

You are required to vacate your

accommodation and return keys by middayon the end date stated in your Allocation

Letter or tenancy There are no on campusstorage acilities or residentsrsquo belongings butAccommodation Services can supply details

o local storage companies

I you decide to move out o residence beorethe end date o your licence or tenancy you

must give notice to leave by letter email orby using a Withdrawal Form available atAccommodation Services

Residents may give notice to leave theirresidence at the end o the First SemesterNotice must be received in writing no later

than 4 December 2015 and you must vacateyour room by 30 January 2016

I you wish to vacate your room earlier than30 January you can advise Accommodation

Services o your intentions Please note thatyou may be liable or the payment o your

room rent up to 30 January 2016 unless weare able to re-let your room earlier In theevent that we are able to arrange a re-let you

need only pay until the date that the newtenant moves in

I notice is not received on or beore4 December 2015 no rebate o rent will b e

given i you decide to leave beore the enddate specified in your allocation letter

unless we are able to re-let your room Thisapplies even i your move-in date is afer

4 December 2015 I you leave beore the endo your licence or tenancy yoursquoll be requiredto continue paying until your account is

cleared in ull

I you cease to be a student because you

withdraw rom your course or the Universityterminates your course your licence to

occupy University Accommodation andthereore your liability or rent ceases whenyou move out and return the key Please

ensure you notiy Accommodation Servicesin writing o your intended move-out date so

all necessary arrangements can be made

Deposits

Residents are required to pay an advanced

payment o pound250 this will be credited to yourrent invoice afer you move in I you do not

move in the advanced payment will be usedto offset any loss o rent until a replacement

tenant is ound including an admin ee

Drug Misuse

The possession o illegal drugs is a criminaloffence and possession with intent to supplyis a more serious offence It is also an offence

or the University to allow drugs to be used inpremises it owns or manages It is thereore the

policy o the University not to tolerate the useo illegal drugs in student residences Students

ound to be using or in the possession o anyillegal drug including cannabis or who allowillegal drugs to be used in their study bedroom

will receive a substantial fine a final warningand instructions to cease their illegal activities

immediately I the studentrsquos behaviour alsoindicates that they are unsuited to communalliving they may be asked to leave residences

(see Misconduct)

The University will inorm the Police o anystudent suspected o dealing in drugs The

University also reserves the right to provideinormation to the Police about students oundto be using or in possession o illegal drugs

Electoral Registration

Students in residence in the middle o

October will be included on an annual returnmade to Guildord Borough Council which

is used to prepare the Electoral Roll Werecommend that you also register to vote at

your home address in case an election occursduring a vacation

Electrical Appliances

Residents may not install or use any heater

iron kettle ridge reezer washing machinemicrowave or other cooking equipmentin their bedroom Under no circumstances

should electrical outlets or appliances be

interered with or overloaded Multi-socketadapters should be CE or BS kite-marked andhave a use and lsquoonrsquo indicator light Kitchenappliances must have a 3-pin UK used plug

Un-used continental plugs and adaptors arenot permitted The University reserves the right

to remove without warning unsae electricalappliances or non-UK standard appliance leads

that are not CE or BS kite-marked

Furniture

Items should be kept in the room they areprovided You are expected to return all

urniture to its original position when youvacate your accommodation

Guests

You are responsible or the behaviour o your

guests and must accompany them at all times

ensuring that they comply with all relevantparts o these Conditions Guests are not

permitted in your accommodation between11pm and 8am Guest rooms may be booked

via Accommodation Services

Health and Safety

Residents are required to conduct themselves

in a responsible and sae manner at all timesThe instructions and guidance in the lsquoHealth

and Saetyrsquo section o the lsquoResidents Guidersquoorm part o the lsquoConditions o Residencersquo

Inventory

An inventory orm will be emailed to you

and you are advised to record the conditiono the room and urniture when you arriveThe inventory can either be emailed to

Accommodation Services or returned to yourCourt Reception

Keys and LocksA charge o pound20 will be made i you ail to

return your room key or security ob whenyou vacate your room I keys or security obs

are lost or broken a charge o pound20 is made orreplacements An additional charge o pound75 is

made i a lock change is necessary Residentsmay not change locks or add locks or alarmsto their rooms

I you need a replacement key or security ob

you can obtain this on payment o pound20 atAccommodation Services or at Manor ParkReception Out o office hours you should

go to your Court Reception When they areclosed the 24 hour Security Office in Senate

House will assist you usually by letting youinto your room

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Misconduct

Full details o the Universityrsquos disciplinary

procedures may be ound on the Universitywebsite wwwsurreyacukcurrentstudents

Misconduct relating to incidents in or

around the Residences is dealt with throughan escalating system o penalties issued bythe Wardens

An offence may lead to a Warning and

may be accompanied by a fine up to pound200depending on the seriousness o the offence

The Warden has the authority to move astudent to alternative accommodation withimmediate effect pending investigation o an

alleged act o serious misconduct

I through an act o serious misconduct orthrough repeated misconduct a student

demonstrates they are not suited tocommunal living they will be required toleave residence I a penalty is issued there

exists a provision or appeal

Under no circumstances may a student whohas been required to leave residence re-apply

or University accommodation during thatacademic year and they may be excludedrom applying or uture years i deemed

appropriate by a Disciplinary Panel

Noise

There is a level o noise associated with living

within a communal environment and noisecan become an issue when many people live

in close proximity to each other You mustnot make excessive noise at any time o the

day or night In addition there should beminimal noise audible outside the room youare in between 11pm and 8am (quiet hours)

When deciding i noise is excessive the

ollowing points will be considered

raquo Has a complaint(s) been receivedraquo Possible impact on other residents and

members o the Universitylocal community

raquo Level o noise being created and the timeo day

raquo Have previous complaints been made

I in the judgment o a member o UniversityStaff (this will mainly be a member o theWardening Team or Security Department)

the noise is deemed to be excessive andor intrusive then the level o noise will be

required to be reduced imm ediately theitem creating the noise can be confiscatedand urther disciplinary action may be

taken i appropriate

To ensure that the above conditions aremet we recommend that headphones are

used or listening to music and other audiooutput during quiet hours and residentsconsider their use i they wish to listen to

items at high volume

Within any large organisation on occasionthere will be events incidents or works that

may cause disruption to other memberso the organisation Whilst the Universitywill seek to minimise these occurrences

and to inorm residents whenever possiblethere may be times where disruption is

unavoidable

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Room Changes Swaps

You may not change rooms without the

agreement o Accommodation ServicesThose who swap rooms without prior

permission will ace disciplinary action thatcan include a fine and maybe excluded rom

accommodation in uture years Room swapswhere two residents agree to swap roomswith each other are permitted rom late

October Further details will be emailed toresidents or you can contact Accommodation

Services An administration ee o pound50 ischarged per resident or a room swap

In exceptional circumstances with supportrom Centre o Wellbeing or Student Advice

a room change may be permitted For urtherdetails and to collect the appropriate orm

please visit Accommodation Services

In exceptional circumstances and withprior consultation the University reservesthe right to move residents to alternative

accommodation

Security of Rooms and Property

Whenever you leave your room you should

lock your room door and the outside orstaircase door I your room is on the groundfloor you should also latch your window

closed This ensures security or everyoneThe University accepts no liability or any loss

o or damage to your personal belongings

Single Sex flatsfloors

Students occupying rooms in single sex flatsor floors may not have visitors o the opposite

sex afer 10pm on any night o the week

Smoking

Residents or their guests may not smoke

or use an electronic cigarette inside anyUniversity building or in the entrance to or

close to windows or vents o any buildingincluding the Residences This rule includes

a ban on smoking within individual studentbedrooms Failure to comply with thisregulation will result in disciplinary action

being taken

Sub-letting of Rooms

Accommodation is available or the exclusiveuse o the person to whom it is let whilst

they are a ull time registered student o the

University You may not sub-let or allowanyone else to use your room ailure to complywith this regulation will result in disciplinaryaction being taken see the Misconduct section

or more details Overnight guests should bebooked into guest rooms Please note random

spot-checks occur throughout the year to checkthe ID o residents

Summer Vacation Residence

You can apply or residence during the

summer vacation Applications can be madethrough the online store afer the Easter

vacation Further details can be ound on theAccommodation web pages No reduction orent is given or periods spent away rom the

University in vacations Normal Conditions oResidence apply to vacation periods

Television

There are TV rooms in the Residences with

Bellerby residents able to use acilitiesat Manor Park I you own or operate a

television in your room you must have yourown TV licence A TV licence i s also required

i you watch live television on a computer

You are not allowed to attach aerials or

satellite dishes internally or externally to anyresidence buildings

Parking

There is no parking or residents on Stag Hill

campus and at Manor Park

As a condition o having a place in Residencestudents who are resident in all Courts (except

Hazel Farm) may not bring a car or other our-wheeled motor vehicle on to the Universitygrounds and while in residence undertake

not to keep one on the public roads within thelsquoexclusion zonersquo used or deciding eligibility

or parking permits

Students resident at Hazel Farm may parkree o charge in designated spaces at HazelFarm Residents o Hazel Farm are not eligible

or permits to park on Stag Hill campusduring office hours There is a limited number

o spaces or students resident at BellerbyCourt who may apply or a parking permitrom the contractor who is responsible or all

parking matters in the vicinity o the Court

Student residents may park a motorcycle onany University campus i it is registered with

the Security Department and is parked withina marked motorcycle bay

Full details o the University ParkingRegulations can be ound at

surreyacukcurrentstudentscampus

transport

Parties

The Residences and surrounding areas are not

suitable or large parties I you wish to holda party within or outside o your Court or

small groups o riends you must first obtainpermission one week in advance rom your

Warden who may grant permission subjectto rules which include accepting liability or

any charges resulting rom the party Partiesare allowed on Friday or Saturday nightsonly outside o designated exam periods A

ull copy o the partybarbeque regulations isavailable rom the Wardensrsquo website

Pets

You may not keep pets in your residence

Posters

You may not post notices other than

those or RAG publicity or student electioncampaigns in your windows or in any other

part o the Court except on notice boards

Rent

You will receive an email to your University oSurrey email account rom Accommodation

Services containing your rent invoice Theinvoice includes details o how to go onlineand make payment I you donrsquot get this email

within 14 days o moving in please contactAccommodation Services Contact details are at

the back o this handbook

Rents are payable or the whole periodspecified in your Accommodation agreementNo rebate is given i you arrive late or leave

beore the end o the period specified in yourAccommodation agreement

Rent may be paid in ull or the year or in

instalments You are encouraged to use theUniversity on-line payment system to m akepayments

You are responsible or payment by the

dates indicated on the invoice I payment isnot received within 28 days o your taking

up residence your licence to occupy maybe terminated I you are having difficulties

paying your rent you must contact theStudent Finance Team as soon as possibleContact details are at the back o this booklet

Rents are reviewed annually by theUniversity and are confirmed by the

Executive Board Rents normally increase inSeptember and are in orce or the ollowing

academic year

Accommodation Services reserves the rightto withhold University accommodation roma student who it has been established owes

rent to the University or a private landlord

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USEFUL CONTACTS

Accommodation Services

Philip Marchant Building

E accommodationsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682466

Open Mon to Fri 10am to 5pm

facebookcomSurreyResidenceExperience

Security

Ground Floor Senate House

T +44 (0)1483 682002

Emergencies (internal) 3333

Emergencies +44(0)1483 683333

Court Receptions

Stag Hill Reception

Stag Hill Court University Court

Millennium House

E staghillreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 689078

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 7pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Battersea Reception

Battersea Court Surrey CourtE batterseareceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682473

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 11pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Cathedral Reception

Cathedral Court International House

Twyford Court

E cathedralreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682468

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 7pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Manor Park Reception

Manor Park Bellerby Court

E manorparkreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 683500

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 11pm

Sat amp Sun 10am to 2pm (Security presence 247)

Hazel Farm Caretakerrsquos Office

Hazel Farm

E accommodationsurreyacuk

T +44(0)1483 683536

Student Life Mentoring

Student Services Centre

E mentoringsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 68 3510 6694 4824

facebookcomsurreystudent

Twitter surreystudent

Estates and Facilities Helpdesk

(online reporting of maintenance issues)

httparchibussurreyacukstudenthelpdesk

indexcfm

Look for this button on the Accommodation

Services website

Finance

Student Receivables (rent payments)

Student Services Centre

E student-receivablessurreyacuk

IT Services

(Room internet ndash Surrey ResNet)

Contact your Court Reception to arrange for a

ResNet Advisor to visit

E usersupportsurreyacuk

Wardens

Please see contact details posted within your

accommodation or follow the link below to the

Wardensrsquo website

surreyacukcurrentstudents

accommodationwardens

Wardens can also be contacted by the email

addresses below

Battersea Court and Surrey Courtbatterseaampsurreywardensurreyacuk

Cathedral Court and Guildford Court

cathedralampguildfordwardensurreyacuk

International House and Twyford Court

interamptwyfordwardensurreyacuk

Manor Park and Bellerby Court

manorparkwardensurreyacuk

Hazel Farm

hazelfarmwardensurreyacuk

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Accommodation Services

Philip Marchant Building

University of Surrey

Guildord Surrey GU2 7XH UK

T +44 (0)1483 682 466

E accommodationsurreyacuk

wwwfacebookcom

SurreyResidenceExperience

surreyacukaccommodation

Disclaimer

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this

publication at the time of going to press (June 2015) The University undertakes all reasonable

steps to provide the services described in this guide but reserves the right however to introduce

changes to the information given Should industrial action or circumstances beyond the control

of the University interfere with its ability to provide services the University undertakes to use

all reasonable steps to minimise any resultant disruption Please refer to our website for up-

to-date information

June 2015

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surreyacuk University of Surrey 3

C O N T E N T S

Welcome 4

Customer Charter 6

Management 8

Accommodation Services 8

Estates and Facilities Management 8

Cleaning 8

Court Reception 9

Maintenance 9

Security 9

Finance 10IT Services 10

Student Support Services 10

Mentoring 10

Wardens 10

Housing Associations

(Bellerby Court International House

amp Millennium House only) 11

AndashZ Information 12

Broadband (ResNet) 12

CCTV 12

Childcare 12

Energy Efficiency 12

Heating 12

Insurance 12

Kitchen Equipment 13

Laundry Facilities 13

Linen and Bedding 13

Litter Clearance 13

Locks and Keys 13

Mail and Parcels 14Personal Belongings 14

Refuse Collection and Recycling 14

Religious Texts 15

Repairs 15

SnowIce Clearance 15

Security Health and Safety 16

Emergencies 16

Electrical Safety 18

Fire Safety 18

Gas Safety 18

General Health and Safety 19

Policies 20

Accommodation for

Students with Disabilities 20

Allocation Policy 21

Application Procedure 21

Complaints 21

Contractual Relationship 21

Paying for your room 22

Conditions of Residence 24Abandoned Property 24

Access to Your Accommodation 24

Arrival 24

Bicycles 24

Business Use 24

Cleaning 24

Council Tax 25

Damage 25

Data Protection 25

Departure and Giving Notice to Leave Early 26

Deposits 26

Drug Misuse 26

Electoral Registration 27

Electrical Appliances 27

Furniture 27

Guests 27

Health and Safety 27

Inventory 27

Keys and Locks 27

Misconduct 28

Noise 28

Parking 30

Parties 30

Pets 30

Posters 30

Rent 30Room Changes 31

Security of Rooms and Property 31

Single Sex flatsfloors 31

Smoking 31

Sub-letting of Rooms 31

Summer Vacation Residence 31

Television 31

Useful Contacts 32

THE UNIVERSITYOF SURREY RANKS

SECOND CHEAPESTPLACE TO LIVE

AND OFFERS THE MOSTAFFORDABLE SINGLE ROOMS

OUT OF THE TOP TEN

UNIVERSITIES IN THE2016 GUARDIANLEAGUE TABLES

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surreyacuk University of Surrey 5

W E L C O M E

Dear Resident

We would like to welcome you to your Accommodation at theUniversity o Surrey

During your time here you are supported by a ull team o

proessional services rom across the University Please inormus o any issues you may have so we can work with you to

overcome any problems quickly and easily

Staying in University accommodation will play a big part inyour student lie whilst at Surrey You will be sharing withstudents not only taking different courses but also c oming

rom many different parts o the world introducing you tosome great riends and making unorgettable memories This

Guide will provide you with all the inormation you need toknow during your stay with us

All our accommodation is managed in accordance withthe UUK Code o Practice or the Management o Student

Housing Further details relating to the code can be ound atwwwuukcodeinfo

We hope you have an enjoyable and successul stay in youraccommodation and we look orward to meeting you

With Best Wishes

Accommodation Services

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University of Surrey 7surreyacuk

ACCOMMODATION SERVICES

C U S T O M E R C H A R T E R

Accommodation Services are here to help you and offer advice on all

residential accommodation matters We are committed to ensuring you receive

an excellent level of service and to respond positively to your feedback

Vision

To ensure students staff and visitors to

the University are accommodated within

sae secure accommodation across a rangeo budgets

Aim

We aim to provide a riendly and

approachable service actively listening toour customers and working with them to

create a service based on mutual respect andunderstanding We will apply the Universityrsquosaccommodation allocation policy airly

and consistently and will work with allthe appropriate University departments to

promote a positive living environment

What you should expect from us

As our customer you can expect

Accommodation Services to

raquo Provide a confidential riendly and efficient

serviceraquo Provide accurate and up to date inormation

on our website at our Receptions and in all oour correspondence

raquo Allocate accommodation in accordance with

the current Accommodation Allocation Policyraquo Assist with resolving any issue you

may have in relation to your Universityaccommodation and to provide support and

guidance i you encounter problems withaccommodation in the private sector

raquo Signpost other services which may be o

use to you during your stay in Universityaccommodation

In providing our services we value

raquo Meeting the needs o our community

raquo The diversity and individuality o all peopleraquo The proessionalism o our staff

raquo Effective communication including youreedback on our services

raquo Our approachability

A comfortable room

All rooms are carpeted with a bed desk

chair shelves wardrobe and curtains

Most standard rooms have a wash basinEn suite rooms have their own toilet shower

and wash basin All rooms benefit rom ourree ResNet service which provides ast and

efficient broadband

A well-equipped cooking area

In your cooking area yoursquoll have a cookerridge reezer microwave sink storage space

table and chairs

A clean place to live

Wersquoll clean all communal areas weekly Andwersquoll provide you with a vacuum cleanermop and bucket and dustpan and brush to

use in the intervening period i you need to

A prompt maintenance

and repair serviceWersquoll deal with maintenance issues promptlyand efficiently Every job will b e allocated

emergency urgent or non-urgent statusaccording to its severity All aults can bereported online

How you the customer can help us

meet our service standards

To help us provide the best possible servicewe suggest the ollowing

raquo Inorm us as soon as possible o any issues

you may be encountering ndash reporting aultsonline

raquo Contact us by email or through a personalvisit in the first instance

raquo In all correspondence quote your Student

Staff numberraquo Give as much inormation as possible

regarding your situation and requirementsraquo Read and understand your responsibilities

under the terms and conditions o The

Residentsrsquo Guideraquo Update us with any changes in your status

that may affect your accommodation needsrequirements

raquo Be respectul o your ellow residents

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M A N A G E M E N T

Your accommodation is managed by a University-wide team to ensure you

receive a professional service in all areas of your accommodation experience

Accommodation Services

raquo Accommodation Services takes overall

responsibility or your accommodationso i you are unsure o whom to talk to orhave eedback relating to your experience

in accommodation please contact us TheAccommodation Office is open Mon to Fri

10am to 5pm and is located in the PhilipMarchant Building Stag Hill campus

Accommodation Services has day to dayresponsibility or

raquo Receiving all accommodation applications

the allocation o rooms and room transersraquo Invoicing you or your accommodationraquo Providing inormation on renting in the

private sector including hosting HousingAwareness Week in February providing

up to date inormation on housesroomsavailable in the private sector via

surreystudentpadcouk raquo Management o 60 houses in the private sector

as part o the Property Managed Scheme

raquo Management o the Reception at Manor Park

Estates and Facilities Management

Estates and Facilities Management (EampFM)

are responsible or the management oCourt Receptions on Stag Hill Campusdelivery o mail (see Mail amp Parcels in A-Z

Inormation or urther details) cleaningservices and all maintenance your housing

association will be responsible or theseservices in Bellerby Court InternationalHouse and Millennium House For all queries

relating to these services please contact yourCourt Reception

EampFM also undertake the upkeep o all areas

on campus including grounds walkways andother non-residential buildings

Cleaning

Cleaning is carried out in the c ommunal

areas o the Courts eg s tairwells corridorsshared kitchens and shared bathrooms The

cleaning schedule will be displayed in yourkitchen Any queries relating to this serviceshould be made to your Court Reception in

the first instance

Court Reception

The Reception is the centre or most CourtsThis is where you can

raquo Collect post and parcelsraquo Report any issues relating to your cleaning

serviceraquo Seek support or ResNet via a ResNet Advisor

raquo Make general enquiries in relation to youraccommodation

Please see back o booklet or contact detailsand opening times

Maintenance

Maintenance is carried out by University staffor approved contractors used to working inthe Courts Requests or repairs can be made

online (see Repairs or urther details) I youhave an emergency situation (ie flood no

power) please contact your Court Receptioni they are closed requests can be made to the24-hour Security Office in Senate House

Security

There are Security staff on duty 24 hours a

day at the main Campus Security Office onthe ground floor o Senate House Manor Parkalso has a Security Officer on duty 24 hours

based at Reception located near to the siteentrance Hazel Farm has regular mobile and

oot patrols

Our Security Teamrsquos main purpose is to ensurethe security and saety o students staff andbuildings and regular patrols are carried out

I you need help at any time you can contactSecurity by going to the office or by calling

the numbers detailed below Out o normalopening hours Security also deal with urgent

requests or maintenance and will help youwith other enquiries you may have

I you have an emergency the Securityteam can be contacted by phoning

+44 (0)1483 683333

This will connect you to the Security Officein Senate House which is open 24 hours aday Please remember that this line is or

emergencies only

Non-urgent calls to the 24-hour SecurityOffice should be made to +44 (0)1483 682002

It wasnrsquot the beautiul campus that impressed me the most about Surrey

nor was it the breathtaking landscapes that surround it or the proximity

to London hellip what really drew me in was that no matter how culturally

diverse or scarily new it all was Surrey elt like home

Em Bollon

Former President Studentsrsquo Union

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surreyacuk

As residential Wardens we live

among you in the Courts o

Residence to support your welare

needs and maintain discipline

All o the Wardens have day jobs

in a variety o departments right

across the University so our wide-

ranging combined experience o theUniversity as a whole means that

we are ofen the first port-o-call

or inormation I we canrsquot provide

exactly what you need we will

certainly know who to put you in

touch with in order to help We hope

you enjoy your time in residences

David Carey Senior Warden

shares his experiences

University of Surrey 11

Finance

The Student Finance Team are responsible or

the collection o your rent They also provideguidance should you experience difficulty in

making payments They are located within theStudent Services Centre and can be contacted

by emailing student-receivablessurreyacuk

IT Services

raquo Manage the broadband (ResNet) servicewithin your accommodation

raquo Provide support or all o the above withResNet Advisors who can be booked via yourCourt Reception

Student Support ServicesStudent Support Services bring togethera range o support services to help youthroughout your time at University

Full details can be ound atsurreyacukcurrentstudents

Our Warden and Mentoring Teams are a key

part o the residential support available

Mentoring

Student Lie Mentors are current studentswho are on hand to support new students

through their first year in accommodationThey visit residences once every c ouple o

weeks to help with everything rom settlingin and finding your way around campus

to dealing with conflict in flats and anywellbeing issues you may ace

Mentors are well inormed about the supportservices available across campus and can

draw on their own experience to act as anapproachable and easily accessible welare

presence throughout the year They alsoorganise social events such as movie nights

quizzes ice-skating trips and sushi makingproviding you with an opportunity to get toknow your flatmates and neighbours better

On the accommodation poster in your

kitchen yoursquoll find details o who yourmentor is and how to contact them Youcan also find out more and request a vis it

by contacting the Student Lie team onsurreyacukmentoring See page 32 o this

guide or urther contact details and socialmedia pages

Wardens

Wardens are members o the University

staff who live permanently in the residenceswith their amilies to help support the

residential community Wardens are here tohelp you get the most out o your studentlie at Surrey Your Warden is a good point

o contact i you need some help or adviceabout any aspect o lie in your Court

Wardens are also here to ensure all residentsmaintain reasonable behaviour

For non-urgent issues you can arrange tomeet your Warden by emailing the Wardensrsquo

court address (see page 32 or your courtrsquosemail address) For any urgent matters

please contact Security They will contact amember o the Wardening team immediatelyFurther details can be ound online at

surreyacukwardens

Other Support Services

Student Services Centre

Student Information Desk

01483 68 68 68

surreyacukask

The Centre located in Hall Complex opposite

Senate House is your first stop shop orinormation advice and guidance on thematters below

raquo Student Registry

General administration and support

raquo Student Money

Scholarshipsbursaries unding problemsdelays budgeting discretionary hardship unds

raquo International Student Support

Support amp visa issues

raquo Finance Receivables

Problems with paying or eesaccommodation

Centre for Wellbeing

Located in University Court which provides

inormation and advice on all issues affectingyour health amp wellbeing

The Guildowns University Medical Practice

Located in University Court which provides

medical consultations and advice When youarrive arrangements will be made or you to

register with a doctor

The Chaplaincy ServiceLocated in Surrey Court

Housing Associations

Bellerby Court Millennium House and

International House are cleaned andmaintained by the Housing Associations who

manage these buildings I you require urtherdetails please contact Accommodation Services

Given the high placement in the

league tables and excellent travel

links to London the University o

Surrey halls o residence really is

value or money With all the billsincluded it really is a huge worry

off your mind allowing you toenjoy the ull university experience

Lauren Whatley

BSc Accounting and Finance

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AndashZ INFORMATION

Broadband (ResNet)

ResNet is ree and it rsquos your connection to theInternet 24 hours a day To connect go to

httpactivatesurreyacuk

With your login (your University number)

and password (your date o birth in theormat ddmmyyyy) via any laptop or PC

with web access

All bedrooms have ree broadband accessThe service is subject to an AcceptableUse Policy which can be viewed at

surreyacukresnet I you have any problemswith this service please contact your Court

Reception

CCTV

CCTV is installed in some areas o theResidences or your security and saety This is

careully managed by the University SecurityDepartment to ensure the privacy o residents

Childcare

The University provides the Campus Kids Day

Nursery a proessionally-run acility locatedon the Manor Park Campus

For more inormation see

kidsunlimitedcouknurseriescampus-kids-guildford

Energy Efficiency

The University has an Energy ManagementPolicy Residents are urged to be responsible

in their consumption o energy and water byswitching off lights and electrical appliancesand by turning off taps and showers afer use

Heating

In most buildings controls or hot waterand heating are automatic I your room is

too warm please turn your radiator downusing the control valve Please note on manyradiators this requires the use o a coin to

turn the valve towards the thick blue line Iyour room remains too hot or too cold please

report online to the Estates and FacilitiesHelpdesk (details in the Useul Contacts

section at the back o this booklet)

In order to conserve energy and reduce

carbon emissions it is University Policy tomaintain a normal maximum temperature

or any residence at 21 degrees Celsius duringthe day and evening In most bui ldingsheating is switched off during the night rom

approximately 2am ndash 630am Central heatingis normally operated rom 1 October to 1 May

when the external daytime temperature isbelow 18 degrees Celsius

Insurance

The University accepts no liability or any loss

o or damage to your personal belongingsYour belongings will be covered by a block

insurance policy provided by EndsleighInsurance This provides limited cover or

loss or damage to your belongings i you havetaken reasonable steps to keep them secureYou are advised to check the policy at

wwwendsleighcouk to ensure that thecover provided is adequate or your needs

Kitchen Equipment

A ridge reezer (or ridge-reezer) electric

kettle cooker microwave toaster and ironare provided in each kitchen but you must

provide your own cooking utensils crockeryand cutlery Please note the regulations or

any personal cooking equipment (see page18 Electrical Saety)

All cooking appliances (cookers hobsmicrowave ovens toasters and kettles) are

electric Cookers and hobs have rotary knobsor the radiant rings grill and oven Please

ensure that you switch off when you havefinished using the cooker or hob When youclean the cooker or hob always ensure you

turn off the electrical supply by using thenearby red switch

Laundry Facilities

Sel-service laundrettes or residents areprovided at

raquo Stag Hill campus on the ground floor oAA building

raquo Hazel Farm Hamilton Driveraquo Hazel Farm Hamilton Placeraquo Bellerby Court in Wealden House

(externally provided)raquo Manor Park near Reception and at

71ndash77 Ronald Ross Road

A wash costs pound220 to pound280 and to dry anaverage load costs approximately pound120 Allmachines are operated by a ldquotop up cardrdquo

system Cards are available rom machineslocated at the laundrettes and the reception

at Manor Park) For more inormation pleasevisit circuitgroupcom

All laundrettes are operated by CircuitLaunderette Services In the event o

breakdown or aults these can be reporteddirect to Circuit on 0800 092 4068

Instructions or use o the laundrette aredisplayed at each location

Linen and Bedding

Bedding (duvet and pillows) bed linen and

towels are not provided You can either

raquo Bring with you a duvet duvet coverpillows pillowcases and sheets to fit a

single bed approximately 190cm x 90cmor all single rooms

raquo Purchase a bedding pack rom the University

prior to your arrival which includes all theitems listed above and will be delivered to

your room ready or your arrival Packs canbe purchased at httpstoresurreyacuk

Litter Clearance

The paths steps and grounds around theresidences are routinely swept and litterremoved Residents are expected to behave

responsibly and avoid dropping litterCigarette butts should be disposed o in thecigarette bins Rubbish rom your room must

only be disposed o in the recycling bins nearyour court I you are unsure as to where these

are please ask at your Court Reception

Locks and Keys

On arrival you will be given a key to the dooro your floor or flat and or your bedroom

For your security and s aety always lock thedoor o your bedroom when you go out Youshould also be sure to lock your floorflat

ront door to keep your home secure Yourkey must never be given out to anyone

I you lock yoursel out or lose your keys please

report to your Court Reception or Security ithey are closed Please note there is cost opound20 or lost or broken keys and key obs

Bus Passes

Bus passes are issued ree o charge tostudents living at Hazel GFarm a charge opound20 will be made or lost or damaged Bus

passes

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Mail and Parcels

Incoming mail on Stag Hill is security

scanned and then delivered to the Courtreception during the morning Monday to

Friday and is available or collection byresidents in the afernoon

All mail is delivered to Manor Park or ManorPark and Bellerby Court residents Monday to

Friday Emails will be sent to residents whenpost is ready or collection At Hazel Farm

mail is delivered direct to the houses by RoyalMail No mail is delivered to the University

on Saturday Sunday public holidays andUniversity closure days I we receive a parcelor letter requiring a signature then yoursquoll

receive an email to your University accountadvising you to come to the reception with

your Student ID Card to collect the item Allmail is delivered to Manor Park or ManorPark and Bellerby Court residents Monday to

Friday Emails will be sent to residents whenpost is ready or collection

Afer students have lef University

accommodation any uncollected mail willbe returned to sender I you have activelyused your University address or post then we

recommend you set up a redirect to your newaddress online by ollowing the link below

royalmailcomcustomer-servicepersonal-

customersmoving-home-going-awayset-

redirection

Envelopes containing valuables may be liable

to being stolen rom post racks I you intendto have such items delivered we stronglyadvise that you arrange or them to be sent

by Recorded Delivery

Large parcels and other bulky items are

normally delivered to the University CentralDistribution Office opposite International

House Yoursquoll be advised when such an itemarrives and should collect it rom the CentralDistribution Office

All mail should be addressed to residents

using their ull name as per University

records We would also recommend the use o

your student number to ensure mail reachesyou in a timely ashion

raquo Stag Hill campus residentsrsquo mail should beaddressed with the name o your Court flat

and room number ollowed by University oSurrey Guildord and the ollowing postcode

Battersea Court GU2 7JQCathedral Court GU2 7JHGuildord Court GU2 7JL

International GU2 7JLMillennium GU2 7JN

Stag Hill Court GU2 7JGSurrey Court GU2 7JW

Twyord Court GU2 7JP

University Court GU2 7JN

raquo Manor Park residentsrsquo mail should beaddressed to your ull name flat room

number and road name Manor Park StudentVillage Guildord GU2 7YW

raquo Hazel Farm residentsrsquo mail should beaddressed with the house and room number

road name Worplesdon Guildord and theollowing postcodes

Hamilton Drive GU2 9PLHamilton Place GU2 9GXHamilton Close GU2 9GU

Oregano Way GU2 9YT

raquo Bellerby Court residentsrsquo mail should beaddressed with the flat and room Number

Name o House Rosalind Franklin CloseGuildord GU2 7XR

Personal Belongings

Residents are reminded that other peoplersquos

belongings (including ood and kitchenutensils) must only be used or borrowed with

prior permission

Refuse Collection and Recycling

In most residences except those detailedbelow reuse is removed rom kitchens dailyMonday to Friday At weekends residents

may deposit reuse in the recycling binsprovided at each Court

I you live in amily flats or Hazel Farm youare responsible or removing your reuse

to the collection points Recycling bins orpaper cardboard glass and tins are provided

at central points outside residence buildings

Religious Texts

In a number o our rooms yoursquoll finda gif o a bible given by the Gideons

International I you do not have a copy andwould like one please contact the Chaplainson chaplaincysurreyacuk Alternatively

i you would like to return your copy pleasehand it in at your Court Reception

I you wish to disc uss any religious matters

urther or are interested in reading otherreligious texts please contact the ChaplainsFurther details can be ound at

surreyacukchaplaincy

Repairs

Faults must be reported via the online EampFMhelp desk surreyacukreportrepair

Out o hours emergency repairs must be

notified to Security Contact details can beound at the back o this booklet

I you report a ault in your accommodationyou give permission or Maintenance Staff to

enter to rectiy the ault

We endeavour to carry out plannedinspections and maintenance o buildings so

as to minimise inconvenience to residentsWe will normally give notice o any planned

work approximately a week beore it iscarried out In an emergency or examplea fire or flood we may need to enter your

accommodation without giving notice

Maintenance staff prioritise work and aim tocomplete jobs in a timely manner

Please note that reunds o rent ormaintenance ailures are only made in

exceptional circumstances when the ault hasnot been rectified in a timely ashion and

not where the ault or delay is beyond theUniversityrsquos control or example a power cutor difficulty in obtaining spare parts

SnowIce Clearance

When winter weather conditions requirethe paths and steps round the residences

will be gritted and where necessary snowand ice cleared i possible by 10am The

University Estates and Facilities ManagementDepartment are responsible or dealing withsnow and ice clearance

I there is significant snowall announcements

will be made on the Universityrsquos website toinorm you o any special arrangements at

surreyacukalert

Typical fault Target response time for first inspection

Health and Safety related repairs eg gas leaks

dangerous electrical faults lift entrapment 1 hour

Urgent repairs eg water leaks failure of heating

water or electrical systems lock failure 3 hours

Routine repairs eg faulty showers or toilets

sticking doors flickering lights 3 days

Routine repairs eg faulty windows or glazing

dripping taps 7 days

Non urgent repairs eg decoration

minor paving issues furniture repairs 20 days

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SECURITY HEALTH

A N D S A F E T Y

You are required to conduct yourself responsibly

and in a safe manner that is compatible with

the health safety and wellbeing of your fellow

residents and the buildings in which you live

It is an offence in law to interere with or misuse anything

provided in the interests o health and saety including fire

detection systems fire alarms and fire-fighting equipment TheUniversity will take disciplinary action against any resident

ound to be endangering the welare o other residents ormembers o the University Community

A copy o the University Health and Saety Policy can be

viewed at surreyacukhsd

Emergencies

In case o an emergency please contact Security on extension3333 or +44 (0)1483 683333 rom mobile phones

On Stag Hill campusManor Park in an emergency (medicalfire assault etc) always contact Security They will then come

directly to the incident and wi ll also contact the EmergencyServices or you

At Hazel Farm and Bellerby Court please call 999 or theAmbulance Service Fire Brigade or Police As soon as possible

aferwards contact University Security to inorm them that theEmergency Services have been called

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Electrical Safety

All electrical supplies in the Residences

operate at 230 volts and i used incorrectly cangive atal electric shocks Faulty or damaged

electrical equipment can also cause fires

The electrical equipment provided by theUniversity is routinely checked to ensure itis sae I you bring electrical equipment into

the residences it must be in good conditionand be fitted with a UK 3-pin plug with a

use Continental two or three -pin plugs andadaptors should not be used The University

reserves the right to remove withoutwarning electrical appliances it deems to beunsae or appliance leads that are not CE or

BS kite-marked

For your own saety and that o your ellowresidents you must stop using equipment

immediately i you notice the ollowingdanger signs

raquo Plugs or wall sockets which are overheatingor are scorched or cracked

raquo Cables or wires which are loose exposed orraying

raquo A burning smell when appliances are

switched onraquo Fuses which blow requently

I you are concerned about any o the electrical

installations or appliances in your Residenceplease speak to your Court Reception

Fire Safety

I you find a fire sound the alarmimmediately by hitting the nearest alarm callpoint ndash they are usually near the entrance

to your flatfloor When you hear a loudelectronic siren anywhere in the University

this means a fire evacuation and you and anyguests must leave the building immediatelyand go to your designated assembly point or

Court Reception i directed to do so You mustonly return to the building when a Fire Officer

or Security Officer instructs you to do so

The fire-fighting apparatus is supplied oruse only in an emergency I you do have to

use this equipment please report this to yourCourt Reception as soon as possible so it canbe replaced Tampering with any fire saety

equipment eg fire alarms unnecessarilydischarging fire extinguishers propping

open fire doors or covering sm oke detectorsis a serious offence Any resident oundmisusing saety equipment will be fined

may be required to leave the residence andcould be reported to the Police or Criminal

Investigation

Fire evacuation practices are arranged duringthe First Semester You are required to co-

operate with the instructions o Universitystaff during practice evacuations I you havea disability the University Fire Saety Officer

will advise you about sae evacuation in theevent o a fire Please note that fire escapes

exits should only be used in emergencies

Nearly all the fires in student housing start

in the kitchen and most i nvolve cookingas a result residents must never leave their

cooking unattended They should takereasonable steps to prevent a fire eg never

filling a pan more than one-third ull o oilkeeping grill pans clean not putting teatowels on a hob directly afer use and b eing

especially cautious i they are under theinfluence o alcohol or any other medication

Gas Safety

I you smell gas you should report this to

University Security by dialling extension3333 rom any University phone or+44 (0)1483 683333 rom mobile phones

Gas appliances in the Residences areserviced and saety checked annually bylsquoGas Saersquo qualified contractors Landlords

Gas Saety Certificates are displayed inrelevant buildings and are also available

to view by prior arrangement at theAccommodation Office

General Health and Safety

raquo I you have an accident or a lsquonear missrsquoaccident or you spot a saety hazard you should

report this to your Court Reception or toAccommodation Services or University 24 HourSecurity Office All accidents must be ormally

reported on a University Incident Report Formraquo Bicycles additional urniture or other large

items may not be brought into Residence

buildings they must not be stored externallywhere they obstruct access to doors or stairs

raquo You must not obstruct doors corridors stairsor communal areas

raquo You may not burn candles joss sticks or usenaked flames or lsquohookahrsquo pipes in Res idences

The use o candles or other naked flames inUniversity accommodation is prohibited

raquo Residents are not allowed to bring into the

Courts any substance or equipment whichmight be hazardous to health or saety eg

petrol solvents Nitric Oxide Synthase (NOS)laboratory equipment etc

raquo You may not bring weapons or replicaweapons into the Courts including guns airguns swords knives etc

raquo Residents who have children are responsibleor their saety whilst in University buildings

English Law does not speciy a particular ageat which a child can be lef unsupervisedHowever parents may be prosecuted i they

leave a child alone lsquoin a manner which islikely to cause unnecessary suffering or

injury to healthrsquo (Children and Young PersonsAct 1933) University residences should

be regarded as high risk areas or youngchildren Babies and toddlers should never belef alone in any circumstances

raquo University staff have the right to carry outtheir duties without ear o intimidation

and abuse Such behaviour directed at s taffis a very serious offence and will lead todisciplinary action

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P O L I C I E S

Policy for Accommodating

Students with Disabilities

There are study bedrooms designed orstudents with disabilities and other specialneeds within most o the Courts o Residence

These include rooms or wheelchair usersdea students and or students whose

disability requires additional space orspecial equipment

The University recognises that in exceptional

cases students who are severely disabledor suffer rom mental health disabilityor severe medical impairment could not

attend University unless they are offeredUniversity accommodation Accommodation

Services will consider applicantsrecommended by Centre o Wellbeing or theDisability Coordinator in accordance with

University policies and subject to suitableaccommodation being available

Students with significant special needs areadvised to visit our campus prior to arrival to

discuss their requirements and view the typeo acilities available

The existence or pre-existence o d isordersthat are well controlled and have responded

to medical treatment even though there isa continuation o medical treatment does

not necessarily constitute grounds orUniversity accommodation Examples oconditions not normally considered are

ndash urinary tract inections irritable bowelsyndrome asthma dyslexia eczema well-

managed diabetes or epilepsy

Allocation Policy

The lsquoAccommodation Allocation Policyrsquois reviewed annually by the University

in conjunction with the Studentsrsquo UnionChanges o the policy are recommended tothe Commercial Affairs Committee which

normally decides the policy in November

The current policy can be viewed atsurreyacukaccommodation

Application Procedure

New students are invited to apply or

accommodation rom March each yearUndergraduate students have placesconfirmed during August and September

Postgraduate students have places confirmedafer the University receives an agreed

proportion o your course ees usually duringAugust and September

The majority o applications are made usingan on-line system and confirmations o

allocation are emailed to you

Eligible continuing students are able toapply or accommodation online during

late Novemberearly December Detailscan be ound online at surreyacuk

accommodation Applicants will be inormedi they have been successul in the firstinstance by the end o February

Complaints

I you have a complaint you should firsttry to resolve it inormally Please see the

ront o this Guide or details o which areato contact I you are unsure please contactAccommodation Services

I you are not satisfied with the outcome

you may make a written complaint toAccommodation Services A response will

normally be given in five working days

I you are unhappy about the way that your

complaint has been dealt with then you mayrequest to have the complaint reviewed Details

can be given via Accommodation Services

Contractual Relationship

Students living in University-ownedaccommodation are licensees Your licence is

granted because o your intention to ollow acourse o study at the University I you cease toollow a course o study at the University you

will be required to leave residence

Your contractual agreement is or a fixed periodand i you decide to leave your residence beore

the end o that fixed period you will still berequired to pay rent or the ull duration

When you apply or accommodation youhave to agree to abide by the lsquoConditions

o Residencersquo set out b elow These are animportant part o your licence agreement

or tenancy

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PAYING FOR YOUR ROOM

When do I need to pay for my room

We will send you an invoice by email to your University EmailAccount within14 days o arrival and this will show your ldquoPay

byrdquo date

What should I do if I do not receive an invoice

Wait or 14 days afer you have arrived and re-check yourUniversity Email Account I the invoice has still not beenemailed to you contact the Accommodation Services their

contact details are at the back o this booklet

How do I pay my Residence Fees

When you receive your invoice read both pages o the invoicecareully as these will have all the inormation you need to pay

Method 1

Pay in ull by the ldquoPay byrdquo date shown on page 1 o yourinvoice by card on our website surreyacukaccommodation

payment

Method 2

I you are staying or more than 16 weeks you wi ll be offeredthe chance to pay in instalments See page two o your invoice

or details

Contact Accommodation Services i you have not received

your invoice within 14 days o arrival or have a queryregarding the rent you have been charged I you have

concerns about your ability to pay please contact the Student

Finance Team in the Student Services Centre

See back o booklet or contact inormation

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C O N D I T I O N S O F R E S I D E N C E

Abandoned PropertyYou may not leave property behind anywherein the Court afer you vacate your room I

any property is ound in or about your roomafer you have lef (including property lef

in or around any other part o the Universityeg cycles in Court cycle sheds) then theUniversity may dispose o such property in

the manner it finds appropriate

Access to Your Accommodation

I you report a ault inside your bedroom orflat you give permission or maintenance

staff to enter and rectiy the ault I we needaccess to your accommodation to carry out

routine maintenance or inspections orexample annual electrical equipment testingwersquoll give you at least 48 hours notice o

when this is due to happen In an emergency

or example a fire alert or flood we may enteryour accommodation without giving notice

The University reserves the right to enteryour accommodation i they have reasonablegrounds to suspect that there is a breach o

the Conditions o Residences or the welareo any resident is at risk In exceptional

circumstances the University may conduct asearch o a room

ArrivalArrival instructions will be sent to youvia email Yoursquoll normally be allocated a

room rom the weekend beore your coursestarts Please check your Allocation Letter

to confirm your arrival date Internationalstudents may be admitted up to our daysearlier i they are participating in the

International Orientation

Bicycles

Bicycles may not be brought into Residencebuildings There are lockable bicycle stores

available in each Court o Residence

Business Use

Residents may not operate a business in orrom University accommodation

Cleaning

You are expected to keep your room and

communal areas in a clean tidy and hygieniccondition and equipment is provided or

this Most communal areas are in additioncleaned periodically by cleaning staff Whenyou depart you must leave your room (and

shower room where applicable) clean andtidy and empty o rubbish

Residents o amily flats and Hazel Farm areresponsible or removing waste to externalcollection points

The University reserves the right to charge

residents or excess cleaning i hygiene andcleanliness all below a reasonable standard

in bedrooms andor communal areasThe accommodation is inspected prior todeparture and residents may be charged or

excess cleaning

Council Tax

Full time students living in Universityresidences are exempt rom Council Tax

Residents o amily accommodation are liableto pay Council Tax which is collected by the

University with and in addition to rent The

amount o Council Tax depends on the size othe flat and circumstances o the amily

Damage

Yoursquoll be held responsible or damage in yourroom beyond air wear and tear Rooms are

inspected prior to departure and yoursquoll beinvoiced or the cost o repairing any damageYou are expected to maintain the security o

communal areas by locking outer doors whenyou go in or out Damage in communal areas

is the responsibility o the whole floor orhouse and will be charged accordingly

Residents are responsible to pay or non-

return or loss o keys or returning urnitureto its original position and or deterioration o

urniture fittings or structure o the room orcommunal areas not due to air wear and tear

and any additional cleaning required Roomsflats are inspected at intervals throughout theyear and beore departure Any charges due

will be invoiced

Data Protection

Personal data collected on your

accommodation application will be held onthe University database or administrativepurposes It will be processed in accordance

with the statutory Data Protection Principlesand the Universityrsquos registration under the Data

Protection Acts 1984 amp 1998 The University is

required to disclose your name and campusaddress to Guildord Borough Council toenable the electoral roll to be updated

The Conditions of Residence are the rules and policies of residence

When you apply for accommodation you have to agree to abide by the

Conditions of Residence and these are an important part of your licence

agreement or tenancy (see PoliciesContractual Relationship)

The University reserves the right to introduce such changes to the

Conditions of Residence as may be necessary or desirable

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Departure and Giving Notice to

Leave Early

You are required to vacate your

accommodation and return keys by middayon the end date stated in your Allocation

Letter or tenancy There are no on campusstorage acilities or residentsrsquo belongings butAccommodation Services can supply details

o local storage companies

I you decide to move out o residence beorethe end date o your licence or tenancy you

must give notice to leave by letter email orby using a Withdrawal Form available atAccommodation Services

Residents may give notice to leave theirresidence at the end o the First SemesterNotice must be received in writing no later

than 4 December 2015 and you must vacateyour room by 30 January 2016

I you wish to vacate your room earlier than30 January you can advise Accommodation

Services o your intentions Please note thatyou may be liable or the payment o your

room rent up to 30 January 2016 unless weare able to re-let your room earlier In theevent that we are able to arrange a re-let you

need only pay until the date that the newtenant moves in

I notice is not received on or beore4 December 2015 no rebate o rent will b e

given i you decide to leave beore the enddate specified in your allocation letter

unless we are able to re-let your room Thisapplies even i your move-in date is afer

4 December 2015 I you leave beore the endo your licence or tenancy yoursquoll be requiredto continue paying until your account is

cleared in ull

I you cease to be a student because you

withdraw rom your course or the Universityterminates your course your licence to

occupy University Accommodation andthereore your liability or rent ceases whenyou move out and return the key Please

ensure you notiy Accommodation Servicesin writing o your intended move-out date so

all necessary arrangements can be made

Deposits

Residents are required to pay an advanced

payment o pound250 this will be credited to yourrent invoice afer you move in I you do not

move in the advanced payment will be usedto offset any loss o rent until a replacement

tenant is ound including an admin ee

Drug Misuse

The possession o illegal drugs is a criminaloffence and possession with intent to supplyis a more serious offence It is also an offence

or the University to allow drugs to be used inpremises it owns or manages It is thereore the

policy o the University not to tolerate the useo illegal drugs in student residences Students

ound to be using or in the possession o anyillegal drug including cannabis or who allowillegal drugs to be used in their study bedroom

will receive a substantial fine a final warningand instructions to cease their illegal activities

immediately I the studentrsquos behaviour alsoindicates that they are unsuited to communalliving they may be asked to leave residences

(see Misconduct)

The University will inorm the Police o anystudent suspected o dealing in drugs The

University also reserves the right to provideinormation to the Police about students oundto be using or in possession o illegal drugs

Electoral Registration

Students in residence in the middle o

October will be included on an annual returnmade to Guildord Borough Council which

is used to prepare the Electoral Roll Werecommend that you also register to vote at

your home address in case an election occursduring a vacation

Electrical Appliances

Residents may not install or use any heater

iron kettle ridge reezer washing machinemicrowave or other cooking equipmentin their bedroom Under no circumstances

should electrical outlets or appliances be

interered with or overloaded Multi-socketadapters should be CE or BS kite-marked andhave a use and lsquoonrsquo indicator light Kitchenappliances must have a 3-pin UK used plug

Un-used continental plugs and adaptors arenot permitted The University reserves the right

to remove without warning unsae electricalappliances or non-UK standard appliance leads

that are not CE or BS kite-marked

Furniture

Items should be kept in the room they areprovided You are expected to return all

urniture to its original position when youvacate your accommodation

Guests

You are responsible or the behaviour o your

guests and must accompany them at all times

ensuring that they comply with all relevantparts o these Conditions Guests are not

permitted in your accommodation between11pm and 8am Guest rooms may be booked

via Accommodation Services

Health and Safety

Residents are required to conduct themselves

in a responsible and sae manner at all timesThe instructions and guidance in the lsquoHealth

and Saetyrsquo section o the lsquoResidents Guidersquoorm part o the lsquoConditions o Residencersquo

Inventory

An inventory orm will be emailed to you

and you are advised to record the conditiono the room and urniture when you arriveThe inventory can either be emailed to

Accommodation Services or returned to yourCourt Reception

Keys and LocksA charge o pound20 will be made i you ail to

return your room key or security ob whenyou vacate your room I keys or security obs

are lost or broken a charge o pound20 is made orreplacements An additional charge o pound75 is

made i a lock change is necessary Residentsmay not change locks or add locks or alarmsto their rooms

I you need a replacement key or security ob

you can obtain this on payment o pound20 atAccommodation Services or at Manor ParkReception Out o office hours you should

go to your Court Reception When they areclosed the 24 hour Security Office in Senate

House will assist you usually by letting youinto your room

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Misconduct

Full details o the Universityrsquos disciplinary

procedures may be ound on the Universitywebsite wwwsurreyacukcurrentstudents

Misconduct relating to incidents in or

around the Residences is dealt with throughan escalating system o penalties issued bythe Wardens

An offence may lead to a Warning and

may be accompanied by a fine up to pound200depending on the seriousness o the offence

The Warden has the authority to move astudent to alternative accommodation withimmediate effect pending investigation o an

alleged act o serious misconduct

I through an act o serious misconduct orthrough repeated misconduct a student

demonstrates they are not suited tocommunal living they will be required toleave residence I a penalty is issued there

exists a provision or appeal

Under no circumstances may a student whohas been required to leave residence re-apply

or University accommodation during thatacademic year and they may be excludedrom applying or uture years i deemed

appropriate by a Disciplinary Panel

Noise

There is a level o noise associated with living

within a communal environment and noisecan become an issue when many people live

in close proximity to each other You mustnot make excessive noise at any time o the

day or night In addition there should beminimal noise audible outside the room youare in between 11pm and 8am (quiet hours)

When deciding i noise is excessive the

ollowing points will be considered

raquo Has a complaint(s) been receivedraquo Possible impact on other residents and

members o the Universitylocal community

raquo Level o noise being created and the timeo day

raquo Have previous complaints been made

I in the judgment o a member o UniversityStaff (this will mainly be a member o theWardening Team or Security Department)

the noise is deemed to be excessive andor intrusive then the level o noise will be

required to be reduced imm ediately theitem creating the noise can be confiscatedand urther disciplinary action may be

taken i appropriate

To ensure that the above conditions aremet we recommend that headphones are

used or listening to music and other audiooutput during quiet hours and residentsconsider their use i they wish to listen to

items at high volume

Within any large organisation on occasionthere will be events incidents or works that

may cause disruption to other memberso the organisation Whilst the Universitywill seek to minimise these occurrences

and to inorm residents whenever possiblethere may be times where disruption is

unavoidable

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Room Changes Swaps

You may not change rooms without the

agreement o Accommodation ServicesThose who swap rooms without prior

permission will ace disciplinary action thatcan include a fine and maybe excluded rom

accommodation in uture years Room swapswhere two residents agree to swap roomswith each other are permitted rom late

October Further details will be emailed toresidents or you can contact Accommodation

Services An administration ee o pound50 ischarged per resident or a room swap

In exceptional circumstances with supportrom Centre o Wellbeing or Student Advice

a room change may be permitted For urtherdetails and to collect the appropriate orm

please visit Accommodation Services

In exceptional circumstances and withprior consultation the University reservesthe right to move residents to alternative

accommodation

Security of Rooms and Property

Whenever you leave your room you should

lock your room door and the outside orstaircase door I your room is on the groundfloor you should also latch your window

closed This ensures security or everyoneThe University accepts no liability or any loss

o or damage to your personal belongings

Single Sex flatsfloors

Students occupying rooms in single sex flatsor floors may not have visitors o the opposite

sex afer 10pm on any night o the week

Smoking

Residents or their guests may not smoke

or use an electronic cigarette inside anyUniversity building or in the entrance to or

close to windows or vents o any buildingincluding the Residences This rule includes

a ban on smoking within individual studentbedrooms Failure to comply with thisregulation will result in disciplinary action

being taken

Sub-letting of Rooms

Accommodation is available or the exclusiveuse o the person to whom it is let whilst

they are a ull time registered student o the

University You may not sub-let or allowanyone else to use your room ailure to complywith this regulation will result in disciplinaryaction being taken see the Misconduct section

or more details Overnight guests should bebooked into guest rooms Please note random

spot-checks occur throughout the year to checkthe ID o residents

Summer Vacation Residence

You can apply or residence during the

summer vacation Applications can be madethrough the online store afer the Easter

vacation Further details can be ound on theAccommodation web pages No reduction orent is given or periods spent away rom the

University in vacations Normal Conditions oResidence apply to vacation periods

Television

There are TV rooms in the Residences with

Bellerby residents able to use acilitiesat Manor Park I you own or operate a

television in your room you must have yourown TV licence A TV licence i s also required

i you watch live television on a computer

You are not allowed to attach aerials or

satellite dishes internally or externally to anyresidence buildings

Parking

There is no parking or residents on Stag Hill

campus and at Manor Park

As a condition o having a place in Residencestudents who are resident in all Courts (except

Hazel Farm) may not bring a car or other our-wheeled motor vehicle on to the Universitygrounds and while in residence undertake

not to keep one on the public roads within thelsquoexclusion zonersquo used or deciding eligibility

or parking permits

Students resident at Hazel Farm may parkree o charge in designated spaces at HazelFarm Residents o Hazel Farm are not eligible

or permits to park on Stag Hill campusduring office hours There is a limited number

o spaces or students resident at BellerbyCourt who may apply or a parking permitrom the contractor who is responsible or all

parking matters in the vicinity o the Court

Student residents may park a motorcycle onany University campus i it is registered with

the Security Department and is parked withina marked motorcycle bay

Full details o the University ParkingRegulations can be ound at

surreyacukcurrentstudentscampus

transport

Parties

The Residences and surrounding areas are not

suitable or large parties I you wish to holda party within or outside o your Court or

small groups o riends you must first obtainpermission one week in advance rom your

Warden who may grant permission subjectto rules which include accepting liability or

any charges resulting rom the party Partiesare allowed on Friday or Saturday nightsonly outside o designated exam periods A

ull copy o the partybarbeque regulations isavailable rom the Wardensrsquo website

Pets

You may not keep pets in your residence

Posters

You may not post notices other than

those or RAG publicity or student electioncampaigns in your windows or in any other

part o the Court except on notice boards

Rent

You will receive an email to your University oSurrey email account rom Accommodation

Services containing your rent invoice Theinvoice includes details o how to go onlineand make payment I you donrsquot get this email

within 14 days o moving in please contactAccommodation Services Contact details are at

the back o this handbook

Rents are payable or the whole periodspecified in your Accommodation agreementNo rebate is given i you arrive late or leave

beore the end o the period specified in yourAccommodation agreement

Rent may be paid in ull or the year or in

instalments You are encouraged to use theUniversity on-line payment system to m akepayments

You are responsible or payment by the

dates indicated on the invoice I payment isnot received within 28 days o your taking

up residence your licence to occupy maybe terminated I you are having difficulties

paying your rent you must contact theStudent Finance Team as soon as possibleContact details are at the back o this booklet

Rents are reviewed annually by theUniversity and are confirmed by the

Executive Board Rents normally increase inSeptember and are in orce or the ollowing

academic year

Accommodation Services reserves the rightto withhold University accommodation roma student who it has been established owes

rent to the University or a private landlord

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USEFUL CONTACTS

Accommodation Services

Philip Marchant Building

E accommodationsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682466

Open Mon to Fri 10am to 5pm

facebookcomSurreyResidenceExperience

Security

Ground Floor Senate House

T +44 (0)1483 682002

Emergencies (internal) 3333

Emergencies +44(0)1483 683333

Court Receptions

Stag Hill Reception

Stag Hill Court University Court

Millennium House

E staghillreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 689078

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 7pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Battersea Reception

Battersea Court Surrey CourtE batterseareceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682473

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 11pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Cathedral Reception

Cathedral Court International House

Twyford Court

E cathedralreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682468

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 7pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Manor Park Reception

Manor Park Bellerby Court

E manorparkreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 683500

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 11pm

Sat amp Sun 10am to 2pm (Security presence 247)

Hazel Farm Caretakerrsquos Office

Hazel Farm

E accommodationsurreyacuk

T +44(0)1483 683536

Student Life Mentoring

Student Services Centre

E mentoringsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 68 3510 6694 4824

facebookcomsurreystudent

Twitter surreystudent

Estates and Facilities Helpdesk

(online reporting of maintenance issues)

httparchibussurreyacukstudenthelpdesk

indexcfm

Look for this button on the Accommodation

Services website

Finance

Student Receivables (rent payments)

Student Services Centre

E student-receivablessurreyacuk

IT Services

(Room internet ndash Surrey ResNet)

Contact your Court Reception to arrange for a

ResNet Advisor to visit

E usersupportsurreyacuk

Wardens

Please see contact details posted within your

accommodation or follow the link below to the

Wardensrsquo website

surreyacukcurrentstudents

accommodationwardens

Wardens can also be contacted by the email

addresses below

Battersea Court and Surrey Courtbatterseaampsurreywardensurreyacuk

Cathedral Court and Guildford Court

cathedralampguildfordwardensurreyacuk

International House and Twyford Court

interamptwyfordwardensurreyacuk

Manor Park and Bellerby Court

manorparkwardensurreyacuk

Hazel Farm

hazelfarmwardensurreyacuk

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Accommodation Services

Philip Marchant Building

University of Surrey

Guildord Surrey GU2 7XH UK

T +44 (0)1483 682 466

E accommodationsurreyacuk

wwwfacebookcom

SurreyResidenceExperience

surreyacukaccommodation

Disclaimer

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this

publication at the time of going to press (June 2015) The University undertakes all reasonable

steps to provide the services described in this guide but reserves the right however to introduce

changes to the information given Should industrial action or circumstances beyond the control

of the University interfere with its ability to provide services the University undertakes to use

all reasonable steps to minimise any resultant disruption Please refer to our website for up-

to-date information

June 2015

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W E L C O M E

Dear Resident

We would like to welcome you to your Accommodation at theUniversity o Surrey

During your time here you are supported by a ull team o

proessional services rom across the University Please inormus o any issues you may have so we can work with you to

overcome any problems quickly and easily

Staying in University accommodation will play a big part inyour student lie whilst at Surrey You will be sharing withstudents not only taking different courses but also c oming

rom many different parts o the world introducing you tosome great riends and making unorgettable memories This

Guide will provide you with all the inormation you need toknow during your stay with us

All our accommodation is managed in accordance withthe UUK Code o Practice or the Management o Student

Housing Further details relating to the code can be ound atwwwuukcodeinfo

We hope you have an enjoyable and successul stay in youraccommodation and we look orward to meeting you

With Best Wishes

Accommodation Services

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ACCOMMODATION SERVICES

C U S T O M E R C H A R T E R

Accommodation Services are here to help you and offer advice on all

residential accommodation matters We are committed to ensuring you receive

an excellent level of service and to respond positively to your feedback

Vision

To ensure students staff and visitors to

the University are accommodated within

sae secure accommodation across a rangeo budgets

Aim

We aim to provide a riendly and

approachable service actively listening toour customers and working with them to

create a service based on mutual respect andunderstanding We will apply the Universityrsquosaccommodation allocation policy airly

and consistently and will work with allthe appropriate University departments to

promote a positive living environment

What you should expect from us

As our customer you can expect

Accommodation Services to

raquo Provide a confidential riendly and efficient

serviceraquo Provide accurate and up to date inormation

on our website at our Receptions and in all oour correspondence

raquo Allocate accommodation in accordance with

the current Accommodation Allocation Policyraquo Assist with resolving any issue you

may have in relation to your Universityaccommodation and to provide support and

guidance i you encounter problems withaccommodation in the private sector

raquo Signpost other services which may be o

use to you during your stay in Universityaccommodation

In providing our services we value

raquo Meeting the needs o our community

raquo The diversity and individuality o all peopleraquo The proessionalism o our staff

raquo Effective communication including youreedback on our services

raquo Our approachability

A comfortable room

All rooms are carpeted with a bed desk

chair shelves wardrobe and curtains

Most standard rooms have a wash basinEn suite rooms have their own toilet shower

and wash basin All rooms benefit rom ourree ResNet service which provides ast and

efficient broadband

A well-equipped cooking area

In your cooking area yoursquoll have a cookerridge reezer microwave sink storage space

table and chairs

A clean place to live

Wersquoll clean all communal areas weekly Andwersquoll provide you with a vacuum cleanermop and bucket and dustpan and brush to

use in the intervening period i you need to

A prompt maintenance

and repair serviceWersquoll deal with maintenance issues promptlyand efficiently Every job will b e allocated

emergency urgent or non-urgent statusaccording to its severity All aults can bereported online

How you the customer can help us

meet our service standards

To help us provide the best possible servicewe suggest the ollowing

raquo Inorm us as soon as possible o any issues

you may be encountering ndash reporting aultsonline

raquo Contact us by email or through a personalvisit in the first instance

raquo In all correspondence quote your Student

Staff numberraquo Give as much inormation as possible

regarding your situation and requirementsraquo Read and understand your responsibilities

under the terms and conditions o The

Residentsrsquo Guideraquo Update us with any changes in your status

that may affect your accommodation needsrequirements

raquo Be respectul o your ellow residents

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University of Surrey 9surreyacuk

M A N A G E M E N T

Your accommodation is managed by a University-wide team to ensure you

receive a professional service in all areas of your accommodation experience

Accommodation Services

raquo Accommodation Services takes overall

responsibility or your accommodationso i you are unsure o whom to talk to orhave eedback relating to your experience

in accommodation please contact us TheAccommodation Office is open Mon to Fri

10am to 5pm and is located in the PhilipMarchant Building Stag Hill campus

Accommodation Services has day to dayresponsibility or

raquo Receiving all accommodation applications

the allocation o rooms and room transersraquo Invoicing you or your accommodationraquo Providing inormation on renting in the

private sector including hosting HousingAwareness Week in February providing

up to date inormation on housesroomsavailable in the private sector via

surreystudentpadcouk raquo Management o 60 houses in the private sector

as part o the Property Managed Scheme

raquo Management o the Reception at Manor Park

Estates and Facilities Management

Estates and Facilities Management (EampFM)

are responsible or the management oCourt Receptions on Stag Hill Campusdelivery o mail (see Mail amp Parcels in A-Z

Inormation or urther details) cleaningservices and all maintenance your housing

association will be responsible or theseservices in Bellerby Court InternationalHouse and Millennium House For all queries

relating to these services please contact yourCourt Reception

EampFM also undertake the upkeep o all areas

on campus including grounds walkways andother non-residential buildings

Cleaning

Cleaning is carried out in the c ommunal

areas o the Courts eg s tairwells corridorsshared kitchens and shared bathrooms The

cleaning schedule will be displayed in yourkitchen Any queries relating to this serviceshould be made to your Court Reception in

the first instance

Court Reception

The Reception is the centre or most CourtsThis is where you can

raquo Collect post and parcelsraquo Report any issues relating to your cleaning

serviceraquo Seek support or ResNet via a ResNet Advisor

raquo Make general enquiries in relation to youraccommodation

Please see back o booklet or contact detailsand opening times

Maintenance

Maintenance is carried out by University staffor approved contractors used to working inthe Courts Requests or repairs can be made

online (see Repairs or urther details) I youhave an emergency situation (ie flood no

power) please contact your Court Receptioni they are closed requests can be made to the24-hour Security Office in Senate House

Security

There are Security staff on duty 24 hours a

day at the main Campus Security Office onthe ground floor o Senate House Manor Parkalso has a Security Officer on duty 24 hours

based at Reception located near to the siteentrance Hazel Farm has regular mobile and

oot patrols

Our Security Teamrsquos main purpose is to ensurethe security and saety o students staff andbuildings and regular patrols are carried out

I you need help at any time you can contactSecurity by going to the office or by calling

the numbers detailed below Out o normalopening hours Security also deal with urgent

requests or maintenance and will help youwith other enquiries you may have

I you have an emergency the Securityteam can be contacted by phoning

+44 (0)1483 683333

This will connect you to the Security Officein Senate House which is open 24 hours aday Please remember that this line is or

emergencies only

Non-urgent calls to the 24-hour SecurityOffice should be made to +44 (0)1483 682002

It wasnrsquot the beautiul campus that impressed me the most about Surrey

nor was it the breathtaking landscapes that surround it or the proximity

to London hellip what really drew me in was that no matter how culturally

diverse or scarily new it all was Surrey elt like home

Em Bollon

Former President Studentsrsquo Union

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surreyacuk

As residential Wardens we live

among you in the Courts o

Residence to support your welare

needs and maintain discipline

All o the Wardens have day jobs

in a variety o departments right

across the University so our wide-

ranging combined experience o theUniversity as a whole means that

we are ofen the first port-o-call

or inormation I we canrsquot provide

exactly what you need we will

certainly know who to put you in

touch with in order to help We hope

you enjoy your time in residences

David Carey Senior Warden

shares his experiences

University of Surrey 11

Finance

The Student Finance Team are responsible or

the collection o your rent They also provideguidance should you experience difficulty in

making payments They are located within theStudent Services Centre and can be contacted

by emailing student-receivablessurreyacuk

IT Services

raquo Manage the broadband (ResNet) servicewithin your accommodation

raquo Provide support or all o the above withResNet Advisors who can be booked via yourCourt Reception

Student Support ServicesStudent Support Services bring togethera range o support services to help youthroughout your time at University

Full details can be ound atsurreyacukcurrentstudents

Our Warden and Mentoring Teams are a key

part o the residential support available

Mentoring

Student Lie Mentors are current studentswho are on hand to support new students

through their first year in accommodationThey visit residences once every c ouple o

weeks to help with everything rom settlingin and finding your way around campus

to dealing with conflict in flats and anywellbeing issues you may ace

Mentors are well inormed about the supportservices available across campus and can

draw on their own experience to act as anapproachable and easily accessible welare

presence throughout the year They alsoorganise social events such as movie nights

quizzes ice-skating trips and sushi makingproviding you with an opportunity to get toknow your flatmates and neighbours better

On the accommodation poster in your

kitchen yoursquoll find details o who yourmentor is and how to contact them Youcan also find out more and request a vis it

by contacting the Student Lie team onsurreyacukmentoring See page 32 o this

guide or urther contact details and socialmedia pages

Wardens

Wardens are members o the University

staff who live permanently in the residenceswith their amilies to help support the

residential community Wardens are here tohelp you get the most out o your studentlie at Surrey Your Warden is a good point

o contact i you need some help or adviceabout any aspect o lie in your Court

Wardens are also here to ensure all residentsmaintain reasonable behaviour

For non-urgent issues you can arrange tomeet your Warden by emailing the Wardensrsquo

court address (see page 32 or your courtrsquosemail address) For any urgent matters

please contact Security They will contact amember o the Wardening team immediatelyFurther details can be ound online at

surreyacukwardens

Other Support Services

Student Services Centre

Student Information Desk

01483 68 68 68

surreyacukask

The Centre located in Hall Complex opposite

Senate House is your first stop shop orinormation advice and guidance on thematters below

raquo Student Registry

General administration and support

raquo Student Money

Scholarshipsbursaries unding problemsdelays budgeting discretionary hardship unds

raquo International Student Support

Support amp visa issues

raquo Finance Receivables

Problems with paying or eesaccommodation

Centre for Wellbeing

Located in University Court which provides

inormation and advice on all issues affectingyour health amp wellbeing

The Guildowns University Medical Practice

Located in University Court which provides

medical consultations and advice When youarrive arrangements will be made or you to

register with a doctor

The Chaplaincy ServiceLocated in Surrey Court

Housing Associations

Bellerby Court Millennium House and

International House are cleaned andmaintained by the Housing Associations who

manage these buildings I you require urtherdetails please contact Accommodation Services

Given the high placement in the

league tables and excellent travel

links to London the University o

Surrey halls o residence really is

value or money With all the billsincluded it really is a huge worry

off your mind allowing you toenjoy the ull university experience

Lauren Whatley

BSc Accounting and Finance

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AndashZ INFORMATION

Broadband (ResNet)

ResNet is ree and it rsquos your connection to theInternet 24 hours a day To connect go to

httpactivatesurreyacuk

With your login (your University number)

and password (your date o birth in theormat ddmmyyyy) via any laptop or PC

with web access

All bedrooms have ree broadband accessThe service is subject to an AcceptableUse Policy which can be viewed at

surreyacukresnet I you have any problemswith this service please contact your Court

Reception

CCTV

CCTV is installed in some areas o theResidences or your security and saety This is

careully managed by the University SecurityDepartment to ensure the privacy o residents

Childcare

The University provides the Campus Kids Day

Nursery a proessionally-run acility locatedon the Manor Park Campus

For more inormation see

kidsunlimitedcouknurseriescampus-kids-guildford

Energy Efficiency

The University has an Energy ManagementPolicy Residents are urged to be responsible

in their consumption o energy and water byswitching off lights and electrical appliancesand by turning off taps and showers afer use

Heating

In most buildings controls or hot waterand heating are automatic I your room is

too warm please turn your radiator downusing the control valve Please note on manyradiators this requires the use o a coin to

turn the valve towards the thick blue line Iyour room remains too hot or too cold please

report online to the Estates and FacilitiesHelpdesk (details in the Useul Contacts

section at the back o this booklet)

In order to conserve energy and reduce

carbon emissions it is University Policy tomaintain a normal maximum temperature

or any residence at 21 degrees Celsius duringthe day and evening In most bui ldingsheating is switched off during the night rom

approximately 2am ndash 630am Central heatingis normally operated rom 1 October to 1 May

when the external daytime temperature isbelow 18 degrees Celsius

Insurance

The University accepts no liability or any loss

o or damage to your personal belongingsYour belongings will be covered by a block

insurance policy provided by EndsleighInsurance This provides limited cover or

loss or damage to your belongings i you havetaken reasonable steps to keep them secureYou are advised to check the policy at

wwwendsleighcouk to ensure that thecover provided is adequate or your needs

Kitchen Equipment

A ridge reezer (or ridge-reezer) electric

kettle cooker microwave toaster and ironare provided in each kitchen but you must

provide your own cooking utensils crockeryand cutlery Please note the regulations or

any personal cooking equipment (see page18 Electrical Saety)

All cooking appliances (cookers hobsmicrowave ovens toasters and kettles) are

electric Cookers and hobs have rotary knobsor the radiant rings grill and oven Please

ensure that you switch off when you havefinished using the cooker or hob When youclean the cooker or hob always ensure you

turn off the electrical supply by using thenearby red switch

Laundry Facilities

Sel-service laundrettes or residents areprovided at

raquo Stag Hill campus on the ground floor oAA building

raquo Hazel Farm Hamilton Driveraquo Hazel Farm Hamilton Placeraquo Bellerby Court in Wealden House

(externally provided)raquo Manor Park near Reception and at

71ndash77 Ronald Ross Road

A wash costs pound220 to pound280 and to dry anaverage load costs approximately pound120 Allmachines are operated by a ldquotop up cardrdquo

system Cards are available rom machineslocated at the laundrettes and the reception

at Manor Park) For more inormation pleasevisit circuitgroupcom

All laundrettes are operated by CircuitLaunderette Services In the event o

breakdown or aults these can be reporteddirect to Circuit on 0800 092 4068

Instructions or use o the laundrette aredisplayed at each location

Linen and Bedding

Bedding (duvet and pillows) bed linen and

towels are not provided You can either

raquo Bring with you a duvet duvet coverpillows pillowcases and sheets to fit a

single bed approximately 190cm x 90cmor all single rooms

raquo Purchase a bedding pack rom the University

prior to your arrival which includes all theitems listed above and will be delivered to

your room ready or your arrival Packs canbe purchased at httpstoresurreyacuk

Litter Clearance

The paths steps and grounds around theresidences are routinely swept and litterremoved Residents are expected to behave

responsibly and avoid dropping litterCigarette butts should be disposed o in thecigarette bins Rubbish rom your room must

only be disposed o in the recycling bins nearyour court I you are unsure as to where these

are please ask at your Court Reception

Locks and Keys

On arrival you will be given a key to the dooro your floor or flat and or your bedroom

For your security and s aety always lock thedoor o your bedroom when you go out Youshould also be sure to lock your floorflat

ront door to keep your home secure Yourkey must never be given out to anyone

I you lock yoursel out or lose your keys please

report to your Court Reception or Security ithey are closed Please note there is cost opound20 or lost or broken keys and key obs

Bus Passes

Bus passes are issued ree o charge tostudents living at Hazel GFarm a charge opound20 will be made or lost or damaged Bus

passes

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Mail and Parcels

Incoming mail on Stag Hill is security

scanned and then delivered to the Courtreception during the morning Monday to

Friday and is available or collection byresidents in the afernoon

All mail is delivered to Manor Park or ManorPark and Bellerby Court residents Monday to

Friday Emails will be sent to residents whenpost is ready or collection At Hazel Farm

mail is delivered direct to the houses by RoyalMail No mail is delivered to the University

on Saturday Sunday public holidays andUniversity closure days I we receive a parcelor letter requiring a signature then yoursquoll

receive an email to your University accountadvising you to come to the reception with

your Student ID Card to collect the item Allmail is delivered to Manor Park or ManorPark and Bellerby Court residents Monday to

Friday Emails will be sent to residents whenpost is ready or collection

Afer students have lef University

accommodation any uncollected mail willbe returned to sender I you have activelyused your University address or post then we

recommend you set up a redirect to your newaddress online by ollowing the link below

royalmailcomcustomer-servicepersonal-

customersmoving-home-going-awayset-

redirection

Envelopes containing valuables may be liable

to being stolen rom post racks I you intendto have such items delivered we stronglyadvise that you arrange or them to be sent

by Recorded Delivery

Large parcels and other bulky items are

normally delivered to the University CentralDistribution Office opposite International

House Yoursquoll be advised when such an itemarrives and should collect it rom the CentralDistribution Office

All mail should be addressed to residents

using their ull name as per University

records We would also recommend the use o

your student number to ensure mail reachesyou in a timely ashion

raquo Stag Hill campus residentsrsquo mail should beaddressed with the name o your Court flat

and room number ollowed by University oSurrey Guildord and the ollowing postcode

Battersea Court GU2 7JQCathedral Court GU2 7JHGuildord Court GU2 7JL

International GU2 7JLMillennium GU2 7JN

Stag Hill Court GU2 7JGSurrey Court GU2 7JW

Twyord Court GU2 7JP

University Court GU2 7JN

raquo Manor Park residentsrsquo mail should beaddressed to your ull name flat room

number and road name Manor Park StudentVillage Guildord GU2 7YW

raquo Hazel Farm residentsrsquo mail should beaddressed with the house and room number

road name Worplesdon Guildord and theollowing postcodes

Hamilton Drive GU2 9PLHamilton Place GU2 9GXHamilton Close GU2 9GU

Oregano Way GU2 9YT

raquo Bellerby Court residentsrsquo mail should beaddressed with the flat and room Number

Name o House Rosalind Franklin CloseGuildord GU2 7XR

Personal Belongings

Residents are reminded that other peoplersquos

belongings (including ood and kitchenutensils) must only be used or borrowed with

prior permission

Refuse Collection and Recycling

In most residences except those detailedbelow reuse is removed rom kitchens dailyMonday to Friday At weekends residents

may deposit reuse in the recycling binsprovided at each Court

I you live in amily flats or Hazel Farm youare responsible or removing your reuse

to the collection points Recycling bins orpaper cardboard glass and tins are provided

at central points outside residence buildings

Religious Texts

In a number o our rooms yoursquoll finda gif o a bible given by the Gideons

International I you do not have a copy andwould like one please contact the Chaplainson chaplaincysurreyacuk Alternatively

i you would like to return your copy pleasehand it in at your Court Reception

I you wish to disc uss any religious matters

urther or are interested in reading otherreligious texts please contact the ChaplainsFurther details can be ound at

surreyacukchaplaincy

Repairs

Faults must be reported via the online EampFMhelp desk surreyacukreportrepair

Out o hours emergency repairs must be

notified to Security Contact details can beound at the back o this booklet

I you report a ault in your accommodationyou give permission or Maintenance Staff to

enter to rectiy the ault

We endeavour to carry out plannedinspections and maintenance o buildings so

as to minimise inconvenience to residentsWe will normally give notice o any planned

work approximately a week beore it iscarried out In an emergency or examplea fire or flood we may need to enter your

accommodation without giving notice

Maintenance staff prioritise work and aim tocomplete jobs in a timely manner

Please note that reunds o rent ormaintenance ailures are only made in

exceptional circumstances when the ault hasnot been rectified in a timely ashion and

not where the ault or delay is beyond theUniversityrsquos control or example a power cutor difficulty in obtaining spare parts

SnowIce Clearance

When winter weather conditions requirethe paths and steps round the residences

will be gritted and where necessary snowand ice cleared i possible by 10am The

University Estates and Facilities ManagementDepartment are responsible or dealing withsnow and ice clearance

I there is significant snowall announcements

will be made on the Universityrsquos website toinorm you o any special arrangements at

surreyacukalert

Typical fault Target response time for first inspection

Health and Safety related repairs eg gas leaks

dangerous electrical faults lift entrapment 1 hour

Urgent repairs eg water leaks failure of heating

water or electrical systems lock failure 3 hours

Routine repairs eg faulty showers or toilets

sticking doors flickering lights 3 days

Routine repairs eg faulty windows or glazing

dripping taps 7 days

Non urgent repairs eg decoration

minor paving issues furniture repairs 20 days

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SECURITY HEALTH

A N D S A F E T Y

You are required to conduct yourself responsibly

and in a safe manner that is compatible with

the health safety and wellbeing of your fellow

residents and the buildings in which you live

It is an offence in law to interere with or misuse anything

provided in the interests o health and saety including fire

detection systems fire alarms and fire-fighting equipment TheUniversity will take disciplinary action against any resident

ound to be endangering the welare o other residents ormembers o the University Community

A copy o the University Health and Saety Policy can be

viewed at surreyacukhsd

Emergencies

In case o an emergency please contact Security on extension3333 or +44 (0)1483 683333 rom mobile phones

On Stag Hill campusManor Park in an emergency (medicalfire assault etc) always contact Security They will then come

directly to the incident and wi ll also contact the EmergencyServices or you

At Hazel Farm and Bellerby Court please call 999 or theAmbulance Service Fire Brigade or Police As soon as possible

aferwards contact University Security to inorm them that theEmergency Services have been called

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Electrical Safety

All electrical supplies in the Residences

operate at 230 volts and i used incorrectly cangive atal electric shocks Faulty or damaged

electrical equipment can also cause fires

The electrical equipment provided by theUniversity is routinely checked to ensure itis sae I you bring electrical equipment into

the residences it must be in good conditionand be fitted with a UK 3-pin plug with a

use Continental two or three -pin plugs andadaptors should not be used The University

reserves the right to remove withoutwarning electrical appliances it deems to beunsae or appliance leads that are not CE or

BS kite-marked

For your own saety and that o your ellowresidents you must stop using equipment

immediately i you notice the ollowingdanger signs

raquo Plugs or wall sockets which are overheatingor are scorched or cracked

raquo Cables or wires which are loose exposed orraying

raquo A burning smell when appliances are

switched onraquo Fuses which blow requently

I you are concerned about any o the electrical

installations or appliances in your Residenceplease speak to your Court Reception

Fire Safety

I you find a fire sound the alarmimmediately by hitting the nearest alarm callpoint ndash they are usually near the entrance

to your flatfloor When you hear a loudelectronic siren anywhere in the University

this means a fire evacuation and you and anyguests must leave the building immediatelyand go to your designated assembly point or

Court Reception i directed to do so You mustonly return to the building when a Fire Officer

or Security Officer instructs you to do so

The fire-fighting apparatus is supplied oruse only in an emergency I you do have to

use this equipment please report this to yourCourt Reception as soon as possible so it canbe replaced Tampering with any fire saety

equipment eg fire alarms unnecessarilydischarging fire extinguishers propping

open fire doors or covering sm oke detectorsis a serious offence Any resident oundmisusing saety equipment will be fined

may be required to leave the residence andcould be reported to the Police or Criminal

Investigation

Fire evacuation practices are arranged duringthe First Semester You are required to co-

operate with the instructions o Universitystaff during practice evacuations I you havea disability the University Fire Saety Officer

will advise you about sae evacuation in theevent o a fire Please note that fire escapes

exits should only be used in emergencies

Nearly all the fires in student housing start

in the kitchen and most i nvolve cookingas a result residents must never leave their

cooking unattended They should takereasonable steps to prevent a fire eg never

filling a pan more than one-third ull o oilkeeping grill pans clean not putting teatowels on a hob directly afer use and b eing

especially cautious i they are under theinfluence o alcohol or any other medication

Gas Safety

I you smell gas you should report this to

University Security by dialling extension3333 rom any University phone or+44 (0)1483 683333 rom mobile phones

Gas appliances in the Residences areserviced and saety checked annually bylsquoGas Saersquo qualified contractors Landlords

Gas Saety Certificates are displayed inrelevant buildings and are also available

to view by prior arrangement at theAccommodation Office

General Health and Safety

raquo I you have an accident or a lsquonear missrsquoaccident or you spot a saety hazard you should

report this to your Court Reception or toAccommodation Services or University 24 HourSecurity Office All accidents must be ormally

reported on a University Incident Report Formraquo Bicycles additional urniture or other large

items may not be brought into Residence

buildings they must not be stored externallywhere they obstruct access to doors or stairs

raquo You must not obstruct doors corridors stairsor communal areas

raquo You may not burn candles joss sticks or usenaked flames or lsquohookahrsquo pipes in Res idences

The use o candles or other naked flames inUniversity accommodation is prohibited

raquo Residents are not allowed to bring into the

Courts any substance or equipment whichmight be hazardous to health or saety eg

petrol solvents Nitric Oxide Synthase (NOS)laboratory equipment etc

raquo You may not bring weapons or replicaweapons into the Courts including guns airguns swords knives etc

raquo Residents who have children are responsibleor their saety whilst in University buildings

English Law does not speciy a particular ageat which a child can be lef unsupervisedHowever parents may be prosecuted i they

leave a child alone lsquoin a manner which islikely to cause unnecessary suffering or

injury to healthrsquo (Children and Young PersonsAct 1933) University residences should

be regarded as high risk areas or youngchildren Babies and toddlers should never belef alone in any circumstances

raquo University staff have the right to carry outtheir duties without ear o intimidation

and abuse Such behaviour directed at s taffis a very serious offence and will lead todisciplinary action

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P O L I C I E S

Policy for Accommodating

Students with Disabilities

There are study bedrooms designed orstudents with disabilities and other specialneeds within most o the Courts o Residence

These include rooms or wheelchair usersdea students and or students whose

disability requires additional space orspecial equipment

The University recognises that in exceptional

cases students who are severely disabledor suffer rom mental health disabilityor severe medical impairment could not

attend University unless they are offeredUniversity accommodation Accommodation

Services will consider applicantsrecommended by Centre o Wellbeing or theDisability Coordinator in accordance with

University policies and subject to suitableaccommodation being available

Students with significant special needs areadvised to visit our campus prior to arrival to

discuss their requirements and view the typeo acilities available

The existence or pre-existence o d isordersthat are well controlled and have responded

to medical treatment even though there isa continuation o medical treatment does

not necessarily constitute grounds orUniversity accommodation Examples oconditions not normally considered are

ndash urinary tract inections irritable bowelsyndrome asthma dyslexia eczema well-

managed diabetes or epilepsy

Allocation Policy

The lsquoAccommodation Allocation Policyrsquois reviewed annually by the University

in conjunction with the Studentsrsquo UnionChanges o the policy are recommended tothe Commercial Affairs Committee which

normally decides the policy in November

The current policy can be viewed atsurreyacukaccommodation

Application Procedure

New students are invited to apply or

accommodation rom March each yearUndergraduate students have placesconfirmed during August and September

Postgraduate students have places confirmedafer the University receives an agreed

proportion o your course ees usually duringAugust and September

The majority o applications are made usingan on-line system and confirmations o

allocation are emailed to you

Eligible continuing students are able toapply or accommodation online during

late Novemberearly December Detailscan be ound online at surreyacuk

accommodation Applicants will be inormedi they have been successul in the firstinstance by the end o February

Complaints

I you have a complaint you should firsttry to resolve it inormally Please see the

ront o this Guide or details o which areato contact I you are unsure please contactAccommodation Services

I you are not satisfied with the outcome

you may make a written complaint toAccommodation Services A response will

normally be given in five working days

I you are unhappy about the way that your

complaint has been dealt with then you mayrequest to have the complaint reviewed Details

can be given via Accommodation Services

Contractual Relationship

Students living in University-ownedaccommodation are licensees Your licence is

granted because o your intention to ollow acourse o study at the University I you cease toollow a course o study at the University you

will be required to leave residence

Your contractual agreement is or a fixed periodand i you decide to leave your residence beore

the end o that fixed period you will still berequired to pay rent or the ull duration

When you apply or accommodation youhave to agree to abide by the lsquoConditions

o Residencersquo set out b elow These are animportant part o your licence agreement

or tenancy

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PAYING FOR YOUR ROOM

When do I need to pay for my room

We will send you an invoice by email to your University EmailAccount within14 days o arrival and this will show your ldquoPay

byrdquo date

What should I do if I do not receive an invoice

Wait or 14 days afer you have arrived and re-check yourUniversity Email Account I the invoice has still not beenemailed to you contact the Accommodation Services their

contact details are at the back o this booklet

How do I pay my Residence Fees

When you receive your invoice read both pages o the invoicecareully as these will have all the inormation you need to pay

Method 1

Pay in ull by the ldquoPay byrdquo date shown on page 1 o yourinvoice by card on our website surreyacukaccommodation

payment

Method 2

I you are staying or more than 16 weeks you wi ll be offeredthe chance to pay in instalments See page two o your invoice

or details

Contact Accommodation Services i you have not received

your invoice within 14 days o arrival or have a queryregarding the rent you have been charged I you have

concerns about your ability to pay please contact the Student

Finance Team in the Student Services Centre

See back o booklet or contact inormation

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C O N D I T I O N S O F R E S I D E N C E

Abandoned PropertyYou may not leave property behind anywherein the Court afer you vacate your room I

any property is ound in or about your roomafer you have lef (including property lef

in or around any other part o the Universityeg cycles in Court cycle sheds) then theUniversity may dispose o such property in

the manner it finds appropriate

Access to Your Accommodation

I you report a ault inside your bedroom orflat you give permission or maintenance

staff to enter and rectiy the ault I we needaccess to your accommodation to carry out

routine maintenance or inspections orexample annual electrical equipment testingwersquoll give you at least 48 hours notice o

when this is due to happen In an emergency

or example a fire alert or flood we may enteryour accommodation without giving notice

The University reserves the right to enteryour accommodation i they have reasonablegrounds to suspect that there is a breach o

the Conditions o Residences or the welareo any resident is at risk In exceptional

circumstances the University may conduct asearch o a room

ArrivalArrival instructions will be sent to youvia email Yoursquoll normally be allocated a

room rom the weekend beore your coursestarts Please check your Allocation Letter

to confirm your arrival date Internationalstudents may be admitted up to our daysearlier i they are participating in the

International Orientation

Bicycles

Bicycles may not be brought into Residencebuildings There are lockable bicycle stores

available in each Court o Residence

Business Use

Residents may not operate a business in orrom University accommodation

Cleaning

You are expected to keep your room and

communal areas in a clean tidy and hygieniccondition and equipment is provided or

this Most communal areas are in additioncleaned periodically by cleaning staff Whenyou depart you must leave your room (and

shower room where applicable) clean andtidy and empty o rubbish

Residents o amily flats and Hazel Farm areresponsible or removing waste to externalcollection points

The University reserves the right to charge

residents or excess cleaning i hygiene andcleanliness all below a reasonable standard

in bedrooms andor communal areasThe accommodation is inspected prior todeparture and residents may be charged or

excess cleaning

Council Tax

Full time students living in Universityresidences are exempt rom Council Tax

Residents o amily accommodation are liableto pay Council Tax which is collected by the

University with and in addition to rent The

amount o Council Tax depends on the size othe flat and circumstances o the amily

Damage

Yoursquoll be held responsible or damage in yourroom beyond air wear and tear Rooms are

inspected prior to departure and yoursquoll beinvoiced or the cost o repairing any damageYou are expected to maintain the security o

communal areas by locking outer doors whenyou go in or out Damage in communal areas

is the responsibility o the whole floor orhouse and will be charged accordingly

Residents are responsible to pay or non-

return or loss o keys or returning urnitureto its original position and or deterioration o

urniture fittings or structure o the room orcommunal areas not due to air wear and tear

and any additional cleaning required Roomsflats are inspected at intervals throughout theyear and beore departure Any charges due

will be invoiced

Data Protection

Personal data collected on your

accommodation application will be held onthe University database or administrativepurposes It will be processed in accordance

with the statutory Data Protection Principlesand the Universityrsquos registration under the Data

Protection Acts 1984 amp 1998 The University is

required to disclose your name and campusaddress to Guildord Borough Council toenable the electoral roll to be updated

The Conditions of Residence are the rules and policies of residence

When you apply for accommodation you have to agree to abide by the

Conditions of Residence and these are an important part of your licence

agreement or tenancy (see PoliciesContractual Relationship)

The University reserves the right to introduce such changes to the

Conditions of Residence as may be necessary or desirable

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Departure and Giving Notice to

Leave Early

You are required to vacate your

accommodation and return keys by middayon the end date stated in your Allocation

Letter or tenancy There are no on campusstorage acilities or residentsrsquo belongings butAccommodation Services can supply details

o local storage companies

I you decide to move out o residence beorethe end date o your licence or tenancy you

must give notice to leave by letter email orby using a Withdrawal Form available atAccommodation Services

Residents may give notice to leave theirresidence at the end o the First SemesterNotice must be received in writing no later

than 4 December 2015 and you must vacateyour room by 30 January 2016

I you wish to vacate your room earlier than30 January you can advise Accommodation

Services o your intentions Please note thatyou may be liable or the payment o your

room rent up to 30 January 2016 unless weare able to re-let your room earlier In theevent that we are able to arrange a re-let you

need only pay until the date that the newtenant moves in

I notice is not received on or beore4 December 2015 no rebate o rent will b e

given i you decide to leave beore the enddate specified in your allocation letter

unless we are able to re-let your room Thisapplies even i your move-in date is afer

4 December 2015 I you leave beore the endo your licence or tenancy yoursquoll be requiredto continue paying until your account is

cleared in ull

I you cease to be a student because you

withdraw rom your course or the Universityterminates your course your licence to

occupy University Accommodation andthereore your liability or rent ceases whenyou move out and return the key Please

ensure you notiy Accommodation Servicesin writing o your intended move-out date so

all necessary arrangements can be made

Deposits

Residents are required to pay an advanced

payment o pound250 this will be credited to yourrent invoice afer you move in I you do not

move in the advanced payment will be usedto offset any loss o rent until a replacement

tenant is ound including an admin ee

Drug Misuse

The possession o illegal drugs is a criminaloffence and possession with intent to supplyis a more serious offence It is also an offence

or the University to allow drugs to be used inpremises it owns or manages It is thereore the

policy o the University not to tolerate the useo illegal drugs in student residences Students

ound to be using or in the possession o anyillegal drug including cannabis or who allowillegal drugs to be used in their study bedroom

will receive a substantial fine a final warningand instructions to cease their illegal activities

immediately I the studentrsquos behaviour alsoindicates that they are unsuited to communalliving they may be asked to leave residences

(see Misconduct)

The University will inorm the Police o anystudent suspected o dealing in drugs The

University also reserves the right to provideinormation to the Police about students oundto be using or in possession o illegal drugs

Electoral Registration

Students in residence in the middle o

October will be included on an annual returnmade to Guildord Borough Council which

is used to prepare the Electoral Roll Werecommend that you also register to vote at

your home address in case an election occursduring a vacation

Electrical Appliances

Residents may not install or use any heater

iron kettle ridge reezer washing machinemicrowave or other cooking equipmentin their bedroom Under no circumstances

should electrical outlets or appliances be

interered with or overloaded Multi-socketadapters should be CE or BS kite-marked andhave a use and lsquoonrsquo indicator light Kitchenappliances must have a 3-pin UK used plug

Un-used continental plugs and adaptors arenot permitted The University reserves the right

to remove without warning unsae electricalappliances or non-UK standard appliance leads

that are not CE or BS kite-marked

Furniture

Items should be kept in the room they areprovided You are expected to return all

urniture to its original position when youvacate your accommodation

Guests

You are responsible or the behaviour o your

guests and must accompany them at all times

ensuring that they comply with all relevantparts o these Conditions Guests are not

permitted in your accommodation between11pm and 8am Guest rooms may be booked

via Accommodation Services

Health and Safety

Residents are required to conduct themselves

in a responsible and sae manner at all timesThe instructions and guidance in the lsquoHealth

and Saetyrsquo section o the lsquoResidents Guidersquoorm part o the lsquoConditions o Residencersquo

Inventory

An inventory orm will be emailed to you

and you are advised to record the conditiono the room and urniture when you arriveThe inventory can either be emailed to

Accommodation Services or returned to yourCourt Reception

Keys and LocksA charge o pound20 will be made i you ail to

return your room key or security ob whenyou vacate your room I keys or security obs

are lost or broken a charge o pound20 is made orreplacements An additional charge o pound75 is

made i a lock change is necessary Residentsmay not change locks or add locks or alarmsto their rooms

I you need a replacement key or security ob

you can obtain this on payment o pound20 atAccommodation Services or at Manor ParkReception Out o office hours you should

go to your Court Reception When they areclosed the 24 hour Security Office in Senate

House will assist you usually by letting youinto your room

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Misconduct

Full details o the Universityrsquos disciplinary

procedures may be ound on the Universitywebsite wwwsurreyacukcurrentstudents

Misconduct relating to incidents in or

around the Residences is dealt with throughan escalating system o penalties issued bythe Wardens

An offence may lead to a Warning and

may be accompanied by a fine up to pound200depending on the seriousness o the offence

The Warden has the authority to move astudent to alternative accommodation withimmediate effect pending investigation o an

alleged act o serious misconduct

I through an act o serious misconduct orthrough repeated misconduct a student

demonstrates they are not suited tocommunal living they will be required toleave residence I a penalty is issued there

exists a provision or appeal

Under no circumstances may a student whohas been required to leave residence re-apply

or University accommodation during thatacademic year and they may be excludedrom applying or uture years i deemed

appropriate by a Disciplinary Panel

Noise

There is a level o noise associated with living

within a communal environment and noisecan become an issue when many people live

in close proximity to each other You mustnot make excessive noise at any time o the

day or night In addition there should beminimal noise audible outside the room youare in between 11pm and 8am (quiet hours)

When deciding i noise is excessive the

ollowing points will be considered

raquo Has a complaint(s) been receivedraquo Possible impact on other residents and

members o the Universitylocal community

raquo Level o noise being created and the timeo day

raquo Have previous complaints been made

I in the judgment o a member o UniversityStaff (this will mainly be a member o theWardening Team or Security Department)

the noise is deemed to be excessive andor intrusive then the level o noise will be

required to be reduced imm ediately theitem creating the noise can be confiscatedand urther disciplinary action may be

taken i appropriate

To ensure that the above conditions aremet we recommend that headphones are

used or listening to music and other audiooutput during quiet hours and residentsconsider their use i they wish to listen to

items at high volume

Within any large organisation on occasionthere will be events incidents or works that

may cause disruption to other memberso the organisation Whilst the Universitywill seek to minimise these occurrences

and to inorm residents whenever possiblethere may be times where disruption is

unavoidable

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Room Changes Swaps

You may not change rooms without the

agreement o Accommodation ServicesThose who swap rooms without prior

permission will ace disciplinary action thatcan include a fine and maybe excluded rom

accommodation in uture years Room swapswhere two residents agree to swap roomswith each other are permitted rom late

October Further details will be emailed toresidents or you can contact Accommodation

Services An administration ee o pound50 ischarged per resident or a room swap

In exceptional circumstances with supportrom Centre o Wellbeing or Student Advice

a room change may be permitted For urtherdetails and to collect the appropriate orm

please visit Accommodation Services

In exceptional circumstances and withprior consultation the University reservesthe right to move residents to alternative

accommodation

Security of Rooms and Property

Whenever you leave your room you should

lock your room door and the outside orstaircase door I your room is on the groundfloor you should also latch your window

closed This ensures security or everyoneThe University accepts no liability or any loss

o or damage to your personal belongings

Single Sex flatsfloors

Students occupying rooms in single sex flatsor floors may not have visitors o the opposite

sex afer 10pm on any night o the week

Smoking

Residents or their guests may not smoke

or use an electronic cigarette inside anyUniversity building or in the entrance to or

close to windows or vents o any buildingincluding the Residences This rule includes

a ban on smoking within individual studentbedrooms Failure to comply with thisregulation will result in disciplinary action

being taken

Sub-letting of Rooms

Accommodation is available or the exclusiveuse o the person to whom it is let whilst

they are a ull time registered student o the

University You may not sub-let or allowanyone else to use your room ailure to complywith this regulation will result in disciplinaryaction being taken see the Misconduct section

or more details Overnight guests should bebooked into guest rooms Please note random

spot-checks occur throughout the year to checkthe ID o residents

Summer Vacation Residence

You can apply or residence during the

summer vacation Applications can be madethrough the online store afer the Easter

vacation Further details can be ound on theAccommodation web pages No reduction orent is given or periods spent away rom the

University in vacations Normal Conditions oResidence apply to vacation periods

Television

There are TV rooms in the Residences with

Bellerby residents able to use acilitiesat Manor Park I you own or operate a

television in your room you must have yourown TV licence A TV licence i s also required

i you watch live television on a computer

You are not allowed to attach aerials or

satellite dishes internally or externally to anyresidence buildings

Parking

There is no parking or residents on Stag Hill

campus and at Manor Park

As a condition o having a place in Residencestudents who are resident in all Courts (except

Hazel Farm) may not bring a car or other our-wheeled motor vehicle on to the Universitygrounds and while in residence undertake

not to keep one on the public roads within thelsquoexclusion zonersquo used or deciding eligibility

or parking permits

Students resident at Hazel Farm may parkree o charge in designated spaces at HazelFarm Residents o Hazel Farm are not eligible

or permits to park on Stag Hill campusduring office hours There is a limited number

o spaces or students resident at BellerbyCourt who may apply or a parking permitrom the contractor who is responsible or all

parking matters in the vicinity o the Court

Student residents may park a motorcycle onany University campus i it is registered with

the Security Department and is parked withina marked motorcycle bay

Full details o the University ParkingRegulations can be ound at

surreyacukcurrentstudentscampus

transport

Parties

The Residences and surrounding areas are not

suitable or large parties I you wish to holda party within or outside o your Court or

small groups o riends you must first obtainpermission one week in advance rom your

Warden who may grant permission subjectto rules which include accepting liability or

any charges resulting rom the party Partiesare allowed on Friday or Saturday nightsonly outside o designated exam periods A

ull copy o the partybarbeque regulations isavailable rom the Wardensrsquo website

Pets

You may not keep pets in your residence

Posters

You may not post notices other than

those or RAG publicity or student electioncampaigns in your windows or in any other

part o the Court except on notice boards

Rent

You will receive an email to your University oSurrey email account rom Accommodation

Services containing your rent invoice Theinvoice includes details o how to go onlineand make payment I you donrsquot get this email

within 14 days o moving in please contactAccommodation Services Contact details are at

the back o this handbook

Rents are payable or the whole periodspecified in your Accommodation agreementNo rebate is given i you arrive late or leave

beore the end o the period specified in yourAccommodation agreement

Rent may be paid in ull or the year or in

instalments You are encouraged to use theUniversity on-line payment system to m akepayments

You are responsible or payment by the

dates indicated on the invoice I payment isnot received within 28 days o your taking

up residence your licence to occupy maybe terminated I you are having difficulties

paying your rent you must contact theStudent Finance Team as soon as possibleContact details are at the back o this booklet

Rents are reviewed annually by theUniversity and are confirmed by the

Executive Board Rents normally increase inSeptember and are in orce or the ollowing

academic year

Accommodation Services reserves the rightto withhold University accommodation roma student who it has been established owes

rent to the University or a private landlord

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USEFUL CONTACTS

Accommodation Services

Philip Marchant Building

E accommodationsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682466

Open Mon to Fri 10am to 5pm

facebookcomSurreyResidenceExperience

Security

Ground Floor Senate House

T +44 (0)1483 682002

Emergencies (internal) 3333

Emergencies +44(0)1483 683333

Court Receptions

Stag Hill Reception

Stag Hill Court University Court

Millennium House

E staghillreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 689078

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 7pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Battersea Reception

Battersea Court Surrey CourtE batterseareceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682473

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 11pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Cathedral Reception

Cathedral Court International House

Twyford Court

E cathedralreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682468

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 7pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Manor Park Reception

Manor Park Bellerby Court

E manorparkreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 683500

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 11pm

Sat amp Sun 10am to 2pm (Security presence 247)

Hazel Farm Caretakerrsquos Office

Hazel Farm

E accommodationsurreyacuk

T +44(0)1483 683536

Student Life Mentoring

Student Services Centre

E mentoringsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 68 3510 6694 4824

facebookcomsurreystudent

Twitter surreystudent

Estates and Facilities Helpdesk

(online reporting of maintenance issues)

httparchibussurreyacukstudenthelpdesk

indexcfm

Look for this button on the Accommodation

Services website

Finance

Student Receivables (rent payments)

Student Services Centre

E student-receivablessurreyacuk

IT Services

(Room internet ndash Surrey ResNet)

Contact your Court Reception to arrange for a

ResNet Advisor to visit

E usersupportsurreyacuk

Wardens

Please see contact details posted within your

accommodation or follow the link below to the

Wardensrsquo website

surreyacukcurrentstudents

accommodationwardens

Wardens can also be contacted by the email

addresses below

Battersea Court and Surrey Courtbatterseaampsurreywardensurreyacuk

Cathedral Court and Guildford Court

cathedralampguildfordwardensurreyacuk

International House and Twyford Court

interamptwyfordwardensurreyacuk

Manor Park and Bellerby Court

manorparkwardensurreyacuk

Hazel Farm

hazelfarmwardensurreyacuk

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Accommodation Services

Philip Marchant Building

University of Surrey

Guildord Surrey GU2 7XH UK

T +44 (0)1483 682 466

E accommodationsurreyacuk

wwwfacebookcom

SurreyResidenceExperience

surreyacukaccommodation

Disclaimer

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this

publication at the time of going to press (June 2015) The University undertakes all reasonable

steps to provide the services described in this guide but reserves the right however to introduce

changes to the information given Should industrial action or circumstances beyond the control

of the University interfere with its ability to provide services the University undertakes to use

all reasonable steps to minimise any resultant disruption Please refer to our website for up-

to-date information

June 2015

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ACCOMMODATION SERVICES

C U S T O M E R C H A R T E R

Accommodation Services are here to help you and offer advice on all

residential accommodation matters We are committed to ensuring you receive

an excellent level of service and to respond positively to your feedback

Vision

To ensure students staff and visitors to

the University are accommodated within

sae secure accommodation across a rangeo budgets

Aim

We aim to provide a riendly and

approachable service actively listening toour customers and working with them to

create a service based on mutual respect andunderstanding We will apply the Universityrsquosaccommodation allocation policy airly

and consistently and will work with allthe appropriate University departments to

promote a positive living environment

What you should expect from us

As our customer you can expect

Accommodation Services to

raquo Provide a confidential riendly and efficient

serviceraquo Provide accurate and up to date inormation

on our website at our Receptions and in all oour correspondence

raquo Allocate accommodation in accordance with

the current Accommodation Allocation Policyraquo Assist with resolving any issue you

may have in relation to your Universityaccommodation and to provide support and

guidance i you encounter problems withaccommodation in the private sector

raquo Signpost other services which may be o

use to you during your stay in Universityaccommodation

In providing our services we value

raquo Meeting the needs o our community

raquo The diversity and individuality o all peopleraquo The proessionalism o our staff

raquo Effective communication including youreedback on our services

raquo Our approachability

A comfortable room

All rooms are carpeted with a bed desk

chair shelves wardrobe and curtains

Most standard rooms have a wash basinEn suite rooms have their own toilet shower

and wash basin All rooms benefit rom ourree ResNet service which provides ast and

efficient broadband

A well-equipped cooking area

In your cooking area yoursquoll have a cookerridge reezer microwave sink storage space

table and chairs

A clean place to live

Wersquoll clean all communal areas weekly Andwersquoll provide you with a vacuum cleanermop and bucket and dustpan and brush to

use in the intervening period i you need to

A prompt maintenance

and repair serviceWersquoll deal with maintenance issues promptlyand efficiently Every job will b e allocated

emergency urgent or non-urgent statusaccording to its severity All aults can bereported online

How you the customer can help us

meet our service standards

To help us provide the best possible servicewe suggest the ollowing

raquo Inorm us as soon as possible o any issues

you may be encountering ndash reporting aultsonline

raquo Contact us by email or through a personalvisit in the first instance

raquo In all correspondence quote your Student

Staff numberraquo Give as much inormation as possible

regarding your situation and requirementsraquo Read and understand your responsibilities

under the terms and conditions o The

Residentsrsquo Guideraquo Update us with any changes in your status

that may affect your accommodation needsrequirements

raquo Be respectul o your ellow residents

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M A N A G E M E N T

Your accommodation is managed by a University-wide team to ensure you

receive a professional service in all areas of your accommodation experience

Accommodation Services

raquo Accommodation Services takes overall

responsibility or your accommodationso i you are unsure o whom to talk to orhave eedback relating to your experience

in accommodation please contact us TheAccommodation Office is open Mon to Fri

10am to 5pm and is located in the PhilipMarchant Building Stag Hill campus

Accommodation Services has day to dayresponsibility or

raquo Receiving all accommodation applications

the allocation o rooms and room transersraquo Invoicing you or your accommodationraquo Providing inormation on renting in the

private sector including hosting HousingAwareness Week in February providing

up to date inormation on housesroomsavailable in the private sector via

surreystudentpadcouk raquo Management o 60 houses in the private sector

as part o the Property Managed Scheme

raquo Management o the Reception at Manor Park

Estates and Facilities Management

Estates and Facilities Management (EampFM)

are responsible or the management oCourt Receptions on Stag Hill Campusdelivery o mail (see Mail amp Parcels in A-Z

Inormation or urther details) cleaningservices and all maintenance your housing

association will be responsible or theseservices in Bellerby Court InternationalHouse and Millennium House For all queries

relating to these services please contact yourCourt Reception

EampFM also undertake the upkeep o all areas

on campus including grounds walkways andother non-residential buildings

Cleaning

Cleaning is carried out in the c ommunal

areas o the Courts eg s tairwells corridorsshared kitchens and shared bathrooms The

cleaning schedule will be displayed in yourkitchen Any queries relating to this serviceshould be made to your Court Reception in

the first instance

Court Reception

The Reception is the centre or most CourtsThis is where you can

raquo Collect post and parcelsraquo Report any issues relating to your cleaning

serviceraquo Seek support or ResNet via a ResNet Advisor

raquo Make general enquiries in relation to youraccommodation

Please see back o booklet or contact detailsand opening times

Maintenance

Maintenance is carried out by University staffor approved contractors used to working inthe Courts Requests or repairs can be made

online (see Repairs or urther details) I youhave an emergency situation (ie flood no

power) please contact your Court Receptioni they are closed requests can be made to the24-hour Security Office in Senate House

Security

There are Security staff on duty 24 hours a

day at the main Campus Security Office onthe ground floor o Senate House Manor Parkalso has a Security Officer on duty 24 hours

based at Reception located near to the siteentrance Hazel Farm has regular mobile and

oot patrols

Our Security Teamrsquos main purpose is to ensurethe security and saety o students staff andbuildings and regular patrols are carried out

I you need help at any time you can contactSecurity by going to the office or by calling

the numbers detailed below Out o normalopening hours Security also deal with urgent

requests or maintenance and will help youwith other enquiries you may have

I you have an emergency the Securityteam can be contacted by phoning

+44 (0)1483 683333

This will connect you to the Security Officein Senate House which is open 24 hours aday Please remember that this line is or

emergencies only

Non-urgent calls to the 24-hour SecurityOffice should be made to +44 (0)1483 682002

It wasnrsquot the beautiul campus that impressed me the most about Surrey

nor was it the breathtaking landscapes that surround it or the proximity

to London hellip what really drew me in was that no matter how culturally

diverse or scarily new it all was Surrey elt like home

Em Bollon

Former President Studentsrsquo Union

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surreyacuk

As residential Wardens we live

among you in the Courts o

Residence to support your welare

needs and maintain discipline

All o the Wardens have day jobs

in a variety o departments right

across the University so our wide-

ranging combined experience o theUniversity as a whole means that

we are ofen the first port-o-call

or inormation I we canrsquot provide

exactly what you need we will

certainly know who to put you in

touch with in order to help We hope

you enjoy your time in residences

David Carey Senior Warden

shares his experiences

University of Surrey 11

Finance

The Student Finance Team are responsible or

the collection o your rent They also provideguidance should you experience difficulty in

making payments They are located within theStudent Services Centre and can be contacted

by emailing student-receivablessurreyacuk

IT Services

raquo Manage the broadband (ResNet) servicewithin your accommodation

raquo Provide support or all o the above withResNet Advisors who can be booked via yourCourt Reception

Student Support ServicesStudent Support Services bring togethera range o support services to help youthroughout your time at University

Full details can be ound atsurreyacukcurrentstudents

Our Warden and Mentoring Teams are a key

part o the residential support available

Mentoring

Student Lie Mentors are current studentswho are on hand to support new students

through their first year in accommodationThey visit residences once every c ouple o

weeks to help with everything rom settlingin and finding your way around campus

to dealing with conflict in flats and anywellbeing issues you may ace

Mentors are well inormed about the supportservices available across campus and can

draw on their own experience to act as anapproachable and easily accessible welare

presence throughout the year They alsoorganise social events such as movie nights

quizzes ice-skating trips and sushi makingproviding you with an opportunity to get toknow your flatmates and neighbours better

On the accommodation poster in your

kitchen yoursquoll find details o who yourmentor is and how to contact them Youcan also find out more and request a vis it

by contacting the Student Lie team onsurreyacukmentoring See page 32 o this

guide or urther contact details and socialmedia pages

Wardens

Wardens are members o the University

staff who live permanently in the residenceswith their amilies to help support the

residential community Wardens are here tohelp you get the most out o your studentlie at Surrey Your Warden is a good point

o contact i you need some help or adviceabout any aspect o lie in your Court

Wardens are also here to ensure all residentsmaintain reasonable behaviour

For non-urgent issues you can arrange tomeet your Warden by emailing the Wardensrsquo

court address (see page 32 or your courtrsquosemail address) For any urgent matters

please contact Security They will contact amember o the Wardening team immediatelyFurther details can be ound online at

surreyacukwardens

Other Support Services

Student Services Centre

Student Information Desk

01483 68 68 68

surreyacukask

The Centre located in Hall Complex opposite

Senate House is your first stop shop orinormation advice and guidance on thematters below

raquo Student Registry

General administration and support

raquo Student Money

Scholarshipsbursaries unding problemsdelays budgeting discretionary hardship unds

raquo International Student Support

Support amp visa issues

raquo Finance Receivables

Problems with paying or eesaccommodation

Centre for Wellbeing

Located in University Court which provides

inormation and advice on all issues affectingyour health amp wellbeing

The Guildowns University Medical Practice

Located in University Court which provides

medical consultations and advice When youarrive arrangements will be made or you to

register with a doctor

The Chaplaincy ServiceLocated in Surrey Court

Housing Associations

Bellerby Court Millennium House and

International House are cleaned andmaintained by the Housing Associations who

manage these buildings I you require urtherdetails please contact Accommodation Services

Given the high placement in the

league tables and excellent travel

links to London the University o

Surrey halls o residence really is

value or money With all the billsincluded it really is a huge worry

off your mind allowing you toenjoy the ull university experience

Lauren Whatley

BSc Accounting and Finance

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AndashZ INFORMATION

Broadband (ResNet)

ResNet is ree and it rsquos your connection to theInternet 24 hours a day To connect go to

httpactivatesurreyacuk

With your login (your University number)

and password (your date o birth in theormat ddmmyyyy) via any laptop or PC

with web access

All bedrooms have ree broadband accessThe service is subject to an AcceptableUse Policy which can be viewed at

surreyacukresnet I you have any problemswith this service please contact your Court

Reception

CCTV

CCTV is installed in some areas o theResidences or your security and saety This is

careully managed by the University SecurityDepartment to ensure the privacy o residents

Childcare

The University provides the Campus Kids Day

Nursery a proessionally-run acility locatedon the Manor Park Campus

For more inormation see

kidsunlimitedcouknurseriescampus-kids-guildford

Energy Efficiency

The University has an Energy ManagementPolicy Residents are urged to be responsible

in their consumption o energy and water byswitching off lights and electrical appliancesand by turning off taps and showers afer use

Heating

In most buildings controls or hot waterand heating are automatic I your room is

too warm please turn your radiator downusing the control valve Please note on manyradiators this requires the use o a coin to

turn the valve towards the thick blue line Iyour room remains too hot or too cold please

report online to the Estates and FacilitiesHelpdesk (details in the Useul Contacts

section at the back o this booklet)

In order to conserve energy and reduce

carbon emissions it is University Policy tomaintain a normal maximum temperature

or any residence at 21 degrees Celsius duringthe day and evening In most bui ldingsheating is switched off during the night rom

approximately 2am ndash 630am Central heatingis normally operated rom 1 October to 1 May

when the external daytime temperature isbelow 18 degrees Celsius

Insurance

The University accepts no liability or any loss

o or damage to your personal belongingsYour belongings will be covered by a block

insurance policy provided by EndsleighInsurance This provides limited cover or

loss or damage to your belongings i you havetaken reasonable steps to keep them secureYou are advised to check the policy at

wwwendsleighcouk to ensure that thecover provided is adequate or your needs

Kitchen Equipment

A ridge reezer (or ridge-reezer) electric

kettle cooker microwave toaster and ironare provided in each kitchen but you must

provide your own cooking utensils crockeryand cutlery Please note the regulations or

any personal cooking equipment (see page18 Electrical Saety)

All cooking appliances (cookers hobsmicrowave ovens toasters and kettles) are

electric Cookers and hobs have rotary knobsor the radiant rings grill and oven Please

ensure that you switch off when you havefinished using the cooker or hob When youclean the cooker or hob always ensure you

turn off the electrical supply by using thenearby red switch

Laundry Facilities

Sel-service laundrettes or residents areprovided at

raquo Stag Hill campus on the ground floor oAA building

raquo Hazel Farm Hamilton Driveraquo Hazel Farm Hamilton Placeraquo Bellerby Court in Wealden House

(externally provided)raquo Manor Park near Reception and at

71ndash77 Ronald Ross Road

A wash costs pound220 to pound280 and to dry anaverage load costs approximately pound120 Allmachines are operated by a ldquotop up cardrdquo

system Cards are available rom machineslocated at the laundrettes and the reception

at Manor Park) For more inormation pleasevisit circuitgroupcom

All laundrettes are operated by CircuitLaunderette Services In the event o

breakdown or aults these can be reporteddirect to Circuit on 0800 092 4068

Instructions or use o the laundrette aredisplayed at each location

Linen and Bedding

Bedding (duvet and pillows) bed linen and

towels are not provided You can either

raquo Bring with you a duvet duvet coverpillows pillowcases and sheets to fit a

single bed approximately 190cm x 90cmor all single rooms

raquo Purchase a bedding pack rom the University

prior to your arrival which includes all theitems listed above and will be delivered to

your room ready or your arrival Packs canbe purchased at httpstoresurreyacuk

Litter Clearance

The paths steps and grounds around theresidences are routinely swept and litterremoved Residents are expected to behave

responsibly and avoid dropping litterCigarette butts should be disposed o in thecigarette bins Rubbish rom your room must

only be disposed o in the recycling bins nearyour court I you are unsure as to where these

are please ask at your Court Reception

Locks and Keys

On arrival you will be given a key to the dooro your floor or flat and or your bedroom

For your security and s aety always lock thedoor o your bedroom when you go out Youshould also be sure to lock your floorflat

ront door to keep your home secure Yourkey must never be given out to anyone

I you lock yoursel out or lose your keys please

report to your Court Reception or Security ithey are closed Please note there is cost opound20 or lost or broken keys and key obs

Bus Passes

Bus passes are issued ree o charge tostudents living at Hazel GFarm a charge opound20 will be made or lost or damaged Bus

passes

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Mail and Parcels

Incoming mail on Stag Hill is security

scanned and then delivered to the Courtreception during the morning Monday to

Friday and is available or collection byresidents in the afernoon

All mail is delivered to Manor Park or ManorPark and Bellerby Court residents Monday to

Friday Emails will be sent to residents whenpost is ready or collection At Hazel Farm

mail is delivered direct to the houses by RoyalMail No mail is delivered to the University

on Saturday Sunday public holidays andUniversity closure days I we receive a parcelor letter requiring a signature then yoursquoll

receive an email to your University accountadvising you to come to the reception with

your Student ID Card to collect the item Allmail is delivered to Manor Park or ManorPark and Bellerby Court residents Monday to

Friday Emails will be sent to residents whenpost is ready or collection

Afer students have lef University

accommodation any uncollected mail willbe returned to sender I you have activelyused your University address or post then we

recommend you set up a redirect to your newaddress online by ollowing the link below

royalmailcomcustomer-servicepersonal-

customersmoving-home-going-awayset-

redirection

Envelopes containing valuables may be liable

to being stolen rom post racks I you intendto have such items delivered we stronglyadvise that you arrange or them to be sent

by Recorded Delivery

Large parcels and other bulky items are

normally delivered to the University CentralDistribution Office opposite International

House Yoursquoll be advised when such an itemarrives and should collect it rom the CentralDistribution Office

All mail should be addressed to residents

using their ull name as per University

records We would also recommend the use o

your student number to ensure mail reachesyou in a timely ashion

raquo Stag Hill campus residentsrsquo mail should beaddressed with the name o your Court flat

and room number ollowed by University oSurrey Guildord and the ollowing postcode

Battersea Court GU2 7JQCathedral Court GU2 7JHGuildord Court GU2 7JL

International GU2 7JLMillennium GU2 7JN

Stag Hill Court GU2 7JGSurrey Court GU2 7JW

Twyord Court GU2 7JP

University Court GU2 7JN

raquo Manor Park residentsrsquo mail should beaddressed to your ull name flat room

number and road name Manor Park StudentVillage Guildord GU2 7YW

raquo Hazel Farm residentsrsquo mail should beaddressed with the house and room number

road name Worplesdon Guildord and theollowing postcodes

Hamilton Drive GU2 9PLHamilton Place GU2 9GXHamilton Close GU2 9GU

Oregano Way GU2 9YT

raquo Bellerby Court residentsrsquo mail should beaddressed with the flat and room Number

Name o House Rosalind Franklin CloseGuildord GU2 7XR

Personal Belongings

Residents are reminded that other peoplersquos

belongings (including ood and kitchenutensils) must only be used or borrowed with

prior permission

Refuse Collection and Recycling

In most residences except those detailedbelow reuse is removed rom kitchens dailyMonday to Friday At weekends residents

may deposit reuse in the recycling binsprovided at each Court

I you live in amily flats or Hazel Farm youare responsible or removing your reuse

to the collection points Recycling bins orpaper cardboard glass and tins are provided

at central points outside residence buildings

Religious Texts

In a number o our rooms yoursquoll finda gif o a bible given by the Gideons

International I you do not have a copy andwould like one please contact the Chaplainson chaplaincysurreyacuk Alternatively

i you would like to return your copy pleasehand it in at your Court Reception

I you wish to disc uss any religious matters

urther or are interested in reading otherreligious texts please contact the ChaplainsFurther details can be ound at

surreyacukchaplaincy

Repairs

Faults must be reported via the online EampFMhelp desk surreyacukreportrepair

Out o hours emergency repairs must be

notified to Security Contact details can beound at the back o this booklet

I you report a ault in your accommodationyou give permission or Maintenance Staff to

enter to rectiy the ault

We endeavour to carry out plannedinspections and maintenance o buildings so

as to minimise inconvenience to residentsWe will normally give notice o any planned

work approximately a week beore it iscarried out In an emergency or examplea fire or flood we may need to enter your

accommodation without giving notice

Maintenance staff prioritise work and aim tocomplete jobs in a timely manner

Please note that reunds o rent ormaintenance ailures are only made in

exceptional circumstances when the ault hasnot been rectified in a timely ashion and

not where the ault or delay is beyond theUniversityrsquos control or example a power cutor difficulty in obtaining spare parts

SnowIce Clearance

When winter weather conditions requirethe paths and steps round the residences

will be gritted and where necessary snowand ice cleared i possible by 10am The

University Estates and Facilities ManagementDepartment are responsible or dealing withsnow and ice clearance

I there is significant snowall announcements

will be made on the Universityrsquos website toinorm you o any special arrangements at

surreyacukalert

Typical fault Target response time for first inspection

Health and Safety related repairs eg gas leaks

dangerous electrical faults lift entrapment 1 hour

Urgent repairs eg water leaks failure of heating

water or electrical systems lock failure 3 hours

Routine repairs eg faulty showers or toilets

sticking doors flickering lights 3 days

Routine repairs eg faulty windows or glazing

dripping taps 7 days

Non urgent repairs eg decoration

minor paving issues furniture repairs 20 days

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SECURITY HEALTH

A N D S A F E T Y

You are required to conduct yourself responsibly

and in a safe manner that is compatible with

the health safety and wellbeing of your fellow

residents and the buildings in which you live

It is an offence in law to interere with or misuse anything

provided in the interests o health and saety including fire

detection systems fire alarms and fire-fighting equipment TheUniversity will take disciplinary action against any resident

ound to be endangering the welare o other residents ormembers o the University Community

A copy o the University Health and Saety Policy can be

viewed at surreyacukhsd

Emergencies

In case o an emergency please contact Security on extension3333 or +44 (0)1483 683333 rom mobile phones

On Stag Hill campusManor Park in an emergency (medicalfire assault etc) always contact Security They will then come

directly to the incident and wi ll also contact the EmergencyServices or you

At Hazel Farm and Bellerby Court please call 999 or theAmbulance Service Fire Brigade or Police As soon as possible

aferwards contact University Security to inorm them that theEmergency Services have been called

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Electrical Safety

All electrical supplies in the Residences

operate at 230 volts and i used incorrectly cangive atal electric shocks Faulty or damaged

electrical equipment can also cause fires

The electrical equipment provided by theUniversity is routinely checked to ensure itis sae I you bring electrical equipment into

the residences it must be in good conditionand be fitted with a UK 3-pin plug with a

use Continental two or three -pin plugs andadaptors should not be used The University

reserves the right to remove withoutwarning electrical appliances it deems to beunsae or appliance leads that are not CE or

BS kite-marked

For your own saety and that o your ellowresidents you must stop using equipment

immediately i you notice the ollowingdanger signs

raquo Plugs or wall sockets which are overheatingor are scorched or cracked

raquo Cables or wires which are loose exposed orraying

raquo A burning smell when appliances are

switched onraquo Fuses which blow requently

I you are concerned about any o the electrical

installations or appliances in your Residenceplease speak to your Court Reception

Fire Safety

I you find a fire sound the alarmimmediately by hitting the nearest alarm callpoint ndash they are usually near the entrance

to your flatfloor When you hear a loudelectronic siren anywhere in the University

this means a fire evacuation and you and anyguests must leave the building immediatelyand go to your designated assembly point or

Court Reception i directed to do so You mustonly return to the building when a Fire Officer

or Security Officer instructs you to do so

The fire-fighting apparatus is supplied oruse only in an emergency I you do have to

use this equipment please report this to yourCourt Reception as soon as possible so it canbe replaced Tampering with any fire saety

equipment eg fire alarms unnecessarilydischarging fire extinguishers propping

open fire doors or covering sm oke detectorsis a serious offence Any resident oundmisusing saety equipment will be fined

may be required to leave the residence andcould be reported to the Police or Criminal

Investigation

Fire evacuation practices are arranged duringthe First Semester You are required to co-

operate with the instructions o Universitystaff during practice evacuations I you havea disability the University Fire Saety Officer

will advise you about sae evacuation in theevent o a fire Please note that fire escapes

exits should only be used in emergencies

Nearly all the fires in student housing start

in the kitchen and most i nvolve cookingas a result residents must never leave their

cooking unattended They should takereasonable steps to prevent a fire eg never

filling a pan more than one-third ull o oilkeeping grill pans clean not putting teatowels on a hob directly afer use and b eing

especially cautious i they are under theinfluence o alcohol or any other medication

Gas Safety

I you smell gas you should report this to

University Security by dialling extension3333 rom any University phone or+44 (0)1483 683333 rom mobile phones

Gas appliances in the Residences areserviced and saety checked annually bylsquoGas Saersquo qualified contractors Landlords

Gas Saety Certificates are displayed inrelevant buildings and are also available

to view by prior arrangement at theAccommodation Office

General Health and Safety

raquo I you have an accident or a lsquonear missrsquoaccident or you spot a saety hazard you should

report this to your Court Reception or toAccommodation Services or University 24 HourSecurity Office All accidents must be ormally

reported on a University Incident Report Formraquo Bicycles additional urniture or other large

items may not be brought into Residence

buildings they must not be stored externallywhere they obstruct access to doors or stairs

raquo You must not obstruct doors corridors stairsor communal areas

raquo You may not burn candles joss sticks or usenaked flames or lsquohookahrsquo pipes in Res idences

The use o candles or other naked flames inUniversity accommodation is prohibited

raquo Residents are not allowed to bring into the

Courts any substance or equipment whichmight be hazardous to health or saety eg

petrol solvents Nitric Oxide Synthase (NOS)laboratory equipment etc

raquo You may not bring weapons or replicaweapons into the Courts including guns airguns swords knives etc

raquo Residents who have children are responsibleor their saety whilst in University buildings

English Law does not speciy a particular ageat which a child can be lef unsupervisedHowever parents may be prosecuted i they

leave a child alone lsquoin a manner which islikely to cause unnecessary suffering or

injury to healthrsquo (Children and Young PersonsAct 1933) University residences should

be regarded as high risk areas or youngchildren Babies and toddlers should never belef alone in any circumstances

raquo University staff have the right to carry outtheir duties without ear o intimidation

and abuse Such behaviour directed at s taffis a very serious offence and will lead todisciplinary action

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P O L I C I E S

Policy for Accommodating

Students with Disabilities

There are study bedrooms designed orstudents with disabilities and other specialneeds within most o the Courts o Residence

These include rooms or wheelchair usersdea students and or students whose

disability requires additional space orspecial equipment

The University recognises that in exceptional

cases students who are severely disabledor suffer rom mental health disabilityor severe medical impairment could not

attend University unless they are offeredUniversity accommodation Accommodation

Services will consider applicantsrecommended by Centre o Wellbeing or theDisability Coordinator in accordance with

University policies and subject to suitableaccommodation being available

Students with significant special needs areadvised to visit our campus prior to arrival to

discuss their requirements and view the typeo acilities available

The existence or pre-existence o d isordersthat are well controlled and have responded

to medical treatment even though there isa continuation o medical treatment does

not necessarily constitute grounds orUniversity accommodation Examples oconditions not normally considered are

ndash urinary tract inections irritable bowelsyndrome asthma dyslexia eczema well-

managed diabetes or epilepsy

Allocation Policy

The lsquoAccommodation Allocation Policyrsquois reviewed annually by the University

in conjunction with the Studentsrsquo UnionChanges o the policy are recommended tothe Commercial Affairs Committee which

normally decides the policy in November

The current policy can be viewed atsurreyacukaccommodation

Application Procedure

New students are invited to apply or

accommodation rom March each yearUndergraduate students have placesconfirmed during August and September

Postgraduate students have places confirmedafer the University receives an agreed

proportion o your course ees usually duringAugust and September

The majority o applications are made usingan on-line system and confirmations o

allocation are emailed to you

Eligible continuing students are able toapply or accommodation online during

late Novemberearly December Detailscan be ound online at surreyacuk

accommodation Applicants will be inormedi they have been successul in the firstinstance by the end o February

Complaints

I you have a complaint you should firsttry to resolve it inormally Please see the

ront o this Guide or details o which areato contact I you are unsure please contactAccommodation Services

I you are not satisfied with the outcome

you may make a written complaint toAccommodation Services A response will

normally be given in five working days

I you are unhappy about the way that your

complaint has been dealt with then you mayrequest to have the complaint reviewed Details

can be given via Accommodation Services

Contractual Relationship

Students living in University-ownedaccommodation are licensees Your licence is

granted because o your intention to ollow acourse o study at the University I you cease toollow a course o study at the University you

will be required to leave residence

Your contractual agreement is or a fixed periodand i you decide to leave your residence beore

the end o that fixed period you will still berequired to pay rent or the ull duration

When you apply or accommodation youhave to agree to abide by the lsquoConditions

o Residencersquo set out b elow These are animportant part o your licence agreement

or tenancy

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PAYING FOR YOUR ROOM

When do I need to pay for my room

We will send you an invoice by email to your University EmailAccount within14 days o arrival and this will show your ldquoPay

byrdquo date

What should I do if I do not receive an invoice

Wait or 14 days afer you have arrived and re-check yourUniversity Email Account I the invoice has still not beenemailed to you contact the Accommodation Services their

contact details are at the back o this booklet

How do I pay my Residence Fees

When you receive your invoice read both pages o the invoicecareully as these will have all the inormation you need to pay

Method 1

Pay in ull by the ldquoPay byrdquo date shown on page 1 o yourinvoice by card on our website surreyacukaccommodation

payment

Method 2

I you are staying or more than 16 weeks you wi ll be offeredthe chance to pay in instalments See page two o your invoice

or details

Contact Accommodation Services i you have not received

your invoice within 14 days o arrival or have a queryregarding the rent you have been charged I you have

concerns about your ability to pay please contact the Student

Finance Team in the Student Services Centre

See back o booklet or contact inormation

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C O N D I T I O N S O F R E S I D E N C E

Abandoned PropertyYou may not leave property behind anywherein the Court afer you vacate your room I

any property is ound in or about your roomafer you have lef (including property lef

in or around any other part o the Universityeg cycles in Court cycle sheds) then theUniversity may dispose o such property in

the manner it finds appropriate

Access to Your Accommodation

I you report a ault inside your bedroom orflat you give permission or maintenance

staff to enter and rectiy the ault I we needaccess to your accommodation to carry out

routine maintenance or inspections orexample annual electrical equipment testingwersquoll give you at least 48 hours notice o

when this is due to happen In an emergency

or example a fire alert or flood we may enteryour accommodation without giving notice

The University reserves the right to enteryour accommodation i they have reasonablegrounds to suspect that there is a breach o

the Conditions o Residences or the welareo any resident is at risk In exceptional

circumstances the University may conduct asearch o a room

ArrivalArrival instructions will be sent to youvia email Yoursquoll normally be allocated a

room rom the weekend beore your coursestarts Please check your Allocation Letter

to confirm your arrival date Internationalstudents may be admitted up to our daysearlier i they are participating in the

International Orientation

Bicycles

Bicycles may not be brought into Residencebuildings There are lockable bicycle stores

available in each Court o Residence

Business Use

Residents may not operate a business in orrom University accommodation

Cleaning

You are expected to keep your room and

communal areas in a clean tidy and hygieniccondition and equipment is provided or

this Most communal areas are in additioncleaned periodically by cleaning staff Whenyou depart you must leave your room (and

shower room where applicable) clean andtidy and empty o rubbish

Residents o amily flats and Hazel Farm areresponsible or removing waste to externalcollection points

The University reserves the right to charge

residents or excess cleaning i hygiene andcleanliness all below a reasonable standard

in bedrooms andor communal areasThe accommodation is inspected prior todeparture and residents may be charged or

excess cleaning

Council Tax

Full time students living in Universityresidences are exempt rom Council Tax

Residents o amily accommodation are liableto pay Council Tax which is collected by the

University with and in addition to rent The

amount o Council Tax depends on the size othe flat and circumstances o the amily

Damage

Yoursquoll be held responsible or damage in yourroom beyond air wear and tear Rooms are

inspected prior to departure and yoursquoll beinvoiced or the cost o repairing any damageYou are expected to maintain the security o

communal areas by locking outer doors whenyou go in or out Damage in communal areas

is the responsibility o the whole floor orhouse and will be charged accordingly

Residents are responsible to pay or non-

return or loss o keys or returning urnitureto its original position and or deterioration o

urniture fittings or structure o the room orcommunal areas not due to air wear and tear

and any additional cleaning required Roomsflats are inspected at intervals throughout theyear and beore departure Any charges due

will be invoiced

Data Protection

Personal data collected on your

accommodation application will be held onthe University database or administrativepurposes It will be processed in accordance

with the statutory Data Protection Principlesand the Universityrsquos registration under the Data

Protection Acts 1984 amp 1998 The University is

required to disclose your name and campusaddress to Guildord Borough Council toenable the electoral roll to be updated

The Conditions of Residence are the rules and policies of residence

When you apply for accommodation you have to agree to abide by the

Conditions of Residence and these are an important part of your licence

agreement or tenancy (see PoliciesContractual Relationship)

The University reserves the right to introduce such changes to the

Conditions of Residence as may be necessary or desirable

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Departure and Giving Notice to

Leave Early

You are required to vacate your

accommodation and return keys by middayon the end date stated in your Allocation

Letter or tenancy There are no on campusstorage acilities or residentsrsquo belongings butAccommodation Services can supply details

o local storage companies

I you decide to move out o residence beorethe end date o your licence or tenancy you

must give notice to leave by letter email orby using a Withdrawal Form available atAccommodation Services

Residents may give notice to leave theirresidence at the end o the First SemesterNotice must be received in writing no later

than 4 December 2015 and you must vacateyour room by 30 January 2016

I you wish to vacate your room earlier than30 January you can advise Accommodation

Services o your intentions Please note thatyou may be liable or the payment o your

room rent up to 30 January 2016 unless weare able to re-let your room earlier In theevent that we are able to arrange a re-let you

need only pay until the date that the newtenant moves in

I notice is not received on or beore4 December 2015 no rebate o rent will b e

given i you decide to leave beore the enddate specified in your allocation letter

unless we are able to re-let your room Thisapplies even i your move-in date is afer

4 December 2015 I you leave beore the endo your licence or tenancy yoursquoll be requiredto continue paying until your account is

cleared in ull

I you cease to be a student because you

withdraw rom your course or the Universityterminates your course your licence to

occupy University Accommodation andthereore your liability or rent ceases whenyou move out and return the key Please

ensure you notiy Accommodation Servicesin writing o your intended move-out date so

all necessary arrangements can be made

Deposits

Residents are required to pay an advanced

payment o pound250 this will be credited to yourrent invoice afer you move in I you do not

move in the advanced payment will be usedto offset any loss o rent until a replacement

tenant is ound including an admin ee

Drug Misuse

The possession o illegal drugs is a criminaloffence and possession with intent to supplyis a more serious offence It is also an offence

or the University to allow drugs to be used inpremises it owns or manages It is thereore the

policy o the University not to tolerate the useo illegal drugs in student residences Students

ound to be using or in the possession o anyillegal drug including cannabis or who allowillegal drugs to be used in their study bedroom

will receive a substantial fine a final warningand instructions to cease their illegal activities

immediately I the studentrsquos behaviour alsoindicates that they are unsuited to communalliving they may be asked to leave residences

(see Misconduct)

The University will inorm the Police o anystudent suspected o dealing in drugs The

University also reserves the right to provideinormation to the Police about students oundto be using or in possession o illegal drugs

Electoral Registration

Students in residence in the middle o

October will be included on an annual returnmade to Guildord Borough Council which

is used to prepare the Electoral Roll Werecommend that you also register to vote at

your home address in case an election occursduring a vacation

Electrical Appliances

Residents may not install or use any heater

iron kettle ridge reezer washing machinemicrowave or other cooking equipmentin their bedroom Under no circumstances

should electrical outlets or appliances be

interered with or overloaded Multi-socketadapters should be CE or BS kite-marked andhave a use and lsquoonrsquo indicator light Kitchenappliances must have a 3-pin UK used plug

Un-used continental plugs and adaptors arenot permitted The University reserves the right

to remove without warning unsae electricalappliances or non-UK standard appliance leads

that are not CE or BS kite-marked

Furniture

Items should be kept in the room they areprovided You are expected to return all

urniture to its original position when youvacate your accommodation

Guests

You are responsible or the behaviour o your

guests and must accompany them at all times

ensuring that they comply with all relevantparts o these Conditions Guests are not

permitted in your accommodation between11pm and 8am Guest rooms may be booked

via Accommodation Services

Health and Safety

Residents are required to conduct themselves

in a responsible and sae manner at all timesThe instructions and guidance in the lsquoHealth

and Saetyrsquo section o the lsquoResidents Guidersquoorm part o the lsquoConditions o Residencersquo

Inventory

An inventory orm will be emailed to you

and you are advised to record the conditiono the room and urniture when you arriveThe inventory can either be emailed to

Accommodation Services or returned to yourCourt Reception

Keys and LocksA charge o pound20 will be made i you ail to

return your room key or security ob whenyou vacate your room I keys or security obs

are lost or broken a charge o pound20 is made orreplacements An additional charge o pound75 is

made i a lock change is necessary Residentsmay not change locks or add locks or alarmsto their rooms

I you need a replacement key or security ob

you can obtain this on payment o pound20 atAccommodation Services or at Manor ParkReception Out o office hours you should

go to your Court Reception When they areclosed the 24 hour Security Office in Senate

House will assist you usually by letting youinto your room

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Misconduct

Full details o the Universityrsquos disciplinary

procedures may be ound on the Universitywebsite wwwsurreyacukcurrentstudents

Misconduct relating to incidents in or

around the Residences is dealt with throughan escalating system o penalties issued bythe Wardens

An offence may lead to a Warning and

may be accompanied by a fine up to pound200depending on the seriousness o the offence

The Warden has the authority to move astudent to alternative accommodation withimmediate effect pending investigation o an

alleged act o serious misconduct

I through an act o serious misconduct orthrough repeated misconduct a student

demonstrates they are not suited tocommunal living they will be required toleave residence I a penalty is issued there

exists a provision or appeal

Under no circumstances may a student whohas been required to leave residence re-apply

or University accommodation during thatacademic year and they may be excludedrom applying or uture years i deemed

appropriate by a Disciplinary Panel

Noise

There is a level o noise associated with living

within a communal environment and noisecan become an issue when many people live

in close proximity to each other You mustnot make excessive noise at any time o the

day or night In addition there should beminimal noise audible outside the room youare in between 11pm and 8am (quiet hours)

When deciding i noise is excessive the

ollowing points will be considered

raquo Has a complaint(s) been receivedraquo Possible impact on other residents and

members o the Universitylocal community

raquo Level o noise being created and the timeo day

raquo Have previous complaints been made

I in the judgment o a member o UniversityStaff (this will mainly be a member o theWardening Team or Security Department)

the noise is deemed to be excessive andor intrusive then the level o noise will be

required to be reduced imm ediately theitem creating the noise can be confiscatedand urther disciplinary action may be

taken i appropriate

To ensure that the above conditions aremet we recommend that headphones are

used or listening to music and other audiooutput during quiet hours and residentsconsider their use i they wish to listen to

items at high volume

Within any large organisation on occasionthere will be events incidents or works that

may cause disruption to other memberso the organisation Whilst the Universitywill seek to minimise these occurrences

and to inorm residents whenever possiblethere may be times where disruption is

unavoidable

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Room Changes Swaps

You may not change rooms without the

agreement o Accommodation ServicesThose who swap rooms without prior

permission will ace disciplinary action thatcan include a fine and maybe excluded rom

accommodation in uture years Room swapswhere two residents agree to swap roomswith each other are permitted rom late

October Further details will be emailed toresidents or you can contact Accommodation

Services An administration ee o pound50 ischarged per resident or a room swap

In exceptional circumstances with supportrom Centre o Wellbeing or Student Advice

a room change may be permitted For urtherdetails and to collect the appropriate orm

please visit Accommodation Services

In exceptional circumstances and withprior consultation the University reservesthe right to move residents to alternative

accommodation

Security of Rooms and Property

Whenever you leave your room you should

lock your room door and the outside orstaircase door I your room is on the groundfloor you should also latch your window

closed This ensures security or everyoneThe University accepts no liability or any loss

o or damage to your personal belongings

Single Sex flatsfloors

Students occupying rooms in single sex flatsor floors may not have visitors o the opposite

sex afer 10pm on any night o the week

Smoking

Residents or their guests may not smoke

or use an electronic cigarette inside anyUniversity building or in the entrance to or

close to windows or vents o any buildingincluding the Residences This rule includes

a ban on smoking within individual studentbedrooms Failure to comply with thisregulation will result in disciplinary action

being taken

Sub-letting of Rooms

Accommodation is available or the exclusiveuse o the person to whom it is let whilst

they are a ull time registered student o the

University You may not sub-let or allowanyone else to use your room ailure to complywith this regulation will result in disciplinaryaction being taken see the Misconduct section

or more details Overnight guests should bebooked into guest rooms Please note random

spot-checks occur throughout the year to checkthe ID o residents

Summer Vacation Residence

You can apply or residence during the

summer vacation Applications can be madethrough the online store afer the Easter

vacation Further details can be ound on theAccommodation web pages No reduction orent is given or periods spent away rom the

University in vacations Normal Conditions oResidence apply to vacation periods

Television

There are TV rooms in the Residences with

Bellerby residents able to use acilitiesat Manor Park I you own or operate a

television in your room you must have yourown TV licence A TV licence i s also required

i you watch live television on a computer

You are not allowed to attach aerials or

satellite dishes internally or externally to anyresidence buildings

Parking

There is no parking or residents on Stag Hill

campus and at Manor Park

As a condition o having a place in Residencestudents who are resident in all Courts (except

Hazel Farm) may not bring a car or other our-wheeled motor vehicle on to the Universitygrounds and while in residence undertake

not to keep one on the public roads within thelsquoexclusion zonersquo used or deciding eligibility

or parking permits

Students resident at Hazel Farm may parkree o charge in designated spaces at HazelFarm Residents o Hazel Farm are not eligible

or permits to park on Stag Hill campusduring office hours There is a limited number

o spaces or students resident at BellerbyCourt who may apply or a parking permitrom the contractor who is responsible or all

parking matters in the vicinity o the Court

Student residents may park a motorcycle onany University campus i it is registered with

the Security Department and is parked withina marked motorcycle bay

Full details o the University ParkingRegulations can be ound at

surreyacukcurrentstudentscampus

transport

Parties

The Residences and surrounding areas are not

suitable or large parties I you wish to holda party within or outside o your Court or

small groups o riends you must first obtainpermission one week in advance rom your

Warden who may grant permission subjectto rules which include accepting liability or

any charges resulting rom the party Partiesare allowed on Friday or Saturday nightsonly outside o designated exam periods A

ull copy o the partybarbeque regulations isavailable rom the Wardensrsquo website

Pets

You may not keep pets in your residence

Posters

You may not post notices other than

those or RAG publicity or student electioncampaigns in your windows or in any other

part o the Court except on notice boards

Rent

You will receive an email to your University oSurrey email account rom Accommodation

Services containing your rent invoice Theinvoice includes details o how to go onlineand make payment I you donrsquot get this email

within 14 days o moving in please contactAccommodation Services Contact details are at

the back o this handbook

Rents are payable or the whole periodspecified in your Accommodation agreementNo rebate is given i you arrive late or leave

beore the end o the period specified in yourAccommodation agreement

Rent may be paid in ull or the year or in

instalments You are encouraged to use theUniversity on-line payment system to m akepayments

You are responsible or payment by the

dates indicated on the invoice I payment isnot received within 28 days o your taking

up residence your licence to occupy maybe terminated I you are having difficulties

paying your rent you must contact theStudent Finance Team as soon as possibleContact details are at the back o this booklet

Rents are reviewed annually by theUniversity and are confirmed by the

Executive Board Rents normally increase inSeptember and are in orce or the ollowing

academic year

Accommodation Services reserves the rightto withhold University accommodation roma student who it has been established owes

rent to the University or a private landlord

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USEFUL CONTACTS

Accommodation Services

Philip Marchant Building

E accommodationsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682466

Open Mon to Fri 10am to 5pm

facebookcomSurreyResidenceExperience

Security

Ground Floor Senate House

T +44 (0)1483 682002

Emergencies (internal) 3333

Emergencies +44(0)1483 683333

Court Receptions

Stag Hill Reception

Stag Hill Court University Court

Millennium House

E staghillreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 689078

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 7pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Battersea Reception

Battersea Court Surrey CourtE batterseareceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682473

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 11pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Cathedral Reception

Cathedral Court International House

Twyford Court

E cathedralreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682468

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 7pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Manor Park Reception

Manor Park Bellerby Court

E manorparkreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 683500

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 11pm

Sat amp Sun 10am to 2pm (Security presence 247)

Hazel Farm Caretakerrsquos Office

Hazel Farm

E accommodationsurreyacuk

T +44(0)1483 683536

Student Life Mentoring

Student Services Centre

E mentoringsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 68 3510 6694 4824

facebookcomsurreystudent

Twitter surreystudent

Estates and Facilities Helpdesk

(online reporting of maintenance issues)

httparchibussurreyacukstudenthelpdesk

indexcfm

Look for this button on the Accommodation

Services website

Finance

Student Receivables (rent payments)

Student Services Centre

E student-receivablessurreyacuk

IT Services

(Room internet ndash Surrey ResNet)

Contact your Court Reception to arrange for a

ResNet Advisor to visit

E usersupportsurreyacuk

Wardens

Please see contact details posted within your

accommodation or follow the link below to the

Wardensrsquo website

surreyacukcurrentstudents

accommodationwardens

Wardens can also be contacted by the email

addresses below

Battersea Court and Surrey Courtbatterseaampsurreywardensurreyacuk

Cathedral Court and Guildford Court

cathedralampguildfordwardensurreyacuk

International House and Twyford Court

interamptwyfordwardensurreyacuk

Manor Park and Bellerby Court

manorparkwardensurreyacuk

Hazel Farm

hazelfarmwardensurreyacuk

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Accommodation Services

Philip Marchant Building

University of Surrey

Guildord Surrey GU2 7XH UK

T +44 (0)1483 682 466

E accommodationsurreyacuk

wwwfacebookcom

SurreyResidenceExperience

surreyacukaccommodation

Disclaimer

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this

publication at the time of going to press (June 2015) The University undertakes all reasonable

steps to provide the services described in this guide but reserves the right however to introduce

changes to the information given Should industrial action or circumstances beyond the control

of the University interfere with its ability to provide services the University undertakes to use

all reasonable steps to minimise any resultant disruption Please refer to our website for up-

to-date information

June 2015

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M A N A G E M E N T

Your accommodation is managed by a University-wide team to ensure you

receive a professional service in all areas of your accommodation experience

Accommodation Services

raquo Accommodation Services takes overall

responsibility or your accommodationso i you are unsure o whom to talk to orhave eedback relating to your experience

in accommodation please contact us TheAccommodation Office is open Mon to Fri

10am to 5pm and is located in the PhilipMarchant Building Stag Hill campus

Accommodation Services has day to dayresponsibility or

raquo Receiving all accommodation applications

the allocation o rooms and room transersraquo Invoicing you or your accommodationraquo Providing inormation on renting in the

private sector including hosting HousingAwareness Week in February providing

up to date inormation on housesroomsavailable in the private sector via

surreystudentpadcouk raquo Management o 60 houses in the private sector

as part o the Property Managed Scheme

raquo Management o the Reception at Manor Park

Estates and Facilities Management

Estates and Facilities Management (EampFM)

are responsible or the management oCourt Receptions on Stag Hill Campusdelivery o mail (see Mail amp Parcels in A-Z

Inormation or urther details) cleaningservices and all maintenance your housing

association will be responsible or theseservices in Bellerby Court InternationalHouse and Millennium House For all queries

relating to these services please contact yourCourt Reception

EampFM also undertake the upkeep o all areas

on campus including grounds walkways andother non-residential buildings

Cleaning

Cleaning is carried out in the c ommunal

areas o the Courts eg s tairwells corridorsshared kitchens and shared bathrooms The

cleaning schedule will be displayed in yourkitchen Any queries relating to this serviceshould be made to your Court Reception in

the first instance

Court Reception

The Reception is the centre or most CourtsThis is where you can

raquo Collect post and parcelsraquo Report any issues relating to your cleaning

serviceraquo Seek support or ResNet via a ResNet Advisor

raquo Make general enquiries in relation to youraccommodation

Please see back o booklet or contact detailsand opening times

Maintenance

Maintenance is carried out by University staffor approved contractors used to working inthe Courts Requests or repairs can be made

online (see Repairs or urther details) I youhave an emergency situation (ie flood no

power) please contact your Court Receptioni they are closed requests can be made to the24-hour Security Office in Senate House

Security

There are Security staff on duty 24 hours a

day at the main Campus Security Office onthe ground floor o Senate House Manor Parkalso has a Security Officer on duty 24 hours

based at Reception located near to the siteentrance Hazel Farm has regular mobile and

oot patrols

Our Security Teamrsquos main purpose is to ensurethe security and saety o students staff andbuildings and regular patrols are carried out

I you need help at any time you can contactSecurity by going to the office or by calling

the numbers detailed below Out o normalopening hours Security also deal with urgent

requests or maintenance and will help youwith other enquiries you may have

I you have an emergency the Securityteam can be contacted by phoning

+44 (0)1483 683333

This will connect you to the Security Officein Senate House which is open 24 hours aday Please remember that this line is or

emergencies only

Non-urgent calls to the 24-hour SecurityOffice should be made to +44 (0)1483 682002

It wasnrsquot the beautiul campus that impressed me the most about Surrey

nor was it the breathtaking landscapes that surround it or the proximity

to London hellip what really drew me in was that no matter how culturally

diverse or scarily new it all was Surrey elt like home

Em Bollon

Former President Studentsrsquo Union

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surreyacuk

As residential Wardens we live

among you in the Courts o

Residence to support your welare

needs and maintain discipline

All o the Wardens have day jobs

in a variety o departments right

across the University so our wide-

ranging combined experience o theUniversity as a whole means that

we are ofen the first port-o-call

or inormation I we canrsquot provide

exactly what you need we will

certainly know who to put you in

touch with in order to help We hope

you enjoy your time in residences

David Carey Senior Warden

shares his experiences

University of Surrey 11

Finance

The Student Finance Team are responsible or

the collection o your rent They also provideguidance should you experience difficulty in

making payments They are located within theStudent Services Centre and can be contacted

by emailing student-receivablessurreyacuk

IT Services

raquo Manage the broadband (ResNet) servicewithin your accommodation

raquo Provide support or all o the above withResNet Advisors who can be booked via yourCourt Reception

Student Support ServicesStudent Support Services bring togethera range o support services to help youthroughout your time at University

Full details can be ound atsurreyacukcurrentstudents

Our Warden and Mentoring Teams are a key

part o the residential support available

Mentoring

Student Lie Mentors are current studentswho are on hand to support new students

through their first year in accommodationThey visit residences once every c ouple o

weeks to help with everything rom settlingin and finding your way around campus

to dealing with conflict in flats and anywellbeing issues you may ace

Mentors are well inormed about the supportservices available across campus and can

draw on their own experience to act as anapproachable and easily accessible welare

presence throughout the year They alsoorganise social events such as movie nights

quizzes ice-skating trips and sushi makingproviding you with an opportunity to get toknow your flatmates and neighbours better

On the accommodation poster in your

kitchen yoursquoll find details o who yourmentor is and how to contact them Youcan also find out more and request a vis it

by contacting the Student Lie team onsurreyacukmentoring See page 32 o this

guide or urther contact details and socialmedia pages

Wardens

Wardens are members o the University

staff who live permanently in the residenceswith their amilies to help support the

residential community Wardens are here tohelp you get the most out o your studentlie at Surrey Your Warden is a good point

o contact i you need some help or adviceabout any aspect o lie in your Court

Wardens are also here to ensure all residentsmaintain reasonable behaviour

For non-urgent issues you can arrange tomeet your Warden by emailing the Wardensrsquo

court address (see page 32 or your courtrsquosemail address) For any urgent matters

please contact Security They will contact amember o the Wardening team immediatelyFurther details can be ound online at

surreyacukwardens

Other Support Services

Student Services Centre

Student Information Desk

01483 68 68 68

surreyacukask

The Centre located in Hall Complex opposite

Senate House is your first stop shop orinormation advice and guidance on thematters below

raquo Student Registry

General administration and support

raquo Student Money

Scholarshipsbursaries unding problemsdelays budgeting discretionary hardship unds

raquo International Student Support

Support amp visa issues

raquo Finance Receivables

Problems with paying or eesaccommodation

Centre for Wellbeing

Located in University Court which provides

inormation and advice on all issues affectingyour health amp wellbeing

The Guildowns University Medical Practice

Located in University Court which provides

medical consultations and advice When youarrive arrangements will be made or you to

register with a doctor

The Chaplaincy ServiceLocated in Surrey Court

Housing Associations

Bellerby Court Millennium House and

International House are cleaned andmaintained by the Housing Associations who

manage these buildings I you require urtherdetails please contact Accommodation Services

Given the high placement in the

league tables and excellent travel

links to London the University o

Surrey halls o residence really is

value or money With all the billsincluded it really is a huge worry

off your mind allowing you toenjoy the ull university experience

Lauren Whatley

BSc Accounting and Finance

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AndashZ INFORMATION

Broadband (ResNet)

ResNet is ree and it rsquos your connection to theInternet 24 hours a day To connect go to

httpactivatesurreyacuk

With your login (your University number)

and password (your date o birth in theormat ddmmyyyy) via any laptop or PC

with web access

All bedrooms have ree broadband accessThe service is subject to an AcceptableUse Policy which can be viewed at

surreyacukresnet I you have any problemswith this service please contact your Court

Reception

CCTV

CCTV is installed in some areas o theResidences or your security and saety This is

careully managed by the University SecurityDepartment to ensure the privacy o residents

Childcare

The University provides the Campus Kids Day

Nursery a proessionally-run acility locatedon the Manor Park Campus

For more inormation see

kidsunlimitedcouknurseriescampus-kids-guildford

Energy Efficiency

The University has an Energy ManagementPolicy Residents are urged to be responsible

in their consumption o energy and water byswitching off lights and electrical appliancesand by turning off taps and showers afer use

Heating

In most buildings controls or hot waterand heating are automatic I your room is

too warm please turn your radiator downusing the control valve Please note on manyradiators this requires the use o a coin to

turn the valve towards the thick blue line Iyour room remains too hot or too cold please

report online to the Estates and FacilitiesHelpdesk (details in the Useul Contacts

section at the back o this booklet)

In order to conserve energy and reduce

carbon emissions it is University Policy tomaintain a normal maximum temperature

or any residence at 21 degrees Celsius duringthe day and evening In most bui ldingsheating is switched off during the night rom

approximately 2am ndash 630am Central heatingis normally operated rom 1 October to 1 May

when the external daytime temperature isbelow 18 degrees Celsius

Insurance

The University accepts no liability or any loss

o or damage to your personal belongingsYour belongings will be covered by a block

insurance policy provided by EndsleighInsurance This provides limited cover or

loss or damage to your belongings i you havetaken reasonable steps to keep them secureYou are advised to check the policy at

wwwendsleighcouk to ensure that thecover provided is adequate or your needs

Kitchen Equipment

A ridge reezer (or ridge-reezer) electric

kettle cooker microwave toaster and ironare provided in each kitchen but you must

provide your own cooking utensils crockeryand cutlery Please note the regulations or

any personal cooking equipment (see page18 Electrical Saety)

All cooking appliances (cookers hobsmicrowave ovens toasters and kettles) are

electric Cookers and hobs have rotary knobsor the radiant rings grill and oven Please

ensure that you switch off when you havefinished using the cooker or hob When youclean the cooker or hob always ensure you

turn off the electrical supply by using thenearby red switch

Laundry Facilities

Sel-service laundrettes or residents areprovided at

raquo Stag Hill campus on the ground floor oAA building

raquo Hazel Farm Hamilton Driveraquo Hazel Farm Hamilton Placeraquo Bellerby Court in Wealden House

(externally provided)raquo Manor Park near Reception and at

71ndash77 Ronald Ross Road

A wash costs pound220 to pound280 and to dry anaverage load costs approximately pound120 Allmachines are operated by a ldquotop up cardrdquo

system Cards are available rom machineslocated at the laundrettes and the reception

at Manor Park) For more inormation pleasevisit circuitgroupcom

All laundrettes are operated by CircuitLaunderette Services In the event o

breakdown or aults these can be reporteddirect to Circuit on 0800 092 4068

Instructions or use o the laundrette aredisplayed at each location

Linen and Bedding

Bedding (duvet and pillows) bed linen and

towels are not provided You can either

raquo Bring with you a duvet duvet coverpillows pillowcases and sheets to fit a

single bed approximately 190cm x 90cmor all single rooms

raquo Purchase a bedding pack rom the University

prior to your arrival which includes all theitems listed above and will be delivered to

your room ready or your arrival Packs canbe purchased at httpstoresurreyacuk

Litter Clearance

The paths steps and grounds around theresidences are routinely swept and litterremoved Residents are expected to behave

responsibly and avoid dropping litterCigarette butts should be disposed o in thecigarette bins Rubbish rom your room must

only be disposed o in the recycling bins nearyour court I you are unsure as to where these

are please ask at your Court Reception

Locks and Keys

On arrival you will be given a key to the dooro your floor or flat and or your bedroom

For your security and s aety always lock thedoor o your bedroom when you go out Youshould also be sure to lock your floorflat

ront door to keep your home secure Yourkey must never be given out to anyone

I you lock yoursel out or lose your keys please

report to your Court Reception or Security ithey are closed Please note there is cost opound20 or lost or broken keys and key obs

Bus Passes

Bus passes are issued ree o charge tostudents living at Hazel GFarm a charge opound20 will be made or lost or damaged Bus

passes

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Mail and Parcels

Incoming mail on Stag Hill is security

scanned and then delivered to the Courtreception during the morning Monday to

Friday and is available or collection byresidents in the afernoon

All mail is delivered to Manor Park or ManorPark and Bellerby Court residents Monday to

Friday Emails will be sent to residents whenpost is ready or collection At Hazel Farm

mail is delivered direct to the houses by RoyalMail No mail is delivered to the University

on Saturday Sunday public holidays andUniversity closure days I we receive a parcelor letter requiring a signature then yoursquoll

receive an email to your University accountadvising you to come to the reception with

your Student ID Card to collect the item Allmail is delivered to Manor Park or ManorPark and Bellerby Court residents Monday to

Friday Emails will be sent to residents whenpost is ready or collection

Afer students have lef University

accommodation any uncollected mail willbe returned to sender I you have activelyused your University address or post then we

recommend you set up a redirect to your newaddress online by ollowing the link below

royalmailcomcustomer-servicepersonal-

customersmoving-home-going-awayset-

redirection

Envelopes containing valuables may be liable

to being stolen rom post racks I you intendto have such items delivered we stronglyadvise that you arrange or them to be sent

by Recorded Delivery

Large parcels and other bulky items are

normally delivered to the University CentralDistribution Office opposite International

House Yoursquoll be advised when such an itemarrives and should collect it rom the CentralDistribution Office

All mail should be addressed to residents

using their ull name as per University

records We would also recommend the use o

your student number to ensure mail reachesyou in a timely ashion

raquo Stag Hill campus residentsrsquo mail should beaddressed with the name o your Court flat

and room number ollowed by University oSurrey Guildord and the ollowing postcode

Battersea Court GU2 7JQCathedral Court GU2 7JHGuildord Court GU2 7JL

International GU2 7JLMillennium GU2 7JN

Stag Hill Court GU2 7JGSurrey Court GU2 7JW

Twyord Court GU2 7JP

University Court GU2 7JN

raquo Manor Park residentsrsquo mail should beaddressed to your ull name flat room

number and road name Manor Park StudentVillage Guildord GU2 7YW

raquo Hazel Farm residentsrsquo mail should beaddressed with the house and room number

road name Worplesdon Guildord and theollowing postcodes

Hamilton Drive GU2 9PLHamilton Place GU2 9GXHamilton Close GU2 9GU

Oregano Way GU2 9YT

raquo Bellerby Court residentsrsquo mail should beaddressed with the flat and room Number

Name o House Rosalind Franklin CloseGuildord GU2 7XR

Personal Belongings

Residents are reminded that other peoplersquos

belongings (including ood and kitchenutensils) must only be used or borrowed with

prior permission

Refuse Collection and Recycling

In most residences except those detailedbelow reuse is removed rom kitchens dailyMonday to Friday At weekends residents

may deposit reuse in the recycling binsprovided at each Court

I you live in amily flats or Hazel Farm youare responsible or removing your reuse

to the collection points Recycling bins orpaper cardboard glass and tins are provided

at central points outside residence buildings

Religious Texts

In a number o our rooms yoursquoll finda gif o a bible given by the Gideons

International I you do not have a copy andwould like one please contact the Chaplainson chaplaincysurreyacuk Alternatively

i you would like to return your copy pleasehand it in at your Court Reception

I you wish to disc uss any religious matters

urther or are interested in reading otherreligious texts please contact the ChaplainsFurther details can be ound at

surreyacukchaplaincy

Repairs

Faults must be reported via the online EampFMhelp desk surreyacukreportrepair

Out o hours emergency repairs must be

notified to Security Contact details can beound at the back o this booklet

I you report a ault in your accommodationyou give permission or Maintenance Staff to

enter to rectiy the ault

We endeavour to carry out plannedinspections and maintenance o buildings so

as to minimise inconvenience to residentsWe will normally give notice o any planned

work approximately a week beore it iscarried out In an emergency or examplea fire or flood we may need to enter your

accommodation without giving notice

Maintenance staff prioritise work and aim tocomplete jobs in a timely manner

Please note that reunds o rent ormaintenance ailures are only made in

exceptional circumstances when the ault hasnot been rectified in a timely ashion and

not where the ault or delay is beyond theUniversityrsquos control or example a power cutor difficulty in obtaining spare parts

SnowIce Clearance

When winter weather conditions requirethe paths and steps round the residences

will be gritted and where necessary snowand ice cleared i possible by 10am The

University Estates and Facilities ManagementDepartment are responsible or dealing withsnow and ice clearance

I there is significant snowall announcements

will be made on the Universityrsquos website toinorm you o any special arrangements at

surreyacukalert

Typical fault Target response time for first inspection

Health and Safety related repairs eg gas leaks

dangerous electrical faults lift entrapment 1 hour

Urgent repairs eg water leaks failure of heating

water or electrical systems lock failure 3 hours

Routine repairs eg faulty showers or toilets

sticking doors flickering lights 3 days

Routine repairs eg faulty windows or glazing

dripping taps 7 days

Non urgent repairs eg decoration

minor paving issues furniture repairs 20 days

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SECURITY HEALTH

A N D S A F E T Y

You are required to conduct yourself responsibly

and in a safe manner that is compatible with

the health safety and wellbeing of your fellow

residents and the buildings in which you live

It is an offence in law to interere with or misuse anything

provided in the interests o health and saety including fire

detection systems fire alarms and fire-fighting equipment TheUniversity will take disciplinary action against any resident

ound to be endangering the welare o other residents ormembers o the University Community

A copy o the University Health and Saety Policy can be

viewed at surreyacukhsd

Emergencies

In case o an emergency please contact Security on extension3333 or +44 (0)1483 683333 rom mobile phones

On Stag Hill campusManor Park in an emergency (medicalfire assault etc) always contact Security They will then come

directly to the incident and wi ll also contact the EmergencyServices or you

At Hazel Farm and Bellerby Court please call 999 or theAmbulance Service Fire Brigade or Police As soon as possible

aferwards contact University Security to inorm them that theEmergency Services have been called

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Electrical Safety

All electrical supplies in the Residences

operate at 230 volts and i used incorrectly cangive atal electric shocks Faulty or damaged

electrical equipment can also cause fires

The electrical equipment provided by theUniversity is routinely checked to ensure itis sae I you bring electrical equipment into

the residences it must be in good conditionand be fitted with a UK 3-pin plug with a

use Continental two or three -pin plugs andadaptors should not be used The University

reserves the right to remove withoutwarning electrical appliances it deems to beunsae or appliance leads that are not CE or

BS kite-marked

For your own saety and that o your ellowresidents you must stop using equipment

immediately i you notice the ollowingdanger signs

raquo Plugs or wall sockets which are overheatingor are scorched or cracked

raquo Cables or wires which are loose exposed orraying

raquo A burning smell when appliances are

switched onraquo Fuses which blow requently

I you are concerned about any o the electrical

installations or appliances in your Residenceplease speak to your Court Reception

Fire Safety

I you find a fire sound the alarmimmediately by hitting the nearest alarm callpoint ndash they are usually near the entrance

to your flatfloor When you hear a loudelectronic siren anywhere in the University

this means a fire evacuation and you and anyguests must leave the building immediatelyand go to your designated assembly point or

Court Reception i directed to do so You mustonly return to the building when a Fire Officer

or Security Officer instructs you to do so

The fire-fighting apparatus is supplied oruse only in an emergency I you do have to

use this equipment please report this to yourCourt Reception as soon as possible so it canbe replaced Tampering with any fire saety

equipment eg fire alarms unnecessarilydischarging fire extinguishers propping

open fire doors or covering sm oke detectorsis a serious offence Any resident oundmisusing saety equipment will be fined

may be required to leave the residence andcould be reported to the Police or Criminal

Investigation

Fire evacuation practices are arranged duringthe First Semester You are required to co-

operate with the instructions o Universitystaff during practice evacuations I you havea disability the University Fire Saety Officer

will advise you about sae evacuation in theevent o a fire Please note that fire escapes

exits should only be used in emergencies

Nearly all the fires in student housing start

in the kitchen and most i nvolve cookingas a result residents must never leave their

cooking unattended They should takereasonable steps to prevent a fire eg never

filling a pan more than one-third ull o oilkeeping grill pans clean not putting teatowels on a hob directly afer use and b eing

especially cautious i they are under theinfluence o alcohol or any other medication

Gas Safety

I you smell gas you should report this to

University Security by dialling extension3333 rom any University phone or+44 (0)1483 683333 rom mobile phones

Gas appliances in the Residences areserviced and saety checked annually bylsquoGas Saersquo qualified contractors Landlords

Gas Saety Certificates are displayed inrelevant buildings and are also available

to view by prior arrangement at theAccommodation Office

General Health and Safety

raquo I you have an accident or a lsquonear missrsquoaccident or you spot a saety hazard you should

report this to your Court Reception or toAccommodation Services or University 24 HourSecurity Office All accidents must be ormally

reported on a University Incident Report Formraquo Bicycles additional urniture or other large

items may not be brought into Residence

buildings they must not be stored externallywhere they obstruct access to doors or stairs

raquo You must not obstruct doors corridors stairsor communal areas

raquo You may not burn candles joss sticks or usenaked flames or lsquohookahrsquo pipes in Res idences

The use o candles or other naked flames inUniversity accommodation is prohibited

raquo Residents are not allowed to bring into the

Courts any substance or equipment whichmight be hazardous to health or saety eg

petrol solvents Nitric Oxide Synthase (NOS)laboratory equipment etc

raquo You may not bring weapons or replicaweapons into the Courts including guns airguns swords knives etc

raquo Residents who have children are responsibleor their saety whilst in University buildings

English Law does not speciy a particular ageat which a child can be lef unsupervisedHowever parents may be prosecuted i they

leave a child alone lsquoin a manner which islikely to cause unnecessary suffering or

injury to healthrsquo (Children and Young PersonsAct 1933) University residences should

be regarded as high risk areas or youngchildren Babies and toddlers should never belef alone in any circumstances

raquo University staff have the right to carry outtheir duties without ear o intimidation

and abuse Such behaviour directed at s taffis a very serious offence and will lead todisciplinary action

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P O L I C I E S

Policy for Accommodating

Students with Disabilities

There are study bedrooms designed orstudents with disabilities and other specialneeds within most o the Courts o Residence

These include rooms or wheelchair usersdea students and or students whose

disability requires additional space orspecial equipment

The University recognises that in exceptional

cases students who are severely disabledor suffer rom mental health disabilityor severe medical impairment could not

attend University unless they are offeredUniversity accommodation Accommodation

Services will consider applicantsrecommended by Centre o Wellbeing or theDisability Coordinator in accordance with

University policies and subject to suitableaccommodation being available

Students with significant special needs areadvised to visit our campus prior to arrival to

discuss their requirements and view the typeo acilities available

The existence or pre-existence o d isordersthat are well controlled and have responded

to medical treatment even though there isa continuation o medical treatment does

not necessarily constitute grounds orUniversity accommodation Examples oconditions not normally considered are

ndash urinary tract inections irritable bowelsyndrome asthma dyslexia eczema well-

managed diabetes or epilepsy

Allocation Policy

The lsquoAccommodation Allocation Policyrsquois reviewed annually by the University

in conjunction with the Studentsrsquo UnionChanges o the policy are recommended tothe Commercial Affairs Committee which

normally decides the policy in November

The current policy can be viewed atsurreyacukaccommodation

Application Procedure

New students are invited to apply or

accommodation rom March each yearUndergraduate students have placesconfirmed during August and September

Postgraduate students have places confirmedafer the University receives an agreed

proportion o your course ees usually duringAugust and September

The majority o applications are made usingan on-line system and confirmations o

allocation are emailed to you

Eligible continuing students are able toapply or accommodation online during

late Novemberearly December Detailscan be ound online at surreyacuk

accommodation Applicants will be inormedi they have been successul in the firstinstance by the end o February

Complaints

I you have a complaint you should firsttry to resolve it inormally Please see the

ront o this Guide or details o which areato contact I you are unsure please contactAccommodation Services

I you are not satisfied with the outcome

you may make a written complaint toAccommodation Services A response will

normally be given in five working days

I you are unhappy about the way that your

complaint has been dealt with then you mayrequest to have the complaint reviewed Details

can be given via Accommodation Services

Contractual Relationship

Students living in University-ownedaccommodation are licensees Your licence is

granted because o your intention to ollow acourse o study at the University I you cease toollow a course o study at the University you

will be required to leave residence

Your contractual agreement is or a fixed periodand i you decide to leave your residence beore

the end o that fixed period you will still berequired to pay rent or the ull duration

When you apply or accommodation youhave to agree to abide by the lsquoConditions

o Residencersquo set out b elow These are animportant part o your licence agreement

or tenancy

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PAYING FOR YOUR ROOM

When do I need to pay for my room

We will send you an invoice by email to your University EmailAccount within14 days o arrival and this will show your ldquoPay

byrdquo date

What should I do if I do not receive an invoice

Wait or 14 days afer you have arrived and re-check yourUniversity Email Account I the invoice has still not beenemailed to you contact the Accommodation Services their

contact details are at the back o this booklet

How do I pay my Residence Fees

When you receive your invoice read both pages o the invoicecareully as these will have all the inormation you need to pay

Method 1

Pay in ull by the ldquoPay byrdquo date shown on page 1 o yourinvoice by card on our website surreyacukaccommodation

payment

Method 2

I you are staying or more than 16 weeks you wi ll be offeredthe chance to pay in instalments See page two o your invoice

or details

Contact Accommodation Services i you have not received

your invoice within 14 days o arrival or have a queryregarding the rent you have been charged I you have

concerns about your ability to pay please contact the Student

Finance Team in the Student Services Centre

See back o booklet or contact inormation

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C O N D I T I O N S O F R E S I D E N C E

Abandoned PropertyYou may not leave property behind anywherein the Court afer you vacate your room I

any property is ound in or about your roomafer you have lef (including property lef

in or around any other part o the Universityeg cycles in Court cycle sheds) then theUniversity may dispose o such property in

the manner it finds appropriate

Access to Your Accommodation

I you report a ault inside your bedroom orflat you give permission or maintenance

staff to enter and rectiy the ault I we needaccess to your accommodation to carry out

routine maintenance or inspections orexample annual electrical equipment testingwersquoll give you at least 48 hours notice o

when this is due to happen In an emergency

or example a fire alert or flood we may enteryour accommodation without giving notice

The University reserves the right to enteryour accommodation i they have reasonablegrounds to suspect that there is a breach o

the Conditions o Residences or the welareo any resident is at risk In exceptional

circumstances the University may conduct asearch o a room

ArrivalArrival instructions will be sent to youvia email Yoursquoll normally be allocated a

room rom the weekend beore your coursestarts Please check your Allocation Letter

to confirm your arrival date Internationalstudents may be admitted up to our daysearlier i they are participating in the

International Orientation

Bicycles

Bicycles may not be brought into Residencebuildings There are lockable bicycle stores

available in each Court o Residence

Business Use

Residents may not operate a business in orrom University accommodation

Cleaning

You are expected to keep your room and

communal areas in a clean tidy and hygieniccondition and equipment is provided or

this Most communal areas are in additioncleaned periodically by cleaning staff Whenyou depart you must leave your room (and

shower room where applicable) clean andtidy and empty o rubbish

Residents o amily flats and Hazel Farm areresponsible or removing waste to externalcollection points

The University reserves the right to charge

residents or excess cleaning i hygiene andcleanliness all below a reasonable standard

in bedrooms andor communal areasThe accommodation is inspected prior todeparture and residents may be charged or

excess cleaning

Council Tax

Full time students living in Universityresidences are exempt rom Council Tax

Residents o amily accommodation are liableto pay Council Tax which is collected by the

University with and in addition to rent The

amount o Council Tax depends on the size othe flat and circumstances o the amily

Damage

Yoursquoll be held responsible or damage in yourroom beyond air wear and tear Rooms are

inspected prior to departure and yoursquoll beinvoiced or the cost o repairing any damageYou are expected to maintain the security o

communal areas by locking outer doors whenyou go in or out Damage in communal areas

is the responsibility o the whole floor orhouse and will be charged accordingly

Residents are responsible to pay or non-

return or loss o keys or returning urnitureto its original position and or deterioration o

urniture fittings or structure o the room orcommunal areas not due to air wear and tear

and any additional cleaning required Roomsflats are inspected at intervals throughout theyear and beore departure Any charges due

will be invoiced

Data Protection

Personal data collected on your

accommodation application will be held onthe University database or administrativepurposes It will be processed in accordance

with the statutory Data Protection Principlesand the Universityrsquos registration under the Data

Protection Acts 1984 amp 1998 The University is

required to disclose your name and campusaddress to Guildord Borough Council toenable the electoral roll to be updated

The Conditions of Residence are the rules and policies of residence

When you apply for accommodation you have to agree to abide by the

Conditions of Residence and these are an important part of your licence

agreement or tenancy (see PoliciesContractual Relationship)

The University reserves the right to introduce such changes to the

Conditions of Residence as may be necessary or desirable

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Departure and Giving Notice to

Leave Early

You are required to vacate your

accommodation and return keys by middayon the end date stated in your Allocation

Letter or tenancy There are no on campusstorage acilities or residentsrsquo belongings butAccommodation Services can supply details

o local storage companies

I you decide to move out o residence beorethe end date o your licence or tenancy you

must give notice to leave by letter email orby using a Withdrawal Form available atAccommodation Services

Residents may give notice to leave theirresidence at the end o the First SemesterNotice must be received in writing no later

than 4 December 2015 and you must vacateyour room by 30 January 2016

I you wish to vacate your room earlier than30 January you can advise Accommodation

Services o your intentions Please note thatyou may be liable or the payment o your

room rent up to 30 January 2016 unless weare able to re-let your room earlier In theevent that we are able to arrange a re-let you

need only pay until the date that the newtenant moves in

I notice is not received on or beore4 December 2015 no rebate o rent will b e

given i you decide to leave beore the enddate specified in your allocation letter

unless we are able to re-let your room Thisapplies even i your move-in date is afer

4 December 2015 I you leave beore the endo your licence or tenancy yoursquoll be requiredto continue paying until your account is

cleared in ull

I you cease to be a student because you

withdraw rom your course or the Universityterminates your course your licence to

occupy University Accommodation andthereore your liability or rent ceases whenyou move out and return the key Please

ensure you notiy Accommodation Servicesin writing o your intended move-out date so

all necessary arrangements can be made

Deposits

Residents are required to pay an advanced

payment o pound250 this will be credited to yourrent invoice afer you move in I you do not

move in the advanced payment will be usedto offset any loss o rent until a replacement

tenant is ound including an admin ee

Drug Misuse

The possession o illegal drugs is a criminaloffence and possession with intent to supplyis a more serious offence It is also an offence

or the University to allow drugs to be used inpremises it owns or manages It is thereore the

policy o the University not to tolerate the useo illegal drugs in student residences Students

ound to be using or in the possession o anyillegal drug including cannabis or who allowillegal drugs to be used in their study bedroom

will receive a substantial fine a final warningand instructions to cease their illegal activities

immediately I the studentrsquos behaviour alsoindicates that they are unsuited to communalliving they may be asked to leave residences

(see Misconduct)

The University will inorm the Police o anystudent suspected o dealing in drugs The

University also reserves the right to provideinormation to the Police about students oundto be using or in possession o illegal drugs

Electoral Registration

Students in residence in the middle o

October will be included on an annual returnmade to Guildord Borough Council which

is used to prepare the Electoral Roll Werecommend that you also register to vote at

your home address in case an election occursduring a vacation

Electrical Appliances

Residents may not install or use any heater

iron kettle ridge reezer washing machinemicrowave or other cooking equipmentin their bedroom Under no circumstances

should electrical outlets or appliances be

interered with or overloaded Multi-socketadapters should be CE or BS kite-marked andhave a use and lsquoonrsquo indicator light Kitchenappliances must have a 3-pin UK used plug

Un-used continental plugs and adaptors arenot permitted The University reserves the right

to remove without warning unsae electricalappliances or non-UK standard appliance leads

that are not CE or BS kite-marked

Furniture

Items should be kept in the room they areprovided You are expected to return all

urniture to its original position when youvacate your accommodation

Guests

You are responsible or the behaviour o your

guests and must accompany them at all times

ensuring that they comply with all relevantparts o these Conditions Guests are not

permitted in your accommodation between11pm and 8am Guest rooms may be booked

via Accommodation Services

Health and Safety

Residents are required to conduct themselves

in a responsible and sae manner at all timesThe instructions and guidance in the lsquoHealth

and Saetyrsquo section o the lsquoResidents Guidersquoorm part o the lsquoConditions o Residencersquo

Inventory

An inventory orm will be emailed to you

and you are advised to record the conditiono the room and urniture when you arriveThe inventory can either be emailed to

Accommodation Services or returned to yourCourt Reception

Keys and LocksA charge o pound20 will be made i you ail to

return your room key or security ob whenyou vacate your room I keys or security obs

are lost or broken a charge o pound20 is made orreplacements An additional charge o pound75 is

made i a lock change is necessary Residentsmay not change locks or add locks or alarmsto their rooms

I you need a replacement key or security ob

you can obtain this on payment o pound20 atAccommodation Services or at Manor ParkReception Out o office hours you should

go to your Court Reception When they areclosed the 24 hour Security Office in Senate

House will assist you usually by letting youinto your room

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Misconduct

Full details o the Universityrsquos disciplinary

procedures may be ound on the Universitywebsite wwwsurreyacukcurrentstudents

Misconduct relating to incidents in or

around the Residences is dealt with throughan escalating system o penalties issued bythe Wardens

An offence may lead to a Warning and

may be accompanied by a fine up to pound200depending on the seriousness o the offence

The Warden has the authority to move astudent to alternative accommodation withimmediate effect pending investigation o an

alleged act o serious misconduct

I through an act o serious misconduct orthrough repeated misconduct a student

demonstrates they are not suited tocommunal living they will be required toleave residence I a penalty is issued there

exists a provision or appeal

Under no circumstances may a student whohas been required to leave residence re-apply

or University accommodation during thatacademic year and they may be excludedrom applying or uture years i deemed

appropriate by a Disciplinary Panel

Noise

There is a level o noise associated with living

within a communal environment and noisecan become an issue when many people live

in close proximity to each other You mustnot make excessive noise at any time o the

day or night In addition there should beminimal noise audible outside the room youare in between 11pm and 8am (quiet hours)

When deciding i noise is excessive the

ollowing points will be considered

raquo Has a complaint(s) been receivedraquo Possible impact on other residents and

members o the Universitylocal community

raquo Level o noise being created and the timeo day

raquo Have previous complaints been made

I in the judgment o a member o UniversityStaff (this will mainly be a member o theWardening Team or Security Department)

the noise is deemed to be excessive andor intrusive then the level o noise will be

required to be reduced imm ediately theitem creating the noise can be confiscatedand urther disciplinary action may be

taken i appropriate

To ensure that the above conditions aremet we recommend that headphones are

used or listening to music and other audiooutput during quiet hours and residentsconsider their use i they wish to listen to

items at high volume

Within any large organisation on occasionthere will be events incidents or works that

may cause disruption to other memberso the organisation Whilst the Universitywill seek to minimise these occurrences

and to inorm residents whenever possiblethere may be times where disruption is

unavoidable

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Room Changes Swaps

You may not change rooms without the

agreement o Accommodation ServicesThose who swap rooms without prior

permission will ace disciplinary action thatcan include a fine and maybe excluded rom

accommodation in uture years Room swapswhere two residents agree to swap roomswith each other are permitted rom late

October Further details will be emailed toresidents or you can contact Accommodation

Services An administration ee o pound50 ischarged per resident or a room swap

In exceptional circumstances with supportrom Centre o Wellbeing or Student Advice

a room change may be permitted For urtherdetails and to collect the appropriate orm

please visit Accommodation Services

In exceptional circumstances and withprior consultation the University reservesthe right to move residents to alternative

accommodation

Security of Rooms and Property

Whenever you leave your room you should

lock your room door and the outside orstaircase door I your room is on the groundfloor you should also latch your window

closed This ensures security or everyoneThe University accepts no liability or any loss

o or damage to your personal belongings

Single Sex flatsfloors

Students occupying rooms in single sex flatsor floors may not have visitors o the opposite

sex afer 10pm on any night o the week

Smoking

Residents or their guests may not smoke

or use an electronic cigarette inside anyUniversity building or in the entrance to or

close to windows or vents o any buildingincluding the Residences This rule includes

a ban on smoking within individual studentbedrooms Failure to comply with thisregulation will result in disciplinary action

being taken

Sub-letting of Rooms

Accommodation is available or the exclusiveuse o the person to whom it is let whilst

they are a ull time registered student o the

University You may not sub-let or allowanyone else to use your room ailure to complywith this regulation will result in disciplinaryaction being taken see the Misconduct section

or more details Overnight guests should bebooked into guest rooms Please note random

spot-checks occur throughout the year to checkthe ID o residents

Summer Vacation Residence

You can apply or residence during the

summer vacation Applications can be madethrough the online store afer the Easter

vacation Further details can be ound on theAccommodation web pages No reduction orent is given or periods spent away rom the

University in vacations Normal Conditions oResidence apply to vacation periods

Television

There are TV rooms in the Residences with

Bellerby residents able to use acilitiesat Manor Park I you own or operate a

television in your room you must have yourown TV licence A TV licence i s also required

i you watch live television on a computer

You are not allowed to attach aerials or

satellite dishes internally or externally to anyresidence buildings

Parking

There is no parking or residents on Stag Hill

campus and at Manor Park

As a condition o having a place in Residencestudents who are resident in all Courts (except

Hazel Farm) may not bring a car or other our-wheeled motor vehicle on to the Universitygrounds and while in residence undertake

not to keep one on the public roads within thelsquoexclusion zonersquo used or deciding eligibility

or parking permits

Students resident at Hazel Farm may parkree o charge in designated spaces at HazelFarm Residents o Hazel Farm are not eligible

or permits to park on Stag Hill campusduring office hours There is a limited number

o spaces or students resident at BellerbyCourt who may apply or a parking permitrom the contractor who is responsible or all

parking matters in the vicinity o the Court

Student residents may park a motorcycle onany University campus i it is registered with

the Security Department and is parked withina marked motorcycle bay

Full details o the University ParkingRegulations can be ound at

surreyacukcurrentstudentscampus

transport

Parties

The Residences and surrounding areas are not

suitable or large parties I you wish to holda party within or outside o your Court or

small groups o riends you must first obtainpermission one week in advance rom your

Warden who may grant permission subjectto rules which include accepting liability or

any charges resulting rom the party Partiesare allowed on Friday or Saturday nightsonly outside o designated exam periods A

ull copy o the partybarbeque regulations isavailable rom the Wardensrsquo website

Pets

You may not keep pets in your residence

Posters

You may not post notices other than

those or RAG publicity or student electioncampaigns in your windows or in any other

part o the Court except on notice boards

Rent

You will receive an email to your University oSurrey email account rom Accommodation

Services containing your rent invoice Theinvoice includes details o how to go onlineand make payment I you donrsquot get this email

within 14 days o moving in please contactAccommodation Services Contact details are at

the back o this handbook

Rents are payable or the whole periodspecified in your Accommodation agreementNo rebate is given i you arrive late or leave

beore the end o the period specified in yourAccommodation agreement

Rent may be paid in ull or the year or in

instalments You are encouraged to use theUniversity on-line payment system to m akepayments

You are responsible or payment by the

dates indicated on the invoice I payment isnot received within 28 days o your taking

up residence your licence to occupy maybe terminated I you are having difficulties

paying your rent you must contact theStudent Finance Team as soon as possibleContact details are at the back o this booklet

Rents are reviewed annually by theUniversity and are confirmed by the

Executive Board Rents normally increase inSeptember and are in orce or the ollowing

academic year

Accommodation Services reserves the rightto withhold University accommodation roma student who it has been established owes

rent to the University or a private landlord

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surreyacuk University of Surrey 33

USEFUL CONTACTS

Accommodation Services

Philip Marchant Building

E accommodationsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682466

Open Mon to Fri 10am to 5pm

facebookcomSurreyResidenceExperience

Security

Ground Floor Senate House

T +44 (0)1483 682002

Emergencies (internal) 3333

Emergencies +44(0)1483 683333

Court Receptions

Stag Hill Reception

Stag Hill Court University Court

Millennium House

E staghillreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 689078

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 7pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Battersea Reception

Battersea Court Surrey CourtE batterseareceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682473

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 11pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Cathedral Reception

Cathedral Court International House

Twyford Court

E cathedralreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682468

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 7pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Manor Park Reception

Manor Park Bellerby Court

E manorparkreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 683500

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 11pm

Sat amp Sun 10am to 2pm (Security presence 247)

Hazel Farm Caretakerrsquos Office

Hazel Farm

E accommodationsurreyacuk

T +44(0)1483 683536

Student Life Mentoring

Student Services Centre

E mentoringsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 68 3510 6694 4824

facebookcomsurreystudent

Twitter surreystudent

Estates and Facilities Helpdesk

(online reporting of maintenance issues)

httparchibussurreyacukstudenthelpdesk

indexcfm

Look for this button on the Accommodation

Services website

Finance

Student Receivables (rent payments)

Student Services Centre

E student-receivablessurreyacuk

IT Services

(Room internet ndash Surrey ResNet)

Contact your Court Reception to arrange for a

ResNet Advisor to visit

E usersupportsurreyacuk

Wardens

Please see contact details posted within your

accommodation or follow the link below to the

Wardensrsquo website

surreyacukcurrentstudents

accommodationwardens

Wardens can also be contacted by the email

addresses below

Battersea Court and Surrey Courtbatterseaampsurreywardensurreyacuk

Cathedral Court and Guildford Court

cathedralampguildfordwardensurreyacuk

International House and Twyford Court

interamptwyfordwardensurreyacuk

Manor Park and Bellerby Court

manorparkwardensurreyacuk

Hazel Farm

hazelfarmwardensurreyacuk

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Accommodation Services

Philip Marchant Building

University of Surrey

Guildord Surrey GU2 7XH UK

T +44 (0)1483 682 466

E accommodationsurreyacuk

wwwfacebookcom

SurreyResidenceExperience

surreyacukaccommodation

Disclaimer

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this

publication at the time of going to press (June 2015) The University undertakes all reasonable

steps to provide the services described in this guide but reserves the right however to introduce

changes to the information given Should industrial action or circumstances beyond the control

of the University interfere with its ability to provide services the University undertakes to use

all reasonable steps to minimise any resultant disruption Please refer to our website for up-

to-date information

June 2015

7335 0515

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surreyacuk

As residential Wardens we live

among you in the Courts o

Residence to support your welare

needs and maintain discipline

All o the Wardens have day jobs

in a variety o departments right

across the University so our wide-

ranging combined experience o theUniversity as a whole means that

we are ofen the first port-o-call

or inormation I we canrsquot provide

exactly what you need we will

certainly know who to put you in

touch with in order to help We hope

you enjoy your time in residences

David Carey Senior Warden

shares his experiences

University of Surrey 11

Finance

The Student Finance Team are responsible or

the collection o your rent They also provideguidance should you experience difficulty in

making payments They are located within theStudent Services Centre and can be contacted

by emailing student-receivablessurreyacuk

IT Services

raquo Manage the broadband (ResNet) servicewithin your accommodation

raquo Provide support or all o the above withResNet Advisors who can be booked via yourCourt Reception

Student Support ServicesStudent Support Services bring togethera range o support services to help youthroughout your time at University

Full details can be ound atsurreyacukcurrentstudents

Our Warden and Mentoring Teams are a key

part o the residential support available

Mentoring

Student Lie Mentors are current studentswho are on hand to support new students

through their first year in accommodationThey visit residences once every c ouple o

weeks to help with everything rom settlingin and finding your way around campus

to dealing with conflict in flats and anywellbeing issues you may ace

Mentors are well inormed about the supportservices available across campus and can

draw on their own experience to act as anapproachable and easily accessible welare

presence throughout the year They alsoorganise social events such as movie nights

quizzes ice-skating trips and sushi makingproviding you with an opportunity to get toknow your flatmates and neighbours better

On the accommodation poster in your

kitchen yoursquoll find details o who yourmentor is and how to contact them Youcan also find out more and request a vis it

by contacting the Student Lie team onsurreyacukmentoring See page 32 o this

guide or urther contact details and socialmedia pages

Wardens

Wardens are members o the University

staff who live permanently in the residenceswith their amilies to help support the

residential community Wardens are here tohelp you get the most out o your studentlie at Surrey Your Warden is a good point

o contact i you need some help or adviceabout any aspect o lie in your Court

Wardens are also here to ensure all residentsmaintain reasonable behaviour

For non-urgent issues you can arrange tomeet your Warden by emailing the Wardensrsquo

court address (see page 32 or your courtrsquosemail address) For any urgent matters

please contact Security They will contact amember o the Wardening team immediatelyFurther details can be ound online at

surreyacukwardens

Other Support Services

Student Services Centre

Student Information Desk

01483 68 68 68

surreyacukask

The Centre located in Hall Complex opposite

Senate House is your first stop shop orinormation advice and guidance on thematters below

raquo Student Registry

General administration and support

raquo Student Money

Scholarshipsbursaries unding problemsdelays budgeting discretionary hardship unds

raquo International Student Support

Support amp visa issues

raquo Finance Receivables

Problems with paying or eesaccommodation

Centre for Wellbeing

Located in University Court which provides

inormation and advice on all issues affectingyour health amp wellbeing

The Guildowns University Medical Practice

Located in University Court which provides

medical consultations and advice When youarrive arrangements will be made or you to

register with a doctor

The Chaplaincy ServiceLocated in Surrey Court

Housing Associations

Bellerby Court Millennium House and

International House are cleaned andmaintained by the Housing Associations who

manage these buildings I you require urtherdetails please contact Accommodation Services

Given the high placement in the

league tables and excellent travel

links to London the University o

Surrey halls o residence really is

value or money With all the billsincluded it really is a huge worry

off your mind allowing you toenjoy the ull university experience

Lauren Whatley

BSc Accounting and Finance

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AndashZ INFORMATION

Broadband (ResNet)

ResNet is ree and it rsquos your connection to theInternet 24 hours a day To connect go to

httpactivatesurreyacuk

With your login (your University number)

and password (your date o birth in theormat ddmmyyyy) via any laptop or PC

with web access

All bedrooms have ree broadband accessThe service is subject to an AcceptableUse Policy which can be viewed at

surreyacukresnet I you have any problemswith this service please contact your Court

Reception

CCTV

CCTV is installed in some areas o theResidences or your security and saety This is

careully managed by the University SecurityDepartment to ensure the privacy o residents

Childcare

The University provides the Campus Kids Day

Nursery a proessionally-run acility locatedon the Manor Park Campus

For more inormation see

kidsunlimitedcouknurseriescampus-kids-guildford

Energy Efficiency

The University has an Energy ManagementPolicy Residents are urged to be responsible

in their consumption o energy and water byswitching off lights and electrical appliancesand by turning off taps and showers afer use

Heating

In most buildings controls or hot waterand heating are automatic I your room is

too warm please turn your radiator downusing the control valve Please note on manyradiators this requires the use o a coin to

turn the valve towards the thick blue line Iyour room remains too hot or too cold please

report online to the Estates and FacilitiesHelpdesk (details in the Useul Contacts

section at the back o this booklet)

In order to conserve energy and reduce

carbon emissions it is University Policy tomaintain a normal maximum temperature

or any residence at 21 degrees Celsius duringthe day and evening In most bui ldingsheating is switched off during the night rom

approximately 2am ndash 630am Central heatingis normally operated rom 1 October to 1 May

when the external daytime temperature isbelow 18 degrees Celsius

Insurance

The University accepts no liability or any loss

o or damage to your personal belongingsYour belongings will be covered by a block

insurance policy provided by EndsleighInsurance This provides limited cover or

loss or damage to your belongings i you havetaken reasonable steps to keep them secureYou are advised to check the policy at

wwwendsleighcouk to ensure that thecover provided is adequate or your needs

Kitchen Equipment

A ridge reezer (or ridge-reezer) electric

kettle cooker microwave toaster and ironare provided in each kitchen but you must

provide your own cooking utensils crockeryand cutlery Please note the regulations or

any personal cooking equipment (see page18 Electrical Saety)

All cooking appliances (cookers hobsmicrowave ovens toasters and kettles) are

electric Cookers and hobs have rotary knobsor the radiant rings grill and oven Please

ensure that you switch off when you havefinished using the cooker or hob When youclean the cooker or hob always ensure you

turn off the electrical supply by using thenearby red switch

Laundry Facilities

Sel-service laundrettes or residents areprovided at

raquo Stag Hill campus on the ground floor oAA building

raquo Hazel Farm Hamilton Driveraquo Hazel Farm Hamilton Placeraquo Bellerby Court in Wealden House

(externally provided)raquo Manor Park near Reception and at

71ndash77 Ronald Ross Road

A wash costs pound220 to pound280 and to dry anaverage load costs approximately pound120 Allmachines are operated by a ldquotop up cardrdquo

system Cards are available rom machineslocated at the laundrettes and the reception

at Manor Park) For more inormation pleasevisit circuitgroupcom

All laundrettes are operated by CircuitLaunderette Services In the event o

breakdown or aults these can be reporteddirect to Circuit on 0800 092 4068

Instructions or use o the laundrette aredisplayed at each location

Linen and Bedding

Bedding (duvet and pillows) bed linen and

towels are not provided You can either

raquo Bring with you a duvet duvet coverpillows pillowcases and sheets to fit a

single bed approximately 190cm x 90cmor all single rooms

raquo Purchase a bedding pack rom the University

prior to your arrival which includes all theitems listed above and will be delivered to

your room ready or your arrival Packs canbe purchased at httpstoresurreyacuk

Litter Clearance

The paths steps and grounds around theresidences are routinely swept and litterremoved Residents are expected to behave

responsibly and avoid dropping litterCigarette butts should be disposed o in thecigarette bins Rubbish rom your room must

only be disposed o in the recycling bins nearyour court I you are unsure as to where these

are please ask at your Court Reception

Locks and Keys

On arrival you will be given a key to the dooro your floor or flat and or your bedroom

For your security and s aety always lock thedoor o your bedroom when you go out Youshould also be sure to lock your floorflat

ront door to keep your home secure Yourkey must never be given out to anyone

I you lock yoursel out or lose your keys please

report to your Court Reception or Security ithey are closed Please note there is cost opound20 or lost or broken keys and key obs

Bus Passes

Bus passes are issued ree o charge tostudents living at Hazel GFarm a charge opound20 will be made or lost or damaged Bus

passes

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Mail and Parcels

Incoming mail on Stag Hill is security

scanned and then delivered to the Courtreception during the morning Monday to

Friday and is available or collection byresidents in the afernoon

All mail is delivered to Manor Park or ManorPark and Bellerby Court residents Monday to

Friday Emails will be sent to residents whenpost is ready or collection At Hazel Farm

mail is delivered direct to the houses by RoyalMail No mail is delivered to the University

on Saturday Sunday public holidays andUniversity closure days I we receive a parcelor letter requiring a signature then yoursquoll

receive an email to your University accountadvising you to come to the reception with

your Student ID Card to collect the item Allmail is delivered to Manor Park or ManorPark and Bellerby Court residents Monday to

Friday Emails will be sent to residents whenpost is ready or collection

Afer students have lef University

accommodation any uncollected mail willbe returned to sender I you have activelyused your University address or post then we

recommend you set up a redirect to your newaddress online by ollowing the link below

royalmailcomcustomer-servicepersonal-

customersmoving-home-going-awayset-

redirection

Envelopes containing valuables may be liable

to being stolen rom post racks I you intendto have such items delivered we stronglyadvise that you arrange or them to be sent

by Recorded Delivery

Large parcels and other bulky items are

normally delivered to the University CentralDistribution Office opposite International

House Yoursquoll be advised when such an itemarrives and should collect it rom the CentralDistribution Office

All mail should be addressed to residents

using their ull name as per University

records We would also recommend the use o

your student number to ensure mail reachesyou in a timely ashion

raquo Stag Hill campus residentsrsquo mail should beaddressed with the name o your Court flat

and room number ollowed by University oSurrey Guildord and the ollowing postcode

Battersea Court GU2 7JQCathedral Court GU2 7JHGuildord Court GU2 7JL

International GU2 7JLMillennium GU2 7JN

Stag Hill Court GU2 7JGSurrey Court GU2 7JW

Twyord Court GU2 7JP

University Court GU2 7JN

raquo Manor Park residentsrsquo mail should beaddressed to your ull name flat room

number and road name Manor Park StudentVillage Guildord GU2 7YW

raquo Hazel Farm residentsrsquo mail should beaddressed with the house and room number

road name Worplesdon Guildord and theollowing postcodes

Hamilton Drive GU2 9PLHamilton Place GU2 9GXHamilton Close GU2 9GU

Oregano Way GU2 9YT

raquo Bellerby Court residentsrsquo mail should beaddressed with the flat and room Number

Name o House Rosalind Franklin CloseGuildord GU2 7XR

Personal Belongings

Residents are reminded that other peoplersquos

belongings (including ood and kitchenutensils) must only be used or borrowed with

prior permission

Refuse Collection and Recycling

In most residences except those detailedbelow reuse is removed rom kitchens dailyMonday to Friday At weekends residents

may deposit reuse in the recycling binsprovided at each Court

I you live in amily flats or Hazel Farm youare responsible or removing your reuse

to the collection points Recycling bins orpaper cardboard glass and tins are provided

at central points outside residence buildings

Religious Texts

In a number o our rooms yoursquoll finda gif o a bible given by the Gideons

International I you do not have a copy andwould like one please contact the Chaplainson chaplaincysurreyacuk Alternatively

i you would like to return your copy pleasehand it in at your Court Reception

I you wish to disc uss any religious matters

urther or are interested in reading otherreligious texts please contact the ChaplainsFurther details can be ound at

surreyacukchaplaincy

Repairs

Faults must be reported via the online EampFMhelp desk surreyacukreportrepair

Out o hours emergency repairs must be

notified to Security Contact details can beound at the back o this booklet

I you report a ault in your accommodationyou give permission or Maintenance Staff to

enter to rectiy the ault

We endeavour to carry out plannedinspections and maintenance o buildings so

as to minimise inconvenience to residentsWe will normally give notice o any planned

work approximately a week beore it iscarried out In an emergency or examplea fire or flood we may need to enter your

accommodation without giving notice

Maintenance staff prioritise work and aim tocomplete jobs in a timely manner

Please note that reunds o rent ormaintenance ailures are only made in

exceptional circumstances when the ault hasnot been rectified in a timely ashion and

not where the ault or delay is beyond theUniversityrsquos control or example a power cutor difficulty in obtaining spare parts

SnowIce Clearance

When winter weather conditions requirethe paths and steps round the residences

will be gritted and where necessary snowand ice cleared i possible by 10am The

University Estates and Facilities ManagementDepartment are responsible or dealing withsnow and ice clearance

I there is significant snowall announcements

will be made on the Universityrsquos website toinorm you o any special arrangements at

surreyacukalert

Typical fault Target response time for first inspection

Health and Safety related repairs eg gas leaks

dangerous electrical faults lift entrapment 1 hour

Urgent repairs eg water leaks failure of heating

water or electrical systems lock failure 3 hours

Routine repairs eg faulty showers or toilets

sticking doors flickering lights 3 days

Routine repairs eg faulty windows or glazing

dripping taps 7 days

Non urgent repairs eg decoration

minor paving issues furniture repairs 20 days

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SECURITY HEALTH

A N D S A F E T Y

You are required to conduct yourself responsibly

and in a safe manner that is compatible with

the health safety and wellbeing of your fellow

residents and the buildings in which you live

It is an offence in law to interere with or misuse anything

provided in the interests o health and saety including fire

detection systems fire alarms and fire-fighting equipment TheUniversity will take disciplinary action against any resident

ound to be endangering the welare o other residents ormembers o the University Community

A copy o the University Health and Saety Policy can be

viewed at surreyacukhsd

Emergencies

In case o an emergency please contact Security on extension3333 or +44 (0)1483 683333 rom mobile phones

On Stag Hill campusManor Park in an emergency (medicalfire assault etc) always contact Security They will then come

directly to the incident and wi ll also contact the EmergencyServices or you

At Hazel Farm and Bellerby Court please call 999 or theAmbulance Service Fire Brigade or Police As soon as possible

aferwards contact University Security to inorm them that theEmergency Services have been called

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Electrical Safety

All electrical supplies in the Residences

operate at 230 volts and i used incorrectly cangive atal electric shocks Faulty or damaged

electrical equipment can also cause fires

The electrical equipment provided by theUniversity is routinely checked to ensure itis sae I you bring electrical equipment into

the residences it must be in good conditionand be fitted with a UK 3-pin plug with a

use Continental two or three -pin plugs andadaptors should not be used The University

reserves the right to remove withoutwarning electrical appliances it deems to beunsae or appliance leads that are not CE or

BS kite-marked

For your own saety and that o your ellowresidents you must stop using equipment

immediately i you notice the ollowingdanger signs

raquo Plugs or wall sockets which are overheatingor are scorched or cracked

raquo Cables or wires which are loose exposed orraying

raquo A burning smell when appliances are

switched onraquo Fuses which blow requently

I you are concerned about any o the electrical

installations or appliances in your Residenceplease speak to your Court Reception

Fire Safety

I you find a fire sound the alarmimmediately by hitting the nearest alarm callpoint ndash they are usually near the entrance

to your flatfloor When you hear a loudelectronic siren anywhere in the University

this means a fire evacuation and you and anyguests must leave the building immediatelyand go to your designated assembly point or

Court Reception i directed to do so You mustonly return to the building when a Fire Officer

or Security Officer instructs you to do so

The fire-fighting apparatus is supplied oruse only in an emergency I you do have to

use this equipment please report this to yourCourt Reception as soon as possible so it canbe replaced Tampering with any fire saety

equipment eg fire alarms unnecessarilydischarging fire extinguishers propping

open fire doors or covering sm oke detectorsis a serious offence Any resident oundmisusing saety equipment will be fined

may be required to leave the residence andcould be reported to the Police or Criminal

Investigation

Fire evacuation practices are arranged duringthe First Semester You are required to co-

operate with the instructions o Universitystaff during practice evacuations I you havea disability the University Fire Saety Officer

will advise you about sae evacuation in theevent o a fire Please note that fire escapes

exits should only be used in emergencies

Nearly all the fires in student housing start

in the kitchen and most i nvolve cookingas a result residents must never leave their

cooking unattended They should takereasonable steps to prevent a fire eg never

filling a pan more than one-third ull o oilkeeping grill pans clean not putting teatowels on a hob directly afer use and b eing

especially cautious i they are under theinfluence o alcohol or any other medication

Gas Safety

I you smell gas you should report this to

University Security by dialling extension3333 rom any University phone or+44 (0)1483 683333 rom mobile phones

Gas appliances in the Residences areserviced and saety checked annually bylsquoGas Saersquo qualified contractors Landlords

Gas Saety Certificates are displayed inrelevant buildings and are also available

to view by prior arrangement at theAccommodation Office

General Health and Safety

raquo I you have an accident or a lsquonear missrsquoaccident or you spot a saety hazard you should

report this to your Court Reception or toAccommodation Services or University 24 HourSecurity Office All accidents must be ormally

reported on a University Incident Report Formraquo Bicycles additional urniture or other large

items may not be brought into Residence

buildings they must not be stored externallywhere they obstruct access to doors or stairs

raquo You must not obstruct doors corridors stairsor communal areas

raquo You may not burn candles joss sticks or usenaked flames or lsquohookahrsquo pipes in Res idences

The use o candles or other naked flames inUniversity accommodation is prohibited

raquo Residents are not allowed to bring into the

Courts any substance or equipment whichmight be hazardous to health or saety eg

petrol solvents Nitric Oxide Synthase (NOS)laboratory equipment etc

raquo You may not bring weapons or replicaweapons into the Courts including guns airguns swords knives etc

raquo Residents who have children are responsibleor their saety whilst in University buildings

English Law does not speciy a particular ageat which a child can be lef unsupervisedHowever parents may be prosecuted i they

leave a child alone lsquoin a manner which islikely to cause unnecessary suffering or

injury to healthrsquo (Children and Young PersonsAct 1933) University residences should

be regarded as high risk areas or youngchildren Babies and toddlers should never belef alone in any circumstances

raquo University staff have the right to carry outtheir duties without ear o intimidation

and abuse Such behaviour directed at s taffis a very serious offence and will lead todisciplinary action

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P O L I C I E S

Policy for Accommodating

Students with Disabilities

There are study bedrooms designed orstudents with disabilities and other specialneeds within most o the Courts o Residence

These include rooms or wheelchair usersdea students and or students whose

disability requires additional space orspecial equipment

The University recognises that in exceptional

cases students who are severely disabledor suffer rom mental health disabilityor severe medical impairment could not

attend University unless they are offeredUniversity accommodation Accommodation

Services will consider applicantsrecommended by Centre o Wellbeing or theDisability Coordinator in accordance with

University policies and subject to suitableaccommodation being available

Students with significant special needs areadvised to visit our campus prior to arrival to

discuss their requirements and view the typeo acilities available

The existence or pre-existence o d isordersthat are well controlled and have responded

to medical treatment even though there isa continuation o medical treatment does

not necessarily constitute grounds orUniversity accommodation Examples oconditions not normally considered are

ndash urinary tract inections irritable bowelsyndrome asthma dyslexia eczema well-

managed diabetes or epilepsy

Allocation Policy

The lsquoAccommodation Allocation Policyrsquois reviewed annually by the University

in conjunction with the Studentsrsquo UnionChanges o the policy are recommended tothe Commercial Affairs Committee which

normally decides the policy in November

The current policy can be viewed atsurreyacukaccommodation

Application Procedure

New students are invited to apply or

accommodation rom March each yearUndergraduate students have placesconfirmed during August and September

Postgraduate students have places confirmedafer the University receives an agreed

proportion o your course ees usually duringAugust and September

The majority o applications are made usingan on-line system and confirmations o

allocation are emailed to you

Eligible continuing students are able toapply or accommodation online during

late Novemberearly December Detailscan be ound online at surreyacuk

accommodation Applicants will be inormedi they have been successul in the firstinstance by the end o February

Complaints

I you have a complaint you should firsttry to resolve it inormally Please see the

ront o this Guide or details o which areato contact I you are unsure please contactAccommodation Services

I you are not satisfied with the outcome

you may make a written complaint toAccommodation Services A response will

normally be given in five working days

I you are unhappy about the way that your

complaint has been dealt with then you mayrequest to have the complaint reviewed Details

can be given via Accommodation Services

Contractual Relationship

Students living in University-ownedaccommodation are licensees Your licence is

granted because o your intention to ollow acourse o study at the University I you cease toollow a course o study at the University you

will be required to leave residence

Your contractual agreement is or a fixed periodand i you decide to leave your residence beore

the end o that fixed period you will still berequired to pay rent or the ull duration

When you apply or accommodation youhave to agree to abide by the lsquoConditions

o Residencersquo set out b elow These are animportant part o your licence agreement

or tenancy

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PAYING FOR YOUR ROOM

When do I need to pay for my room

We will send you an invoice by email to your University EmailAccount within14 days o arrival and this will show your ldquoPay

byrdquo date

What should I do if I do not receive an invoice

Wait or 14 days afer you have arrived and re-check yourUniversity Email Account I the invoice has still not beenemailed to you contact the Accommodation Services their

contact details are at the back o this booklet

How do I pay my Residence Fees

When you receive your invoice read both pages o the invoicecareully as these will have all the inormation you need to pay

Method 1

Pay in ull by the ldquoPay byrdquo date shown on page 1 o yourinvoice by card on our website surreyacukaccommodation

payment

Method 2

I you are staying or more than 16 weeks you wi ll be offeredthe chance to pay in instalments See page two o your invoice

or details

Contact Accommodation Services i you have not received

your invoice within 14 days o arrival or have a queryregarding the rent you have been charged I you have

concerns about your ability to pay please contact the Student

Finance Team in the Student Services Centre

See back o booklet or contact inormation

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C O N D I T I O N S O F R E S I D E N C E

Abandoned PropertyYou may not leave property behind anywherein the Court afer you vacate your room I

any property is ound in or about your roomafer you have lef (including property lef

in or around any other part o the Universityeg cycles in Court cycle sheds) then theUniversity may dispose o such property in

the manner it finds appropriate

Access to Your Accommodation

I you report a ault inside your bedroom orflat you give permission or maintenance

staff to enter and rectiy the ault I we needaccess to your accommodation to carry out

routine maintenance or inspections orexample annual electrical equipment testingwersquoll give you at least 48 hours notice o

when this is due to happen In an emergency

or example a fire alert or flood we may enteryour accommodation without giving notice

The University reserves the right to enteryour accommodation i they have reasonablegrounds to suspect that there is a breach o

the Conditions o Residences or the welareo any resident is at risk In exceptional

circumstances the University may conduct asearch o a room

ArrivalArrival instructions will be sent to youvia email Yoursquoll normally be allocated a

room rom the weekend beore your coursestarts Please check your Allocation Letter

to confirm your arrival date Internationalstudents may be admitted up to our daysearlier i they are participating in the

International Orientation

Bicycles

Bicycles may not be brought into Residencebuildings There are lockable bicycle stores

available in each Court o Residence

Business Use

Residents may not operate a business in orrom University accommodation

Cleaning

You are expected to keep your room and

communal areas in a clean tidy and hygieniccondition and equipment is provided or

this Most communal areas are in additioncleaned periodically by cleaning staff Whenyou depart you must leave your room (and

shower room where applicable) clean andtidy and empty o rubbish

Residents o amily flats and Hazel Farm areresponsible or removing waste to externalcollection points

The University reserves the right to charge

residents or excess cleaning i hygiene andcleanliness all below a reasonable standard

in bedrooms andor communal areasThe accommodation is inspected prior todeparture and residents may be charged or

excess cleaning

Council Tax

Full time students living in Universityresidences are exempt rom Council Tax

Residents o amily accommodation are liableto pay Council Tax which is collected by the

University with and in addition to rent The

amount o Council Tax depends on the size othe flat and circumstances o the amily

Damage

Yoursquoll be held responsible or damage in yourroom beyond air wear and tear Rooms are

inspected prior to departure and yoursquoll beinvoiced or the cost o repairing any damageYou are expected to maintain the security o

communal areas by locking outer doors whenyou go in or out Damage in communal areas

is the responsibility o the whole floor orhouse and will be charged accordingly

Residents are responsible to pay or non-

return or loss o keys or returning urnitureto its original position and or deterioration o

urniture fittings or structure o the room orcommunal areas not due to air wear and tear

and any additional cleaning required Roomsflats are inspected at intervals throughout theyear and beore departure Any charges due

will be invoiced

Data Protection

Personal data collected on your

accommodation application will be held onthe University database or administrativepurposes It will be processed in accordance

with the statutory Data Protection Principlesand the Universityrsquos registration under the Data

Protection Acts 1984 amp 1998 The University is

required to disclose your name and campusaddress to Guildord Borough Council toenable the electoral roll to be updated

The Conditions of Residence are the rules and policies of residence

When you apply for accommodation you have to agree to abide by the

Conditions of Residence and these are an important part of your licence

agreement or tenancy (see PoliciesContractual Relationship)

The University reserves the right to introduce such changes to the

Conditions of Residence as may be necessary or desirable

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Departure and Giving Notice to

Leave Early

You are required to vacate your

accommodation and return keys by middayon the end date stated in your Allocation

Letter or tenancy There are no on campusstorage acilities or residentsrsquo belongings butAccommodation Services can supply details

o local storage companies

I you decide to move out o residence beorethe end date o your licence or tenancy you

must give notice to leave by letter email orby using a Withdrawal Form available atAccommodation Services

Residents may give notice to leave theirresidence at the end o the First SemesterNotice must be received in writing no later

than 4 December 2015 and you must vacateyour room by 30 January 2016

I you wish to vacate your room earlier than30 January you can advise Accommodation

Services o your intentions Please note thatyou may be liable or the payment o your

room rent up to 30 January 2016 unless weare able to re-let your room earlier In theevent that we are able to arrange a re-let you

need only pay until the date that the newtenant moves in

I notice is not received on or beore4 December 2015 no rebate o rent will b e

given i you decide to leave beore the enddate specified in your allocation letter

unless we are able to re-let your room Thisapplies even i your move-in date is afer

4 December 2015 I you leave beore the endo your licence or tenancy yoursquoll be requiredto continue paying until your account is

cleared in ull

I you cease to be a student because you

withdraw rom your course or the Universityterminates your course your licence to

occupy University Accommodation andthereore your liability or rent ceases whenyou move out and return the key Please

ensure you notiy Accommodation Servicesin writing o your intended move-out date so

all necessary arrangements can be made

Deposits

Residents are required to pay an advanced

payment o pound250 this will be credited to yourrent invoice afer you move in I you do not

move in the advanced payment will be usedto offset any loss o rent until a replacement

tenant is ound including an admin ee

Drug Misuse

The possession o illegal drugs is a criminaloffence and possession with intent to supplyis a more serious offence It is also an offence

or the University to allow drugs to be used inpremises it owns or manages It is thereore the

policy o the University not to tolerate the useo illegal drugs in student residences Students

ound to be using or in the possession o anyillegal drug including cannabis or who allowillegal drugs to be used in their study bedroom

will receive a substantial fine a final warningand instructions to cease their illegal activities

immediately I the studentrsquos behaviour alsoindicates that they are unsuited to communalliving they may be asked to leave residences

(see Misconduct)

The University will inorm the Police o anystudent suspected o dealing in drugs The

University also reserves the right to provideinormation to the Police about students oundto be using or in possession o illegal drugs

Electoral Registration

Students in residence in the middle o

October will be included on an annual returnmade to Guildord Borough Council which

is used to prepare the Electoral Roll Werecommend that you also register to vote at

your home address in case an election occursduring a vacation

Electrical Appliances

Residents may not install or use any heater

iron kettle ridge reezer washing machinemicrowave or other cooking equipmentin their bedroom Under no circumstances

should electrical outlets or appliances be

interered with or overloaded Multi-socketadapters should be CE or BS kite-marked andhave a use and lsquoonrsquo indicator light Kitchenappliances must have a 3-pin UK used plug

Un-used continental plugs and adaptors arenot permitted The University reserves the right

to remove without warning unsae electricalappliances or non-UK standard appliance leads

that are not CE or BS kite-marked

Furniture

Items should be kept in the room they areprovided You are expected to return all

urniture to its original position when youvacate your accommodation

Guests

You are responsible or the behaviour o your

guests and must accompany them at all times

ensuring that they comply with all relevantparts o these Conditions Guests are not

permitted in your accommodation between11pm and 8am Guest rooms may be booked

via Accommodation Services

Health and Safety

Residents are required to conduct themselves

in a responsible and sae manner at all timesThe instructions and guidance in the lsquoHealth

and Saetyrsquo section o the lsquoResidents Guidersquoorm part o the lsquoConditions o Residencersquo

Inventory

An inventory orm will be emailed to you

and you are advised to record the conditiono the room and urniture when you arriveThe inventory can either be emailed to

Accommodation Services or returned to yourCourt Reception

Keys and LocksA charge o pound20 will be made i you ail to

return your room key or security ob whenyou vacate your room I keys or security obs

are lost or broken a charge o pound20 is made orreplacements An additional charge o pound75 is

made i a lock change is necessary Residentsmay not change locks or add locks or alarmsto their rooms

I you need a replacement key or security ob

you can obtain this on payment o pound20 atAccommodation Services or at Manor ParkReception Out o office hours you should

go to your Court Reception When they areclosed the 24 hour Security Office in Senate

House will assist you usually by letting youinto your room

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Misconduct

Full details o the Universityrsquos disciplinary

procedures may be ound on the Universitywebsite wwwsurreyacukcurrentstudents

Misconduct relating to incidents in or

around the Residences is dealt with throughan escalating system o penalties issued bythe Wardens

An offence may lead to a Warning and

may be accompanied by a fine up to pound200depending on the seriousness o the offence

The Warden has the authority to move astudent to alternative accommodation withimmediate effect pending investigation o an

alleged act o serious misconduct

I through an act o serious misconduct orthrough repeated misconduct a student

demonstrates they are not suited tocommunal living they will be required toleave residence I a penalty is issued there

exists a provision or appeal

Under no circumstances may a student whohas been required to leave residence re-apply

or University accommodation during thatacademic year and they may be excludedrom applying or uture years i deemed

appropriate by a Disciplinary Panel

Noise

There is a level o noise associated with living

within a communal environment and noisecan become an issue when many people live

in close proximity to each other You mustnot make excessive noise at any time o the

day or night In addition there should beminimal noise audible outside the room youare in between 11pm and 8am (quiet hours)

When deciding i noise is excessive the

ollowing points will be considered

raquo Has a complaint(s) been receivedraquo Possible impact on other residents and

members o the Universitylocal community

raquo Level o noise being created and the timeo day

raquo Have previous complaints been made

I in the judgment o a member o UniversityStaff (this will mainly be a member o theWardening Team or Security Department)

the noise is deemed to be excessive andor intrusive then the level o noise will be

required to be reduced imm ediately theitem creating the noise can be confiscatedand urther disciplinary action may be

taken i appropriate

To ensure that the above conditions aremet we recommend that headphones are

used or listening to music and other audiooutput during quiet hours and residentsconsider their use i they wish to listen to

items at high volume

Within any large organisation on occasionthere will be events incidents or works that

may cause disruption to other memberso the organisation Whilst the Universitywill seek to minimise these occurrences

and to inorm residents whenever possiblethere may be times where disruption is

unavoidable

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Room Changes Swaps

You may not change rooms without the

agreement o Accommodation ServicesThose who swap rooms without prior

permission will ace disciplinary action thatcan include a fine and maybe excluded rom

accommodation in uture years Room swapswhere two residents agree to swap roomswith each other are permitted rom late

October Further details will be emailed toresidents or you can contact Accommodation

Services An administration ee o pound50 ischarged per resident or a room swap

In exceptional circumstances with supportrom Centre o Wellbeing or Student Advice

a room change may be permitted For urtherdetails and to collect the appropriate orm

please visit Accommodation Services

In exceptional circumstances and withprior consultation the University reservesthe right to move residents to alternative

accommodation

Security of Rooms and Property

Whenever you leave your room you should

lock your room door and the outside orstaircase door I your room is on the groundfloor you should also latch your window

closed This ensures security or everyoneThe University accepts no liability or any loss

o or damage to your personal belongings

Single Sex flatsfloors

Students occupying rooms in single sex flatsor floors may not have visitors o the opposite

sex afer 10pm on any night o the week

Smoking

Residents or their guests may not smoke

or use an electronic cigarette inside anyUniversity building or in the entrance to or

close to windows or vents o any buildingincluding the Residences This rule includes

a ban on smoking within individual studentbedrooms Failure to comply with thisregulation will result in disciplinary action

being taken

Sub-letting of Rooms

Accommodation is available or the exclusiveuse o the person to whom it is let whilst

they are a ull time registered student o the

University You may not sub-let or allowanyone else to use your room ailure to complywith this regulation will result in disciplinaryaction being taken see the Misconduct section

or more details Overnight guests should bebooked into guest rooms Please note random

spot-checks occur throughout the year to checkthe ID o residents

Summer Vacation Residence

You can apply or residence during the

summer vacation Applications can be madethrough the online store afer the Easter

vacation Further details can be ound on theAccommodation web pages No reduction orent is given or periods spent away rom the

University in vacations Normal Conditions oResidence apply to vacation periods

Television

There are TV rooms in the Residences with

Bellerby residents able to use acilitiesat Manor Park I you own or operate a

television in your room you must have yourown TV licence A TV licence i s also required

i you watch live television on a computer

You are not allowed to attach aerials or

satellite dishes internally or externally to anyresidence buildings

Parking

There is no parking or residents on Stag Hill

campus and at Manor Park

As a condition o having a place in Residencestudents who are resident in all Courts (except

Hazel Farm) may not bring a car or other our-wheeled motor vehicle on to the Universitygrounds and while in residence undertake

not to keep one on the public roads within thelsquoexclusion zonersquo used or deciding eligibility

or parking permits

Students resident at Hazel Farm may parkree o charge in designated spaces at HazelFarm Residents o Hazel Farm are not eligible

or permits to park on Stag Hill campusduring office hours There is a limited number

o spaces or students resident at BellerbyCourt who may apply or a parking permitrom the contractor who is responsible or all

parking matters in the vicinity o the Court

Student residents may park a motorcycle onany University campus i it is registered with

the Security Department and is parked withina marked motorcycle bay

Full details o the University ParkingRegulations can be ound at

surreyacukcurrentstudentscampus

transport

Parties

The Residences and surrounding areas are not

suitable or large parties I you wish to holda party within or outside o your Court or

small groups o riends you must first obtainpermission one week in advance rom your

Warden who may grant permission subjectto rules which include accepting liability or

any charges resulting rom the party Partiesare allowed on Friday or Saturday nightsonly outside o designated exam periods A

ull copy o the partybarbeque regulations isavailable rom the Wardensrsquo website

Pets

You may not keep pets in your residence

Posters

You may not post notices other than

those or RAG publicity or student electioncampaigns in your windows or in any other

part o the Court except on notice boards

Rent

You will receive an email to your University oSurrey email account rom Accommodation

Services containing your rent invoice Theinvoice includes details o how to go onlineand make payment I you donrsquot get this email

within 14 days o moving in please contactAccommodation Services Contact details are at

the back o this handbook

Rents are payable or the whole periodspecified in your Accommodation agreementNo rebate is given i you arrive late or leave

beore the end o the period specified in yourAccommodation agreement

Rent may be paid in ull or the year or in

instalments You are encouraged to use theUniversity on-line payment system to m akepayments

You are responsible or payment by the

dates indicated on the invoice I payment isnot received within 28 days o your taking

up residence your licence to occupy maybe terminated I you are having difficulties

paying your rent you must contact theStudent Finance Team as soon as possibleContact details are at the back o this booklet

Rents are reviewed annually by theUniversity and are confirmed by the

Executive Board Rents normally increase inSeptember and are in orce or the ollowing

academic year

Accommodation Services reserves the rightto withhold University accommodation roma student who it has been established owes

rent to the University or a private landlord

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USEFUL CONTACTS

Accommodation Services

Philip Marchant Building

E accommodationsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682466

Open Mon to Fri 10am to 5pm

facebookcomSurreyResidenceExperience

Security

Ground Floor Senate House

T +44 (0)1483 682002

Emergencies (internal) 3333

Emergencies +44(0)1483 683333

Court Receptions

Stag Hill Reception

Stag Hill Court University Court

Millennium House

E staghillreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 689078

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 7pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Battersea Reception

Battersea Court Surrey CourtE batterseareceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682473

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 11pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Cathedral Reception

Cathedral Court International House

Twyford Court

E cathedralreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682468

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 7pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Manor Park Reception

Manor Park Bellerby Court

E manorparkreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 683500

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 11pm

Sat amp Sun 10am to 2pm (Security presence 247)

Hazel Farm Caretakerrsquos Office

Hazel Farm

E accommodationsurreyacuk

T +44(0)1483 683536

Student Life Mentoring

Student Services Centre

E mentoringsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 68 3510 6694 4824

facebookcomsurreystudent

Twitter surreystudent

Estates and Facilities Helpdesk

(online reporting of maintenance issues)

httparchibussurreyacukstudenthelpdesk

indexcfm

Look for this button on the Accommodation

Services website

Finance

Student Receivables (rent payments)

Student Services Centre

E student-receivablessurreyacuk

IT Services

(Room internet ndash Surrey ResNet)

Contact your Court Reception to arrange for a

ResNet Advisor to visit

E usersupportsurreyacuk

Wardens

Please see contact details posted within your

accommodation or follow the link below to the

Wardensrsquo website

surreyacukcurrentstudents

accommodationwardens

Wardens can also be contacted by the email

addresses below

Battersea Court and Surrey Courtbatterseaampsurreywardensurreyacuk

Cathedral Court and Guildford Court

cathedralampguildfordwardensurreyacuk

International House and Twyford Court

interamptwyfordwardensurreyacuk

Manor Park and Bellerby Court

manorparkwardensurreyacuk

Hazel Farm

hazelfarmwardensurreyacuk

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Accommodation Services

Philip Marchant Building

University of Surrey

Guildord Surrey GU2 7XH UK

T +44 (0)1483 682 466

E accommodationsurreyacuk

wwwfacebookcom

SurreyResidenceExperience

surreyacukaccommodation

Disclaimer

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this

publication at the time of going to press (June 2015) The University undertakes all reasonable

steps to provide the services described in this guide but reserves the right however to introduce

changes to the information given Should industrial action or circumstances beyond the control

of the University interfere with its ability to provide services the University undertakes to use

all reasonable steps to minimise any resultant disruption Please refer to our website for up-

to-date information

June 2015

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AndashZ INFORMATION

Broadband (ResNet)

ResNet is ree and it rsquos your connection to theInternet 24 hours a day To connect go to

httpactivatesurreyacuk

With your login (your University number)

and password (your date o birth in theormat ddmmyyyy) via any laptop or PC

with web access

All bedrooms have ree broadband accessThe service is subject to an AcceptableUse Policy which can be viewed at

surreyacukresnet I you have any problemswith this service please contact your Court

Reception

CCTV

CCTV is installed in some areas o theResidences or your security and saety This is

careully managed by the University SecurityDepartment to ensure the privacy o residents

Childcare

The University provides the Campus Kids Day

Nursery a proessionally-run acility locatedon the Manor Park Campus

For more inormation see

kidsunlimitedcouknurseriescampus-kids-guildford

Energy Efficiency

The University has an Energy ManagementPolicy Residents are urged to be responsible

in their consumption o energy and water byswitching off lights and electrical appliancesand by turning off taps and showers afer use

Heating

In most buildings controls or hot waterand heating are automatic I your room is

too warm please turn your radiator downusing the control valve Please note on manyradiators this requires the use o a coin to

turn the valve towards the thick blue line Iyour room remains too hot or too cold please

report online to the Estates and FacilitiesHelpdesk (details in the Useul Contacts

section at the back o this booklet)

In order to conserve energy and reduce

carbon emissions it is University Policy tomaintain a normal maximum temperature

or any residence at 21 degrees Celsius duringthe day and evening In most bui ldingsheating is switched off during the night rom

approximately 2am ndash 630am Central heatingis normally operated rom 1 October to 1 May

when the external daytime temperature isbelow 18 degrees Celsius

Insurance

The University accepts no liability or any loss

o or damage to your personal belongingsYour belongings will be covered by a block

insurance policy provided by EndsleighInsurance This provides limited cover or

loss or damage to your belongings i you havetaken reasonable steps to keep them secureYou are advised to check the policy at

wwwendsleighcouk to ensure that thecover provided is adequate or your needs

Kitchen Equipment

A ridge reezer (or ridge-reezer) electric

kettle cooker microwave toaster and ironare provided in each kitchen but you must

provide your own cooking utensils crockeryand cutlery Please note the regulations or

any personal cooking equipment (see page18 Electrical Saety)

All cooking appliances (cookers hobsmicrowave ovens toasters and kettles) are

electric Cookers and hobs have rotary knobsor the radiant rings grill and oven Please

ensure that you switch off when you havefinished using the cooker or hob When youclean the cooker or hob always ensure you

turn off the electrical supply by using thenearby red switch

Laundry Facilities

Sel-service laundrettes or residents areprovided at

raquo Stag Hill campus on the ground floor oAA building

raquo Hazel Farm Hamilton Driveraquo Hazel Farm Hamilton Placeraquo Bellerby Court in Wealden House

(externally provided)raquo Manor Park near Reception and at

71ndash77 Ronald Ross Road

A wash costs pound220 to pound280 and to dry anaverage load costs approximately pound120 Allmachines are operated by a ldquotop up cardrdquo

system Cards are available rom machineslocated at the laundrettes and the reception

at Manor Park) For more inormation pleasevisit circuitgroupcom

All laundrettes are operated by CircuitLaunderette Services In the event o

breakdown or aults these can be reporteddirect to Circuit on 0800 092 4068

Instructions or use o the laundrette aredisplayed at each location

Linen and Bedding

Bedding (duvet and pillows) bed linen and

towels are not provided You can either

raquo Bring with you a duvet duvet coverpillows pillowcases and sheets to fit a

single bed approximately 190cm x 90cmor all single rooms

raquo Purchase a bedding pack rom the University

prior to your arrival which includes all theitems listed above and will be delivered to

your room ready or your arrival Packs canbe purchased at httpstoresurreyacuk

Litter Clearance

The paths steps and grounds around theresidences are routinely swept and litterremoved Residents are expected to behave

responsibly and avoid dropping litterCigarette butts should be disposed o in thecigarette bins Rubbish rom your room must

only be disposed o in the recycling bins nearyour court I you are unsure as to where these

are please ask at your Court Reception

Locks and Keys

On arrival you will be given a key to the dooro your floor or flat and or your bedroom

For your security and s aety always lock thedoor o your bedroom when you go out Youshould also be sure to lock your floorflat

ront door to keep your home secure Yourkey must never be given out to anyone

I you lock yoursel out or lose your keys please

report to your Court Reception or Security ithey are closed Please note there is cost opound20 or lost or broken keys and key obs

Bus Passes

Bus passes are issued ree o charge tostudents living at Hazel GFarm a charge opound20 will be made or lost or damaged Bus

passes

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Mail and Parcels

Incoming mail on Stag Hill is security

scanned and then delivered to the Courtreception during the morning Monday to

Friday and is available or collection byresidents in the afernoon

All mail is delivered to Manor Park or ManorPark and Bellerby Court residents Monday to

Friday Emails will be sent to residents whenpost is ready or collection At Hazel Farm

mail is delivered direct to the houses by RoyalMail No mail is delivered to the University

on Saturday Sunday public holidays andUniversity closure days I we receive a parcelor letter requiring a signature then yoursquoll

receive an email to your University accountadvising you to come to the reception with

your Student ID Card to collect the item Allmail is delivered to Manor Park or ManorPark and Bellerby Court residents Monday to

Friday Emails will be sent to residents whenpost is ready or collection

Afer students have lef University

accommodation any uncollected mail willbe returned to sender I you have activelyused your University address or post then we

recommend you set up a redirect to your newaddress online by ollowing the link below

royalmailcomcustomer-servicepersonal-

customersmoving-home-going-awayset-

redirection

Envelopes containing valuables may be liable

to being stolen rom post racks I you intendto have such items delivered we stronglyadvise that you arrange or them to be sent

by Recorded Delivery

Large parcels and other bulky items are

normally delivered to the University CentralDistribution Office opposite International

House Yoursquoll be advised when such an itemarrives and should collect it rom the CentralDistribution Office

All mail should be addressed to residents

using their ull name as per University

records We would also recommend the use o

your student number to ensure mail reachesyou in a timely ashion

raquo Stag Hill campus residentsrsquo mail should beaddressed with the name o your Court flat

and room number ollowed by University oSurrey Guildord and the ollowing postcode

Battersea Court GU2 7JQCathedral Court GU2 7JHGuildord Court GU2 7JL

International GU2 7JLMillennium GU2 7JN

Stag Hill Court GU2 7JGSurrey Court GU2 7JW

Twyord Court GU2 7JP

University Court GU2 7JN

raquo Manor Park residentsrsquo mail should beaddressed to your ull name flat room

number and road name Manor Park StudentVillage Guildord GU2 7YW

raquo Hazel Farm residentsrsquo mail should beaddressed with the house and room number

road name Worplesdon Guildord and theollowing postcodes

Hamilton Drive GU2 9PLHamilton Place GU2 9GXHamilton Close GU2 9GU

Oregano Way GU2 9YT

raquo Bellerby Court residentsrsquo mail should beaddressed with the flat and room Number

Name o House Rosalind Franklin CloseGuildord GU2 7XR

Personal Belongings

Residents are reminded that other peoplersquos

belongings (including ood and kitchenutensils) must only be used or borrowed with

prior permission

Refuse Collection and Recycling

In most residences except those detailedbelow reuse is removed rom kitchens dailyMonday to Friday At weekends residents

may deposit reuse in the recycling binsprovided at each Court

I you live in amily flats or Hazel Farm youare responsible or removing your reuse

to the collection points Recycling bins orpaper cardboard glass and tins are provided

at central points outside residence buildings

Religious Texts

In a number o our rooms yoursquoll finda gif o a bible given by the Gideons

International I you do not have a copy andwould like one please contact the Chaplainson chaplaincysurreyacuk Alternatively

i you would like to return your copy pleasehand it in at your Court Reception

I you wish to disc uss any religious matters

urther or are interested in reading otherreligious texts please contact the ChaplainsFurther details can be ound at

surreyacukchaplaincy

Repairs

Faults must be reported via the online EampFMhelp desk surreyacukreportrepair

Out o hours emergency repairs must be

notified to Security Contact details can beound at the back o this booklet

I you report a ault in your accommodationyou give permission or Maintenance Staff to

enter to rectiy the ault

We endeavour to carry out plannedinspections and maintenance o buildings so

as to minimise inconvenience to residentsWe will normally give notice o any planned

work approximately a week beore it iscarried out In an emergency or examplea fire or flood we may need to enter your

accommodation without giving notice

Maintenance staff prioritise work and aim tocomplete jobs in a timely manner

Please note that reunds o rent ormaintenance ailures are only made in

exceptional circumstances when the ault hasnot been rectified in a timely ashion and

not where the ault or delay is beyond theUniversityrsquos control or example a power cutor difficulty in obtaining spare parts

SnowIce Clearance

When winter weather conditions requirethe paths and steps round the residences

will be gritted and where necessary snowand ice cleared i possible by 10am The

University Estates and Facilities ManagementDepartment are responsible or dealing withsnow and ice clearance

I there is significant snowall announcements

will be made on the Universityrsquos website toinorm you o any special arrangements at

surreyacukalert

Typical fault Target response time for first inspection

Health and Safety related repairs eg gas leaks

dangerous electrical faults lift entrapment 1 hour

Urgent repairs eg water leaks failure of heating

water or electrical systems lock failure 3 hours

Routine repairs eg faulty showers or toilets

sticking doors flickering lights 3 days

Routine repairs eg faulty windows or glazing

dripping taps 7 days

Non urgent repairs eg decoration

minor paving issues furniture repairs 20 days

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SECURITY HEALTH

A N D S A F E T Y

You are required to conduct yourself responsibly

and in a safe manner that is compatible with

the health safety and wellbeing of your fellow

residents and the buildings in which you live

It is an offence in law to interere with or misuse anything

provided in the interests o health and saety including fire

detection systems fire alarms and fire-fighting equipment TheUniversity will take disciplinary action against any resident

ound to be endangering the welare o other residents ormembers o the University Community

A copy o the University Health and Saety Policy can be

viewed at surreyacukhsd

Emergencies

In case o an emergency please contact Security on extension3333 or +44 (0)1483 683333 rom mobile phones

On Stag Hill campusManor Park in an emergency (medicalfire assault etc) always contact Security They will then come

directly to the incident and wi ll also contact the EmergencyServices or you

At Hazel Farm and Bellerby Court please call 999 or theAmbulance Service Fire Brigade or Police As soon as possible

aferwards contact University Security to inorm them that theEmergency Services have been called

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Electrical Safety

All electrical supplies in the Residences

operate at 230 volts and i used incorrectly cangive atal electric shocks Faulty or damaged

electrical equipment can also cause fires

The electrical equipment provided by theUniversity is routinely checked to ensure itis sae I you bring electrical equipment into

the residences it must be in good conditionand be fitted with a UK 3-pin plug with a

use Continental two or three -pin plugs andadaptors should not be used The University

reserves the right to remove withoutwarning electrical appliances it deems to beunsae or appliance leads that are not CE or

BS kite-marked

For your own saety and that o your ellowresidents you must stop using equipment

immediately i you notice the ollowingdanger signs

raquo Plugs or wall sockets which are overheatingor are scorched or cracked

raquo Cables or wires which are loose exposed orraying

raquo A burning smell when appliances are

switched onraquo Fuses which blow requently

I you are concerned about any o the electrical

installations or appliances in your Residenceplease speak to your Court Reception

Fire Safety

I you find a fire sound the alarmimmediately by hitting the nearest alarm callpoint ndash they are usually near the entrance

to your flatfloor When you hear a loudelectronic siren anywhere in the University

this means a fire evacuation and you and anyguests must leave the building immediatelyand go to your designated assembly point or

Court Reception i directed to do so You mustonly return to the building when a Fire Officer

or Security Officer instructs you to do so

The fire-fighting apparatus is supplied oruse only in an emergency I you do have to

use this equipment please report this to yourCourt Reception as soon as possible so it canbe replaced Tampering with any fire saety

equipment eg fire alarms unnecessarilydischarging fire extinguishers propping

open fire doors or covering sm oke detectorsis a serious offence Any resident oundmisusing saety equipment will be fined

may be required to leave the residence andcould be reported to the Police or Criminal

Investigation

Fire evacuation practices are arranged duringthe First Semester You are required to co-

operate with the instructions o Universitystaff during practice evacuations I you havea disability the University Fire Saety Officer

will advise you about sae evacuation in theevent o a fire Please note that fire escapes

exits should only be used in emergencies

Nearly all the fires in student housing start

in the kitchen and most i nvolve cookingas a result residents must never leave their

cooking unattended They should takereasonable steps to prevent a fire eg never

filling a pan more than one-third ull o oilkeeping grill pans clean not putting teatowels on a hob directly afer use and b eing

especially cautious i they are under theinfluence o alcohol or any other medication

Gas Safety

I you smell gas you should report this to

University Security by dialling extension3333 rom any University phone or+44 (0)1483 683333 rom mobile phones

Gas appliances in the Residences areserviced and saety checked annually bylsquoGas Saersquo qualified contractors Landlords

Gas Saety Certificates are displayed inrelevant buildings and are also available

to view by prior arrangement at theAccommodation Office

General Health and Safety

raquo I you have an accident or a lsquonear missrsquoaccident or you spot a saety hazard you should

report this to your Court Reception or toAccommodation Services or University 24 HourSecurity Office All accidents must be ormally

reported on a University Incident Report Formraquo Bicycles additional urniture or other large

items may not be brought into Residence

buildings they must not be stored externallywhere they obstruct access to doors or stairs

raquo You must not obstruct doors corridors stairsor communal areas

raquo You may not burn candles joss sticks or usenaked flames or lsquohookahrsquo pipes in Res idences

The use o candles or other naked flames inUniversity accommodation is prohibited

raquo Residents are not allowed to bring into the

Courts any substance or equipment whichmight be hazardous to health or saety eg

petrol solvents Nitric Oxide Synthase (NOS)laboratory equipment etc

raquo You may not bring weapons or replicaweapons into the Courts including guns airguns swords knives etc

raquo Residents who have children are responsibleor their saety whilst in University buildings

English Law does not speciy a particular ageat which a child can be lef unsupervisedHowever parents may be prosecuted i they

leave a child alone lsquoin a manner which islikely to cause unnecessary suffering or

injury to healthrsquo (Children and Young PersonsAct 1933) University residences should

be regarded as high risk areas or youngchildren Babies and toddlers should never belef alone in any circumstances

raquo University staff have the right to carry outtheir duties without ear o intimidation

and abuse Such behaviour directed at s taffis a very serious offence and will lead todisciplinary action

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P O L I C I E S

Policy for Accommodating

Students with Disabilities

There are study bedrooms designed orstudents with disabilities and other specialneeds within most o the Courts o Residence

These include rooms or wheelchair usersdea students and or students whose

disability requires additional space orspecial equipment

The University recognises that in exceptional

cases students who are severely disabledor suffer rom mental health disabilityor severe medical impairment could not

attend University unless they are offeredUniversity accommodation Accommodation

Services will consider applicantsrecommended by Centre o Wellbeing or theDisability Coordinator in accordance with

University policies and subject to suitableaccommodation being available

Students with significant special needs areadvised to visit our campus prior to arrival to

discuss their requirements and view the typeo acilities available

The existence or pre-existence o d isordersthat are well controlled and have responded

to medical treatment even though there isa continuation o medical treatment does

not necessarily constitute grounds orUniversity accommodation Examples oconditions not normally considered are

ndash urinary tract inections irritable bowelsyndrome asthma dyslexia eczema well-

managed diabetes or epilepsy

Allocation Policy

The lsquoAccommodation Allocation Policyrsquois reviewed annually by the University

in conjunction with the Studentsrsquo UnionChanges o the policy are recommended tothe Commercial Affairs Committee which

normally decides the policy in November

The current policy can be viewed atsurreyacukaccommodation

Application Procedure

New students are invited to apply or

accommodation rom March each yearUndergraduate students have placesconfirmed during August and September

Postgraduate students have places confirmedafer the University receives an agreed

proportion o your course ees usually duringAugust and September

The majority o applications are made usingan on-line system and confirmations o

allocation are emailed to you

Eligible continuing students are able toapply or accommodation online during

late Novemberearly December Detailscan be ound online at surreyacuk

accommodation Applicants will be inormedi they have been successul in the firstinstance by the end o February

Complaints

I you have a complaint you should firsttry to resolve it inormally Please see the

ront o this Guide or details o which areato contact I you are unsure please contactAccommodation Services

I you are not satisfied with the outcome

you may make a written complaint toAccommodation Services A response will

normally be given in five working days

I you are unhappy about the way that your

complaint has been dealt with then you mayrequest to have the complaint reviewed Details

can be given via Accommodation Services

Contractual Relationship

Students living in University-ownedaccommodation are licensees Your licence is

granted because o your intention to ollow acourse o study at the University I you cease toollow a course o study at the University you

will be required to leave residence

Your contractual agreement is or a fixed periodand i you decide to leave your residence beore

the end o that fixed period you will still berequired to pay rent or the ull duration

When you apply or accommodation youhave to agree to abide by the lsquoConditions

o Residencersquo set out b elow These are animportant part o your licence agreement

or tenancy

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PAYING FOR YOUR ROOM

When do I need to pay for my room

We will send you an invoice by email to your University EmailAccount within14 days o arrival and this will show your ldquoPay

byrdquo date

What should I do if I do not receive an invoice

Wait or 14 days afer you have arrived and re-check yourUniversity Email Account I the invoice has still not beenemailed to you contact the Accommodation Services their

contact details are at the back o this booklet

How do I pay my Residence Fees

When you receive your invoice read both pages o the invoicecareully as these will have all the inormation you need to pay

Method 1

Pay in ull by the ldquoPay byrdquo date shown on page 1 o yourinvoice by card on our website surreyacukaccommodation

payment

Method 2

I you are staying or more than 16 weeks you wi ll be offeredthe chance to pay in instalments See page two o your invoice

or details

Contact Accommodation Services i you have not received

your invoice within 14 days o arrival or have a queryregarding the rent you have been charged I you have

concerns about your ability to pay please contact the Student

Finance Team in the Student Services Centre

See back o booklet or contact inormation

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C O N D I T I O N S O F R E S I D E N C E

Abandoned PropertyYou may not leave property behind anywherein the Court afer you vacate your room I

any property is ound in or about your roomafer you have lef (including property lef

in or around any other part o the Universityeg cycles in Court cycle sheds) then theUniversity may dispose o such property in

the manner it finds appropriate

Access to Your Accommodation

I you report a ault inside your bedroom orflat you give permission or maintenance

staff to enter and rectiy the ault I we needaccess to your accommodation to carry out

routine maintenance or inspections orexample annual electrical equipment testingwersquoll give you at least 48 hours notice o

when this is due to happen In an emergency

or example a fire alert or flood we may enteryour accommodation without giving notice

The University reserves the right to enteryour accommodation i they have reasonablegrounds to suspect that there is a breach o

the Conditions o Residences or the welareo any resident is at risk In exceptional

circumstances the University may conduct asearch o a room

ArrivalArrival instructions will be sent to youvia email Yoursquoll normally be allocated a

room rom the weekend beore your coursestarts Please check your Allocation Letter

to confirm your arrival date Internationalstudents may be admitted up to our daysearlier i they are participating in the

International Orientation

Bicycles

Bicycles may not be brought into Residencebuildings There are lockable bicycle stores

available in each Court o Residence

Business Use

Residents may not operate a business in orrom University accommodation

Cleaning

You are expected to keep your room and

communal areas in a clean tidy and hygieniccondition and equipment is provided or

this Most communal areas are in additioncleaned periodically by cleaning staff Whenyou depart you must leave your room (and

shower room where applicable) clean andtidy and empty o rubbish

Residents o amily flats and Hazel Farm areresponsible or removing waste to externalcollection points

The University reserves the right to charge

residents or excess cleaning i hygiene andcleanliness all below a reasonable standard

in bedrooms andor communal areasThe accommodation is inspected prior todeparture and residents may be charged or

excess cleaning

Council Tax

Full time students living in Universityresidences are exempt rom Council Tax

Residents o amily accommodation are liableto pay Council Tax which is collected by the

University with and in addition to rent The

amount o Council Tax depends on the size othe flat and circumstances o the amily

Damage

Yoursquoll be held responsible or damage in yourroom beyond air wear and tear Rooms are

inspected prior to departure and yoursquoll beinvoiced or the cost o repairing any damageYou are expected to maintain the security o

communal areas by locking outer doors whenyou go in or out Damage in communal areas

is the responsibility o the whole floor orhouse and will be charged accordingly

Residents are responsible to pay or non-

return or loss o keys or returning urnitureto its original position and or deterioration o

urniture fittings or structure o the room orcommunal areas not due to air wear and tear

and any additional cleaning required Roomsflats are inspected at intervals throughout theyear and beore departure Any charges due

will be invoiced

Data Protection

Personal data collected on your

accommodation application will be held onthe University database or administrativepurposes It will be processed in accordance

with the statutory Data Protection Principlesand the Universityrsquos registration under the Data

Protection Acts 1984 amp 1998 The University is

required to disclose your name and campusaddress to Guildord Borough Council toenable the electoral roll to be updated

The Conditions of Residence are the rules and policies of residence

When you apply for accommodation you have to agree to abide by the

Conditions of Residence and these are an important part of your licence

agreement or tenancy (see PoliciesContractual Relationship)

The University reserves the right to introduce such changes to the

Conditions of Residence as may be necessary or desirable

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Departure and Giving Notice to

Leave Early

You are required to vacate your

accommodation and return keys by middayon the end date stated in your Allocation

Letter or tenancy There are no on campusstorage acilities or residentsrsquo belongings butAccommodation Services can supply details

o local storage companies

I you decide to move out o residence beorethe end date o your licence or tenancy you

must give notice to leave by letter email orby using a Withdrawal Form available atAccommodation Services

Residents may give notice to leave theirresidence at the end o the First SemesterNotice must be received in writing no later

than 4 December 2015 and you must vacateyour room by 30 January 2016

I you wish to vacate your room earlier than30 January you can advise Accommodation

Services o your intentions Please note thatyou may be liable or the payment o your

room rent up to 30 January 2016 unless weare able to re-let your room earlier In theevent that we are able to arrange a re-let you

need only pay until the date that the newtenant moves in

I notice is not received on or beore4 December 2015 no rebate o rent will b e

given i you decide to leave beore the enddate specified in your allocation letter

unless we are able to re-let your room Thisapplies even i your move-in date is afer

4 December 2015 I you leave beore the endo your licence or tenancy yoursquoll be requiredto continue paying until your account is

cleared in ull

I you cease to be a student because you

withdraw rom your course or the Universityterminates your course your licence to

occupy University Accommodation andthereore your liability or rent ceases whenyou move out and return the key Please

ensure you notiy Accommodation Servicesin writing o your intended move-out date so

all necessary arrangements can be made

Deposits

Residents are required to pay an advanced

payment o pound250 this will be credited to yourrent invoice afer you move in I you do not

move in the advanced payment will be usedto offset any loss o rent until a replacement

tenant is ound including an admin ee

Drug Misuse

The possession o illegal drugs is a criminaloffence and possession with intent to supplyis a more serious offence It is also an offence

or the University to allow drugs to be used inpremises it owns or manages It is thereore the

policy o the University not to tolerate the useo illegal drugs in student residences Students

ound to be using or in the possession o anyillegal drug including cannabis or who allowillegal drugs to be used in their study bedroom

will receive a substantial fine a final warningand instructions to cease their illegal activities

immediately I the studentrsquos behaviour alsoindicates that they are unsuited to communalliving they may be asked to leave residences

(see Misconduct)

The University will inorm the Police o anystudent suspected o dealing in drugs The

University also reserves the right to provideinormation to the Police about students oundto be using or in possession o illegal drugs

Electoral Registration

Students in residence in the middle o

October will be included on an annual returnmade to Guildord Borough Council which

is used to prepare the Electoral Roll Werecommend that you also register to vote at

your home address in case an election occursduring a vacation

Electrical Appliances

Residents may not install or use any heater

iron kettle ridge reezer washing machinemicrowave or other cooking equipmentin their bedroom Under no circumstances

should electrical outlets or appliances be

interered with or overloaded Multi-socketadapters should be CE or BS kite-marked andhave a use and lsquoonrsquo indicator light Kitchenappliances must have a 3-pin UK used plug

Un-used continental plugs and adaptors arenot permitted The University reserves the right

to remove without warning unsae electricalappliances or non-UK standard appliance leads

that are not CE or BS kite-marked

Furniture

Items should be kept in the room they areprovided You are expected to return all

urniture to its original position when youvacate your accommodation

Guests

You are responsible or the behaviour o your

guests and must accompany them at all times

ensuring that they comply with all relevantparts o these Conditions Guests are not

permitted in your accommodation between11pm and 8am Guest rooms may be booked

via Accommodation Services

Health and Safety

Residents are required to conduct themselves

in a responsible and sae manner at all timesThe instructions and guidance in the lsquoHealth

and Saetyrsquo section o the lsquoResidents Guidersquoorm part o the lsquoConditions o Residencersquo

Inventory

An inventory orm will be emailed to you

and you are advised to record the conditiono the room and urniture when you arriveThe inventory can either be emailed to

Accommodation Services or returned to yourCourt Reception

Keys and LocksA charge o pound20 will be made i you ail to

return your room key or security ob whenyou vacate your room I keys or security obs

are lost or broken a charge o pound20 is made orreplacements An additional charge o pound75 is

made i a lock change is necessary Residentsmay not change locks or add locks or alarmsto their rooms

I you need a replacement key or security ob

you can obtain this on payment o pound20 atAccommodation Services or at Manor ParkReception Out o office hours you should

go to your Court Reception When they areclosed the 24 hour Security Office in Senate

House will assist you usually by letting youinto your room

University of Surrey 27surreyacuk

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Misconduct

Full details o the Universityrsquos disciplinary

procedures may be ound on the Universitywebsite wwwsurreyacukcurrentstudents

Misconduct relating to incidents in or

around the Residences is dealt with throughan escalating system o penalties issued bythe Wardens

An offence may lead to a Warning and

may be accompanied by a fine up to pound200depending on the seriousness o the offence

The Warden has the authority to move astudent to alternative accommodation withimmediate effect pending investigation o an

alleged act o serious misconduct

I through an act o serious misconduct orthrough repeated misconduct a student

demonstrates they are not suited tocommunal living they will be required toleave residence I a penalty is issued there

exists a provision or appeal

Under no circumstances may a student whohas been required to leave residence re-apply

or University accommodation during thatacademic year and they may be excludedrom applying or uture years i deemed

appropriate by a Disciplinary Panel

Noise

There is a level o noise associated with living

within a communal environment and noisecan become an issue when many people live

in close proximity to each other You mustnot make excessive noise at any time o the

day or night In addition there should beminimal noise audible outside the room youare in between 11pm and 8am (quiet hours)

When deciding i noise is excessive the

ollowing points will be considered

raquo Has a complaint(s) been receivedraquo Possible impact on other residents and

members o the Universitylocal community

raquo Level o noise being created and the timeo day

raquo Have previous complaints been made

I in the judgment o a member o UniversityStaff (this will mainly be a member o theWardening Team or Security Department)

the noise is deemed to be excessive andor intrusive then the level o noise will be

required to be reduced imm ediately theitem creating the noise can be confiscatedand urther disciplinary action may be

taken i appropriate

To ensure that the above conditions aremet we recommend that headphones are

used or listening to music and other audiooutput during quiet hours and residentsconsider their use i they wish to listen to

items at high volume

Within any large organisation on occasionthere will be events incidents or works that

may cause disruption to other memberso the organisation Whilst the Universitywill seek to minimise these occurrences

and to inorm residents whenever possiblethere may be times where disruption is

unavoidable

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Room Changes Swaps

You may not change rooms without the

agreement o Accommodation ServicesThose who swap rooms without prior

permission will ace disciplinary action thatcan include a fine and maybe excluded rom

accommodation in uture years Room swapswhere two residents agree to swap roomswith each other are permitted rom late

October Further details will be emailed toresidents or you can contact Accommodation

Services An administration ee o pound50 ischarged per resident or a room swap

In exceptional circumstances with supportrom Centre o Wellbeing or Student Advice

a room change may be permitted For urtherdetails and to collect the appropriate orm

please visit Accommodation Services

In exceptional circumstances and withprior consultation the University reservesthe right to move residents to alternative

accommodation

Security of Rooms and Property

Whenever you leave your room you should

lock your room door and the outside orstaircase door I your room is on the groundfloor you should also latch your window

closed This ensures security or everyoneThe University accepts no liability or any loss

o or damage to your personal belongings

Single Sex flatsfloors

Students occupying rooms in single sex flatsor floors may not have visitors o the opposite

sex afer 10pm on any night o the week

Smoking

Residents or their guests may not smoke

or use an electronic cigarette inside anyUniversity building or in the entrance to or

close to windows or vents o any buildingincluding the Residences This rule includes

a ban on smoking within individual studentbedrooms Failure to comply with thisregulation will result in disciplinary action

being taken

Sub-letting of Rooms

Accommodation is available or the exclusiveuse o the person to whom it is let whilst

they are a ull time registered student o the

University You may not sub-let or allowanyone else to use your room ailure to complywith this regulation will result in disciplinaryaction being taken see the Misconduct section

or more details Overnight guests should bebooked into guest rooms Please note random

spot-checks occur throughout the year to checkthe ID o residents

Summer Vacation Residence

You can apply or residence during the

summer vacation Applications can be madethrough the online store afer the Easter

vacation Further details can be ound on theAccommodation web pages No reduction orent is given or periods spent away rom the

University in vacations Normal Conditions oResidence apply to vacation periods

Television

There are TV rooms in the Residences with

Bellerby residents able to use acilitiesat Manor Park I you own or operate a

television in your room you must have yourown TV licence A TV licence i s also required

i you watch live television on a computer

You are not allowed to attach aerials or

satellite dishes internally or externally to anyresidence buildings

Parking

There is no parking or residents on Stag Hill

campus and at Manor Park

As a condition o having a place in Residencestudents who are resident in all Courts (except

Hazel Farm) may not bring a car or other our-wheeled motor vehicle on to the Universitygrounds and while in residence undertake

not to keep one on the public roads within thelsquoexclusion zonersquo used or deciding eligibility

or parking permits

Students resident at Hazel Farm may parkree o charge in designated spaces at HazelFarm Residents o Hazel Farm are not eligible

or permits to park on Stag Hill campusduring office hours There is a limited number

o spaces or students resident at BellerbyCourt who may apply or a parking permitrom the contractor who is responsible or all

parking matters in the vicinity o the Court

Student residents may park a motorcycle onany University campus i it is registered with

the Security Department and is parked withina marked motorcycle bay

Full details o the University ParkingRegulations can be ound at

surreyacukcurrentstudentscampus

transport

Parties

The Residences and surrounding areas are not

suitable or large parties I you wish to holda party within or outside o your Court or

small groups o riends you must first obtainpermission one week in advance rom your

Warden who may grant permission subjectto rules which include accepting liability or

any charges resulting rom the party Partiesare allowed on Friday or Saturday nightsonly outside o designated exam periods A

ull copy o the partybarbeque regulations isavailable rom the Wardensrsquo website

Pets

You may not keep pets in your residence

Posters

You may not post notices other than

those or RAG publicity or student electioncampaigns in your windows or in any other

part o the Court except on notice boards

Rent

You will receive an email to your University oSurrey email account rom Accommodation

Services containing your rent invoice Theinvoice includes details o how to go onlineand make payment I you donrsquot get this email

within 14 days o moving in please contactAccommodation Services Contact details are at

the back o this handbook

Rents are payable or the whole periodspecified in your Accommodation agreementNo rebate is given i you arrive late or leave

beore the end o the period specified in yourAccommodation agreement

Rent may be paid in ull or the year or in

instalments You are encouraged to use theUniversity on-line payment system to m akepayments

You are responsible or payment by the

dates indicated on the invoice I payment isnot received within 28 days o your taking

up residence your licence to occupy maybe terminated I you are having difficulties

paying your rent you must contact theStudent Finance Team as soon as possibleContact details are at the back o this booklet

Rents are reviewed annually by theUniversity and are confirmed by the

Executive Board Rents normally increase inSeptember and are in orce or the ollowing

academic year

Accommodation Services reserves the rightto withhold University accommodation roma student who it has been established owes

rent to the University or a private landlord

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USEFUL CONTACTS

Accommodation Services

Philip Marchant Building

E accommodationsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682466

Open Mon to Fri 10am to 5pm

facebookcomSurreyResidenceExperience

Security

Ground Floor Senate House

T +44 (0)1483 682002

Emergencies (internal) 3333

Emergencies +44(0)1483 683333

Court Receptions

Stag Hill Reception

Stag Hill Court University Court

Millennium House

E staghillreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 689078

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 7pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Battersea Reception

Battersea Court Surrey CourtE batterseareceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682473

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 11pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Cathedral Reception

Cathedral Court International House

Twyford Court

E cathedralreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682468

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 7pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Manor Park Reception

Manor Park Bellerby Court

E manorparkreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 683500

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 11pm

Sat amp Sun 10am to 2pm (Security presence 247)

Hazel Farm Caretakerrsquos Office

Hazel Farm

E accommodationsurreyacuk

T +44(0)1483 683536

Student Life Mentoring

Student Services Centre

E mentoringsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 68 3510 6694 4824

facebookcomsurreystudent

Twitter surreystudent

Estates and Facilities Helpdesk

(online reporting of maintenance issues)

httparchibussurreyacukstudenthelpdesk

indexcfm

Look for this button on the Accommodation

Services website

Finance

Student Receivables (rent payments)

Student Services Centre

E student-receivablessurreyacuk

IT Services

(Room internet ndash Surrey ResNet)

Contact your Court Reception to arrange for a

ResNet Advisor to visit

E usersupportsurreyacuk

Wardens

Please see contact details posted within your

accommodation or follow the link below to the

Wardensrsquo website

surreyacukcurrentstudents

accommodationwardens

Wardens can also be contacted by the email

addresses below

Battersea Court and Surrey Courtbatterseaampsurreywardensurreyacuk

Cathedral Court and Guildford Court

cathedralampguildfordwardensurreyacuk

International House and Twyford Court

interamptwyfordwardensurreyacuk

Manor Park and Bellerby Court

manorparkwardensurreyacuk

Hazel Farm

hazelfarmwardensurreyacuk

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Accommodation Services

Philip Marchant Building

University of Surrey

Guildord Surrey GU2 7XH UK

T +44 (0)1483 682 466

E accommodationsurreyacuk

wwwfacebookcom

SurreyResidenceExperience

surreyacukaccommodation

Disclaimer

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this

publication at the time of going to press (June 2015) The University undertakes all reasonable

steps to provide the services described in this guide but reserves the right however to introduce

changes to the information given Should industrial action or circumstances beyond the control

of the University interfere with its ability to provide services the University undertakes to use

all reasonable steps to minimise any resultant disruption Please refer to our website for up-

to-date information

June 2015

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Mail and Parcels

Incoming mail on Stag Hill is security

scanned and then delivered to the Courtreception during the morning Monday to

Friday and is available or collection byresidents in the afernoon

All mail is delivered to Manor Park or ManorPark and Bellerby Court residents Monday to

Friday Emails will be sent to residents whenpost is ready or collection At Hazel Farm

mail is delivered direct to the houses by RoyalMail No mail is delivered to the University

on Saturday Sunday public holidays andUniversity closure days I we receive a parcelor letter requiring a signature then yoursquoll

receive an email to your University accountadvising you to come to the reception with

your Student ID Card to collect the item Allmail is delivered to Manor Park or ManorPark and Bellerby Court residents Monday to

Friday Emails will be sent to residents whenpost is ready or collection

Afer students have lef University

accommodation any uncollected mail willbe returned to sender I you have activelyused your University address or post then we

recommend you set up a redirect to your newaddress online by ollowing the link below

royalmailcomcustomer-servicepersonal-

customersmoving-home-going-awayset-

redirection

Envelopes containing valuables may be liable

to being stolen rom post racks I you intendto have such items delivered we stronglyadvise that you arrange or them to be sent

by Recorded Delivery

Large parcels and other bulky items are

normally delivered to the University CentralDistribution Office opposite International

House Yoursquoll be advised when such an itemarrives and should collect it rom the CentralDistribution Office

All mail should be addressed to residents

using their ull name as per University

records We would also recommend the use o

your student number to ensure mail reachesyou in a timely ashion

raquo Stag Hill campus residentsrsquo mail should beaddressed with the name o your Court flat

and room number ollowed by University oSurrey Guildord and the ollowing postcode

Battersea Court GU2 7JQCathedral Court GU2 7JHGuildord Court GU2 7JL

International GU2 7JLMillennium GU2 7JN

Stag Hill Court GU2 7JGSurrey Court GU2 7JW

Twyord Court GU2 7JP

University Court GU2 7JN

raquo Manor Park residentsrsquo mail should beaddressed to your ull name flat room

number and road name Manor Park StudentVillage Guildord GU2 7YW

raquo Hazel Farm residentsrsquo mail should beaddressed with the house and room number

road name Worplesdon Guildord and theollowing postcodes

Hamilton Drive GU2 9PLHamilton Place GU2 9GXHamilton Close GU2 9GU

Oregano Way GU2 9YT

raquo Bellerby Court residentsrsquo mail should beaddressed with the flat and room Number

Name o House Rosalind Franklin CloseGuildord GU2 7XR

Personal Belongings

Residents are reminded that other peoplersquos

belongings (including ood and kitchenutensils) must only be used or borrowed with

prior permission

Refuse Collection and Recycling

In most residences except those detailedbelow reuse is removed rom kitchens dailyMonday to Friday At weekends residents

may deposit reuse in the recycling binsprovided at each Court

I you live in amily flats or Hazel Farm youare responsible or removing your reuse

to the collection points Recycling bins orpaper cardboard glass and tins are provided

at central points outside residence buildings

Religious Texts

In a number o our rooms yoursquoll finda gif o a bible given by the Gideons

International I you do not have a copy andwould like one please contact the Chaplainson chaplaincysurreyacuk Alternatively

i you would like to return your copy pleasehand it in at your Court Reception

I you wish to disc uss any religious matters

urther or are interested in reading otherreligious texts please contact the ChaplainsFurther details can be ound at

surreyacukchaplaincy

Repairs

Faults must be reported via the online EampFMhelp desk surreyacukreportrepair

Out o hours emergency repairs must be

notified to Security Contact details can beound at the back o this booklet

I you report a ault in your accommodationyou give permission or Maintenance Staff to

enter to rectiy the ault

We endeavour to carry out plannedinspections and maintenance o buildings so

as to minimise inconvenience to residentsWe will normally give notice o any planned

work approximately a week beore it iscarried out In an emergency or examplea fire or flood we may need to enter your

accommodation without giving notice

Maintenance staff prioritise work and aim tocomplete jobs in a timely manner

Please note that reunds o rent ormaintenance ailures are only made in

exceptional circumstances when the ault hasnot been rectified in a timely ashion and

not where the ault or delay is beyond theUniversityrsquos control or example a power cutor difficulty in obtaining spare parts

SnowIce Clearance

When winter weather conditions requirethe paths and steps round the residences

will be gritted and where necessary snowand ice cleared i possible by 10am The

University Estates and Facilities ManagementDepartment are responsible or dealing withsnow and ice clearance

I there is significant snowall announcements

will be made on the Universityrsquos website toinorm you o any special arrangements at

surreyacukalert

Typical fault Target response time for first inspection

Health and Safety related repairs eg gas leaks

dangerous electrical faults lift entrapment 1 hour

Urgent repairs eg water leaks failure of heating

water or electrical systems lock failure 3 hours

Routine repairs eg faulty showers or toilets

sticking doors flickering lights 3 days

Routine repairs eg faulty windows or glazing

dripping taps 7 days

Non urgent repairs eg decoration

minor paving issues furniture repairs 20 days

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SECURITY HEALTH

A N D S A F E T Y

You are required to conduct yourself responsibly

and in a safe manner that is compatible with

the health safety and wellbeing of your fellow

residents and the buildings in which you live

It is an offence in law to interere with or misuse anything

provided in the interests o health and saety including fire

detection systems fire alarms and fire-fighting equipment TheUniversity will take disciplinary action against any resident

ound to be endangering the welare o other residents ormembers o the University Community

A copy o the University Health and Saety Policy can be

viewed at surreyacukhsd

Emergencies

In case o an emergency please contact Security on extension3333 or +44 (0)1483 683333 rom mobile phones

On Stag Hill campusManor Park in an emergency (medicalfire assault etc) always contact Security They will then come

directly to the incident and wi ll also contact the EmergencyServices or you

At Hazel Farm and Bellerby Court please call 999 or theAmbulance Service Fire Brigade or Police As soon as possible

aferwards contact University Security to inorm them that theEmergency Services have been called

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Electrical Safety

All electrical supplies in the Residences

operate at 230 volts and i used incorrectly cangive atal electric shocks Faulty or damaged

electrical equipment can also cause fires

The electrical equipment provided by theUniversity is routinely checked to ensure itis sae I you bring electrical equipment into

the residences it must be in good conditionand be fitted with a UK 3-pin plug with a

use Continental two or three -pin plugs andadaptors should not be used The University

reserves the right to remove withoutwarning electrical appliances it deems to beunsae or appliance leads that are not CE or

BS kite-marked

For your own saety and that o your ellowresidents you must stop using equipment

immediately i you notice the ollowingdanger signs

raquo Plugs or wall sockets which are overheatingor are scorched or cracked

raquo Cables or wires which are loose exposed orraying

raquo A burning smell when appliances are

switched onraquo Fuses which blow requently

I you are concerned about any o the electrical

installations or appliances in your Residenceplease speak to your Court Reception

Fire Safety

I you find a fire sound the alarmimmediately by hitting the nearest alarm callpoint ndash they are usually near the entrance

to your flatfloor When you hear a loudelectronic siren anywhere in the University

this means a fire evacuation and you and anyguests must leave the building immediatelyand go to your designated assembly point or

Court Reception i directed to do so You mustonly return to the building when a Fire Officer

or Security Officer instructs you to do so

The fire-fighting apparatus is supplied oruse only in an emergency I you do have to

use this equipment please report this to yourCourt Reception as soon as possible so it canbe replaced Tampering with any fire saety

equipment eg fire alarms unnecessarilydischarging fire extinguishers propping

open fire doors or covering sm oke detectorsis a serious offence Any resident oundmisusing saety equipment will be fined

may be required to leave the residence andcould be reported to the Police or Criminal

Investigation

Fire evacuation practices are arranged duringthe First Semester You are required to co-

operate with the instructions o Universitystaff during practice evacuations I you havea disability the University Fire Saety Officer

will advise you about sae evacuation in theevent o a fire Please note that fire escapes

exits should only be used in emergencies

Nearly all the fires in student housing start

in the kitchen and most i nvolve cookingas a result residents must never leave their

cooking unattended They should takereasonable steps to prevent a fire eg never

filling a pan more than one-third ull o oilkeeping grill pans clean not putting teatowels on a hob directly afer use and b eing

especially cautious i they are under theinfluence o alcohol or any other medication

Gas Safety

I you smell gas you should report this to

University Security by dialling extension3333 rom any University phone or+44 (0)1483 683333 rom mobile phones

Gas appliances in the Residences areserviced and saety checked annually bylsquoGas Saersquo qualified contractors Landlords

Gas Saety Certificates are displayed inrelevant buildings and are also available

to view by prior arrangement at theAccommodation Office

General Health and Safety

raquo I you have an accident or a lsquonear missrsquoaccident or you spot a saety hazard you should

report this to your Court Reception or toAccommodation Services or University 24 HourSecurity Office All accidents must be ormally

reported on a University Incident Report Formraquo Bicycles additional urniture or other large

items may not be brought into Residence

buildings they must not be stored externallywhere they obstruct access to doors or stairs

raquo You must not obstruct doors corridors stairsor communal areas

raquo You may not burn candles joss sticks or usenaked flames or lsquohookahrsquo pipes in Res idences

The use o candles or other naked flames inUniversity accommodation is prohibited

raquo Residents are not allowed to bring into the

Courts any substance or equipment whichmight be hazardous to health or saety eg

petrol solvents Nitric Oxide Synthase (NOS)laboratory equipment etc

raquo You may not bring weapons or replicaweapons into the Courts including guns airguns swords knives etc

raquo Residents who have children are responsibleor their saety whilst in University buildings

English Law does not speciy a particular ageat which a child can be lef unsupervisedHowever parents may be prosecuted i they

leave a child alone lsquoin a manner which islikely to cause unnecessary suffering or

injury to healthrsquo (Children and Young PersonsAct 1933) University residences should

be regarded as high risk areas or youngchildren Babies and toddlers should never belef alone in any circumstances

raquo University staff have the right to carry outtheir duties without ear o intimidation

and abuse Such behaviour directed at s taffis a very serious offence and will lead todisciplinary action

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P O L I C I E S

Policy for Accommodating

Students with Disabilities

There are study bedrooms designed orstudents with disabilities and other specialneeds within most o the Courts o Residence

These include rooms or wheelchair usersdea students and or students whose

disability requires additional space orspecial equipment

The University recognises that in exceptional

cases students who are severely disabledor suffer rom mental health disabilityor severe medical impairment could not

attend University unless they are offeredUniversity accommodation Accommodation

Services will consider applicantsrecommended by Centre o Wellbeing or theDisability Coordinator in accordance with

University policies and subject to suitableaccommodation being available

Students with significant special needs areadvised to visit our campus prior to arrival to

discuss their requirements and view the typeo acilities available

The existence or pre-existence o d isordersthat are well controlled and have responded

to medical treatment even though there isa continuation o medical treatment does

not necessarily constitute grounds orUniversity accommodation Examples oconditions not normally considered are

ndash urinary tract inections irritable bowelsyndrome asthma dyslexia eczema well-

managed diabetes or epilepsy

Allocation Policy

The lsquoAccommodation Allocation Policyrsquois reviewed annually by the University

in conjunction with the Studentsrsquo UnionChanges o the policy are recommended tothe Commercial Affairs Committee which

normally decides the policy in November

The current policy can be viewed atsurreyacukaccommodation

Application Procedure

New students are invited to apply or

accommodation rom March each yearUndergraduate students have placesconfirmed during August and September

Postgraduate students have places confirmedafer the University receives an agreed

proportion o your course ees usually duringAugust and September

The majority o applications are made usingan on-line system and confirmations o

allocation are emailed to you

Eligible continuing students are able toapply or accommodation online during

late Novemberearly December Detailscan be ound online at surreyacuk

accommodation Applicants will be inormedi they have been successul in the firstinstance by the end o February

Complaints

I you have a complaint you should firsttry to resolve it inormally Please see the

ront o this Guide or details o which areato contact I you are unsure please contactAccommodation Services

I you are not satisfied with the outcome

you may make a written complaint toAccommodation Services A response will

normally be given in five working days

I you are unhappy about the way that your

complaint has been dealt with then you mayrequest to have the complaint reviewed Details

can be given via Accommodation Services

Contractual Relationship

Students living in University-ownedaccommodation are licensees Your licence is

granted because o your intention to ollow acourse o study at the University I you cease toollow a course o study at the University you

will be required to leave residence

Your contractual agreement is or a fixed periodand i you decide to leave your residence beore

the end o that fixed period you will still berequired to pay rent or the ull duration

When you apply or accommodation youhave to agree to abide by the lsquoConditions

o Residencersquo set out b elow These are animportant part o your licence agreement

or tenancy

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PAYING FOR YOUR ROOM

When do I need to pay for my room

We will send you an invoice by email to your University EmailAccount within14 days o arrival and this will show your ldquoPay

byrdquo date

What should I do if I do not receive an invoice

Wait or 14 days afer you have arrived and re-check yourUniversity Email Account I the invoice has still not beenemailed to you contact the Accommodation Services their

contact details are at the back o this booklet

How do I pay my Residence Fees

When you receive your invoice read both pages o the invoicecareully as these will have all the inormation you need to pay

Method 1

Pay in ull by the ldquoPay byrdquo date shown on page 1 o yourinvoice by card on our website surreyacukaccommodation

payment

Method 2

I you are staying or more than 16 weeks you wi ll be offeredthe chance to pay in instalments See page two o your invoice

or details

Contact Accommodation Services i you have not received

your invoice within 14 days o arrival or have a queryregarding the rent you have been charged I you have

concerns about your ability to pay please contact the Student

Finance Team in the Student Services Centre

See back o booklet or contact inormation

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C O N D I T I O N S O F R E S I D E N C E

Abandoned PropertyYou may not leave property behind anywherein the Court afer you vacate your room I

any property is ound in or about your roomafer you have lef (including property lef

in or around any other part o the Universityeg cycles in Court cycle sheds) then theUniversity may dispose o such property in

the manner it finds appropriate

Access to Your Accommodation

I you report a ault inside your bedroom orflat you give permission or maintenance

staff to enter and rectiy the ault I we needaccess to your accommodation to carry out

routine maintenance or inspections orexample annual electrical equipment testingwersquoll give you at least 48 hours notice o

when this is due to happen In an emergency

or example a fire alert or flood we may enteryour accommodation without giving notice

The University reserves the right to enteryour accommodation i they have reasonablegrounds to suspect that there is a breach o

the Conditions o Residences or the welareo any resident is at risk In exceptional

circumstances the University may conduct asearch o a room

ArrivalArrival instructions will be sent to youvia email Yoursquoll normally be allocated a

room rom the weekend beore your coursestarts Please check your Allocation Letter

to confirm your arrival date Internationalstudents may be admitted up to our daysearlier i they are participating in the

International Orientation

Bicycles

Bicycles may not be brought into Residencebuildings There are lockable bicycle stores

available in each Court o Residence

Business Use

Residents may not operate a business in orrom University accommodation

Cleaning

You are expected to keep your room and

communal areas in a clean tidy and hygieniccondition and equipment is provided or

this Most communal areas are in additioncleaned periodically by cleaning staff Whenyou depart you must leave your room (and

shower room where applicable) clean andtidy and empty o rubbish

Residents o amily flats and Hazel Farm areresponsible or removing waste to externalcollection points

The University reserves the right to charge

residents or excess cleaning i hygiene andcleanliness all below a reasonable standard

in bedrooms andor communal areasThe accommodation is inspected prior todeparture and residents may be charged or

excess cleaning

Council Tax

Full time students living in Universityresidences are exempt rom Council Tax

Residents o amily accommodation are liableto pay Council Tax which is collected by the

University with and in addition to rent The

amount o Council Tax depends on the size othe flat and circumstances o the amily

Damage

Yoursquoll be held responsible or damage in yourroom beyond air wear and tear Rooms are

inspected prior to departure and yoursquoll beinvoiced or the cost o repairing any damageYou are expected to maintain the security o

communal areas by locking outer doors whenyou go in or out Damage in communal areas

is the responsibility o the whole floor orhouse and will be charged accordingly

Residents are responsible to pay or non-

return or loss o keys or returning urnitureto its original position and or deterioration o

urniture fittings or structure o the room orcommunal areas not due to air wear and tear

and any additional cleaning required Roomsflats are inspected at intervals throughout theyear and beore departure Any charges due

will be invoiced

Data Protection

Personal data collected on your

accommodation application will be held onthe University database or administrativepurposes It will be processed in accordance

with the statutory Data Protection Principlesand the Universityrsquos registration under the Data

Protection Acts 1984 amp 1998 The University is

required to disclose your name and campusaddress to Guildord Borough Council toenable the electoral roll to be updated

The Conditions of Residence are the rules and policies of residence

When you apply for accommodation you have to agree to abide by the

Conditions of Residence and these are an important part of your licence

agreement or tenancy (see PoliciesContractual Relationship)

The University reserves the right to introduce such changes to the

Conditions of Residence as may be necessary or desirable

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Departure and Giving Notice to

Leave Early

You are required to vacate your

accommodation and return keys by middayon the end date stated in your Allocation

Letter or tenancy There are no on campusstorage acilities or residentsrsquo belongings butAccommodation Services can supply details

o local storage companies

I you decide to move out o residence beorethe end date o your licence or tenancy you

must give notice to leave by letter email orby using a Withdrawal Form available atAccommodation Services

Residents may give notice to leave theirresidence at the end o the First SemesterNotice must be received in writing no later

than 4 December 2015 and you must vacateyour room by 30 January 2016

I you wish to vacate your room earlier than30 January you can advise Accommodation

Services o your intentions Please note thatyou may be liable or the payment o your

room rent up to 30 January 2016 unless weare able to re-let your room earlier In theevent that we are able to arrange a re-let you

need only pay until the date that the newtenant moves in

I notice is not received on or beore4 December 2015 no rebate o rent will b e

given i you decide to leave beore the enddate specified in your allocation letter

unless we are able to re-let your room Thisapplies even i your move-in date is afer

4 December 2015 I you leave beore the endo your licence or tenancy yoursquoll be requiredto continue paying until your account is

cleared in ull

I you cease to be a student because you

withdraw rom your course or the Universityterminates your course your licence to

occupy University Accommodation andthereore your liability or rent ceases whenyou move out and return the key Please

ensure you notiy Accommodation Servicesin writing o your intended move-out date so

all necessary arrangements can be made

Deposits

Residents are required to pay an advanced

payment o pound250 this will be credited to yourrent invoice afer you move in I you do not

move in the advanced payment will be usedto offset any loss o rent until a replacement

tenant is ound including an admin ee

Drug Misuse

The possession o illegal drugs is a criminaloffence and possession with intent to supplyis a more serious offence It is also an offence

or the University to allow drugs to be used inpremises it owns or manages It is thereore the

policy o the University not to tolerate the useo illegal drugs in student residences Students

ound to be using or in the possession o anyillegal drug including cannabis or who allowillegal drugs to be used in their study bedroom

will receive a substantial fine a final warningand instructions to cease their illegal activities

immediately I the studentrsquos behaviour alsoindicates that they are unsuited to communalliving they may be asked to leave residences

(see Misconduct)

The University will inorm the Police o anystudent suspected o dealing in drugs The

University also reserves the right to provideinormation to the Police about students oundto be using or in possession o illegal drugs

Electoral Registration

Students in residence in the middle o

October will be included on an annual returnmade to Guildord Borough Council which

is used to prepare the Electoral Roll Werecommend that you also register to vote at

your home address in case an election occursduring a vacation

Electrical Appliances

Residents may not install or use any heater

iron kettle ridge reezer washing machinemicrowave or other cooking equipmentin their bedroom Under no circumstances

should electrical outlets or appliances be

interered with or overloaded Multi-socketadapters should be CE or BS kite-marked andhave a use and lsquoonrsquo indicator light Kitchenappliances must have a 3-pin UK used plug

Un-used continental plugs and adaptors arenot permitted The University reserves the right

to remove without warning unsae electricalappliances or non-UK standard appliance leads

that are not CE or BS kite-marked

Furniture

Items should be kept in the room they areprovided You are expected to return all

urniture to its original position when youvacate your accommodation

Guests

You are responsible or the behaviour o your

guests and must accompany them at all times

ensuring that they comply with all relevantparts o these Conditions Guests are not

permitted in your accommodation between11pm and 8am Guest rooms may be booked

via Accommodation Services

Health and Safety

Residents are required to conduct themselves

in a responsible and sae manner at all timesThe instructions and guidance in the lsquoHealth

and Saetyrsquo section o the lsquoResidents Guidersquoorm part o the lsquoConditions o Residencersquo

Inventory

An inventory orm will be emailed to you

and you are advised to record the conditiono the room and urniture when you arriveThe inventory can either be emailed to

Accommodation Services or returned to yourCourt Reception

Keys and LocksA charge o pound20 will be made i you ail to

return your room key or security ob whenyou vacate your room I keys or security obs

are lost or broken a charge o pound20 is made orreplacements An additional charge o pound75 is

made i a lock change is necessary Residentsmay not change locks or add locks or alarmsto their rooms

I you need a replacement key or security ob

you can obtain this on payment o pound20 atAccommodation Services or at Manor ParkReception Out o office hours you should

go to your Court Reception When they areclosed the 24 hour Security Office in Senate

House will assist you usually by letting youinto your room

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Misconduct

Full details o the Universityrsquos disciplinary

procedures may be ound on the Universitywebsite wwwsurreyacukcurrentstudents

Misconduct relating to incidents in or

around the Residences is dealt with throughan escalating system o penalties issued bythe Wardens

An offence may lead to a Warning and

may be accompanied by a fine up to pound200depending on the seriousness o the offence

The Warden has the authority to move astudent to alternative accommodation withimmediate effect pending investigation o an

alleged act o serious misconduct

I through an act o serious misconduct orthrough repeated misconduct a student

demonstrates they are not suited tocommunal living they will be required toleave residence I a penalty is issued there

exists a provision or appeal

Under no circumstances may a student whohas been required to leave residence re-apply

or University accommodation during thatacademic year and they may be excludedrom applying or uture years i deemed

appropriate by a Disciplinary Panel

Noise

There is a level o noise associated with living

within a communal environment and noisecan become an issue when many people live

in close proximity to each other You mustnot make excessive noise at any time o the

day or night In addition there should beminimal noise audible outside the room youare in between 11pm and 8am (quiet hours)

When deciding i noise is excessive the

ollowing points will be considered

raquo Has a complaint(s) been receivedraquo Possible impact on other residents and

members o the Universitylocal community

raquo Level o noise being created and the timeo day

raquo Have previous complaints been made

I in the judgment o a member o UniversityStaff (this will mainly be a member o theWardening Team or Security Department)

the noise is deemed to be excessive andor intrusive then the level o noise will be

required to be reduced imm ediately theitem creating the noise can be confiscatedand urther disciplinary action may be

taken i appropriate

To ensure that the above conditions aremet we recommend that headphones are

used or listening to music and other audiooutput during quiet hours and residentsconsider their use i they wish to listen to

items at high volume

Within any large organisation on occasionthere will be events incidents or works that

may cause disruption to other memberso the organisation Whilst the Universitywill seek to minimise these occurrences

and to inorm residents whenever possiblethere may be times where disruption is

unavoidable

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Room Changes Swaps

You may not change rooms without the

agreement o Accommodation ServicesThose who swap rooms without prior

permission will ace disciplinary action thatcan include a fine and maybe excluded rom

accommodation in uture years Room swapswhere two residents agree to swap roomswith each other are permitted rom late

October Further details will be emailed toresidents or you can contact Accommodation

Services An administration ee o pound50 ischarged per resident or a room swap

In exceptional circumstances with supportrom Centre o Wellbeing or Student Advice

a room change may be permitted For urtherdetails and to collect the appropriate orm

please visit Accommodation Services

In exceptional circumstances and withprior consultation the University reservesthe right to move residents to alternative

accommodation

Security of Rooms and Property

Whenever you leave your room you should

lock your room door and the outside orstaircase door I your room is on the groundfloor you should also latch your window

closed This ensures security or everyoneThe University accepts no liability or any loss

o or damage to your personal belongings

Single Sex flatsfloors

Students occupying rooms in single sex flatsor floors may not have visitors o the opposite

sex afer 10pm on any night o the week

Smoking

Residents or their guests may not smoke

or use an electronic cigarette inside anyUniversity building or in the entrance to or

close to windows or vents o any buildingincluding the Residences This rule includes

a ban on smoking within individual studentbedrooms Failure to comply with thisregulation will result in disciplinary action

being taken

Sub-letting of Rooms

Accommodation is available or the exclusiveuse o the person to whom it is let whilst

they are a ull time registered student o the

University You may not sub-let or allowanyone else to use your room ailure to complywith this regulation will result in disciplinaryaction being taken see the Misconduct section

or more details Overnight guests should bebooked into guest rooms Please note random

spot-checks occur throughout the year to checkthe ID o residents

Summer Vacation Residence

You can apply or residence during the

summer vacation Applications can be madethrough the online store afer the Easter

vacation Further details can be ound on theAccommodation web pages No reduction orent is given or periods spent away rom the

University in vacations Normal Conditions oResidence apply to vacation periods

Television

There are TV rooms in the Residences with

Bellerby residents able to use acilitiesat Manor Park I you own or operate a

television in your room you must have yourown TV licence A TV licence i s also required

i you watch live television on a computer

You are not allowed to attach aerials or

satellite dishes internally or externally to anyresidence buildings

Parking

There is no parking or residents on Stag Hill

campus and at Manor Park

As a condition o having a place in Residencestudents who are resident in all Courts (except

Hazel Farm) may not bring a car or other our-wheeled motor vehicle on to the Universitygrounds and while in residence undertake

not to keep one on the public roads within thelsquoexclusion zonersquo used or deciding eligibility

or parking permits

Students resident at Hazel Farm may parkree o charge in designated spaces at HazelFarm Residents o Hazel Farm are not eligible

or permits to park on Stag Hill campusduring office hours There is a limited number

o spaces or students resident at BellerbyCourt who may apply or a parking permitrom the contractor who is responsible or all

parking matters in the vicinity o the Court

Student residents may park a motorcycle onany University campus i it is registered with

the Security Department and is parked withina marked motorcycle bay

Full details o the University ParkingRegulations can be ound at

surreyacukcurrentstudentscampus

transport

Parties

The Residences and surrounding areas are not

suitable or large parties I you wish to holda party within or outside o your Court or

small groups o riends you must first obtainpermission one week in advance rom your

Warden who may grant permission subjectto rules which include accepting liability or

any charges resulting rom the party Partiesare allowed on Friday or Saturday nightsonly outside o designated exam periods A

ull copy o the partybarbeque regulations isavailable rom the Wardensrsquo website

Pets

You may not keep pets in your residence

Posters

You may not post notices other than

those or RAG publicity or student electioncampaigns in your windows or in any other

part o the Court except on notice boards

Rent

You will receive an email to your University oSurrey email account rom Accommodation

Services containing your rent invoice Theinvoice includes details o how to go onlineand make payment I you donrsquot get this email

within 14 days o moving in please contactAccommodation Services Contact details are at

the back o this handbook

Rents are payable or the whole periodspecified in your Accommodation agreementNo rebate is given i you arrive late or leave

beore the end o the period specified in yourAccommodation agreement

Rent may be paid in ull or the year or in

instalments You are encouraged to use theUniversity on-line payment system to m akepayments

You are responsible or payment by the

dates indicated on the invoice I payment isnot received within 28 days o your taking

up residence your licence to occupy maybe terminated I you are having difficulties

paying your rent you must contact theStudent Finance Team as soon as possibleContact details are at the back o this booklet

Rents are reviewed annually by theUniversity and are confirmed by the

Executive Board Rents normally increase inSeptember and are in orce or the ollowing

academic year

Accommodation Services reserves the rightto withhold University accommodation roma student who it has been established owes

rent to the University or a private landlord

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USEFUL CONTACTS

Accommodation Services

Philip Marchant Building

E accommodationsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682466

Open Mon to Fri 10am to 5pm

facebookcomSurreyResidenceExperience

Security

Ground Floor Senate House

T +44 (0)1483 682002

Emergencies (internal) 3333

Emergencies +44(0)1483 683333

Court Receptions

Stag Hill Reception

Stag Hill Court University Court

Millennium House

E staghillreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 689078

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 7pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Battersea Reception

Battersea Court Surrey CourtE batterseareceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682473

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 11pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Cathedral Reception

Cathedral Court International House

Twyford Court

E cathedralreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682468

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 7pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Manor Park Reception

Manor Park Bellerby Court

E manorparkreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 683500

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 11pm

Sat amp Sun 10am to 2pm (Security presence 247)

Hazel Farm Caretakerrsquos Office

Hazel Farm

E accommodationsurreyacuk

T +44(0)1483 683536

Student Life Mentoring

Student Services Centre

E mentoringsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 68 3510 6694 4824

facebookcomsurreystudent

Twitter surreystudent

Estates and Facilities Helpdesk

(online reporting of maintenance issues)

httparchibussurreyacukstudenthelpdesk

indexcfm

Look for this button on the Accommodation

Services website

Finance

Student Receivables (rent payments)

Student Services Centre

E student-receivablessurreyacuk

IT Services

(Room internet ndash Surrey ResNet)

Contact your Court Reception to arrange for a

ResNet Advisor to visit

E usersupportsurreyacuk

Wardens

Please see contact details posted within your

accommodation or follow the link below to the

Wardensrsquo website

surreyacukcurrentstudents

accommodationwardens

Wardens can also be contacted by the email

addresses below

Battersea Court and Surrey Courtbatterseaampsurreywardensurreyacuk

Cathedral Court and Guildford Court

cathedralampguildfordwardensurreyacuk

International House and Twyford Court

interamptwyfordwardensurreyacuk

Manor Park and Bellerby Court

manorparkwardensurreyacuk

Hazel Farm

hazelfarmwardensurreyacuk

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Accommodation Services

Philip Marchant Building

University of Surrey

Guildord Surrey GU2 7XH UK

T +44 (0)1483 682 466

E accommodationsurreyacuk

wwwfacebookcom

SurreyResidenceExperience

surreyacukaccommodation

Disclaimer

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this

publication at the time of going to press (June 2015) The University undertakes all reasonable

steps to provide the services described in this guide but reserves the right however to introduce

changes to the information given Should industrial action or circumstances beyond the control

of the University interfere with its ability to provide services the University undertakes to use

all reasonable steps to minimise any resultant disruption Please refer to our website for up-

to-date information

June 2015

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SECURITY HEALTH

A N D S A F E T Y

You are required to conduct yourself responsibly

and in a safe manner that is compatible with

the health safety and wellbeing of your fellow

residents and the buildings in which you live

It is an offence in law to interere with or misuse anything

provided in the interests o health and saety including fire

detection systems fire alarms and fire-fighting equipment TheUniversity will take disciplinary action against any resident

ound to be endangering the welare o other residents ormembers o the University Community

A copy o the University Health and Saety Policy can be

viewed at surreyacukhsd

Emergencies

In case o an emergency please contact Security on extension3333 or +44 (0)1483 683333 rom mobile phones

On Stag Hill campusManor Park in an emergency (medicalfire assault etc) always contact Security They will then come

directly to the incident and wi ll also contact the EmergencyServices or you

At Hazel Farm and Bellerby Court please call 999 or theAmbulance Service Fire Brigade or Police As soon as possible

aferwards contact University Security to inorm them that theEmergency Services have been called

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Electrical Safety

All electrical supplies in the Residences

operate at 230 volts and i used incorrectly cangive atal electric shocks Faulty or damaged

electrical equipment can also cause fires

The electrical equipment provided by theUniversity is routinely checked to ensure itis sae I you bring electrical equipment into

the residences it must be in good conditionand be fitted with a UK 3-pin plug with a

use Continental two or three -pin plugs andadaptors should not be used The University

reserves the right to remove withoutwarning electrical appliances it deems to beunsae or appliance leads that are not CE or

BS kite-marked

For your own saety and that o your ellowresidents you must stop using equipment

immediately i you notice the ollowingdanger signs

raquo Plugs or wall sockets which are overheatingor are scorched or cracked

raquo Cables or wires which are loose exposed orraying

raquo A burning smell when appliances are

switched onraquo Fuses which blow requently

I you are concerned about any o the electrical

installations or appliances in your Residenceplease speak to your Court Reception

Fire Safety

I you find a fire sound the alarmimmediately by hitting the nearest alarm callpoint ndash they are usually near the entrance

to your flatfloor When you hear a loudelectronic siren anywhere in the University

this means a fire evacuation and you and anyguests must leave the building immediatelyand go to your designated assembly point or

Court Reception i directed to do so You mustonly return to the building when a Fire Officer

or Security Officer instructs you to do so

The fire-fighting apparatus is supplied oruse only in an emergency I you do have to

use this equipment please report this to yourCourt Reception as soon as possible so it canbe replaced Tampering with any fire saety

equipment eg fire alarms unnecessarilydischarging fire extinguishers propping

open fire doors or covering sm oke detectorsis a serious offence Any resident oundmisusing saety equipment will be fined

may be required to leave the residence andcould be reported to the Police or Criminal

Investigation

Fire evacuation practices are arranged duringthe First Semester You are required to co-

operate with the instructions o Universitystaff during practice evacuations I you havea disability the University Fire Saety Officer

will advise you about sae evacuation in theevent o a fire Please note that fire escapes

exits should only be used in emergencies

Nearly all the fires in student housing start

in the kitchen and most i nvolve cookingas a result residents must never leave their

cooking unattended They should takereasonable steps to prevent a fire eg never

filling a pan more than one-third ull o oilkeeping grill pans clean not putting teatowels on a hob directly afer use and b eing

especially cautious i they are under theinfluence o alcohol or any other medication

Gas Safety

I you smell gas you should report this to

University Security by dialling extension3333 rom any University phone or+44 (0)1483 683333 rom mobile phones

Gas appliances in the Residences areserviced and saety checked annually bylsquoGas Saersquo qualified contractors Landlords

Gas Saety Certificates are displayed inrelevant buildings and are also available

to view by prior arrangement at theAccommodation Office

General Health and Safety

raquo I you have an accident or a lsquonear missrsquoaccident or you spot a saety hazard you should

report this to your Court Reception or toAccommodation Services or University 24 HourSecurity Office All accidents must be ormally

reported on a University Incident Report Formraquo Bicycles additional urniture or other large

items may not be brought into Residence

buildings they must not be stored externallywhere they obstruct access to doors or stairs

raquo You must not obstruct doors corridors stairsor communal areas

raquo You may not burn candles joss sticks or usenaked flames or lsquohookahrsquo pipes in Res idences

The use o candles or other naked flames inUniversity accommodation is prohibited

raquo Residents are not allowed to bring into the

Courts any substance or equipment whichmight be hazardous to health or saety eg

petrol solvents Nitric Oxide Synthase (NOS)laboratory equipment etc

raquo You may not bring weapons or replicaweapons into the Courts including guns airguns swords knives etc

raquo Residents who have children are responsibleor their saety whilst in University buildings

English Law does not speciy a particular ageat which a child can be lef unsupervisedHowever parents may be prosecuted i they

leave a child alone lsquoin a manner which islikely to cause unnecessary suffering or

injury to healthrsquo (Children and Young PersonsAct 1933) University residences should

be regarded as high risk areas or youngchildren Babies and toddlers should never belef alone in any circumstances

raquo University staff have the right to carry outtheir duties without ear o intimidation

and abuse Such behaviour directed at s taffis a very serious offence and will lead todisciplinary action

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P O L I C I E S

Policy for Accommodating

Students with Disabilities

There are study bedrooms designed orstudents with disabilities and other specialneeds within most o the Courts o Residence

These include rooms or wheelchair usersdea students and or students whose

disability requires additional space orspecial equipment

The University recognises that in exceptional

cases students who are severely disabledor suffer rom mental health disabilityor severe medical impairment could not

attend University unless they are offeredUniversity accommodation Accommodation

Services will consider applicantsrecommended by Centre o Wellbeing or theDisability Coordinator in accordance with

University policies and subject to suitableaccommodation being available

Students with significant special needs areadvised to visit our campus prior to arrival to

discuss their requirements and view the typeo acilities available

The existence or pre-existence o d isordersthat are well controlled and have responded

to medical treatment even though there isa continuation o medical treatment does

not necessarily constitute grounds orUniversity accommodation Examples oconditions not normally considered are

ndash urinary tract inections irritable bowelsyndrome asthma dyslexia eczema well-

managed diabetes or epilepsy

Allocation Policy

The lsquoAccommodation Allocation Policyrsquois reviewed annually by the University

in conjunction with the Studentsrsquo UnionChanges o the policy are recommended tothe Commercial Affairs Committee which

normally decides the policy in November

The current policy can be viewed atsurreyacukaccommodation

Application Procedure

New students are invited to apply or

accommodation rom March each yearUndergraduate students have placesconfirmed during August and September

Postgraduate students have places confirmedafer the University receives an agreed

proportion o your course ees usually duringAugust and September

The majority o applications are made usingan on-line system and confirmations o

allocation are emailed to you

Eligible continuing students are able toapply or accommodation online during

late Novemberearly December Detailscan be ound online at surreyacuk

accommodation Applicants will be inormedi they have been successul in the firstinstance by the end o February

Complaints

I you have a complaint you should firsttry to resolve it inormally Please see the

ront o this Guide or details o which areato contact I you are unsure please contactAccommodation Services

I you are not satisfied with the outcome

you may make a written complaint toAccommodation Services A response will

normally be given in five working days

I you are unhappy about the way that your

complaint has been dealt with then you mayrequest to have the complaint reviewed Details

can be given via Accommodation Services

Contractual Relationship

Students living in University-ownedaccommodation are licensees Your licence is

granted because o your intention to ollow acourse o study at the University I you cease toollow a course o study at the University you

will be required to leave residence

Your contractual agreement is or a fixed periodand i you decide to leave your residence beore

the end o that fixed period you will still berequired to pay rent or the ull duration

When you apply or accommodation youhave to agree to abide by the lsquoConditions

o Residencersquo set out b elow These are animportant part o your licence agreement

or tenancy

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surreyacuk University of Surrey 23

PAYING FOR YOUR ROOM

When do I need to pay for my room

We will send you an invoice by email to your University EmailAccount within14 days o arrival and this will show your ldquoPay

byrdquo date

What should I do if I do not receive an invoice

Wait or 14 days afer you have arrived and re-check yourUniversity Email Account I the invoice has still not beenemailed to you contact the Accommodation Services their

contact details are at the back o this booklet

How do I pay my Residence Fees

When you receive your invoice read both pages o the invoicecareully as these will have all the inormation you need to pay

Method 1

Pay in ull by the ldquoPay byrdquo date shown on page 1 o yourinvoice by card on our website surreyacukaccommodation

payment

Method 2

I you are staying or more than 16 weeks you wi ll be offeredthe chance to pay in instalments See page two o your invoice

or details

Contact Accommodation Services i you have not received

your invoice within 14 days o arrival or have a queryregarding the rent you have been charged I you have

concerns about your ability to pay please contact the Student

Finance Team in the Student Services Centre

See back o booklet or contact inormation

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C O N D I T I O N S O F R E S I D E N C E

Abandoned PropertyYou may not leave property behind anywherein the Court afer you vacate your room I

any property is ound in or about your roomafer you have lef (including property lef

in or around any other part o the Universityeg cycles in Court cycle sheds) then theUniversity may dispose o such property in

the manner it finds appropriate

Access to Your Accommodation

I you report a ault inside your bedroom orflat you give permission or maintenance

staff to enter and rectiy the ault I we needaccess to your accommodation to carry out

routine maintenance or inspections orexample annual electrical equipment testingwersquoll give you at least 48 hours notice o

when this is due to happen In an emergency

or example a fire alert or flood we may enteryour accommodation without giving notice

The University reserves the right to enteryour accommodation i they have reasonablegrounds to suspect that there is a breach o

the Conditions o Residences or the welareo any resident is at risk In exceptional

circumstances the University may conduct asearch o a room

ArrivalArrival instructions will be sent to youvia email Yoursquoll normally be allocated a

room rom the weekend beore your coursestarts Please check your Allocation Letter

to confirm your arrival date Internationalstudents may be admitted up to our daysearlier i they are participating in the

International Orientation

Bicycles

Bicycles may not be brought into Residencebuildings There are lockable bicycle stores

available in each Court o Residence

Business Use

Residents may not operate a business in orrom University accommodation

Cleaning

You are expected to keep your room and

communal areas in a clean tidy and hygieniccondition and equipment is provided or

this Most communal areas are in additioncleaned periodically by cleaning staff Whenyou depart you must leave your room (and

shower room where applicable) clean andtidy and empty o rubbish

Residents o amily flats and Hazel Farm areresponsible or removing waste to externalcollection points

The University reserves the right to charge

residents or excess cleaning i hygiene andcleanliness all below a reasonable standard

in bedrooms andor communal areasThe accommodation is inspected prior todeparture and residents may be charged or

excess cleaning

Council Tax

Full time students living in Universityresidences are exempt rom Council Tax

Residents o amily accommodation are liableto pay Council Tax which is collected by the

University with and in addition to rent The

amount o Council Tax depends on the size othe flat and circumstances o the amily

Damage

Yoursquoll be held responsible or damage in yourroom beyond air wear and tear Rooms are

inspected prior to departure and yoursquoll beinvoiced or the cost o repairing any damageYou are expected to maintain the security o

communal areas by locking outer doors whenyou go in or out Damage in communal areas

is the responsibility o the whole floor orhouse and will be charged accordingly

Residents are responsible to pay or non-

return or loss o keys or returning urnitureto its original position and or deterioration o

urniture fittings or structure o the room orcommunal areas not due to air wear and tear

and any additional cleaning required Roomsflats are inspected at intervals throughout theyear and beore departure Any charges due

will be invoiced

Data Protection

Personal data collected on your

accommodation application will be held onthe University database or administrativepurposes It will be processed in accordance

with the statutory Data Protection Principlesand the Universityrsquos registration under the Data

Protection Acts 1984 amp 1998 The University is

required to disclose your name and campusaddress to Guildord Borough Council toenable the electoral roll to be updated

The Conditions of Residence are the rules and policies of residence

When you apply for accommodation you have to agree to abide by the

Conditions of Residence and these are an important part of your licence

agreement or tenancy (see PoliciesContractual Relationship)

The University reserves the right to introduce such changes to the

Conditions of Residence as may be necessary or desirable

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Departure and Giving Notice to

Leave Early

You are required to vacate your

accommodation and return keys by middayon the end date stated in your Allocation

Letter or tenancy There are no on campusstorage acilities or residentsrsquo belongings butAccommodation Services can supply details

o local storage companies

I you decide to move out o residence beorethe end date o your licence or tenancy you

must give notice to leave by letter email orby using a Withdrawal Form available atAccommodation Services

Residents may give notice to leave theirresidence at the end o the First SemesterNotice must be received in writing no later

than 4 December 2015 and you must vacateyour room by 30 January 2016

I you wish to vacate your room earlier than30 January you can advise Accommodation

Services o your intentions Please note thatyou may be liable or the payment o your

room rent up to 30 January 2016 unless weare able to re-let your room earlier In theevent that we are able to arrange a re-let you

need only pay until the date that the newtenant moves in

I notice is not received on or beore4 December 2015 no rebate o rent will b e

given i you decide to leave beore the enddate specified in your allocation letter

unless we are able to re-let your room Thisapplies even i your move-in date is afer

4 December 2015 I you leave beore the endo your licence or tenancy yoursquoll be requiredto continue paying until your account is

cleared in ull

I you cease to be a student because you

withdraw rom your course or the Universityterminates your course your licence to

occupy University Accommodation andthereore your liability or rent ceases whenyou move out and return the key Please

ensure you notiy Accommodation Servicesin writing o your intended move-out date so

all necessary arrangements can be made

Deposits

Residents are required to pay an advanced

payment o pound250 this will be credited to yourrent invoice afer you move in I you do not

move in the advanced payment will be usedto offset any loss o rent until a replacement

tenant is ound including an admin ee

Drug Misuse

The possession o illegal drugs is a criminaloffence and possession with intent to supplyis a more serious offence It is also an offence

or the University to allow drugs to be used inpremises it owns or manages It is thereore the

policy o the University not to tolerate the useo illegal drugs in student residences Students

ound to be using or in the possession o anyillegal drug including cannabis or who allowillegal drugs to be used in their study bedroom

will receive a substantial fine a final warningand instructions to cease their illegal activities

immediately I the studentrsquos behaviour alsoindicates that they are unsuited to communalliving they may be asked to leave residences

(see Misconduct)

The University will inorm the Police o anystudent suspected o dealing in drugs The

University also reserves the right to provideinormation to the Police about students oundto be using or in possession o illegal drugs

Electoral Registration

Students in residence in the middle o

October will be included on an annual returnmade to Guildord Borough Council which

is used to prepare the Electoral Roll Werecommend that you also register to vote at

your home address in case an election occursduring a vacation

Electrical Appliances

Residents may not install or use any heater

iron kettle ridge reezer washing machinemicrowave or other cooking equipmentin their bedroom Under no circumstances

should electrical outlets or appliances be

interered with or overloaded Multi-socketadapters should be CE or BS kite-marked andhave a use and lsquoonrsquo indicator light Kitchenappliances must have a 3-pin UK used plug

Un-used continental plugs and adaptors arenot permitted The University reserves the right

to remove without warning unsae electricalappliances or non-UK standard appliance leads

that are not CE or BS kite-marked

Furniture

Items should be kept in the room they areprovided You are expected to return all

urniture to its original position when youvacate your accommodation

Guests

You are responsible or the behaviour o your

guests and must accompany them at all times

ensuring that they comply with all relevantparts o these Conditions Guests are not

permitted in your accommodation between11pm and 8am Guest rooms may be booked

via Accommodation Services

Health and Safety

Residents are required to conduct themselves

in a responsible and sae manner at all timesThe instructions and guidance in the lsquoHealth

and Saetyrsquo section o the lsquoResidents Guidersquoorm part o the lsquoConditions o Residencersquo

Inventory

An inventory orm will be emailed to you

and you are advised to record the conditiono the room and urniture when you arriveThe inventory can either be emailed to

Accommodation Services or returned to yourCourt Reception

Keys and LocksA charge o pound20 will be made i you ail to

return your room key or security ob whenyou vacate your room I keys or security obs

are lost or broken a charge o pound20 is made orreplacements An additional charge o pound75 is

made i a lock change is necessary Residentsmay not change locks or add locks or alarmsto their rooms

I you need a replacement key or security ob

you can obtain this on payment o pound20 atAccommodation Services or at Manor ParkReception Out o office hours you should

go to your Court Reception When they areclosed the 24 hour Security Office in Senate

House will assist you usually by letting youinto your room

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Misconduct

Full details o the Universityrsquos disciplinary

procedures may be ound on the Universitywebsite wwwsurreyacukcurrentstudents

Misconduct relating to incidents in or

around the Residences is dealt with throughan escalating system o penalties issued bythe Wardens

An offence may lead to a Warning and

may be accompanied by a fine up to pound200depending on the seriousness o the offence

The Warden has the authority to move astudent to alternative accommodation withimmediate effect pending investigation o an

alleged act o serious misconduct

I through an act o serious misconduct orthrough repeated misconduct a student

demonstrates they are not suited tocommunal living they will be required toleave residence I a penalty is issued there

exists a provision or appeal

Under no circumstances may a student whohas been required to leave residence re-apply

or University accommodation during thatacademic year and they may be excludedrom applying or uture years i deemed

appropriate by a Disciplinary Panel

Noise

There is a level o noise associated with living

within a communal environment and noisecan become an issue when many people live

in close proximity to each other You mustnot make excessive noise at any time o the

day or night In addition there should beminimal noise audible outside the room youare in between 11pm and 8am (quiet hours)

When deciding i noise is excessive the

ollowing points will be considered

raquo Has a complaint(s) been receivedraquo Possible impact on other residents and

members o the Universitylocal community

raquo Level o noise being created and the timeo day

raquo Have previous complaints been made

I in the judgment o a member o UniversityStaff (this will mainly be a member o theWardening Team or Security Department)

the noise is deemed to be excessive andor intrusive then the level o noise will be

required to be reduced imm ediately theitem creating the noise can be confiscatedand urther disciplinary action may be

taken i appropriate

To ensure that the above conditions aremet we recommend that headphones are

used or listening to music and other audiooutput during quiet hours and residentsconsider their use i they wish to listen to

items at high volume

Within any large organisation on occasionthere will be events incidents or works that

may cause disruption to other memberso the organisation Whilst the Universitywill seek to minimise these occurrences

and to inorm residents whenever possiblethere may be times where disruption is

unavoidable

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Room Changes Swaps

You may not change rooms without the

agreement o Accommodation ServicesThose who swap rooms without prior

permission will ace disciplinary action thatcan include a fine and maybe excluded rom

accommodation in uture years Room swapswhere two residents agree to swap roomswith each other are permitted rom late

October Further details will be emailed toresidents or you can contact Accommodation

Services An administration ee o pound50 ischarged per resident or a room swap

In exceptional circumstances with supportrom Centre o Wellbeing or Student Advice

a room change may be permitted For urtherdetails and to collect the appropriate orm

please visit Accommodation Services

In exceptional circumstances and withprior consultation the University reservesthe right to move residents to alternative

accommodation

Security of Rooms and Property

Whenever you leave your room you should

lock your room door and the outside orstaircase door I your room is on the groundfloor you should also latch your window

closed This ensures security or everyoneThe University accepts no liability or any loss

o or damage to your personal belongings

Single Sex flatsfloors

Students occupying rooms in single sex flatsor floors may not have visitors o the opposite

sex afer 10pm on any night o the week

Smoking

Residents or their guests may not smoke

or use an electronic cigarette inside anyUniversity building or in the entrance to or

close to windows or vents o any buildingincluding the Residences This rule includes

a ban on smoking within individual studentbedrooms Failure to comply with thisregulation will result in disciplinary action

being taken

Sub-letting of Rooms

Accommodation is available or the exclusiveuse o the person to whom it is let whilst

they are a ull time registered student o the

University You may not sub-let or allowanyone else to use your room ailure to complywith this regulation will result in disciplinaryaction being taken see the Misconduct section

or more details Overnight guests should bebooked into guest rooms Please note random

spot-checks occur throughout the year to checkthe ID o residents

Summer Vacation Residence

You can apply or residence during the

summer vacation Applications can be madethrough the online store afer the Easter

vacation Further details can be ound on theAccommodation web pages No reduction orent is given or periods spent away rom the

University in vacations Normal Conditions oResidence apply to vacation periods

Television

There are TV rooms in the Residences with

Bellerby residents able to use acilitiesat Manor Park I you own or operate a

television in your room you must have yourown TV licence A TV licence i s also required

i you watch live television on a computer

You are not allowed to attach aerials or

satellite dishes internally or externally to anyresidence buildings

Parking

There is no parking or residents on Stag Hill

campus and at Manor Park

As a condition o having a place in Residencestudents who are resident in all Courts (except

Hazel Farm) may not bring a car or other our-wheeled motor vehicle on to the Universitygrounds and while in residence undertake

not to keep one on the public roads within thelsquoexclusion zonersquo used or deciding eligibility

or parking permits

Students resident at Hazel Farm may parkree o charge in designated spaces at HazelFarm Residents o Hazel Farm are not eligible

or permits to park on Stag Hill campusduring office hours There is a limited number

o spaces or students resident at BellerbyCourt who may apply or a parking permitrom the contractor who is responsible or all

parking matters in the vicinity o the Court

Student residents may park a motorcycle onany University campus i it is registered with

the Security Department and is parked withina marked motorcycle bay

Full details o the University ParkingRegulations can be ound at

surreyacukcurrentstudentscampus

transport

Parties

The Residences and surrounding areas are not

suitable or large parties I you wish to holda party within or outside o your Court or

small groups o riends you must first obtainpermission one week in advance rom your

Warden who may grant permission subjectto rules which include accepting liability or

any charges resulting rom the party Partiesare allowed on Friday or Saturday nightsonly outside o designated exam periods A

ull copy o the partybarbeque regulations isavailable rom the Wardensrsquo website

Pets

You may not keep pets in your residence

Posters

You may not post notices other than

those or RAG publicity or student electioncampaigns in your windows or in any other

part o the Court except on notice boards

Rent

You will receive an email to your University oSurrey email account rom Accommodation

Services containing your rent invoice Theinvoice includes details o how to go onlineand make payment I you donrsquot get this email

within 14 days o moving in please contactAccommodation Services Contact details are at

the back o this handbook

Rents are payable or the whole periodspecified in your Accommodation agreementNo rebate is given i you arrive late or leave

beore the end o the period specified in yourAccommodation agreement

Rent may be paid in ull or the year or in

instalments You are encouraged to use theUniversity on-line payment system to m akepayments

You are responsible or payment by the

dates indicated on the invoice I payment isnot received within 28 days o your taking

up residence your licence to occupy maybe terminated I you are having difficulties

paying your rent you must contact theStudent Finance Team as soon as possibleContact details are at the back o this booklet

Rents are reviewed annually by theUniversity and are confirmed by the

Executive Board Rents normally increase inSeptember and are in orce or the ollowing

academic year

Accommodation Services reserves the rightto withhold University accommodation roma student who it has been established owes

rent to the University or a private landlord

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USEFUL CONTACTS

Accommodation Services

Philip Marchant Building

E accommodationsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682466

Open Mon to Fri 10am to 5pm

facebookcomSurreyResidenceExperience

Security

Ground Floor Senate House

T +44 (0)1483 682002

Emergencies (internal) 3333

Emergencies +44(0)1483 683333

Court Receptions

Stag Hill Reception

Stag Hill Court University Court

Millennium House

E staghillreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 689078

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 7pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Battersea Reception

Battersea Court Surrey CourtE batterseareceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682473

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 11pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Cathedral Reception

Cathedral Court International House

Twyford Court

E cathedralreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682468

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 7pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Manor Park Reception

Manor Park Bellerby Court

E manorparkreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 683500

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 11pm

Sat amp Sun 10am to 2pm (Security presence 247)

Hazel Farm Caretakerrsquos Office

Hazel Farm

E accommodationsurreyacuk

T +44(0)1483 683536

Student Life Mentoring

Student Services Centre

E mentoringsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 68 3510 6694 4824

facebookcomsurreystudent

Twitter surreystudent

Estates and Facilities Helpdesk

(online reporting of maintenance issues)

httparchibussurreyacukstudenthelpdesk

indexcfm

Look for this button on the Accommodation

Services website

Finance

Student Receivables (rent payments)

Student Services Centre

E student-receivablessurreyacuk

IT Services

(Room internet ndash Surrey ResNet)

Contact your Court Reception to arrange for a

ResNet Advisor to visit

E usersupportsurreyacuk

Wardens

Please see contact details posted within your

accommodation or follow the link below to the

Wardensrsquo website

surreyacukcurrentstudents

accommodationwardens

Wardens can also be contacted by the email

addresses below

Battersea Court and Surrey Courtbatterseaampsurreywardensurreyacuk

Cathedral Court and Guildford Court

cathedralampguildfordwardensurreyacuk

International House and Twyford Court

interamptwyfordwardensurreyacuk

Manor Park and Bellerby Court

manorparkwardensurreyacuk

Hazel Farm

hazelfarmwardensurreyacuk

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Accommodation Services

Philip Marchant Building

University of Surrey

Guildord Surrey GU2 7XH UK

T +44 (0)1483 682 466

E accommodationsurreyacuk

wwwfacebookcom

SurreyResidenceExperience

surreyacukaccommodation

Disclaimer

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this

publication at the time of going to press (June 2015) The University undertakes all reasonable

steps to provide the services described in this guide but reserves the right however to introduce

changes to the information given Should industrial action or circumstances beyond the control

of the University interfere with its ability to provide services the University undertakes to use

all reasonable steps to minimise any resultant disruption Please refer to our website for up-

to-date information

June 2015

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Electrical Safety

All electrical supplies in the Residences

operate at 230 volts and i used incorrectly cangive atal electric shocks Faulty or damaged

electrical equipment can also cause fires

The electrical equipment provided by theUniversity is routinely checked to ensure itis sae I you bring electrical equipment into

the residences it must be in good conditionand be fitted with a UK 3-pin plug with a

use Continental two or three -pin plugs andadaptors should not be used The University

reserves the right to remove withoutwarning electrical appliances it deems to beunsae or appliance leads that are not CE or

BS kite-marked

For your own saety and that o your ellowresidents you must stop using equipment

immediately i you notice the ollowingdanger signs

raquo Plugs or wall sockets which are overheatingor are scorched or cracked

raquo Cables or wires which are loose exposed orraying

raquo A burning smell when appliances are

switched onraquo Fuses which blow requently

I you are concerned about any o the electrical

installations or appliances in your Residenceplease speak to your Court Reception

Fire Safety

I you find a fire sound the alarmimmediately by hitting the nearest alarm callpoint ndash they are usually near the entrance

to your flatfloor When you hear a loudelectronic siren anywhere in the University

this means a fire evacuation and you and anyguests must leave the building immediatelyand go to your designated assembly point or

Court Reception i directed to do so You mustonly return to the building when a Fire Officer

or Security Officer instructs you to do so

The fire-fighting apparatus is supplied oruse only in an emergency I you do have to

use this equipment please report this to yourCourt Reception as soon as possible so it canbe replaced Tampering with any fire saety

equipment eg fire alarms unnecessarilydischarging fire extinguishers propping

open fire doors or covering sm oke detectorsis a serious offence Any resident oundmisusing saety equipment will be fined

may be required to leave the residence andcould be reported to the Police or Criminal

Investigation

Fire evacuation practices are arranged duringthe First Semester You are required to co-

operate with the instructions o Universitystaff during practice evacuations I you havea disability the University Fire Saety Officer

will advise you about sae evacuation in theevent o a fire Please note that fire escapes

exits should only be used in emergencies

Nearly all the fires in student housing start

in the kitchen and most i nvolve cookingas a result residents must never leave their

cooking unattended They should takereasonable steps to prevent a fire eg never

filling a pan more than one-third ull o oilkeeping grill pans clean not putting teatowels on a hob directly afer use and b eing

especially cautious i they are under theinfluence o alcohol or any other medication

Gas Safety

I you smell gas you should report this to

University Security by dialling extension3333 rom any University phone or+44 (0)1483 683333 rom mobile phones

Gas appliances in the Residences areserviced and saety checked annually bylsquoGas Saersquo qualified contractors Landlords

Gas Saety Certificates are displayed inrelevant buildings and are also available

to view by prior arrangement at theAccommodation Office

General Health and Safety

raquo I you have an accident or a lsquonear missrsquoaccident or you spot a saety hazard you should

report this to your Court Reception or toAccommodation Services or University 24 HourSecurity Office All accidents must be ormally

reported on a University Incident Report Formraquo Bicycles additional urniture or other large

items may not be brought into Residence

buildings they must not be stored externallywhere they obstruct access to doors or stairs

raquo You must not obstruct doors corridors stairsor communal areas

raquo You may not burn candles joss sticks or usenaked flames or lsquohookahrsquo pipes in Res idences

The use o candles or other naked flames inUniversity accommodation is prohibited

raquo Residents are not allowed to bring into the

Courts any substance or equipment whichmight be hazardous to health or saety eg

petrol solvents Nitric Oxide Synthase (NOS)laboratory equipment etc

raquo You may not bring weapons or replicaweapons into the Courts including guns airguns swords knives etc

raquo Residents who have children are responsibleor their saety whilst in University buildings

English Law does not speciy a particular ageat which a child can be lef unsupervisedHowever parents may be prosecuted i they

leave a child alone lsquoin a manner which islikely to cause unnecessary suffering or

injury to healthrsquo (Children and Young PersonsAct 1933) University residences should

be regarded as high risk areas or youngchildren Babies and toddlers should never belef alone in any circumstances

raquo University staff have the right to carry outtheir duties without ear o intimidation

and abuse Such behaviour directed at s taffis a very serious offence and will lead todisciplinary action

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P O L I C I E S

Policy for Accommodating

Students with Disabilities

There are study bedrooms designed orstudents with disabilities and other specialneeds within most o the Courts o Residence

These include rooms or wheelchair usersdea students and or students whose

disability requires additional space orspecial equipment

The University recognises that in exceptional

cases students who are severely disabledor suffer rom mental health disabilityor severe medical impairment could not

attend University unless they are offeredUniversity accommodation Accommodation

Services will consider applicantsrecommended by Centre o Wellbeing or theDisability Coordinator in accordance with

University policies and subject to suitableaccommodation being available

Students with significant special needs areadvised to visit our campus prior to arrival to

discuss their requirements and view the typeo acilities available

The existence or pre-existence o d isordersthat are well controlled and have responded

to medical treatment even though there isa continuation o medical treatment does

not necessarily constitute grounds orUniversity accommodation Examples oconditions not normally considered are

ndash urinary tract inections irritable bowelsyndrome asthma dyslexia eczema well-

managed diabetes or epilepsy

Allocation Policy

The lsquoAccommodation Allocation Policyrsquois reviewed annually by the University

in conjunction with the Studentsrsquo UnionChanges o the policy are recommended tothe Commercial Affairs Committee which

normally decides the policy in November

The current policy can be viewed atsurreyacukaccommodation

Application Procedure

New students are invited to apply or

accommodation rom March each yearUndergraduate students have placesconfirmed during August and September

Postgraduate students have places confirmedafer the University receives an agreed

proportion o your course ees usually duringAugust and September

The majority o applications are made usingan on-line system and confirmations o

allocation are emailed to you

Eligible continuing students are able toapply or accommodation online during

late Novemberearly December Detailscan be ound online at surreyacuk

accommodation Applicants will be inormedi they have been successul in the firstinstance by the end o February

Complaints

I you have a complaint you should firsttry to resolve it inormally Please see the

ront o this Guide or details o which areato contact I you are unsure please contactAccommodation Services

I you are not satisfied with the outcome

you may make a written complaint toAccommodation Services A response will

normally be given in five working days

I you are unhappy about the way that your

complaint has been dealt with then you mayrequest to have the complaint reviewed Details

can be given via Accommodation Services

Contractual Relationship

Students living in University-ownedaccommodation are licensees Your licence is

granted because o your intention to ollow acourse o study at the University I you cease toollow a course o study at the University you

will be required to leave residence

Your contractual agreement is or a fixed periodand i you decide to leave your residence beore

the end o that fixed period you will still berequired to pay rent or the ull duration

When you apply or accommodation youhave to agree to abide by the lsquoConditions

o Residencersquo set out b elow These are animportant part o your licence agreement

or tenancy

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surreyacuk University of Surrey 23

PAYING FOR YOUR ROOM

When do I need to pay for my room

We will send you an invoice by email to your University EmailAccount within14 days o arrival and this will show your ldquoPay

byrdquo date

What should I do if I do not receive an invoice

Wait or 14 days afer you have arrived and re-check yourUniversity Email Account I the invoice has still not beenemailed to you contact the Accommodation Services their

contact details are at the back o this booklet

How do I pay my Residence Fees

When you receive your invoice read both pages o the invoicecareully as these will have all the inormation you need to pay

Method 1

Pay in ull by the ldquoPay byrdquo date shown on page 1 o yourinvoice by card on our website surreyacukaccommodation

payment

Method 2

I you are staying or more than 16 weeks you wi ll be offeredthe chance to pay in instalments See page two o your invoice

or details

Contact Accommodation Services i you have not received

your invoice within 14 days o arrival or have a queryregarding the rent you have been charged I you have

concerns about your ability to pay please contact the Student

Finance Team in the Student Services Centre

See back o booklet or contact inormation

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C O N D I T I O N S O F R E S I D E N C E

Abandoned PropertyYou may not leave property behind anywherein the Court afer you vacate your room I

any property is ound in or about your roomafer you have lef (including property lef

in or around any other part o the Universityeg cycles in Court cycle sheds) then theUniversity may dispose o such property in

the manner it finds appropriate

Access to Your Accommodation

I you report a ault inside your bedroom orflat you give permission or maintenance

staff to enter and rectiy the ault I we needaccess to your accommodation to carry out

routine maintenance or inspections orexample annual electrical equipment testingwersquoll give you at least 48 hours notice o

when this is due to happen In an emergency

or example a fire alert or flood we may enteryour accommodation without giving notice

The University reserves the right to enteryour accommodation i they have reasonablegrounds to suspect that there is a breach o

the Conditions o Residences or the welareo any resident is at risk In exceptional

circumstances the University may conduct asearch o a room

ArrivalArrival instructions will be sent to youvia email Yoursquoll normally be allocated a

room rom the weekend beore your coursestarts Please check your Allocation Letter

to confirm your arrival date Internationalstudents may be admitted up to our daysearlier i they are participating in the

International Orientation

Bicycles

Bicycles may not be brought into Residencebuildings There are lockable bicycle stores

available in each Court o Residence

Business Use

Residents may not operate a business in orrom University accommodation

Cleaning

You are expected to keep your room and

communal areas in a clean tidy and hygieniccondition and equipment is provided or

this Most communal areas are in additioncleaned periodically by cleaning staff Whenyou depart you must leave your room (and

shower room where applicable) clean andtidy and empty o rubbish

Residents o amily flats and Hazel Farm areresponsible or removing waste to externalcollection points

The University reserves the right to charge

residents or excess cleaning i hygiene andcleanliness all below a reasonable standard

in bedrooms andor communal areasThe accommodation is inspected prior todeparture and residents may be charged or

excess cleaning

Council Tax

Full time students living in Universityresidences are exempt rom Council Tax

Residents o amily accommodation are liableto pay Council Tax which is collected by the

University with and in addition to rent The

amount o Council Tax depends on the size othe flat and circumstances o the amily

Damage

Yoursquoll be held responsible or damage in yourroom beyond air wear and tear Rooms are

inspected prior to departure and yoursquoll beinvoiced or the cost o repairing any damageYou are expected to maintain the security o

communal areas by locking outer doors whenyou go in or out Damage in communal areas

is the responsibility o the whole floor orhouse and will be charged accordingly

Residents are responsible to pay or non-

return or loss o keys or returning urnitureto its original position and or deterioration o

urniture fittings or structure o the room orcommunal areas not due to air wear and tear

and any additional cleaning required Roomsflats are inspected at intervals throughout theyear and beore departure Any charges due

will be invoiced

Data Protection

Personal data collected on your

accommodation application will be held onthe University database or administrativepurposes It will be processed in accordance

with the statutory Data Protection Principlesand the Universityrsquos registration under the Data

Protection Acts 1984 amp 1998 The University is

required to disclose your name and campusaddress to Guildord Borough Council toenable the electoral roll to be updated

The Conditions of Residence are the rules and policies of residence

When you apply for accommodation you have to agree to abide by the

Conditions of Residence and these are an important part of your licence

agreement or tenancy (see PoliciesContractual Relationship)

The University reserves the right to introduce such changes to the

Conditions of Residence as may be necessary or desirable

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Departure and Giving Notice to

Leave Early

You are required to vacate your

accommodation and return keys by middayon the end date stated in your Allocation

Letter or tenancy There are no on campusstorage acilities or residentsrsquo belongings butAccommodation Services can supply details

o local storage companies

I you decide to move out o residence beorethe end date o your licence or tenancy you

must give notice to leave by letter email orby using a Withdrawal Form available atAccommodation Services

Residents may give notice to leave theirresidence at the end o the First SemesterNotice must be received in writing no later

than 4 December 2015 and you must vacateyour room by 30 January 2016

I you wish to vacate your room earlier than30 January you can advise Accommodation

Services o your intentions Please note thatyou may be liable or the payment o your

room rent up to 30 January 2016 unless weare able to re-let your room earlier In theevent that we are able to arrange a re-let you

need only pay until the date that the newtenant moves in

I notice is not received on or beore4 December 2015 no rebate o rent will b e

given i you decide to leave beore the enddate specified in your allocation letter

unless we are able to re-let your room Thisapplies even i your move-in date is afer

4 December 2015 I you leave beore the endo your licence or tenancy yoursquoll be requiredto continue paying until your account is

cleared in ull

I you cease to be a student because you

withdraw rom your course or the Universityterminates your course your licence to

occupy University Accommodation andthereore your liability or rent ceases whenyou move out and return the key Please

ensure you notiy Accommodation Servicesin writing o your intended move-out date so

all necessary arrangements can be made

Deposits

Residents are required to pay an advanced

payment o pound250 this will be credited to yourrent invoice afer you move in I you do not

move in the advanced payment will be usedto offset any loss o rent until a replacement

tenant is ound including an admin ee

Drug Misuse

The possession o illegal drugs is a criminaloffence and possession with intent to supplyis a more serious offence It is also an offence

or the University to allow drugs to be used inpremises it owns or manages It is thereore the

policy o the University not to tolerate the useo illegal drugs in student residences Students

ound to be using or in the possession o anyillegal drug including cannabis or who allowillegal drugs to be used in their study bedroom

will receive a substantial fine a final warningand instructions to cease their illegal activities

immediately I the studentrsquos behaviour alsoindicates that they are unsuited to communalliving they may be asked to leave residences

(see Misconduct)

The University will inorm the Police o anystudent suspected o dealing in drugs The

University also reserves the right to provideinormation to the Police about students oundto be using or in possession o illegal drugs

Electoral Registration

Students in residence in the middle o

October will be included on an annual returnmade to Guildord Borough Council which

is used to prepare the Electoral Roll Werecommend that you also register to vote at

your home address in case an election occursduring a vacation

Electrical Appliances

Residents may not install or use any heater

iron kettle ridge reezer washing machinemicrowave or other cooking equipmentin their bedroom Under no circumstances

should electrical outlets or appliances be

interered with or overloaded Multi-socketadapters should be CE or BS kite-marked andhave a use and lsquoonrsquo indicator light Kitchenappliances must have a 3-pin UK used plug

Un-used continental plugs and adaptors arenot permitted The University reserves the right

to remove without warning unsae electricalappliances or non-UK standard appliance leads

that are not CE or BS kite-marked

Furniture

Items should be kept in the room they areprovided You are expected to return all

urniture to its original position when youvacate your accommodation

Guests

You are responsible or the behaviour o your

guests and must accompany them at all times

ensuring that they comply with all relevantparts o these Conditions Guests are not

permitted in your accommodation between11pm and 8am Guest rooms may be booked

via Accommodation Services

Health and Safety

Residents are required to conduct themselves

in a responsible and sae manner at all timesThe instructions and guidance in the lsquoHealth

and Saetyrsquo section o the lsquoResidents Guidersquoorm part o the lsquoConditions o Residencersquo

Inventory

An inventory orm will be emailed to you

and you are advised to record the conditiono the room and urniture when you arriveThe inventory can either be emailed to

Accommodation Services or returned to yourCourt Reception

Keys and LocksA charge o pound20 will be made i you ail to

return your room key or security ob whenyou vacate your room I keys or security obs

are lost or broken a charge o pound20 is made orreplacements An additional charge o pound75 is

made i a lock change is necessary Residentsmay not change locks or add locks or alarmsto their rooms

I you need a replacement key or security ob

you can obtain this on payment o pound20 atAccommodation Services or at Manor ParkReception Out o office hours you should

go to your Court Reception When they areclosed the 24 hour Security Office in Senate

House will assist you usually by letting youinto your room

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Misconduct

Full details o the Universityrsquos disciplinary

procedures may be ound on the Universitywebsite wwwsurreyacukcurrentstudents

Misconduct relating to incidents in or

around the Residences is dealt with throughan escalating system o penalties issued bythe Wardens

An offence may lead to a Warning and

may be accompanied by a fine up to pound200depending on the seriousness o the offence

The Warden has the authority to move astudent to alternative accommodation withimmediate effect pending investigation o an

alleged act o serious misconduct

I through an act o serious misconduct orthrough repeated misconduct a student

demonstrates they are not suited tocommunal living they will be required toleave residence I a penalty is issued there

exists a provision or appeal

Under no circumstances may a student whohas been required to leave residence re-apply

or University accommodation during thatacademic year and they may be excludedrom applying or uture years i deemed

appropriate by a Disciplinary Panel

Noise

There is a level o noise associated with living

within a communal environment and noisecan become an issue when many people live

in close proximity to each other You mustnot make excessive noise at any time o the

day or night In addition there should beminimal noise audible outside the room youare in between 11pm and 8am (quiet hours)

When deciding i noise is excessive the

ollowing points will be considered

raquo Has a complaint(s) been receivedraquo Possible impact on other residents and

members o the Universitylocal community

raquo Level o noise being created and the timeo day

raquo Have previous complaints been made

I in the judgment o a member o UniversityStaff (this will mainly be a member o theWardening Team or Security Department)

the noise is deemed to be excessive andor intrusive then the level o noise will be

required to be reduced imm ediately theitem creating the noise can be confiscatedand urther disciplinary action may be

taken i appropriate

To ensure that the above conditions aremet we recommend that headphones are

used or listening to music and other audiooutput during quiet hours and residentsconsider their use i they wish to listen to

items at high volume

Within any large organisation on occasionthere will be events incidents or works that

may cause disruption to other memberso the organisation Whilst the Universitywill seek to minimise these occurrences

and to inorm residents whenever possiblethere may be times where disruption is

unavoidable

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Room Changes Swaps

You may not change rooms without the

agreement o Accommodation ServicesThose who swap rooms without prior

permission will ace disciplinary action thatcan include a fine and maybe excluded rom

accommodation in uture years Room swapswhere two residents agree to swap roomswith each other are permitted rom late

October Further details will be emailed toresidents or you can contact Accommodation

Services An administration ee o pound50 ischarged per resident or a room swap

In exceptional circumstances with supportrom Centre o Wellbeing or Student Advice

a room change may be permitted For urtherdetails and to collect the appropriate orm

please visit Accommodation Services

In exceptional circumstances and withprior consultation the University reservesthe right to move residents to alternative

accommodation

Security of Rooms and Property

Whenever you leave your room you should

lock your room door and the outside orstaircase door I your room is on the groundfloor you should also latch your window

closed This ensures security or everyoneThe University accepts no liability or any loss

o or damage to your personal belongings

Single Sex flatsfloors

Students occupying rooms in single sex flatsor floors may not have visitors o the opposite

sex afer 10pm on any night o the week

Smoking

Residents or their guests may not smoke

or use an electronic cigarette inside anyUniversity building or in the entrance to or

close to windows or vents o any buildingincluding the Residences This rule includes

a ban on smoking within individual studentbedrooms Failure to comply with thisregulation will result in disciplinary action

being taken

Sub-letting of Rooms

Accommodation is available or the exclusiveuse o the person to whom it is let whilst

they are a ull time registered student o the

University You may not sub-let or allowanyone else to use your room ailure to complywith this regulation will result in disciplinaryaction being taken see the Misconduct section

or more details Overnight guests should bebooked into guest rooms Please note random

spot-checks occur throughout the year to checkthe ID o residents

Summer Vacation Residence

You can apply or residence during the

summer vacation Applications can be madethrough the online store afer the Easter

vacation Further details can be ound on theAccommodation web pages No reduction orent is given or periods spent away rom the

University in vacations Normal Conditions oResidence apply to vacation periods

Television

There are TV rooms in the Residences with

Bellerby residents able to use acilitiesat Manor Park I you own or operate a

television in your room you must have yourown TV licence A TV licence i s also required

i you watch live television on a computer

You are not allowed to attach aerials or

satellite dishes internally or externally to anyresidence buildings

Parking

There is no parking or residents on Stag Hill

campus and at Manor Park

As a condition o having a place in Residencestudents who are resident in all Courts (except

Hazel Farm) may not bring a car or other our-wheeled motor vehicle on to the Universitygrounds and while in residence undertake

not to keep one on the public roads within thelsquoexclusion zonersquo used or deciding eligibility

or parking permits

Students resident at Hazel Farm may parkree o charge in designated spaces at HazelFarm Residents o Hazel Farm are not eligible

or permits to park on Stag Hill campusduring office hours There is a limited number

o spaces or students resident at BellerbyCourt who may apply or a parking permitrom the contractor who is responsible or all

parking matters in the vicinity o the Court

Student residents may park a motorcycle onany University campus i it is registered with

the Security Department and is parked withina marked motorcycle bay

Full details o the University ParkingRegulations can be ound at

surreyacukcurrentstudentscampus

transport

Parties

The Residences and surrounding areas are not

suitable or large parties I you wish to holda party within or outside o your Court or

small groups o riends you must first obtainpermission one week in advance rom your

Warden who may grant permission subjectto rules which include accepting liability or

any charges resulting rom the party Partiesare allowed on Friday or Saturday nightsonly outside o designated exam periods A

ull copy o the partybarbeque regulations isavailable rom the Wardensrsquo website

Pets

You may not keep pets in your residence

Posters

You may not post notices other than

those or RAG publicity or student electioncampaigns in your windows or in any other

part o the Court except on notice boards

Rent

You will receive an email to your University oSurrey email account rom Accommodation

Services containing your rent invoice Theinvoice includes details o how to go onlineand make payment I you donrsquot get this email

within 14 days o moving in please contactAccommodation Services Contact details are at

the back o this handbook

Rents are payable or the whole periodspecified in your Accommodation agreementNo rebate is given i you arrive late or leave

beore the end o the period specified in yourAccommodation agreement

Rent may be paid in ull or the year or in

instalments You are encouraged to use theUniversity on-line payment system to m akepayments

You are responsible or payment by the

dates indicated on the invoice I payment isnot received within 28 days o your taking

up residence your licence to occupy maybe terminated I you are having difficulties

paying your rent you must contact theStudent Finance Team as soon as possibleContact details are at the back o this booklet

Rents are reviewed annually by theUniversity and are confirmed by the

Executive Board Rents normally increase inSeptember and are in orce or the ollowing

academic year

Accommodation Services reserves the rightto withhold University accommodation roma student who it has been established owes

rent to the University or a private landlord

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USEFUL CONTACTS

Accommodation Services

Philip Marchant Building

E accommodationsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682466

Open Mon to Fri 10am to 5pm

facebookcomSurreyResidenceExperience

Security

Ground Floor Senate House

T +44 (0)1483 682002

Emergencies (internal) 3333

Emergencies +44(0)1483 683333

Court Receptions

Stag Hill Reception

Stag Hill Court University Court

Millennium House

E staghillreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 689078

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 7pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Battersea Reception

Battersea Court Surrey CourtE batterseareceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682473

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 11pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Cathedral Reception

Cathedral Court International House

Twyford Court

E cathedralreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682468

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 7pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Manor Park Reception

Manor Park Bellerby Court

E manorparkreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 683500

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 11pm

Sat amp Sun 10am to 2pm (Security presence 247)

Hazel Farm Caretakerrsquos Office

Hazel Farm

E accommodationsurreyacuk

T +44(0)1483 683536

Student Life Mentoring

Student Services Centre

E mentoringsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 68 3510 6694 4824

facebookcomsurreystudent

Twitter surreystudent

Estates and Facilities Helpdesk

(online reporting of maintenance issues)

httparchibussurreyacukstudenthelpdesk

indexcfm

Look for this button on the Accommodation

Services website

Finance

Student Receivables (rent payments)

Student Services Centre

E student-receivablessurreyacuk

IT Services

(Room internet ndash Surrey ResNet)

Contact your Court Reception to arrange for a

ResNet Advisor to visit

E usersupportsurreyacuk

Wardens

Please see contact details posted within your

accommodation or follow the link below to the

Wardensrsquo website

surreyacukcurrentstudents

accommodationwardens

Wardens can also be contacted by the email

addresses below

Battersea Court and Surrey Courtbatterseaampsurreywardensurreyacuk

Cathedral Court and Guildford Court

cathedralampguildfordwardensurreyacuk

International House and Twyford Court

interamptwyfordwardensurreyacuk

Manor Park and Bellerby Court

manorparkwardensurreyacuk

Hazel Farm

hazelfarmwardensurreyacuk

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Accommodation Services

Philip Marchant Building

University of Surrey

Guildord Surrey GU2 7XH UK

T +44 (0)1483 682 466

E accommodationsurreyacuk

wwwfacebookcom

SurreyResidenceExperience

surreyacukaccommodation

Disclaimer

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this

publication at the time of going to press (June 2015) The University undertakes all reasonable

steps to provide the services described in this guide but reserves the right however to introduce

changes to the information given Should industrial action or circumstances beyond the control

of the University interfere with its ability to provide services the University undertakes to use

all reasonable steps to minimise any resultant disruption Please refer to our website for up-

to-date information

June 2015

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P O L I C I E S

Policy for Accommodating

Students with Disabilities

There are study bedrooms designed orstudents with disabilities and other specialneeds within most o the Courts o Residence

These include rooms or wheelchair usersdea students and or students whose

disability requires additional space orspecial equipment

The University recognises that in exceptional

cases students who are severely disabledor suffer rom mental health disabilityor severe medical impairment could not

attend University unless they are offeredUniversity accommodation Accommodation

Services will consider applicantsrecommended by Centre o Wellbeing or theDisability Coordinator in accordance with

University policies and subject to suitableaccommodation being available

Students with significant special needs areadvised to visit our campus prior to arrival to

discuss their requirements and view the typeo acilities available

The existence or pre-existence o d isordersthat are well controlled and have responded

to medical treatment even though there isa continuation o medical treatment does

not necessarily constitute grounds orUniversity accommodation Examples oconditions not normally considered are

ndash urinary tract inections irritable bowelsyndrome asthma dyslexia eczema well-

managed diabetes or epilepsy

Allocation Policy

The lsquoAccommodation Allocation Policyrsquois reviewed annually by the University

in conjunction with the Studentsrsquo UnionChanges o the policy are recommended tothe Commercial Affairs Committee which

normally decides the policy in November

The current policy can be viewed atsurreyacukaccommodation

Application Procedure

New students are invited to apply or

accommodation rom March each yearUndergraduate students have placesconfirmed during August and September

Postgraduate students have places confirmedafer the University receives an agreed

proportion o your course ees usually duringAugust and September

The majority o applications are made usingan on-line system and confirmations o

allocation are emailed to you

Eligible continuing students are able toapply or accommodation online during

late Novemberearly December Detailscan be ound online at surreyacuk

accommodation Applicants will be inormedi they have been successul in the firstinstance by the end o February

Complaints

I you have a complaint you should firsttry to resolve it inormally Please see the

ront o this Guide or details o which areato contact I you are unsure please contactAccommodation Services

I you are not satisfied with the outcome

you may make a written complaint toAccommodation Services A response will

normally be given in five working days

I you are unhappy about the way that your

complaint has been dealt with then you mayrequest to have the complaint reviewed Details

can be given via Accommodation Services

Contractual Relationship

Students living in University-ownedaccommodation are licensees Your licence is

granted because o your intention to ollow acourse o study at the University I you cease toollow a course o study at the University you

will be required to leave residence

Your contractual agreement is or a fixed periodand i you decide to leave your residence beore

the end o that fixed period you will still berequired to pay rent or the ull duration

When you apply or accommodation youhave to agree to abide by the lsquoConditions

o Residencersquo set out b elow These are animportant part o your licence agreement

or tenancy

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surreyacuk University of Surrey 23

PAYING FOR YOUR ROOM

When do I need to pay for my room

We will send you an invoice by email to your University EmailAccount within14 days o arrival and this will show your ldquoPay

byrdquo date

What should I do if I do not receive an invoice

Wait or 14 days afer you have arrived and re-check yourUniversity Email Account I the invoice has still not beenemailed to you contact the Accommodation Services their

contact details are at the back o this booklet

How do I pay my Residence Fees

When you receive your invoice read both pages o the invoicecareully as these will have all the inormation you need to pay

Method 1

Pay in ull by the ldquoPay byrdquo date shown on page 1 o yourinvoice by card on our website surreyacukaccommodation

payment

Method 2

I you are staying or more than 16 weeks you wi ll be offeredthe chance to pay in instalments See page two o your invoice

or details

Contact Accommodation Services i you have not received

your invoice within 14 days o arrival or have a queryregarding the rent you have been charged I you have

concerns about your ability to pay please contact the Student

Finance Team in the Student Services Centre

See back o booklet or contact inormation

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C O N D I T I O N S O F R E S I D E N C E

Abandoned PropertyYou may not leave property behind anywherein the Court afer you vacate your room I

any property is ound in or about your roomafer you have lef (including property lef

in or around any other part o the Universityeg cycles in Court cycle sheds) then theUniversity may dispose o such property in

the manner it finds appropriate

Access to Your Accommodation

I you report a ault inside your bedroom orflat you give permission or maintenance

staff to enter and rectiy the ault I we needaccess to your accommodation to carry out

routine maintenance or inspections orexample annual electrical equipment testingwersquoll give you at least 48 hours notice o

when this is due to happen In an emergency

or example a fire alert or flood we may enteryour accommodation without giving notice

The University reserves the right to enteryour accommodation i they have reasonablegrounds to suspect that there is a breach o

the Conditions o Residences or the welareo any resident is at risk In exceptional

circumstances the University may conduct asearch o a room

ArrivalArrival instructions will be sent to youvia email Yoursquoll normally be allocated a

room rom the weekend beore your coursestarts Please check your Allocation Letter

to confirm your arrival date Internationalstudents may be admitted up to our daysearlier i they are participating in the

International Orientation

Bicycles

Bicycles may not be brought into Residencebuildings There are lockable bicycle stores

available in each Court o Residence

Business Use

Residents may not operate a business in orrom University accommodation

Cleaning

You are expected to keep your room and

communal areas in a clean tidy and hygieniccondition and equipment is provided or

this Most communal areas are in additioncleaned periodically by cleaning staff Whenyou depart you must leave your room (and

shower room where applicable) clean andtidy and empty o rubbish

Residents o amily flats and Hazel Farm areresponsible or removing waste to externalcollection points

The University reserves the right to charge

residents or excess cleaning i hygiene andcleanliness all below a reasonable standard

in bedrooms andor communal areasThe accommodation is inspected prior todeparture and residents may be charged or

excess cleaning

Council Tax

Full time students living in Universityresidences are exempt rom Council Tax

Residents o amily accommodation are liableto pay Council Tax which is collected by the

University with and in addition to rent The

amount o Council Tax depends on the size othe flat and circumstances o the amily

Damage

Yoursquoll be held responsible or damage in yourroom beyond air wear and tear Rooms are

inspected prior to departure and yoursquoll beinvoiced or the cost o repairing any damageYou are expected to maintain the security o

communal areas by locking outer doors whenyou go in or out Damage in communal areas

is the responsibility o the whole floor orhouse and will be charged accordingly

Residents are responsible to pay or non-

return or loss o keys or returning urnitureto its original position and or deterioration o

urniture fittings or structure o the room orcommunal areas not due to air wear and tear

and any additional cleaning required Roomsflats are inspected at intervals throughout theyear and beore departure Any charges due

will be invoiced

Data Protection

Personal data collected on your

accommodation application will be held onthe University database or administrativepurposes It will be processed in accordance

with the statutory Data Protection Principlesand the Universityrsquos registration under the Data

Protection Acts 1984 amp 1998 The University is

required to disclose your name and campusaddress to Guildord Borough Council toenable the electoral roll to be updated

The Conditions of Residence are the rules and policies of residence

When you apply for accommodation you have to agree to abide by the

Conditions of Residence and these are an important part of your licence

agreement or tenancy (see PoliciesContractual Relationship)

The University reserves the right to introduce such changes to the

Conditions of Residence as may be necessary or desirable

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Departure and Giving Notice to

Leave Early

You are required to vacate your

accommodation and return keys by middayon the end date stated in your Allocation

Letter or tenancy There are no on campusstorage acilities or residentsrsquo belongings butAccommodation Services can supply details

o local storage companies

I you decide to move out o residence beorethe end date o your licence or tenancy you

must give notice to leave by letter email orby using a Withdrawal Form available atAccommodation Services

Residents may give notice to leave theirresidence at the end o the First SemesterNotice must be received in writing no later

than 4 December 2015 and you must vacateyour room by 30 January 2016

I you wish to vacate your room earlier than30 January you can advise Accommodation

Services o your intentions Please note thatyou may be liable or the payment o your

room rent up to 30 January 2016 unless weare able to re-let your room earlier In theevent that we are able to arrange a re-let you

need only pay until the date that the newtenant moves in

I notice is not received on or beore4 December 2015 no rebate o rent will b e

given i you decide to leave beore the enddate specified in your allocation letter

unless we are able to re-let your room Thisapplies even i your move-in date is afer

4 December 2015 I you leave beore the endo your licence or tenancy yoursquoll be requiredto continue paying until your account is

cleared in ull

I you cease to be a student because you

withdraw rom your course or the Universityterminates your course your licence to

occupy University Accommodation andthereore your liability or rent ceases whenyou move out and return the key Please

ensure you notiy Accommodation Servicesin writing o your intended move-out date so

all necessary arrangements can be made

Deposits

Residents are required to pay an advanced

payment o pound250 this will be credited to yourrent invoice afer you move in I you do not

move in the advanced payment will be usedto offset any loss o rent until a replacement

tenant is ound including an admin ee

Drug Misuse

The possession o illegal drugs is a criminaloffence and possession with intent to supplyis a more serious offence It is also an offence

or the University to allow drugs to be used inpremises it owns or manages It is thereore the

policy o the University not to tolerate the useo illegal drugs in student residences Students

ound to be using or in the possession o anyillegal drug including cannabis or who allowillegal drugs to be used in their study bedroom

will receive a substantial fine a final warningand instructions to cease their illegal activities

immediately I the studentrsquos behaviour alsoindicates that they are unsuited to communalliving they may be asked to leave residences

(see Misconduct)

The University will inorm the Police o anystudent suspected o dealing in drugs The

University also reserves the right to provideinormation to the Police about students oundto be using or in possession o illegal drugs

Electoral Registration

Students in residence in the middle o

October will be included on an annual returnmade to Guildord Borough Council which

is used to prepare the Electoral Roll Werecommend that you also register to vote at

your home address in case an election occursduring a vacation

Electrical Appliances

Residents may not install or use any heater

iron kettle ridge reezer washing machinemicrowave or other cooking equipmentin their bedroom Under no circumstances

should electrical outlets or appliances be

interered with or overloaded Multi-socketadapters should be CE or BS kite-marked andhave a use and lsquoonrsquo indicator light Kitchenappliances must have a 3-pin UK used plug

Un-used continental plugs and adaptors arenot permitted The University reserves the right

to remove without warning unsae electricalappliances or non-UK standard appliance leads

that are not CE or BS kite-marked

Furniture

Items should be kept in the room they areprovided You are expected to return all

urniture to its original position when youvacate your accommodation

Guests

You are responsible or the behaviour o your

guests and must accompany them at all times

ensuring that they comply with all relevantparts o these Conditions Guests are not

permitted in your accommodation between11pm and 8am Guest rooms may be booked

via Accommodation Services

Health and Safety

Residents are required to conduct themselves

in a responsible and sae manner at all timesThe instructions and guidance in the lsquoHealth

and Saetyrsquo section o the lsquoResidents Guidersquoorm part o the lsquoConditions o Residencersquo

Inventory

An inventory orm will be emailed to you

and you are advised to record the conditiono the room and urniture when you arriveThe inventory can either be emailed to

Accommodation Services or returned to yourCourt Reception

Keys and LocksA charge o pound20 will be made i you ail to

return your room key or security ob whenyou vacate your room I keys or security obs

are lost or broken a charge o pound20 is made orreplacements An additional charge o pound75 is

made i a lock change is necessary Residentsmay not change locks or add locks or alarmsto their rooms

I you need a replacement key or security ob

you can obtain this on payment o pound20 atAccommodation Services or at Manor ParkReception Out o office hours you should

go to your Court Reception When they areclosed the 24 hour Security Office in Senate

House will assist you usually by letting youinto your room

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Misconduct

Full details o the Universityrsquos disciplinary

procedures may be ound on the Universitywebsite wwwsurreyacukcurrentstudents

Misconduct relating to incidents in or

around the Residences is dealt with throughan escalating system o penalties issued bythe Wardens

An offence may lead to a Warning and

may be accompanied by a fine up to pound200depending on the seriousness o the offence

The Warden has the authority to move astudent to alternative accommodation withimmediate effect pending investigation o an

alleged act o serious misconduct

I through an act o serious misconduct orthrough repeated misconduct a student

demonstrates they are not suited tocommunal living they will be required toleave residence I a penalty is issued there

exists a provision or appeal

Under no circumstances may a student whohas been required to leave residence re-apply

or University accommodation during thatacademic year and they may be excludedrom applying or uture years i deemed

appropriate by a Disciplinary Panel

Noise

There is a level o noise associated with living

within a communal environment and noisecan become an issue when many people live

in close proximity to each other You mustnot make excessive noise at any time o the

day or night In addition there should beminimal noise audible outside the room youare in between 11pm and 8am (quiet hours)

When deciding i noise is excessive the

ollowing points will be considered

raquo Has a complaint(s) been receivedraquo Possible impact on other residents and

members o the Universitylocal community

raquo Level o noise being created and the timeo day

raquo Have previous complaints been made

I in the judgment o a member o UniversityStaff (this will mainly be a member o theWardening Team or Security Department)

the noise is deemed to be excessive andor intrusive then the level o noise will be

required to be reduced imm ediately theitem creating the noise can be confiscatedand urther disciplinary action may be

taken i appropriate

To ensure that the above conditions aremet we recommend that headphones are

used or listening to music and other audiooutput during quiet hours and residentsconsider their use i they wish to listen to

items at high volume

Within any large organisation on occasionthere will be events incidents or works that

may cause disruption to other memberso the organisation Whilst the Universitywill seek to minimise these occurrences

and to inorm residents whenever possiblethere may be times where disruption is

unavoidable

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Room Changes Swaps

You may not change rooms without the

agreement o Accommodation ServicesThose who swap rooms without prior

permission will ace disciplinary action thatcan include a fine and maybe excluded rom

accommodation in uture years Room swapswhere two residents agree to swap roomswith each other are permitted rom late

October Further details will be emailed toresidents or you can contact Accommodation

Services An administration ee o pound50 ischarged per resident or a room swap

In exceptional circumstances with supportrom Centre o Wellbeing or Student Advice

a room change may be permitted For urtherdetails and to collect the appropriate orm

please visit Accommodation Services

In exceptional circumstances and withprior consultation the University reservesthe right to move residents to alternative

accommodation

Security of Rooms and Property

Whenever you leave your room you should

lock your room door and the outside orstaircase door I your room is on the groundfloor you should also latch your window

closed This ensures security or everyoneThe University accepts no liability or any loss

o or damage to your personal belongings

Single Sex flatsfloors

Students occupying rooms in single sex flatsor floors may not have visitors o the opposite

sex afer 10pm on any night o the week

Smoking

Residents or their guests may not smoke

or use an electronic cigarette inside anyUniversity building or in the entrance to or

close to windows or vents o any buildingincluding the Residences This rule includes

a ban on smoking within individual studentbedrooms Failure to comply with thisregulation will result in disciplinary action

being taken

Sub-letting of Rooms

Accommodation is available or the exclusiveuse o the person to whom it is let whilst

they are a ull time registered student o the

University You may not sub-let or allowanyone else to use your room ailure to complywith this regulation will result in disciplinaryaction being taken see the Misconduct section

or more details Overnight guests should bebooked into guest rooms Please note random

spot-checks occur throughout the year to checkthe ID o residents

Summer Vacation Residence

You can apply or residence during the

summer vacation Applications can be madethrough the online store afer the Easter

vacation Further details can be ound on theAccommodation web pages No reduction orent is given or periods spent away rom the

University in vacations Normal Conditions oResidence apply to vacation periods

Television

There are TV rooms in the Residences with

Bellerby residents able to use acilitiesat Manor Park I you own or operate a

television in your room you must have yourown TV licence A TV licence i s also required

i you watch live television on a computer

You are not allowed to attach aerials or

satellite dishes internally or externally to anyresidence buildings

Parking

There is no parking or residents on Stag Hill

campus and at Manor Park

As a condition o having a place in Residencestudents who are resident in all Courts (except

Hazel Farm) may not bring a car or other our-wheeled motor vehicle on to the Universitygrounds and while in residence undertake

not to keep one on the public roads within thelsquoexclusion zonersquo used or deciding eligibility

or parking permits

Students resident at Hazel Farm may parkree o charge in designated spaces at HazelFarm Residents o Hazel Farm are not eligible

or permits to park on Stag Hill campusduring office hours There is a limited number

o spaces or students resident at BellerbyCourt who may apply or a parking permitrom the contractor who is responsible or all

parking matters in the vicinity o the Court

Student residents may park a motorcycle onany University campus i it is registered with

the Security Department and is parked withina marked motorcycle bay

Full details o the University ParkingRegulations can be ound at

surreyacukcurrentstudentscampus

transport

Parties

The Residences and surrounding areas are not

suitable or large parties I you wish to holda party within or outside o your Court or

small groups o riends you must first obtainpermission one week in advance rom your

Warden who may grant permission subjectto rules which include accepting liability or

any charges resulting rom the party Partiesare allowed on Friday or Saturday nightsonly outside o designated exam periods A

ull copy o the partybarbeque regulations isavailable rom the Wardensrsquo website

Pets

You may not keep pets in your residence

Posters

You may not post notices other than

those or RAG publicity or student electioncampaigns in your windows or in any other

part o the Court except on notice boards

Rent

You will receive an email to your University oSurrey email account rom Accommodation

Services containing your rent invoice Theinvoice includes details o how to go onlineand make payment I you donrsquot get this email

within 14 days o moving in please contactAccommodation Services Contact details are at

the back o this handbook

Rents are payable or the whole periodspecified in your Accommodation agreementNo rebate is given i you arrive late or leave

beore the end o the period specified in yourAccommodation agreement

Rent may be paid in ull or the year or in

instalments You are encouraged to use theUniversity on-line payment system to m akepayments

You are responsible or payment by the

dates indicated on the invoice I payment isnot received within 28 days o your taking

up residence your licence to occupy maybe terminated I you are having difficulties

paying your rent you must contact theStudent Finance Team as soon as possibleContact details are at the back o this booklet

Rents are reviewed annually by theUniversity and are confirmed by the

Executive Board Rents normally increase inSeptember and are in orce or the ollowing

academic year

Accommodation Services reserves the rightto withhold University accommodation roma student who it has been established owes

rent to the University or a private landlord

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USEFUL CONTACTS

Accommodation Services

Philip Marchant Building

E accommodationsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682466

Open Mon to Fri 10am to 5pm

facebookcomSurreyResidenceExperience

Security

Ground Floor Senate House

T +44 (0)1483 682002

Emergencies (internal) 3333

Emergencies +44(0)1483 683333

Court Receptions

Stag Hill Reception

Stag Hill Court University Court

Millennium House

E staghillreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 689078

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 7pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Battersea Reception

Battersea Court Surrey CourtE batterseareceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682473

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 11pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Cathedral Reception

Cathedral Court International House

Twyford Court

E cathedralreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682468

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 7pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Manor Park Reception

Manor Park Bellerby Court

E manorparkreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 683500

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 11pm

Sat amp Sun 10am to 2pm (Security presence 247)

Hazel Farm Caretakerrsquos Office

Hazel Farm

E accommodationsurreyacuk

T +44(0)1483 683536

Student Life Mentoring

Student Services Centre

E mentoringsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 68 3510 6694 4824

facebookcomsurreystudent

Twitter surreystudent

Estates and Facilities Helpdesk

(online reporting of maintenance issues)

httparchibussurreyacukstudenthelpdesk

indexcfm

Look for this button on the Accommodation

Services website

Finance

Student Receivables (rent payments)

Student Services Centre

E student-receivablessurreyacuk

IT Services

(Room internet ndash Surrey ResNet)

Contact your Court Reception to arrange for a

ResNet Advisor to visit

E usersupportsurreyacuk

Wardens

Please see contact details posted within your

accommodation or follow the link below to the

Wardensrsquo website

surreyacukcurrentstudents

accommodationwardens

Wardens can also be contacted by the email

addresses below

Battersea Court and Surrey Courtbatterseaampsurreywardensurreyacuk

Cathedral Court and Guildford Court

cathedralampguildfordwardensurreyacuk

International House and Twyford Court

interamptwyfordwardensurreyacuk

Manor Park and Bellerby Court

manorparkwardensurreyacuk

Hazel Farm

hazelfarmwardensurreyacuk

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Accommodation Services

Philip Marchant Building

University of Surrey

Guildord Surrey GU2 7XH UK

T +44 (0)1483 682 466

E accommodationsurreyacuk

wwwfacebookcom

SurreyResidenceExperience

surreyacukaccommodation

Disclaimer

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this

publication at the time of going to press (June 2015) The University undertakes all reasonable

steps to provide the services described in this guide but reserves the right however to introduce

changes to the information given Should industrial action or circumstances beyond the control

of the University interfere with its ability to provide services the University undertakes to use

all reasonable steps to minimise any resultant disruption Please refer to our website for up-

to-date information

June 2015

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PAYING FOR YOUR ROOM

When do I need to pay for my room

We will send you an invoice by email to your University EmailAccount within14 days o arrival and this will show your ldquoPay

byrdquo date

What should I do if I do not receive an invoice

Wait or 14 days afer you have arrived and re-check yourUniversity Email Account I the invoice has still not beenemailed to you contact the Accommodation Services their

contact details are at the back o this booklet

How do I pay my Residence Fees

When you receive your invoice read both pages o the invoicecareully as these will have all the inormation you need to pay

Method 1

Pay in ull by the ldquoPay byrdquo date shown on page 1 o yourinvoice by card on our website surreyacukaccommodation

payment

Method 2

I you are staying or more than 16 weeks you wi ll be offeredthe chance to pay in instalments See page two o your invoice

or details

Contact Accommodation Services i you have not received

your invoice within 14 days o arrival or have a queryregarding the rent you have been charged I you have

concerns about your ability to pay please contact the Student

Finance Team in the Student Services Centre

See back o booklet or contact inormation

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C O N D I T I O N S O F R E S I D E N C E

Abandoned PropertyYou may not leave property behind anywherein the Court afer you vacate your room I

any property is ound in or about your roomafer you have lef (including property lef

in or around any other part o the Universityeg cycles in Court cycle sheds) then theUniversity may dispose o such property in

the manner it finds appropriate

Access to Your Accommodation

I you report a ault inside your bedroom orflat you give permission or maintenance

staff to enter and rectiy the ault I we needaccess to your accommodation to carry out

routine maintenance or inspections orexample annual electrical equipment testingwersquoll give you at least 48 hours notice o

when this is due to happen In an emergency

or example a fire alert or flood we may enteryour accommodation without giving notice

The University reserves the right to enteryour accommodation i they have reasonablegrounds to suspect that there is a breach o

the Conditions o Residences or the welareo any resident is at risk In exceptional

circumstances the University may conduct asearch o a room

ArrivalArrival instructions will be sent to youvia email Yoursquoll normally be allocated a

room rom the weekend beore your coursestarts Please check your Allocation Letter

to confirm your arrival date Internationalstudents may be admitted up to our daysearlier i they are participating in the

International Orientation

Bicycles

Bicycles may not be brought into Residencebuildings There are lockable bicycle stores

available in each Court o Residence

Business Use

Residents may not operate a business in orrom University accommodation

Cleaning

You are expected to keep your room and

communal areas in a clean tidy and hygieniccondition and equipment is provided or

this Most communal areas are in additioncleaned periodically by cleaning staff Whenyou depart you must leave your room (and

shower room where applicable) clean andtidy and empty o rubbish

Residents o amily flats and Hazel Farm areresponsible or removing waste to externalcollection points

The University reserves the right to charge

residents or excess cleaning i hygiene andcleanliness all below a reasonable standard

in bedrooms andor communal areasThe accommodation is inspected prior todeparture and residents may be charged or

excess cleaning

Council Tax

Full time students living in Universityresidences are exempt rom Council Tax

Residents o amily accommodation are liableto pay Council Tax which is collected by the

University with and in addition to rent The

amount o Council Tax depends on the size othe flat and circumstances o the amily

Damage

Yoursquoll be held responsible or damage in yourroom beyond air wear and tear Rooms are

inspected prior to departure and yoursquoll beinvoiced or the cost o repairing any damageYou are expected to maintain the security o

communal areas by locking outer doors whenyou go in or out Damage in communal areas

is the responsibility o the whole floor orhouse and will be charged accordingly

Residents are responsible to pay or non-

return or loss o keys or returning urnitureto its original position and or deterioration o

urniture fittings or structure o the room orcommunal areas not due to air wear and tear

and any additional cleaning required Roomsflats are inspected at intervals throughout theyear and beore departure Any charges due

will be invoiced

Data Protection

Personal data collected on your

accommodation application will be held onthe University database or administrativepurposes It will be processed in accordance

with the statutory Data Protection Principlesand the Universityrsquos registration under the Data

Protection Acts 1984 amp 1998 The University is

required to disclose your name and campusaddress to Guildord Borough Council toenable the electoral roll to be updated

The Conditions of Residence are the rules and policies of residence

When you apply for accommodation you have to agree to abide by the

Conditions of Residence and these are an important part of your licence

agreement or tenancy (see PoliciesContractual Relationship)

The University reserves the right to introduce such changes to the

Conditions of Residence as may be necessary or desirable

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Departure and Giving Notice to

Leave Early

You are required to vacate your

accommodation and return keys by middayon the end date stated in your Allocation

Letter or tenancy There are no on campusstorage acilities or residentsrsquo belongings butAccommodation Services can supply details

o local storage companies

I you decide to move out o residence beorethe end date o your licence or tenancy you

must give notice to leave by letter email orby using a Withdrawal Form available atAccommodation Services

Residents may give notice to leave theirresidence at the end o the First SemesterNotice must be received in writing no later

than 4 December 2015 and you must vacateyour room by 30 January 2016

I you wish to vacate your room earlier than30 January you can advise Accommodation

Services o your intentions Please note thatyou may be liable or the payment o your

room rent up to 30 January 2016 unless weare able to re-let your room earlier In theevent that we are able to arrange a re-let you

need only pay until the date that the newtenant moves in

I notice is not received on or beore4 December 2015 no rebate o rent will b e

given i you decide to leave beore the enddate specified in your allocation letter

unless we are able to re-let your room Thisapplies even i your move-in date is afer

4 December 2015 I you leave beore the endo your licence or tenancy yoursquoll be requiredto continue paying until your account is

cleared in ull

I you cease to be a student because you

withdraw rom your course or the Universityterminates your course your licence to

occupy University Accommodation andthereore your liability or rent ceases whenyou move out and return the key Please

ensure you notiy Accommodation Servicesin writing o your intended move-out date so

all necessary arrangements can be made

Deposits

Residents are required to pay an advanced

payment o pound250 this will be credited to yourrent invoice afer you move in I you do not

move in the advanced payment will be usedto offset any loss o rent until a replacement

tenant is ound including an admin ee

Drug Misuse

The possession o illegal drugs is a criminaloffence and possession with intent to supplyis a more serious offence It is also an offence

or the University to allow drugs to be used inpremises it owns or manages It is thereore the

policy o the University not to tolerate the useo illegal drugs in student residences Students

ound to be using or in the possession o anyillegal drug including cannabis or who allowillegal drugs to be used in their study bedroom

will receive a substantial fine a final warningand instructions to cease their illegal activities

immediately I the studentrsquos behaviour alsoindicates that they are unsuited to communalliving they may be asked to leave residences

(see Misconduct)

The University will inorm the Police o anystudent suspected o dealing in drugs The

University also reserves the right to provideinormation to the Police about students oundto be using or in possession o illegal drugs

Electoral Registration

Students in residence in the middle o

October will be included on an annual returnmade to Guildord Borough Council which

is used to prepare the Electoral Roll Werecommend that you also register to vote at

your home address in case an election occursduring a vacation

Electrical Appliances

Residents may not install or use any heater

iron kettle ridge reezer washing machinemicrowave or other cooking equipmentin their bedroom Under no circumstances

should electrical outlets or appliances be

interered with or overloaded Multi-socketadapters should be CE or BS kite-marked andhave a use and lsquoonrsquo indicator light Kitchenappliances must have a 3-pin UK used plug

Un-used continental plugs and adaptors arenot permitted The University reserves the right

to remove without warning unsae electricalappliances or non-UK standard appliance leads

that are not CE or BS kite-marked

Furniture

Items should be kept in the room they areprovided You are expected to return all

urniture to its original position when youvacate your accommodation

Guests

You are responsible or the behaviour o your

guests and must accompany them at all times

ensuring that they comply with all relevantparts o these Conditions Guests are not

permitted in your accommodation between11pm and 8am Guest rooms may be booked

via Accommodation Services

Health and Safety

Residents are required to conduct themselves

in a responsible and sae manner at all timesThe instructions and guidance in the lsquoHealth

and Saetyrsquo section o the lsquoResidents Guidersquoorm part o the lsquoConditions o Residencersquo

Inventory

An inventory orm will be emailed to you

and you are advised to record the conditiono the room and urniture when you arriveThe inventory can either be emailed to

Accommodation Services or returned to yourCourt Reception

Keys and LocksA charge o pound20 will be made i you ail to

return your room key or security ob whenyou vacate your room I keys or security obs

are lost or broken a charge o pound20 is made orreplacements An additional charge o pound75 is

made i a lock change is necessary Residentsmay not change locks or add locks or alarmsto their rooms

I you need a replacement key or security ob

you can obtain this on payment o pound20 atAccommodation Services or at Manor ParkReception Out o office hours you should

go to your Court Reception When they areclosed the 24 hour Security Office in Senate

House will assist you usually by letting youinto your room

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Misconduct

Full details o the Universityrsquos disciplinary

procedures may be ound on the Universitywebsite wwwsurreyacukcurrentstudents

Misconduct relating to incidents in or

around the Residences is dealt with throughan escalating system o penalties issued bythe Wardens

An offence may lead to a Warning and

may be accompanied by a fine up to pound200depending on the seriousness o the offence

The Warden has the authority to move astudent to alternative accommodation withimmediate effect pending investigation o an

alleged act o serious misconduct

I through an act o serious misconduct orthrough repeated misconduct a student

demonstrates they are not suited tocommunal living they will be required toleave residence I a penalty is issued there

exists a provision or appeal

Under no circumstances may a student whohas been required to leave residence re-apply

or University accommodation during thatacademic year and they may be excludedrom applying or uture years i deemed

appropriate by a Disciplinary Panel

Noise

There is a level o noise associated with living

within a communal environment and noisecan become an issue when many people live

in close proximity to each other You mustnot make excessive noise at any time o the

day or night In addition there should beminimal noise audible outside the room youare in between 11pm and 8am (quiet hours)

When deciding i noise is excessive the

ollowing points will be considered

raquo Has a complaint(s) been receivedraquo Possible impact on other residents and

members o the Universitylocal community

raquo Level o noise being created and the timeo day

raquo Have previous complaints been made

I in the judgment o a member o UniversityStaff (this will mainly be a member o theWardening Team or Security Department)

the noise is deemed to be excessive andor intrusive then the level o noise will be

required to be reduced imm ediately theitem creating the noise can be confiscatedand urther disciplinary action may be

taken i appropriate

To ensure that the above conditions aremet we recommend that headphones are

used or listening to music and other audiooutput during quiet hours and residentsconsider their use i they wish to listen to

items at high volume

Within any large organisation on occasionthere will be events incidents or works that

may cause disruption to other memberso the organisation Whilst the Universitywill seek to minimise these occurrences

and to inorm residents whenever possiblethere may be times where disruption is

unavoidable

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Room Changes Swaps

You may not change rooms without the

agreement o Accommodation ServicesThose who swap rooms without prior

permission will ace disciplinary action thatcan include a fine and maybe excluded rom

accommodation in uture years Room swapswhere two residents agree to swap roomswith each other are permitted rom late

October Further details will be emailed toresidents or you can contact Accommodation

Services An administration ee o pound50 ischarged per resident or a room swap

In exceptional circumstances with supportrom Centre o Wellbeing or Student Advice

a room change may be permitted For urtherdetails and to collect the appropriate orm

please visit Accommodation Services

In exceptional circumstances and withprior consultation the University reservesthe right to move residents to alternative

accommodation

Security of Rooms and Property

Whenever you leave your room you should

lock your room door and the outside orstaircase door I your room is on the groundfloor you should also latch your window

closed This ensures security or everyoneThe University accepts no liability or any loss

o or damage to your personal belongings

Single Sex flatsfloors

Students occupying rooms in single sex flatsor floors may not have visitors o the opposite

sex afer 10pm on any night o the week

Smoking

Residents or their guests may not smoke

or use an electronic cigarette inside anyUniversity building or in the entrance to or

close to windows or vents o any buildingincluding the Residences This rule includes

a ban on smoking within individual studentbedrooms Failure to comply with thisregulation will result in disciplinary action

being taken

Sub-letting of Rooms

Accommodation is available or the exclusiveuse o the person to whom it is let whilst

they are a ull time registered student o the

University You may not sub-let or allowanyone else to use your room ailure to complywith this regulation will result in disciplinaryaction being taken see the Misconduct section

or more details Overnight guests should bebooked into guest rooms Please note random

spot-checks occur throughout the year to checkthe ID o residents

Summer Vacation Residence

You can apply or residence during the

summer vacation Applications can be madethrough the online store afer the Easter

vacation Further details can be ound on theAccommodation web pages No reduction orent is given or periods spent away rom the

University in vacations Normal Conditions oResidence apply to vacation periods

Television

There are TV rooms in the Residences with

Bellerby residents able to use acilitiesat Manor Park I you own or operate a

television in your room you must have yourown TV licence A TV licence i s also required

i you watch live television on a computer

You are not allowed to attach aerials or

satellite dishes internally or externally to anyresidence buildings

Parking

There is no parking or residents on Stag Hill

campus and at Manor Park

As a condition o having a place in Residencestudents who are resident in all Courts (except

Hazel Farm) may not bring a car or other our-wheeled motor vehicle on to the Universitygrounds and while in residence undertake

not to keep one on the public roads within thelsquoexclusion zonersquo used or deciding eligibility

or parking permits

Students resident at Hazel Farm may parkree o charge in designated spaces at HazelFarm Residents o Hazel Farm are not eligible

or permits to park on Stag Hill campusduring office hours There is a limited number

o spaces or students resident at BellerbyCourt who may apply or a parking permitrom the contractor who is responsible or all

parking matters in the vicinity o the Court

Student residents may park a motorcycle onany University campus i it is registered with

the Security Department and is parked withina marked motorcycle bay

Full details o the University ParkingRegulations can be ound at

surreyacukcurrentstudentscampus

transport

Parties

The Residences and surrounding areas are not

suitable or large parties I you wish to holda party within or outside o your Court or

small groups o riends you must first obtainpermission one week in advance rom your

Warden who may grant permission subjectto rules which include accepting liability or

any charges resulting rom the party Partiesare allowed on Friday or Saturday nightsonly outside o designated exam periods A

ull copy o the partybarbeque regulations isavailable rom the Wardensrsquo website

Pets

You may not keep pets in your residence

Posters

You may not post notices other than

those or RAG publicity or student electioncampaigns in your windows or in any other

part o the Court except on notice boards

Rent

You will receive an email to your University oSurrey email account rom Accommodation

Services containing your rent invoice Theinvoice includes details o how to go onlineand make payment I you donrsquot get this email

within 14 days o moving in please contactAccommodation Services Contact details are at

the back o this handbook

Rents are payable or the whole periodspecified in your Accommodation agreementNo rebate is given i you arrive late or leave

beore the end o the period specified in yourAccommodation agreement

Rent may be paid in ull or the year or in

instalments You are encouraged to use theUniversity on-line payment system to m akepayments

You are responsible or payment by the

dates indicated on the invoice I payment isnot received within 28 days o your taking

up residence your licence to occupy maybe terminated I you are having difficulties

paying your rent you must contact theStudent Finance Team as soon as possibleContact details are at the back o this booklet

Rents are reviewed annually by theUniversity and are confirmed by the

Executive Board Rents normally increase inSeptember and are in orce or the ollowing

academic year

Accommodation Services reserves the rightto withhold University accommodation roma student who it has been established owes

rent to the University or a private landlord

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USEFUL CONTACTS

Accommodation Services

Philip Marchant Building

E accommodationsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682466

Open Mon to Fri 10am to 5pm

facebookcomSurreyResidenceExperience

Security

Ground Floor Senate House

T +44 (0)1483 682002

Emergencies (internal) 3333

Emergencies +44(0)1483 683333

Court Receptions

Stag Hill Reception

Stag Hill Court University Court

Millennium House

E staghillreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 689078

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 7pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Battersea Reception

Battersea Court Surrey CourtE batterseareceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682473

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 11pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Cathedral Reception

Cathedral Court International House

Twyford Court

E cathedralreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682468

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 7pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Manor Park Reception

Manor Park Bellerby Court

E manorparkreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 683500

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 11pm

Sat amp Sun 10am to 2pm (Security presence 247)

Hazel Farm Caretakerrsquos Office

Hazel Farm

E accommodationsurreyacuk

T +44(0)1483 683536

Student Life Mentoring

Student Services Centre

E mentoringsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 68 3510 6694 4824

facebookcomsurreystudent

Twitter surreystudent

Estates and Facilities Helpdesk

(online reporting of maintenance issues)

httparchibussurreyacukstudenthelpdesk

indexcfm

Look for this button on the Accommodation

Services website

Finance

Student Receivables (rent payments)

Student Services Centre

E student-receivablessurreyacuk

IT Services

(Room internet ndash Surrey ResNet)

Contact your Court Reception to arrange for a

ResNet Advisor to visit

E usersupportsurreyacuk

Wardens

Please see contact details posted within your

accommodation or follow the link below to the

Wardensrsquo website

surreyacukcurrentstudents

accommodationwardens

Wardens can also be contacted by the email

addresses below

Battersea Court and Surrey Courtbatterseaampsurreywardensurreyacuk

Cathedral Court and Guildford Court

cathedralampguildfordwardensurreyacuk

International House and Twyford Court

interamptwyfordwardensurreyacuk

Manor Park and Bellerby Court

manorparkwardensurreyacuk

Hazel Farm

hazelfarmwardensurreyacuk

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Accommodation Services

Philip Marchant Building

University of Surrey

Guildord Surrey GU2 7XH UK

T +44 (0)1483 682 466

E accommodationsurreyacuk

wwwfacebookcom

SurreyResidenceExperience

surreyacukaccommodation

Disclaimer

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this

publication at the time of going to press (June 2015) The University undertakes all reasonable

steps to provide the services described in this guide but reserves the right however to introduce

changes to the information given Should industrial action or circumstances beyond the control

of the University interfere with its ability to provide services the University undertakes to use

all reasonable steps to minimise any resultant disruption Please refer to our website for up-

to-date information

June 2015

7335 0515

Page 13: Residents Guide 2015 2016

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University of Surrey 25surreyacuk

C O N D I T I O N S O F R E S I D E N C E

Abandoned PropertyYou may not leave property behind anywherein the Court afer you vacate your room I

any property is ound in or about your roomafer you have lef (including property lef

in or around any other part o the Universityeg cycles in Court cycle sheds) then theUniversity may dispose o such property in

the manner it finds appropriate

Access to Your Accommodation

I you report a ault inside your bedroom orflat you give permission or maintenance

staff to enter and rectiy the ault I we needaccess to your accommodation to carry out

routine maintenance or inspections orexample annual electrical equipment testingwersquoll give you at least 48 hours notice o

when this is due to happen In an emergency

or example a fire alert or flood we may enteryour accommodation without giving notice

The University reserves the right to enteryour accommodation i they have reasonablegrounds to suspect that there is a breach o

the Conditions o Residences or the welareo any resident is at risk In exceptional

circumstances the University may conduct asearch o a room

ArrivalArrival instructions will be sent to youvia email Yoursquoll normally be allocated a

room rom the weekend beore your coursestarts Please check your Allocation Letter

to confirm your arrival date Internationalstudents may be admitted up to our daysearlier i they are participating in the

International Orientation

Bicycles

Bicycles may not be brought into Residencebuildings There are lockable bicycle stores

available in each Court o Residence

Business Use

Residents may not operate a business in orrom University accommodation

Cleaning

You are expected to keep your room and

communal areas in a clean tidy and hygieniccondition and equipment is provided or

this Most communal areas are in additioncleaned periodically by cleaning staff Whenyou depart you must leave your room (and

shower room where applicable) clean andtidy and empty o rubbish

Residents o amily flats and Hazel Farm areresponsible or removing waste to externalcollection points

The University reserves the right to charge

residents or excess cleaning i hygiene andcleanliness all below a reasonable standard

in bedrooms andor communal areasThe accommodation is inspected prior todeparture and residents may be charged or

excess cleaning

Council Tax

Full time students living in Universityresidences are exempt rom Council Tax

Residents o amily accommodation are liableto pay Council Tax which is collected by the

University with and in addition to rent The

amount o Council Tax depends on the size othe flat and circumstances o the amily

Damage

Yoursquoll be held responsible or damage in yourroom beyond air wear and tear Rooms are

inspected prior to departure and yoursquoll beinvoiced or the cost o repairing any damageYou are expected to maintain the security o

communal areas by locking outer doors whenyou go in or out Damage in communal areas

is the responsibility o the whole floor orhouse and will be charged accordingly

Residents are responsible to pay or non-

return or loss o keys or returning urnitureto its original position and or deterioration o

urniture fittings or structure o the room orcommunal areas not due to air wear and tear

and any additional cleaning required Roomsflats are inspected at intervals throughout theyear and beore departure Any charges due

will be invoiced

Data Protection

Personal data collected on your

accommodation application will be held onthe University database or administrativepurposes It will be processed in accordance

with the statutory Data Protection Principlesand the Universityrsquos registration under the Data

Protection Acts 1984 amp 1998 The University is

required to disclose your name and campusaddress to Guildord Borough Council toenable the electoral roll to be updated

The Conditions of Residence are the rules and policies of residence

When you apply for accommodation you have to agree to abide by the

Conditions of Residence and these are an important part of your licence

agreement or tenancy (see PoliciesContractual Relationship)

The University reserves the right to introduce such changes to the

Conditions of Residence as may be necessary or desirable

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Departure and Giving Notice to

Leave Early

You are required to vacate your

accommodation and return keys by middayon the end date stated in your Allocation

Letter or tenancy There are no on campusstorage acilities or residentsrsquo belongings butAccommodation Services can supply details

o local storage companies

I you decide to move out o residence beorethe end date o your licence or tenancy you

must give notice to leave by letter email orby using a Withdrawal Form available atAccommodation Services

Residents may give notice to leave theirresidence at the end o the First SemesterNotice must be received in writing no later

than 4 December 2015 and you must vacateyour room by 30 January 2016

I you wish to vacate your room earlier than30 January you can advise Accommodation

Services o your intentions Please note thatyou may be liable or the payment o your

room rent up to 30 January 2016 unless weare able to re-let your room earlier In theevent that we are able to arrange a re-let you

need only pay until the date that the newtenant moves in

I notice is not received on or beore4 December 2015 no rebate o rent will b e

given i you decide to leave beore the enddate specified in your allocation letter

unless we are able to re-let your room Thisapplies even i your move-in date is afer

4 December 2015 I you leave beore the endo your licence or tenancy yoursquoll be requiredto continue paying until your account is

cleared in ull

I you cease to be a student because you

withdraw rom your course or the Universityterminates your course your licence to

occupy University Accommodation andthereore your liability or rent ceases whenyou move out and return the key Please

ensure you notiy Accommodation Servicesin writing o your intended move-out date so

all necessary arrangements can be made

Deposits

Residents are required to pay an advanced

payment o pound250 this will be credited to yourrent invoice afer you move in I you do not

move in the advanced payment will be usedto offset any loss o rent until a replacement

tenant is ound including an admin ee

Drug Misuse

The possession o illegal drugs is a criminaloffence and possession with intent to supplyis a more serious offence It is also an offence

or the University to allow drugs to be used inpremises it owns or manages It is thereore the

policy o the University not to tolerate the useo illegal drugs in student residences Students

ound to be using or in the possession o anyillegal drug including cannabis or who allowillegal drugs to be used in their study bedroom

will receive a substantial fine a final warningand instructions to cease their illegal activities

immediately I the studentrsquos behaviour alsoindicates that they are unsuited to communalliving they may be asked to leave residences

(see Misconduct)

The University will inorm the Police o anystudent suspected o dealing in drugs The

University also reserves the right to provideinormation to the Police about students oundto be using or in possession o illegal drugs

Electoral Registration

Students in residence in the middle o

October will be included on an annual returnmade to Guildord Borough Council which

is used to prepare the Electoral Roll Werecommend that you also register to vote at

your home address in case an election occursduring a vacation

Electrical Appliances

Residents may not install or use any heater

iron kettle ridge reezer washing machinemicrowave or other cooking equipmentin their bedroom Under no circumstances

should electrical outlets or appliances be

interered with or overloaded Multi-socketadapters should be CE or BS kite-marked andhave a use and lsquoonrsquo indicator light Kitchenappliances must have a 3-pin UK used plug

Un-used continental plugs and adaptors arenot permitted The University reserves the right

to remove without warning unsae electricalappliances or non-UK standard appliance leads

that are not CE or BS kite-marked

Furniture

Items should be kept in the room they areprovided You are expected to return all

urniture to its original position when youvacate your accommodation

Guests

You are responsible or the behaviour o your

guests and must accompany them at all times

ensuring that they comply with all relevantparts o these Conditions Guests are not

permitted in your accommodation between11pm and 8am Guest rooms may be booked

via Accommodation Services

Health and Safety

Residents are required to conduct themselves

in a responsible and sae manner at all timesThe instructions and guidance in the lsquoHealth

and Saetyrsquo section o the lsquoResidents Guidersquoorm part o the lsquoConditions o Residencersquo

Inventory

An inventory orm will be emailed to you

and you are advised to record the conditiono the room and urniture when you arriveThe inventory can either be emailed to

Accommodation Services or returned to yourCourt Reception

Keys and LocksA charge o pound20 will be made i you ail to

return your room key or security ob whenyou vacate your room I keys or security obs

are lost or broken a charge o pound20 is made orreplacements An additional charge o pound75 is

made i a lock change is necessary Residentsmay not change locks or add locks or alarmsto their rooms

I you need a replacement key or security ob

you can obtain this on payment o pound20 atAccommodation Services or at Manor ParkReception Out o office hours you should

go to your Court Reception When they areclosed the 24 hour Security Office in Senate

House will assist you usually by letting youinto your room

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Misconduct

Full details o the Universityrsquos disciplinary

procedures may be ound on the Universitywebsite wwwsurreyacukcurrentstudents

Misconduct relating to incidents in or

around the Residences is dealt with throughan escalating system o penalties issued bythe Wardens

An offence may lead to a Warning and

may be accompanied by a fine up to pound200depending on the seriousness o the offence

The Warden has the authority to move astudent to alternative accommodation withimmediate effect pending investigation o an

alleged act o serious misconduct

I through an act o serious misconduct orthrough repeated misconduct a student

demonstrates they are not suited tocommunal living they will be required toleave residence I a penalty is issued there

exists a provision or appeal

Under no circumstances may a student whohas been required to leave residence re-apply

or University accommodation during thatacademic year and they may be excludedrom applying or uture years i deemed

appropriate by a Disciplinary Panel

Noise

There is a level o noise associated with living

within a communal environment and noisecan become an issue when many people live

in close proximity to each other You mustnot make excessive noise at any time o the

day or night In addition there should beminimal noise audible outside the room youare in between 11pm and 8am (quiet hours)

When deciding i noise is excessive the

ollowing points will be considered

raquo Has a complaint(s) been receivedraquo Possible impact on other residents and

members o the Universitylocal community

raquo Level o noise being created and the timeo day

raquo Have previous complaints been made

I in the judgment o a member o UniversityStaff (this will mainly be a member o theWardening Team or Security Department)

the noise is deemed to be excessive andor intrusive then the level o noise will be

required to be reduced imm ediately theitem creating the noise can be confiscatedand urther disciplinary action may be

taken i appropriate

To ensure that the above conditions aremet we recommend that headphones are

used or listening to music and other audiooutput during quiet hours and residentsconsider their use i they wish to listen to

items at high volume

Within any large organisation on occasionthere will be events incidents or works that

may cause disruption to other memberso the organisation Whilst the Universitywill seek to minimise these occurrences

and to inorm residents whenever possiblethere may be times where disruption is

unavoidable

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Room Changes Swaps

You may not change rooms without the

agreement o Accommodation ServicesThose who swap rooms without prior

permission will ace disciplinary action thatcan include a fine and maybe excluded rom

accommodation in uture years Room swapswhere two residents agree to swap roomswith each other are permitted rom late

October Further details will be emailed toresidents or you can contact Accommodation

Services An administration ee o pound50 ischarged per resident or a room swap

In exceptional circumstances with supportrom Centre o Wellbeing or Student Advice

a room change may be permitted For urtherdetails and to collect the appropriate orm

please visit Accommodation Services

In exceptional circumstances and withprior consultation the University reservesthe right to move residents to alternative

accommodation

Security of Rooms and Property

Whenever you leave your room you should

lock your room door and the outside orstaircase door I your room is on the groundfloor you should also latch your window

closed This ensures security or everyoneThe University accepts no liability or any loss

o or damage to your personal belongings

Single Sex flatsfloors

Students occupying rooms in single sex flatsor floors may not have visitors o the opposite

sex afer 10pm on any night o the week

Smoking

Residents or their guests may not smoke

or use an electronic cigarette inside anyUniversity building or in the entrance to or

close to windows or vents o any buildingincluding the Residences This rule includes

a ban on smoking within individual studentbedrooms Failure to comply with thisregulation will result in disciplinary action

being taken

Sub-letting of Rooms

Accommodation is available or the exclusiveuse o the person to whom it is let whilst

they are a ull time registered student o the

University You may not sub-let or allowanyone else to use your room ailure to complywith this regulation will result in disciplinaryaction being taken see the Misconduct section

or more details Overnight guests should bebooked into guest rooms Please note random

spot-checks occur throughout the year to checkthe ID o residents

Summer Vacation Residence

You can apply or residence during the

summer vacation Applications can be madethrough the online store afer the Easter

vacation Further details can be ound on theAccommodation web pages No reduction orent is given or periods spent away rom the

University in vacations Normal Conditions oResidence apply to vacation periods

Television

There are TV rooms in the Residences with

Bellerby residents able to use acilitiesat Manor Park I you own or operate a

television in your room you must have yourown TV licence A TV licence i s also required

i you watch live television on a computer

You are not allowed to attach aerials or

satellite dishes internally or externally to anyresidence buildings

Parking

There is no parking or residents on Stag Hill

campus and at Manor Park

As a condition o having a place in Residencestudents who are resident in all Courts (except

Hazel Farm) may not bring a car or other our-wheeled motor vehicle on to the Universitygrounds and while in residence undertake

not to keep one on the public roads within thelsquoexclusion zonersquo used or deciding eligibility

or parking permits

Students resident at Hazel Farm may parkree o charge in designated spaces at HazelFarm Residents o Hazel Farm are not eligible

or permits to park on Stag Hill campusduring office hours There is a limited number

o spaces or students resident at BellerbyCourt who may apply or a parking permitrom the contractor who is responsible or all

parking matters in the vicinity o the Court

Student residents may park a motorcycle onany University campus i it is registered with

the Security Department and is parked withina marked motorcycle bay

Full details o the University ParkingRegulations can be ound at

surreyacukcurrentstudentscampus

transport

Parties

The Residences and surrounding areas are not

suitable or large parties I you wish to holda party within or outside o your Court or

small groups o riends you must first obtainpermission one week in advance rom your

Warden who may grant permission subjectto rules which include accepting liability or

any charges resulting rom the party Partiesare allowed on Friday or Saturday nightsonly outside o designated exam periods A

ull copy o the partybarbeque regulations isavailable rom the Wardensrsquo website

Pets

You may not keep pets in your residence

Posters

You may not post notices other than

those or RAG publicity or student electioncampaigns in your windows or in any other

part o the Court except on notice boards

Rent

You will receive an email to your University oSurrey email account rom Accommodation

Services containing your rent invoice Theinvoice includes details o how to go onlineand make payment I you donrsquot get this email

within 14 days o moving in please contactAccommodation Services Contact details are at

the back o this handbook

Rents are payable or the whole periodspecified in your Accommodation agreementNo rebate is given i you arrive late or leave

beore the end o the period specified in yourAccommodation agreement

Rent may be paid in ull or the year or in

instalments You are encouraged to use theUniversity on-line payment system to m akepayments

You are responsible or payment by the

dates indicated on the invoice I payment isnot received within 28 days o your taking

up residence your licence to occupy maybe terminated I you are having difficulties

paying your rent you must contact theStudent Finance Team as soon as possibleContact details are at the back o this booklet

Rents are reviewed annually by theUniversity and are confirmed by the

Executive Board Rents normally increase inSeptember and are in orce or the ollowing

academic year

Accommodation Services reserves the rightto withhold University accommodation roma student who it has been established owes

rent to the University or a private landlord

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surreyacuk University of Surrey 33

USEFUL CONTACTS

Accommodation Services

Philip Marchant Building

E accommodationsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682466

Open Mon to Fri 10am to 5pm

facebookcomSurreyResidenceExperience

Security

Ground Floor Senate House

T +44 (0)1483 682002

Emergencies (internal) 3333

Emergencies +44(0)1483 683333

Court Receptions

Stag Hill Reception

Stag Hill Court University Court

Millennium House

E staghillreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 689078

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 7pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Battersea Reception

Battersea Court Surrey CourtE batterseareceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682473

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 11pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Cathedral Reception

Cathedral Court International House

Twyford Court

E cathedralreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682468

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 7pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Manor Park Reception

Manor Park Bellerby Court

E manorparkreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 683500

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 11pm

Sat amp Sun 10am to 2pm (Security presence 247)

Hazel Farm Caretakerrsquos Office

Hazel Farm

E accommodationsurreyacuk

T +44(0)1483 683536

Student Life Mentoring

Student Services Centre

E mentoringsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 68 3510 6694 4824

facebookcomsurreystudent

Twitter surreystudent

Estates and Facilities Helpdesk

(online reporting of maintenance issues)

httparchibussurreyacukstudenthelpdesk

indexcfm

Look for this button on the Accommodation

Services website

Finance

Student Receivables (rent payments)

Student Services Centre

E student-receivablessurreyacuk

IT Services

(Room internet ndash Surrey ResNet)

Contact your Court Reception to arrange for a

ResNet Advisor to visit

E usersupportsurreyacuk

Wardens

Please see contact details posted within your

accommodation or follow the link below to the

Wardensrsquo website

surreyacukcurrentstudents

accommodationwardens

Wardens can also be contacted by the email

addresses below

Battersea Court and Surrey Courtbatterseaampsurreywardensurreyacuk

Cathedral Court and Guildford Court

cathedralampguildfordwardensurreyacuk

International House and Twyford Court

interamptwyfordwardensurreyacuk

Manor Park and Bellerby Court

manorparkwardensurreyacuk

Hazel Farm

hazelfarmwardensurreyacuk

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Accommodation Services

Philip Marchant Building

University of Surrey

Guildord Surrey GU2 7XH UK

T +44 (0)1483 682 466

E accommodationsurreyacuk

wwwfacebookcom

SurreyResidenceExperience

surreyacukaccommodation

Disclaimer

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this

publication at the time of going to press (June 2015) The University undertakes all reasonable

steps to provide the services described in this guide but reserves the right however to introduce

changes to the information given Should industrial action or circumstances beyond the control

of the University interfere with its ability to provide services the University undertakes to use

all reasonable steps to minimise any resultant disruption Please refer to our website for up-

to-date information

June 2015

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Departure and Giving Notice to

Leave Early

You are required to vacate your

accommodation and return keys by middayon the end date stated in your Allocation

Letter or tenancy There are no on campusstorage acilities or residentsrsquo belongings butAccommodation Services can supply details

o local storage companies

I you decide to move out o residence beorethe end date o your licence or tenancy you

must give notice to leave by letter email orby using a Withdrawal Form available atAccommodation Services

Residents may give notice to leave theirresidence at the end o the First SemesterNotice must be received in writing no later

than 4 December 2015 and you must vacateyour room by 30 January 2016

I you wish to vacate your room earlier than30 January you can advise Accommodation

Services o your intentions Please note thatyou may be liable or the payment o your

room rent up to 30 January 2016 unless weare able to re-let your room earlier In theevent that we are able to arrange a re-let you

need only pay until the date that the newtenant moves in

I notice is not received on or beore4 December 2015 no rebate o rent will b e

given i you decide to leave beore the enddate specified in your allocation letter

unless we are able to re-let your room Thisapplies even i your move-in date is afer

4 December 2015 I you leave beore the endo your licence or tenancy yoursquoll be requiredto continue paying until your account is

cleared in ull

I you cease to be a student because you

withdraw rom your course or the Universityterminates your course your licence to

occupy University Accommodation andthereore your liability or rent ceases whenyou move out and return the key Please

ensure you notiy Accommodation Servicesin writing o your intended move-out date so

all necessary arrangements can be made

Deposits

Residents are required to pay an advanced

payment o pound250 this will be credited to yourrent invoice afer you move in I you do not

move in the advanced payment will be usedto offset any loss o rent until a replacement

tenant is ound including an admin ee

Drug Misuse

The possession o illegal drugs is a criminaloffence and possession with intent to supplyis a more serious offence It is also an offence

or the University to allow drugs to be used inpremises it owns or manages It is thereore the

policy o the University not to tolerate the useo illegal drugs in student residences Students

ound to be using or in the possession o anyillegal drug including cannabis or who allowillegal drugs to be used in their study bedroom

will receive a substantial fine a final warningand instructions to cease their illegal activities

immediately I the studentrsquos behaviour alsoindicates that they are unsuited to communalliving they may be asked to leave residences

(see Misconduct)

The University will inorm the Police o anystudent suspected o dealing in drugs The

University also reserves the right to provideinormation to the Police about students oundto be using or in possession o illegal drugs

Electoral Registration

Students in residence in the middle o

October will be included on an annual returnmade to Guildord Borough Council which

is used to prepare the Electoral Roll Werecommend that you also register to vote at

your home address in case an election occursduring a vacation

Electrical Appliances

Residents may not install or use any heater

iron kettle ridge reezer washing machinemicrowave or other cooking equipmentin their bedroom Under no circumstances

should electrical outlets or appliances be

interered with or overloaded Multi-socketadapters should be CE or BS kite-marked andhave a use and lsquoonrsquo indicator light Kitchenappliances must have a 3-pin UK used plug

Un-used continental plugs and adaptors arenot permitted The University reserves the right

to remove without warning unsae electricalappliances or non-UK standard appliance leads

that are not CE or BS kite-marked

Furniture

Items should be kept in the room they areprovided You are expected to return all

urniture to its original position when youvacate your accommodation

Guests

You are responsible or the behaviour o your

guests and must accompany them at all times

ensuring that they comply with all relevantparts o these Conditions Guests are not

permitted in your accommodation between11pm and 8am Guest rooms may be booked

via Accommodation Services

Health and Safety

Residents are required to conduct themselves

in a responsible and sae manner at all timesThe instructions and guidance in the lsquoHealth

and Saetyrsquo section o the lsquoResidents Guidersquoorm part o the lsquoConditions o Residencersquo

Inventory

An inventory orm will be emailed to you

and you are advised to record the conditiono the room and urniture when you arriveThe inventory can either be emailed to

Accommodation Services or returned to yourCourt Reception

Keys and LocksA charge o pound20 will be made i you ail to

return your room key or security ob whenyou vacate your room I keys or security obs

are lost or broken a charge o pound20 is made orreplacements An additional charge o pound75 is

made i a lock change is necessary Residentsmay not change locks or add locks or alarmsto their rooms

I you need a replacement key or security ob

you can obtain this on payment o pound20 atAccommodation Services or at Manor ParkReception Out o office hours you should

go to your Court Reception When they areclosed the 24 hour Security Office in Senate

House will assist you usually by letting youinto your room

University of Surrey 27surreyacuk

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Misconduct

Full details o the Universityrsquos disciplinary

procedures may be ound on the Universitywebsite wwwsurreyacukcurrentstudents

Misconduct relating to incidents in or

around the Residences is dealt with throughan escalating system o penalties issued bythe Wardens

An offence may lead to a Warning and

may be accompanied by a fine up to pound200depending on the seriousness o the offence

The Warden has the authority to move astudent to alternative accommodation withimmediate effect pending investigation o an

alleged act o serious misconduct

I through an act o serious misconduct orthrough repeated misconduct a student

demonstrates they are not suited tocommunal living they will be required toleave residence I a penalty is issued there

exists a provision or appeal

Under no circumstances may a student whohas been required to leave residence re-apply

or University accommodation during thatacademic year and they may be excludedrom applying or uture years i deemed

appropriate by a Disciplinary Panel

Noise

There is a level o noise associated with living

within a communal environment and noisecan become an issue when many people live

in close proximity to each other You mustnot make excessive noise at any time o the

day or night In addition there should beminimal noise audible outside the room youare in between 11pm and 8am (quiet hours)

When deciding i noise is excessive the

ollowing points will be considered

raquo Has a complaint(s) been receivedraquo Possible impact on other residents and

members o the Universitylocal community

raquo Level o noise being created and the timeo day

raquo Have previous complaints been made

I in the judgment o a member o UniversityStaff (this will mainly be a member o theWardening Team or Security Department)

the noise is deemed to be excessive andor intrusive then the level o noise will be

required to be reduced imm ediately theitem creating the noise can be confiscatedand urther disciplinary action may be

taken i appropriate

To ensure that the above conditions aremet we recommend that headphones are

used or listening to music and other audiooutput during quiet hours and residentsconsider their use i they wish to listen to

items at high volume

Within any large organisation on occasionthere will be events incidents or works that

may cause disruption to other memberso the organisation Whilst the Universitywill seek to minimise these occurrences

and to inorm residents whenever possiblethere may be times where disruption is

unavoidable

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Room Changes Swaps

You may not change rooms without the

agreement o Accommodation ServicesThose who swap rooms without prior

permission will ace disciplinary action thatcan include a fine and maybe excluded rom

accommodation in uture years Room swapswhere two residents agree to swap roomswith each other are permitted rom late

October Further details will be emailed toresidents or you can contact Accommodation

Services An administration ee o pound50 ischarged per resident or a room swap

In exceptional circumstances with supportrom Centre o Wellbeing or Student Advice

a room change may be permitted For urtherdetails and to collect the appropriate orm

please visit Accommodation Services

In exceptional circumstances and withprior consultation the University reservesthe right to move residents to alternative

accommodation

Security of Rooms and Property

Whenever you leave your room you should

lock your room door and the outside orstaircase door I your room is on the groundfloor you should also latch your window

closed This ensures security or everyoneThe University accepts no liability or any loss

o or damage to your personal belongings

Single Sex flatsfloors

Students occupying rooms in single sex flatsor floors may not have visitors o the opposite

sex afer 10pm on any night o the week

Smoking

Residents or their guests may not smoke

or use an electronic cigarette inside anyUniversity building or in the entrance to or

close to windows or vents o any buildingincluding the Residences This rule includes

a ban on smoking within individual studentbedrooms Failure to comply with thisregulation will result in disciplinary action

being taken

Sub-letting of Rooms

Accommodation is available or the exclusiveuse o the person to whom it is let whilst

they are a ull time registered student o the

University You may not sub-let or allowanyone else to use your room ailure to complywith this regulation will result in disciplinaryaction being taken see the Misconduct section

or more details Overnight guests should bebooked into guest rooms Please note random

spot-checks occur throughout the year to checkthe ID o residents

Summer Vacation Residence

You can apply or residence during the

summer vacation Applications can be madethrough the online store afer the Easter

vacation Further details can be ound on theAccommodation web pages No reduction orent is given or periods spent away rom the

University in vacations Normal Conditions oResidence apply to vacation periods

Television

There are TV rooms in the Residences with

Bellerby residents able to use acilitiesat Manor Park I you own or operate a

television in your room you must have yourown TV licence A TV licence i s also required

i you watch live television on a computer

You are not allowed to attach aerials or

satellite dishes internally or externally to anyresidence buildings

Parking

There is no parking or residents on Stag Hill

campus and at Manor Park

As a condition o having a place in Residencestudents who are resident in all Courts (except

Hazel Farm) may not bring a car or other our-wheeled motor vehicle on to the Universitygrounds and while in residence undertake

not to keep one on the public roads within thelsquoexclusion zonersquo used or deciding eligibility

or parking permits

Students resident at Hazel Farm may parkree o charge in designated spaces at HazelFarm Residents o Hazel Farm are not eligible

or permits to park on Stag Hill campusduring office hours There is a limited number

o spaces or students resident at BellerbyCourt who may apply or a parking permitrom the contractor who is responsible or all

parking matters in the vicinity o the Court

Student residents may park a motorcycle onany University campus i it is registered with

the Security Department and is parked withina marked motorcycle bay

Full details o the University ParkingRegulations can be ound at

surreyacukcurrentstudentscampus

transport

Parties

The Residences and surrounding areas are not

suitable or large parties I you wish to holda party within or outside o your Court or

small groups o riends you must first obtainpermission one week in advance rom your

Warden who may grant permission subjectto rules which include accepting liability or

any charges resulting rom the party Partiesare allowed on Friday or Saturday nightsonly outside o designated exam periods A

ull copy o the partybarbeque regulations isavailable rom the Wardensrsquo website

Pets

You may not keep pets in your residence

Posters

You may not post notices other than

those or RAG publicity or student electioncampaigns in your windows or in any other

part o the Court except on notice boards

Rent

You will receive an email to your University oSurrey email account rom Accommodation

Services containing your rent invoice Theinvoice includes details o how to go onlineand make payment I you donrsquot get this email

within 14 days o moving in please contactAccommodation Services Contact details are at

the back o this handbook

Rents are payable or the whole periodspecified in your Accommodation agreementNo rebate is given i you arrive late or leave

beore the end o the period specified in yourAccommodation agreement

Rent may be paid in ull or the year or in

instalments You are encouraged to use theUniversity on-line payment system to m akepayments

You are responsible or payment by the

dates indicated on the invoice I payment isnot received within 28 days o your taking

up residence your licence to occupy maybe terminated I you are having difficulties

paying your rent you must contact theStudent Finance Team as soon as possibleContact details are at the back o this booklet

Rents are reviewed annually by theUniversity and are confirmed by the

Executive Board Rents normally increase inSeptember and are in orce or the ollowing

academic year

Accommodation Services reserves the rightto withhold University accommodation roma student who it has been established owes

rent to the University or a private landlord

University of Surrey 31surreyacuk

8162019 Residents Guide 2015 2016

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullresidents-guide-2015-2016 1718

surreyacuk University of Surrey 33

USEFUL CONTACTS

Accommodation Services

Philip Marchant Building

E accommodationsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682466

Open Mon to Fri 10am to 5pm

facebookcomSurreyResidenceExperience

Security

Ground Floor Senate House

T +44 (0)1483 682002

Emergencies (internal) 3333

Emergencies +44(0)1483 683333

Court Receptions

Stag Hill Reception

Stag Hill Court University Court

Millennium House

E staghillreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 689078

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 7pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Battersea Reception

Battersea Court Surrey CourtE batterseareceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682473

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 11pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Cathedral Reception

Cathedral Court International House

Twyford Court

E cathedralreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682468

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 7pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Manor Park Reception

Manor Park Bellerby Court

E manorparkreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 683500

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 11pm

Sat amp Sun 10am to 2pm (Security presence 247)

Hazel Farm Caretakerrsquos Office

Hazel Farm

E accommodationsurreyacuk

T +44(0)1483 683536

Student Life Mentoring

Student Services Centre

E mentoringsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 68 3510 6694 4824

facebookcomsurreystudent

Twitter surreystudent

Estates and Facilities Helpdesk

(online reporting of maintenance issues)

httparchibussurreyacukstudenthelpdesk

indexcfm

Look for this button on the Accommodation

Services website

Finance

Student Receivables (rent payments)

Student Services Centre

E student-receivablessurreyacuk

IT Services

(Room internet ndash Surrey ResNet)

Contact your Court Reception to arrange for a

ResNet Advisor to visit

E usersupportsurreyacuk

Wardens

Please see contact details posted within your

accommodation or follow the link below to the

Wardensrsquo website

surreyacukcurrentstudents

accommodationwardens

Wardens can also be contacted by the email

addresses below

Battersea Court and Surrey Courtbatterseaampsurreywardensurreyacuk

Cathedral Court and Guildford Court

cathedralampguildfordwardensurreyacuk

International House and Twyford Court

interamptwyfordwardensurreyacuk

Manor Park and Bellerby Court

manorparkwardensurreyacuk

Hazel Farm

hazelfarmwardensurreyacuk

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Accommodation Services

Philip Marchant Building

University of Surrey

Guildord Surrey GU2 7XH UK

T +44 (0)1483 682 466

E accommodationsurreyacuk

wwwfacebookcom

SurreyResidenceExperience

surreyacukaccommodation

Disclaimer

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this

publication at the time of going to press (June 2015) The University undertakes all reasonable

steps to provide the services described in this guide but reserves the right however to introduce

changes to the information given Should industrial action or circumstances beyond the control

of the University interfere with its ability to provide services the University undertakes to use

all reasonable steps to minimise any resultant disruption Please refer to our website for up-

to-date information

June 2015

7335 0515

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Misconduct

Full details o the Universityrsquos disciplinary

procedures may be ound on the Universitywebsite wwwsurreyacukcurrentstudents

Misconduct relating to incidents in or

around the Residences is dealt with throughan escalating system o penalties issued bythe Wardens

An offence may lead to a Warning and

may be accompanied by a fine up to pound200depending on the seriousness o the offence

The Warden has the authority to move astudent to alternative accommodation withimmediate effect pending investigation o an

alleged act o serious misconduct

I through an act o serious misconduct orthrough repeated misconduct a student

demonstrates they are not suited tocommunal living they will be required toleave residence I a penalty is issued there

exists a provision or appeal

Under no circumstances may a student whohas been required to leave residence re-apply

or University accommodation during thatacademic year and they may be excludedrom applying or uture years i deemed

appropriate by a Disciplinary Panel

Noise

There is a level o noise associated with living

within a communal environment and noisecan become an issue when many people live

in close proximity to each other You mustnot make excessive noise at any time o the

day or night In addition there should beminimal noise audible outside the room youare in between 11pm and 8am (quiet hours)

When deciding i noise is excessive the

ollowing points will be considered

raquo Has a complaint(s) been receivedraquo Possible impact on other residents and

members o the Universitylocal community

raquo Level o noise being created and the timeo day

raquo Have previous complaints been made

I in the judgment o a member o UniversityStaff (this will mainly be a member o theWardening Team or Security Department)

the noise is deemed to be excessive andor intrusive then the level o noise will be

required to be reduced imm ediately theitem creating the noise can be confiscatedand urther disciplinary action may be

taken i appropriate

To ensure that the above conditions aremet we recommend that headphones are

used or listening to music and other audiooutput during quiet hours and residentsconsider their use i they wish to listen to

items at high volume

Within any large organisation on occasionthere will be events incidents or works that

may cause disruption to other memberso the organisation Whilst the Universitywill seek to minimise these occurrences

and to inorm residents whenever possiblethere may be times where disruption is

unavoidable

University of Surrey 29surreyacuk

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Room Changes Swaps

You may not change rooms without the

agreement o Accommodation ServicesThose who swap rooms without prior

permission will ace disciplinary action thatcan include a fine and maybe excluded rom

accommodation in uture years Room swapswhere two residents agree to swap roomswith each other are permitted rom late

October Further details will be emailed toresidents or you can contact Accommodation

Services An administration ee o pound50 ischarged per resident or a room swap

In exceptional circumstances with supportrom Centre o Wellbeing or Student Advice

a room change may be permitted For urtherdetails and to collect the appropriate orm

please visit Accommodation Services

In exceptional circumstances and withprior consultation the University reservesthe right to move residents to alternative

accommodation

Security of Rooms and Property

Whenever you leave your room you should

lock your room door and the outside orstaircase door I your room is on the groundfloor you should also latch your window

closed This ensures security or everyoneThe University accepts no liability or any loss

o or damage to your personal belongings

Single Sex flatsfloors

Students occupying rooms in single sex flatsor floors may not have visitors o the opposite

sex afer 10pm on any night o the week

Smoking

Residents or their guests may not smoke

or use an electronic cigarette inside anyUniversity building or in the entrance to or

close to windows or vents o any buildingincluding the Residences This rule includes

a ban on smoking within individual studentbedrooms Failure to comply with thisregulation will result in disciplinary action

being taken

Sub-letting of Rooms

Accommodation is available or the exclusiveuse o the person to whom it is let whilst

they are a ull time registered student o the

University You may not sub-let or allowanyone else to use your room ailure to complywith this regulation will result in disciplinaryaction being taken see the Misconduct section

or more details Overnight guests should bebooked into guest rooms Please note random

spot-checks occur throughout the year to checkthe ID o residents

Summer Vacation Residence

You can apply or residence during the

summer vacation Applications can be madethrough the online store afer the Easter

vacation Further details can be ound on theAccommodation web pages No reduction orent is given or periods spent away rom the

University in vacations Normal Conditions oResidence apply to vacation periods

Television

There are TV rooms in the Residences with

Bellerby residents able to use acilitiesat Manor Park I you own or operate a

television in your room you must have yourown TV licence A TV licence i s also required

i you watch live television on a computer

You are not allowed to attach aerials or

satellite dishes internally or externally to anyresidence buildings

Parking

There is no parking or residents on Stag Hill

campus and at Manor Park

As a condition o having a place in Residencestudents who are resident in all Courts (except

Hazel Farm) may not bring a car or other our-wheeled motor vehicle on to the Universitygrounds and while in residence undertake

not to keep one on the public roads within thelsquoexclusion zonersquo used or deciding eligibility

or parking permits

Students resident at Hazel Farm may parkree o charge in designated spaces at HazelFarm Residents o Hazel Farm are not eligible

or permits to park on Stag Hill campusduring office hours There is a limited number

o spaces or students resident at BellerbyCourt who may apply or a parking permitrom the contractor who is responsible or all

parking matters in the vicinity o the Court

Student residents may park a motorcycle onany University campus i it is registered with

the Security Department and is parked withina marked motorcycle bay

Full details o the University ParkingRegulations can be ound at

surreyacukcurrentstudentscampus

transport

Parties

The Residences and surrounding areas are not

suitable or large parties I you wish to holda party within or outside o your Court or

small groups o riends you must first obtainpermission one week in advance rom your

Warden who may grant permission subjectto rules which include accepting liability or

any charges resulting rom the party Partiesare allowed on Friday or Saturday nightsonly outside o designated exam periods A

ull copy o the partybarbeque regulations isavailable rom the Wardensrsquo website

Pets

You may not keep pets in your residence

Posters

You may not post notices other than

those or RAG publicity or student electioncampaigns in your windows or in any other

part o the Court except on notice boards

Rent

You will receive an email to your University oSurrey email account rom Accommodation

Services containing your rent invoice Theinvoice includes details o how to go onlineand make payment I you donrsquot get this email

within 14 days o moving in please contactAccommodation Services Contact details are at

the back o this handbook

Rents are payable or the whole periodspecified in your Accommodation agreementNo rebate is given i you arrive late or leave

beore the end o the period specified in yourAccommodation agreement

Rent may be paid in ull or the year or in

instalments You are encouraged to use theUniversity on-line payment system to m akepayments

You are responsible or payment by the

dates indicated on the invoice I payment isnot received within 28 days o your taking

up residence your licence to occupy maybe terminated I you are having difficulties

paying your rent you must contact theStudent Finance Team as soon as possibleContact details are at the back o this booklet

Rents are reviewed annually by theUniversity and are confirmed by the

Executive Board Rents normally increase inSeptember and are in orce or the ollowing

academic year

Accommodation Services reserves the rightto withhold University accommodation roma student who it has been established owes

rent to the University or a private landlord

University of Surrey 31surreyacuk

8162019 Residents Guide 2015 2016

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullresidents-guide-2015-2016 1718

surreyacuk University of Surrey 33

USEFUL CONTACTS

Accommodation Services

Philip Marchant Building

E accommodationsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682466

Open Mon to Fri 10am to 5pm

facebookcomSurreyResidenceExperience

Security

Ground Floor Senate House

T +44 (0)1483 682002

Emergencies (internal) 3333

Emergencies +44(0)1483 683333

Court Receptions

Stag Hill Reception

Stag Hill Court University Court

Millennium House

E staghillreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 689078

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 7pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Battersea Reception

Battersea Court Surrey CourtE batterseareceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682473

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 11pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Cathedral Reception

Cathedral Court International House

Twyford Court

E cathedralreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682468

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 7pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Manor Park Reception

Manor Park Bellerby Court

E manorparkreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 683500

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 11pm

Sat amp Sun 10am to 2pm (Security presence 247)

Hazel Farm Caretakerrsquos Office

Hazel Farm

E accommodationsurreyacuk

T +44(0)1483 683536

Student Life Mentoring

Student Services Centre

E mentoringsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 68 3510 6694 4824

facebookcomsurreystudent

Twitter surreystudent

Estates and Facilities Helpdesk

(online reporting of maintenance issues)

httparchibussurreyacukstudenthelpdesk

indexcfm

Look for this button on the Accommodation

Services website

Finance

Student Receivables (rent payments)

Student Services Centre

E student-receivablessurreyacuk

IT Services

(Room internet ndash Surrey ResNet)

Contact your Court Reception to arrange for a

ResNet Advisor to visit

E usersupportsurreyacuk

Wardens

Please see contact details posted within your

accommodation or follow the link below to the

Wardensrsquo website

surreyacukcurrentstudents

accommodationwardens

Wardens can also be contacted by the email

addresses below

Battersea Court and Surrey Courtbatterseaampsurreywardensurreyacuk

Cathedral Court and Guildford Court

cathedralampguildfordwardensurreyacuk

International House and Twyford Court

interamptwyfordwardensurreyacuk

Manor Park and Bellerby Court

manorparkwardensurreyacuk

Hazel Farm

hazelfarmwardensurreyacuk

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httpslidepdfcomreaderfullresidents-guide-2015-2016 1818

Accommodation Services

Philip Marchant Building

University of Surrey

Guildord Surrey GU2 7XH UK

T +44 (0)1483 682 466

E accommodationsurreyacuk

wwwfacebookcom

SurreyResidenceExperience

surreyacukaccommodation

Disclaimer

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this

publication at the time of going to press (June 2015) The University undertakes all reasonable

steps to provide the services described in this guide but reserves the right however to introduce

changes to the information given Should industrial action or circumstances beyond the control

of the University interfere with its ability to provide services the University undertakes to use

all reasonable steps to minimise any resultant disruption Please refer to our website for up-

to-date information

June 2015

7335 0515

Page 16: Residents Guide 2015 2016

8162019 Residents Guide 2015 2016

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullresidents-guide-2015-2016 1618

Room Changes Swaps

You may not change rooms without the

agreement o Accommodation ServicesThose who swap rooms without prior

permission will ace disciplinary action thatcan include a fine and maybe excluded rom

accommodation in uture years Room swapswhere two residents agree to swap roomswith each other are permitted rom late

October Further details will be emailed toresidents or you can contact Accommodation

Services An administration ee o pound50 ischarged per resident or a room swap

In exceptional circumstances with supportrom Centre o Wellbeing or Student Advice

a room change may be permitted For urtherdetails and to collect the appropriate orm

please visit Accommodation Services

In exceptional circumstances and withprior consultation the University reservesthe right to move residents to alternative

accommodation

Security of Rooms and Property

Whenever you leave your room you should

lock your room door and the outside orstaircase door I your room is on the groundfloor you should also latch your window

closed This ensures security or everyoneThe University accepts no liability or any loss

o or damage to your personal belongings

Single Sex flatsfloors

Students occupying rooms in single sex flatsor floors may not have visitors o the opposite

sex afer 10pm on any night o the week

Smoking

Residents or their guests may not smoke

or use an electronic cigarette inside anyUniversity building or in the entrance to or

close to windows or vents o any buildingincluding the Residences This rule includes

a ban on smoking within individual studentbedrooms Failure to comply with thisregulation will result in disciplinary action

being taken

Sub-letting of Rooms

Accommodation is available or the exclusiveuse o the person to whom it is let whilst

they are a ull time registered student o the

University You may not sub-let or allowanyone else to use your room ailure to complywith this regulation will result in disciplinaryaction being taken see the Misconduct section

or more details Overnight guests should bebooked into guest rooms Please note random

spot-checks occur throughout the year to checkthe ID o residents

Summer Vacation Residence

You can apply or residence during the

summer vacation Applications can be madethrough the online store afer the Easter

vacation Further details can be ound on theAccommodation web pages No reduction orent is given or periods spent away rom the

University in vacations Normal Conditions oResidence apply to vacation periods

Television

There are TV rooms in the Residences with

Bellerby residents able to use acilitiesat Manor Park I you own or operate a

television in your room you must have yourown TV licence A TV licence i s also required

i you watch live television on a computer

You are not allowed to attach aerials or

satellite dishes internally or externally to anyresidence buildings

Parking

There is no parking or residents on Stag Hill

campus and at Manor Park

As a condition o having a place in Residencestudents who are resident in all Courts (except

Hazel Farm) may not bring a car or other our-wheeled motor vehicle on to the Universitygrounds and while in residence undertake

not to keep one on the public roads within thelsquoexclusion zonersquo used or deciding eligibility

or parking permits

Students resident at Hazel Farm may parkree o charge in designated spaces at HazelFarm Residents o Hazel Farm are not eligible

or permits to park on Stag Hill campusduring office hours There is a limited number

o spaces or students resident at BellerbyCourt who may apply or a parking permitrom the contractor who is responsible or all

parking matters in the vicinity o the Court

Student residents may park a motorcycle onany University campus i it is registered with

the Security Department and is parked withina marked motorcycle bay

Full details o the University ParkingRegulations can be ound at

surreyacukcurrentstudentscampus

transport

Parties

The Residences and surrounding areas are not

suitable or large parties I you wish to holda party within or outside o your Court or

small groups o riends you must first obtainpermission one week in advance rom your

Warden who may grant permission subjectto rules which include accepting liability or

any charges resulting rom the party Partiesare allowed on Friday or Saturday nightsonly outside o designated exam periods A

ull copy o the partybarbeque regulations isavailable rom the Wardensrsquo website

Pets

You may not keep pets in your residence

Posters

You may not post notices other than

those or RAG publicity or student electioncampaigns in your windows or in any other

part o the Court except on notice boards

Rent

You will receive an email to your University oSurrey email account rom Accommodation

Services containing your rent invoice Theinvoice includes details o how to go onlineand make payment I you donrsquot get this email

within 14 days o moving in please contactAccommodation Services Contact details are at

the back o this handbook

Rents are payable or the whole periodspecified in your Accommodation agreementNo rebate is given i you arrive late or leave

beore the end o the period specified in yourAccommodation agreement

Rent may be paid in ull or the year or in

instalments You are encouraged to use theUniversity on-line payment system to m akepayments

You are responsible or payment by the

dates indicated on the invoice I payment isnot received within 28 days o your taking

up residence your licence to occupy maybe terminated I you are having difficulties

paying your rent you must contact theStudent Finance Team as soon as possibleContact details are at the back o this booklet

Rents are reviewed annually by theUniversity and are confirmed by the

Executive Board Rents normally increase inSeptember and are in orce or the ollowing

academic year

Accommodation Services reserves the rightto withhold University accommodation roma student who it has been established owes

rent to the University or a private landlord

University of Surrey 31surreyacuk

8162019 Residents Guide 2015 2016

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullresidents-guide-2015-2016 1718

surreyacuk University of Surrey 33

USEFUL CONTACTS

Accommodation Services

Philip Marchant Building

E accommodationsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682466

Open Mon to Fri 10am to 5pm

facebookcomSurreyResidenceExperience

Security

Ground Floor Senate House

T +44 (0)1483 682002

Emergencies (internal) 3333

Emergencies +44(0)1483 683333

Court Receptions

Stag Hill Reception

Stag Hill Court University Court

Millennium House

E staghillreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 689078

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 7pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Battersea Reception

Battersea Court Surrey CourtE batterseareceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682473

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 11pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Cathedral Reception

Cathedral Court International House

Twyford Court

E cathedralreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682468

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 7pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Manor Park Reception

Manor Park Bellerby Court

E manorparkreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 683500

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 11pm

Sat amp Sun 10am to 2pm (Security presence 247)

Hazel Farm Caretakerrsquos Office

Hazel Farm

E accommodationsurreyacuk

T +44(0)1483 683536

Student Life Mentoring

Student Services Centre

E mentoringsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 68 3510 6694 4824

facebookcomsurreystudent

Twitter surreystudent

Estates and Facilities Helpdesk

(online reporting of maintenance issues)

httparchibussurreyacukstudenthelpdesk

indexcfm

Look for this button on the Accommodation

Services website

Finance

Student Receivables (rent payments)

Student Services Centre

E student-receivablessurreyacuk

IT Services

(Room internet ndash Surrey ResNet)

Contact your Court Reception to arrange for a

ResNet Advisor to visit

E usersupportsurreyacuk

Wardens

Please see contact details posted within your

accommodation or follow the link below to the

Wardensrsquo website

surreyacukcurrentstudents

accommodationwardens

Wardens can also be contacted by the email

addresses below

Battersea Court and Surrey Courtbatterseaampsurreywardensurreyacuk

Cathedral Court and Guildford Court

cathedralampguildfordwardensurreyacuk

International House and Twyford Court

interamptwyfordwardensurreyacuk

Manor Park and Bellerby Court

manorparkwardensurreyacuk

Hazel Farm

hazelfarmwardensurreyacuk

8162019 Residents Guide 2015 2016

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullresidents-guide-2015-2016 1818

Accommodation Services

Philip Marchant Building

University of Surrey

Guildord Surrey GU2 7XH UK

T +44 (0)1483 682 466

E accommodationsurreyacuk

wwwfacebookcom

SurreyResidenceExperience

surreyacukaccommodation

Disclaimer

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this

publication at the time of going to press (June 2015) The University undertakes all reasonable

steps to provide the services described in this guide but reserves the right however to introduce

changes to the information given Should industrial action or circumstances beyond the control

of the University interfere with its ability to provide services the University undertakes to use

all reasonable steps to minimise any resultant disruption Please refer to our website for up-

to-date information

June 2015

7335 0515

Page 17: Residents Guide 2015 2016

8162019 Residents Guide 2015 2016

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullresidents-guide-2015-2016 1718

surreyacuk University of Surrey 33

USEFUL CONTACTS

Accommodation Services

Philip Marchant Building

E accommodationsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682466

Open Mon to Fri 10am to 5pm

facebookcomSurreyResidenceExperience

Security

Ground Floor Senate House

T +44 (0)1483 682002

Emergencies (internal) 3333

Emergencies +44(0)1483 683333

Court Receptions

Stag Hill Reception

Stag Hill Court University Court

Millennium House

E staghillreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 689078

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 7pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Battersea Reception

Battersea Court Surrey CourtE batterseareceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682473

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 11pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Cathedral Reception

Cathedral Court International House

Twyford Court

E cathedralreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 682468

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 7pm

and Sat 8am to 12 Noon

Manor Park Reception

Manor Park Bellerby Court

E manorparkreceptionsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 683500

Open Mon to Fri 8am to 11pm

Sat amp Sun 10am to 2pm (Security presence 247)

Hazel Farm Caretakerrsquos Office

Hazel Farm

E accommodationsurreyacuk

T +44(0)1483 683536

Student Life Mentoring

Student Services Centre

E mentoringsurreyacuk

T +44 (0)1483 68 3510 6694 4824

facebookcomsurreystudent

Twitter surreystudent

Estates and Facilities Helpdesk

(online reporting of maintenance issues)

httparchibussurreyacukstudenthelpdesk

indexcfm

Look for this button on the Accommodation

Services website

Finance

Student Receivables (rent payments)

Student Services Centre

E student-receivablessurreyacuk

IT Services

(Room internet ndash Surrey ResNet)

Contact your Court Reception to arrange for a

ResNet Advisor to visit

E usersupportsurreyacuk

Wardens

Please see contact details posted within your

accommodation or follow the link below to the

Wardensrsquo website

surreyacukcurrentstudents

accommodationwardens

Wardens can also be contacted by the email

addresses below

Battersea Court and Surrey Courtbatterseaampsurreywardensurreyacuk

Cathedral Court and Guildford Court

cathedralampguildfordwardensurreyacuk

International House and Twyford Court

interamptwyfordwardensurreyacuk

Manor Park and Bellerby Court

manorparkwardensurreyacuk

Hazel Farm

hazelfarmwardensurreyacuk

8162019 Residents Guide 2015 2016

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullresidents-guide-2015-2016 1818

Accommodation Services

Philip Marchant Building

University of Surrey

Guildord Surrey GU2 7XH UK

T +44 (0)1483 682 466

E accommodationsurreyacuk

wwwfacebookcom

SurreyResidenceExperience

surreyacukaccommodation

Disclaimer

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this

publication at the time of going to press (June 2015) The University undertakes all reasonable

steps to provide the services described in this guide but reserves the right however to introduce

changes to the information given Should industrial action or circumstances beyond the control

of the University interfere with its ability to provide services the University undertakes to use

all reasonable steps to minimise any resultant disruption Please refer to our website for up-

to-date information

June 2015

7335 0515

Page 18: Residents Guide 2015 2016

8162019 Residents Guide 2015 2016

httpslidepdfcomreaderfullresidents-guide-2015-2016 1818

Accommodation Services

Philip Marchant Building

University of Surrey

Guildord Surrey GU2 7XH UK

T +44 (0)1483 682 466

E accommodationsurreyacuk

wwwfacebookcom

SurreyResidenceExperience

surreyacukaccommodation

Disclaimer

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this

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