Student accommodation - Birkbeck, University of London

Applications for accommodation at the University of London Intercollegiate Halls are now closed.

If you are still interested in Intercollegiate Halls, you can email their team to request further information on how to join the University of London waiting list.

Please note that accommodation in London is in high demand and we recommend that you look for alternative private rentals as soon as possible. Use this guide to private rental support to help you in your search.

You can use the  London Rents Map to compare average rental costs across different areas of London. Our Bloomsbury campus is well connected by train, underground and bus services, making it easy to commute to Birkbeck from more affordable areas.

You may choose to live outside central London, where more budget-friendly accommodation is available. However, you should ensure that you can travel to campus for all scheduled in-person teaching and academic activities. This is particularly important if you are studying on a Student visa, as you are required to attend classes on campus. We do not recommend that Student visa holders live outside Greater London.

You can access the University of London’s Housing Services (ULHS), the dedicated Private Housing Service, which offers a range of services to assist and support students, including advice on a range of areas, and accommodation contract checking. Contact ULHS directly for appointments available online, over the phone and in person.

Contact us

If you have any queries about accommodation contact us.

Accommodation for new full-time students

We offer various accommodation options, including University of London intercollegiate halls, and help with finding private accommodation.

Private accommodation in London

Use this overview guide to answer your questions about renting private accommodation as a student.

Accommodation for continuing full-time students

As a continuing student, you have access to a number of options, including shared accommodation managed by the University of London.

Accommodation for part-time students

You may be able to rent in the private sector, flat-share or homestay (stay with a family).

Accommodation for families and couples

Housing options for families and couples are available in halls, with housing associations and on the private sector.

Accommodation with wheelchair accessibility

A number of wheelchair accessible rooms are available in intercollegiate and independent halls.

Short-term accommodation

Most halls only offer long-term student accommodation, with contracts usually from 40 to 51 weeks. However, a number of options are available for shorter stays.

Accommodation scholarships

A small number of accommodation scholarships are available to full-time students at Birkbeck.

Accommodation and living costs

This page tells you about the costs of living in London and studying at Birkbeck and where you can find the best advice and guidance.