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Partner hall: International Hall

Located just a five-minute walk from the elegant Russell Square, International Hall is located on Lansdowne Terrace, a location that couldn’t be more central to the bustling features of Bloomsbury and Kings Cross.  

The day-to-day environment at International Hall is varied and exciting with facilities to suit every need. To relax you can make use of the site’s squash court, common room, pool tables, music room or TV room. You can also take part in the many groups that run such as yoga, running, ping pong or live music.  

International Hall also has some of the best transport links in London with underground stations such as Russell Square and Kings Cross a short walk away. 

View images, access the residents handbook and find out more about life at International Hall. 

Location

  • Lansdowne Terrace, London WC1N 1AS
  • Closest underground stations: Russell Square, King’s Cross, Holborn
  • Travel time to Bloomsbury campus: 7 minutes on foot

Facilities

  • 24-hour reception, quiet study room, common room, laundrette, lounge, bike storage, computer room, TV room, WiFi, cinema room, squash courts.
  • Small pantries are available on each floor with communal fridges, hob and microwave.
  • Rooms and shared bathrooms are located along a corridor.

CATERING

  • Catered contract includes breakfast and dinner. Students with College commitments who cannot return in time for the evening meal can pre-book a late meal at reception. 
  • Students in self-catered rooms have access to a kitchen to prepare their meals. They can also use the canteen on a pay-as-you-go basis. 

ROOMS

  • Single, shared bathroom, catered: £286.48 per week
    • Number of rooms: 4
    • Contract length: 40 weeks
    • Contract cost: £11,459.20
    • Approximate size: 10 sq m
  • Single studio, self-catered: £323.47 per week
    • Number of rooms: 8
    • Contract length: 40 weeks
    • Contract cost: £12,938.80
    • Approximate size: 16.4 sq m
  • Double studio, self-catered: £341.67 per week
    • Number of rooms: 4
    • Contract length: 40 weeks
    • Contract cost: £13,666.80
    • Approximate size: 18.9 sq m

Contracts

  • Nominated students will sign an agreement with the University of London Accommodation Services. Once nominated by Birkbeck, all aspects of the student's contract and life in halls will be managed by the University of London. 
  • Contract duration: 40 weeks for catered rooms, 14 Sept 2025 - 20 June 2026. 
  • Students who have been offered a room in this hall can request early arrival when they receive their tenancy agreement from the University of London Accommodation Service. Requests for early arrivals will be dealt with exclusively by the University of London Accommodation Services. Please  for further information.
  • Contract extension after June 2026 can usually be applied for depending on availability. Contract extensions are arranged directly with the hall administration during term two.
  • Rent includes utility bills and WiFi.
  • A £500 deposit and administration fee will be payable to the University of London on receipt of the contract.

Notes

  • Please note that only the rooms listed above are available for Birkbeck students to apply for via Birkbeck accommodation. 
  • Accommodation information, including price, and accommodation contract terms and conditions are subject to University of London. 
  • All payments will be made directly to the University of London Accommodation service. Visit the University of London website for information about payments deadlines and the University of London online payment terms.