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Housing
Where you live whilst at University and who you live with are important decisions. By clicking on the links below you will find useful information for when you start looking for private rented accommodation and how to deal with issues that may arise both in University and private rented accommodation alike.
Click here to find the Assured Shorthold Tenancy (AST) approved by the University of Birmingham and the University of Birmingham Guild of Students.
The tenancy agreement is for use by private landlords and agencies, and can be printed off as required at no cost.
Please note while this is the endorsed contract for use with University of Birmingham Students, both the University Accommodation Services and the Guilds’ Advice and Representation Centre (ARC) recommend that students get their contract checked before signing so that they can understand their rights and responsibilities as good tenants and check any additional terms included.A
Students can also speak to an Advisor in confidence via an appointment or collect a range of literature from the ARC.
Rights & Responsibilities
Student Housing Guide
Repairs – what to do if something gets broken or is in need of repair
Deposits – when to pay, and how to get them back
Ending Your Tenancy
Eviction – support provided
Useful Contacts
University Accommodation
Housing Services manages all University allocated student accommodation
Online: www.housing.bham.ac.uk
Private Accommodation
Is your landlord or agent accredited? Check on the MLAS website
Online: www.mlas-online.co.uk
SHAC (Guild Student Lettings Agent)
Email: shac@guild.bham.ac.uk
Tel: 0121 251 2510
Online: www.guildshac.co.uk
Student Pad (University Lettings Agent)
Online: www.studentpad.co.uk
Shelter
Offers advice and information about any housing problems
Online: www.shelter.org.uk
Shelterline (8am – 8pm)
Tel: 0808 800 4444
Birmingham Council Housing Department
Tel: 0121 303 5341/5070
Online: www.birmingham.gov.uk
Environmental Health Department
Tel: 0121 303 5440
Online: www.birmingham.gov.uk
Safety – Emergency Numbers
Gas: 0800 111 999 or Online: www.gassaferegister.co.uk
Electricity: 0845 733 1331 or Online: www.niceic.org.uk
Water: 0800 783 4444
West Midlands Police: 0845 113 5000
Birmingham Community & Safety Project: 0121 472 6671
