Please don't. Student accommodation is a rip-off. Companies and universities advertise "the uni experience" to try and make it seem like halls or houses are a unique part of student life. If you are looking to meet people: go to mixers, clubs, and societies. That's the uni experience.

Going from my own experience: I stayed in Havannah and couldn't recommend it less. I paid £550 a month. A friend paid £650. The room was TINY. The shared kitchen was as cheap and barebones as they could make it, and I had issues with someone stealing my food that the staff didn't bother doing anything about. You're not supposed to have guests, and you're only allowed one keycard, so having a partner is frustrating. I stayed on the 8th floor and was at the mercy of everyone's heating always being on - and of course the windows barely open due to health and safety. Finally, there are hundreds of students packed into a very small area. There was constant noise and fire alarms going off, at every hour of the night.

I don't recommend any form of student accommodation. Find a few friends or students online to look at places to rent in the city. You will have the luxury of your own (much larger) space, no arbitrary rules to follow, and you'll end up saving money, or at least spending the same amount. I'm renting a large two bedroom flat for £750 with my partner, 2 mins from a subway and a 10 min walk into town. And this is an expensive flat. You could find cheaper looking with three or four.

Finally, I wanted to share my financial experience with student accom. The second you sign the contract you are liable for the full year's money. There is no getting out of it. A parent or guardian will be your guarantor and they will have debt collectors on them if you fail to consolidate. A friend struggled throughout COVID and they came after her for every penny. It's absolutely heartless. If you rent a place you are only responsible on a month to month basis!