We recognise that each student will have a unique set of needs and preferences. We have a number of different accommodation types and application processes to ensure as many of our students as possible feel supported and comfortable in halls at Oxford Brookes University.
Single-sex Accommodation
When you apply for your accommodation you will have the option to select whether you would prefer female-only, male-only or a mixed flat.
We will do our best to accommodate these requests wherever possible.
Please contact us if you require any further information.
Quiet/Alcohol-free Accommodation
Following the success of our pilot scheme, we will continue to set aside some accommodation that will be offered as “quiet accommodation” and some accommodation that will be offered as “alcohol free”.
This will be in dedicated flats in Paul Kent Hall and Warneford Hall for undergraduates and Crescent Hall for postgraduates.
Please note, the quiet/alcohol regulations will only apply within the dedicated flats and does not apply to the surrounding flats or external spaces of these halls.
After reading the information provided, applicants will be able to indicate on their online application if they wish to apply to live in this type of accommodation.
Disabled students and students with medical conditions
We have a number of different accommodation types to meet the needs of disabled students and those with medical conditions.
If you tell us about the type of accommodation you need as part of your application and provide us with the required supporting documents we will endeavor to meet your needs.
For advice on which accommodation might be best for you, please contact the Accommodation Bureau or the Inclusive Support Service at any time before confirming a booking. This can include a discussion with an Adviser about what living in university accommodation would be like and how it might impact you.
Your supporting documents should explain your condition and be from a suitably qualified practitioner. It is essential that you provide this information with your initial application so that we can find you a suitable room.
You do not need to let us know about other medical conditions, such as dyslexia, which do not require a specific type of accommodation.
We may need to liaise with our colleagues in the university's Inclusive Support Service to ensure we offer you appropriate accommodation. Please be aware that this means we will need to share your data with them.
Please be aware that once you have confirmed an online accommodation contract, there is no automatic right to leave the contract early therefore we strongly recommend getting advice if you are unsure.
Couples Accommodation
Studio flats for couples
- First-year students can request a Westminster Studio flat by emailing us at accomm@brookes.ac.uk once they have an unconditional offer.
- If both occupants of the flat are going to be full-time Brookes students, either one can email us. The contract will be in one student's name.
- If one of the occupants is not going to be a full-time student (either part-time or not a student at all), they will be eligible to pay council tax. The full-time student will need to complete a council tax exemption form. Your household may be charged a higher amount of council tax if you do not declare your status as a student.
- Returning students can book Westminster Hall by emailing us at accomm@brookes.ac.uk when returning student bookings open (this is normally in February).
- Studio flats are for two adults only (no under 18s permitted).
Please be aware that any partner who lives with a student will not be able to keep a car with them while living in university accommodation. Students living in studio flats or family flats will be eligible for BROOKESbus passes, but partners and/or children will not be eligible for free travel.
Family Accommodation
Family Flats - FULLY BOOKED
This type of accommodation is not guaranteed and is booked on a first come, first served basis once students have an unconditional offer.
- First-year students or couples bringing a child can request a family flat at Clive Booth Student Village by emailing us at accomm@brookes.ac.uk once they have an unconditional offer.
- If two occupants of the flat are going to be full-time Brookes students, either one can email us. The contract will be in one student's name.
- If one of the adult occupants is not going to be a full-time student (either part-time or not a student at all), they will be eligible to pay council tax. The full-time student will need to complete a council tax exemption form. Your household may be charged a higher amount of council tax if you do not declare your status as a student.
- Returning students will be contacted part-way through their contract to ask whether they would like to rebook their flat.
- Family flats are for a maximum of three people (e.g. one adult and two children or two adults and one child).
Please be aware that any partner who lives with a student will not be able to keep a car with them while living in university accommodation. Students living in studio flats or family flats will be eligible for BROOKESbus passes, but partners and/or children will not be eligible for free travel.
Students under 18 years old
Students who are under 18 who apply for accommodation will be asked to apply for three of the following halls in order of preference:
- Clive Booth Student Village - Blocks A and B
- Clive Booth Student Village - Blocks N to X
- Clive Booth Student Village (Non-Ensuite)
- Crescent Hall
- Paul Kent Hall
- New Clive Booth
- Warneford Hall
- Westminster Hall
This is because staff in these halls are appropriately trained to look after students aged under 18.
A student will be classified as under 18 if they are still aged under 18 by 30 September in the year in which they enrol at Oxford Brookes.
Estranged and care experienced students
We have extra support available for students who are care experienced or are estranged from their family. This includes a bursary (subject to eligibility criteria) and a 52-week guarantee of accommodation.
You are considered to be a 'care-leaver/care-experienced student' if you are BOTH of the following:
- commencing full-time undergraduate study at Oxford Brookes
- a student who has spent a period of time in the care of a local authority (e.g. foster care, semi-independent living or a residential care home)
Learn more about support for care-experienced students
You are considered to be an 'estranged student' if you are ALL of the following:
- irreconcilably estranged from both your parents (have little or no contact with both parents and is unlikely to change)
- a UK student who is under 25
- considering full-time undergraduate study at Oxford Brookes
Mature students
Undergraduate students who are aged 21+ will be classified as mature students. When applying for accommodation, you will have the standard undergraduate hall options with the addition of also being able to apply for the Clive Booth Postgraduate Centre (38 weeks) if you wish to do so.
Where possible, mature undergraduate students will be allocated with Postgraduate students if you select CBPG, Crescent and Westminster in your application (please be aware that this is not guaranteed). If you would prefer to be allocated with other first year undergraduates instead then please let us know by email once you have applied or include it in the 'medical' section of the application where it allows you to add notes.
Other accommodation options
Studios for Individuals
- Studio flats may be available through private accommodation providers such as Dorset House, The Park and more - these can be booked directly with the providers.
- If you require a self-contained individual studio for medical reasons please contact the Inclusive Support Service for more information.
Direct-Let Accommodation
- Full-time students in any year of study can also book rooms in direct-let halls.
- Please note that direct-let halls are external from the University.
- The Accommodation Bureau is unable to assist with any bookings, queries or concerns regarding this type of accommodation.
Brookes Lettings
- Shared housing for individuals and groups is available through Brookes Lettings.
- This is for full-time Oxford Brookes students only.