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Cathedral Campus, Liverpool

Cathedral Gate, Liverpool, L1 7BT, United Kingdom

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About the Property

Offering a wide range of comfortable living options, Cathedral Campus Liverpool at 1 Dean Patey Court, Liverpool L1 7BT, UK, stands out as a preferred Liverpool student accommodation. Students can choose from a variety of ensuites and shared apartments to suit their preferences. The proximity of the Cathedral Campus to reputed institutions like the City of Liverpool College, Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts, University of Liverpool and Liverpool John Moores University places it at a strategic point for academic convenience, making the Cathedral Campus Liverpool a sought-after location for students.

Liverpool, located on England's northwest coast, is a city steeped in a rich tapestry of history, culture, and vibrancy. Most notably celebrated as the birthplace of The Beatles, Liverpool's musical legacy permeates its streets, echoing through its countless venues and drawing enthusiasts from across the globe. The city's waterfront, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, stands as a testament to its maritime past and showcases architectural gems like the Royal Liver Building and the Albert Dock, offering breathtaking panoramas of the River Mersey. But Liverpool's allure extends far beyond its iconic skyline. Its cultural landscape is rich and diverse, with numerous galleries, theatres, and vibrant street art installations dotting its thoroughfares. Each of its neighbourhoods boasts a unique character, from the bustling energy of the city centre to the bohemian vibes of the Baltic Triangle, ensuring there's something for every visitor to discover and explore. Liverpool's warmth and hospitality are palpable, embodied by its friendly locals who welcome visitors with open arms. Whether you're wandering through its historic streets, immersing yourself in its cultural offerings, or simply soaking in the ambience of its bustling waterfront, Liverpool leaves an indelible mark on all who have the pleasure of experiencing its charm and allure.

Features

At Cathedral Campus Liverpool, your room comes with a small double bed, wardrobe, study desk, chair, and shelving, ensuring a comfortable and conducive study environment. Your rent covers water, electricity, WiFi, heating, and content insurance, providing peace of mind and convenience. Enjoy common amenities such as extensive outdoor gardens and seating areas, an on-site maintenance team, and a dedicated management team. Additional facilities include a picnic area, social events calendar, bike storage, and parcel handling service. Property rules stipulate no pets are allowed for the comfort of all residents. Safety and security are prioritised at Cathedral Campus Liverpool with 24-hour security personnel on-site. Laundry facilities are available with charges applicable, and an on-site car park is available for residents with charges applied. With a range of amenities and services provided, Cathedral Campus Liverpool offers a comfortable and secure living environment for all residents.

Location and What's Hot?

Located at the pulse of Liverpool's vibrant heart, Cathedral Campus Liverpool student accommodation offers students a lifestyle that intertwines timeless academic prestige with contemporary city living. When it's time to buckle down for study sessions, the libraries of the University of Liverpool and Liverpool John Moores University are just a few minutes away, providing an ideal academic environment. A few minute's stroll from your doorstep, you can explore an array of eateries! Savour delicious burgers at The Big Burger Theory, or enjoy a hearty meal without fuss at the renowned New Capital Chinese Restaurant, The Bagelry Nelson St and China City. For an evening out with friends, you can immerse yourself in the rustic ambience of The Pilgrim or dive into the buzzing nightlife at the illustrious Ye Cracke. The Great George Square is a scenic spot located just a short stroll away from Campus Cathedral Liverpool, where students can witness stunning street art.

Explore historic grandeur at nearby cathedrals or wander through the picturesque Sefton Park to clear your mind. Seeking that distinct cultural experience? Look no further than Tate Liverpool and the Beatles Story, breaths of inspiration that are part of the city's heritage. Moreover, never worry about the practicalities like groceries or healthcare – with the likes of L1 Mini Market and Royal Liverpool University Hospital within arm's reach, all essentials are covered.

One can downplay the significance of convenience; with Cathedral Campus Liverpool, students are nestled amongst everything they could need. For leisurely weekends, the popular Liverpool ONE shopping centre presents a shop-till-you-drop scenario or, perhaps, a tranquil escape in the lush Chavasse Park. Cathedral Campus positions you at the junction of education, culture, and urban flair, making the accommodation more than a place to stay – it's a hive of experiences waiting to be had!

Commute

For students choosing the Cathedral Campus Liverpool student accommodation, commuting around the bustling city of Liverpool is a breeze. Students can hop onto a variety of public transport options, including bus services, to conveniently navigate the city. Nearby public transport stops such as Liverpool Central Train Station and Liverpool Lime Street Station make travelling to and from the university effortless. Furthermore, several bus stops like James Street serve the surrounding area, ensuring that students can reach their destination without hassle. The location of the Cathedral Campus Liverpool also means students can enjoy a wide array of local amenities within walking distance, further adding to the appeal of this prime location.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do they allocate rooms?

When you ‘Submit’ your application, their Sales Team will look through your application, check to find you the best room available and send you a ‘Room Offer’ email. Please note that although they will always try to meet your preferences, they can’t guarantee that they can meet them all.

Can I live with my friends or specify preferences for my flatmates?

Of course! Just state your friend’s names on your application, with them doing the same too. You can also say if you have a preferred gender or year of study for your flatmates. We’ll try our best to meet your preferences but it’s not always guaranteed and is subject to availability.

What payments do I need to make when applying?

When applying to live with them, there are no fees to pay. This makes it easier for you to book your perfect Property room!

When do I pay my tenancy deposit?

Once you sign your AST (contract), you will be asked to pay a tenancy deposit which will be protected with My Deposits. The deposit amounts are as follows: £200 for all sites.

Is my deposit protected?

Once you have paid your tenancy deposit, they have 30 days to protect this under a Tenancy Deposit Scheme. The scheme Property use is called My Deposits. You will receive an email from My Deposits on how to activate your account with them, ready to claim back the deposit at the end of your tenancy (you can only claim back the deposit as long as there’s no damage to your room/flat and there’s no outstanding payments on your account).

What is a guarantor? Do I need one?

If you’re paying ahead for the full year, you don’t need a UK guarantor. However, if you wish to pay your rent by instalments, you will need a UK-based guarantor who is aged 21 or over and in full-time employment. They’ll also need to annually earn at least 3 times your total rent amount, or be a homeowner. Your guarantor must agree to pay the rent should you default on your payment. Providing a guarantor is common practice in the UK and provides them with the security and knowledge that the rent will be paid in full and on time. If you cannot provide a qualified UK guarantor, you can contact Housing Hand to provide you with the Guarantor Service. Housing Hand specialises in dealing with International Students who cannot provide a Guarantor in the UK. To find out more, visit Housing Hand

Is the student population diverse?

Here at property, they embrace equality and diversity. they promote a culture of equality and fairness for all and ensure their employees are aware of the Equality and Diversity Policy, and their responsibilities under it towards their students and their visitors. they want to make a home for their students that is free from discrimination, harassment, victimisation and bullying.

Can I live with you? Do you accept students in different years of study?

To stay with us, you have to be a student aged 18 years or over by your contract start date, and be in full time study at a U.K university or college (full time is considered studying for at least 21 hours on your university/college campus). You can book with them whether you hold a conditional or unconditional offer. However, please be aware of their cancellation policy prior to booking should your place at university not be confirmed.

Can I view the accommodation before applying?

Of course! In fact they encourage you to come and have a look around. they may not be able to show you your exact room, but you can see the show flats they have available at each site. All you need to do is call the Sales Teamor use their online viewing form here. they also have lots of pictures and even 360 degree photos of different rooms on their website as they understand their students are from all around the world and it’s not always easy to visit the site!

Can you tell me what’s in the contract I would be signing?

When accepting a room with Property you will need to sign an AST (assured shorthold tenancy). If you would prefer to see the contract before applying this isn’t a problem – Property AST

What are the schedule of charges mentioned in the contract?

You can view their schedule of charges.

What is included in my rent?

All-inclusive utility bills, Wi-Fi and contents insurance are all included in your rent!

How and when do I pay my rent?

They offer two rent method options:

Option 1 – Full Payment; Pay in full by the 1st of August.

Option 2 – Pay in 3 different Instalments; September, January, and April – you can view the exact payment dates in your contract (this may be the best payment option for those looking to pay your rent using your student loan). Please note that to apply to pay by instalments, you must provide a UK-based guarantor who is aged 21 or over and in full-time employment. They’ll also need to annually earn at least 3 times your total rent amount, or be a homeowner.

How can I find out who I’m living with?

Curious about who your flatmates will be? they unfortunately can’t give out names but you can find out who is living at your site on their Facebook and Twitter pages.

Can I change my contract once I’ve signed it?

You may be charged an admin fee for any changes requested (£50). If you want to change things like your room type, contract length or anything else, just get in touch with them or email them. they can then let you know if your request is possible, and if so, what the next steps would be.

Can I bring my pet?

You’ll unfortunately have to leave your beloved animals at home – they have a no pet policy across all of their sites.

When can I move in?

You can move into your room from the date your contract starts, only if you have paid your correct rent amount and provided all documents. If you’re unsure of when your contract starts, your contract can be viewed in your portal account’s ‘Messages’ section. If you wish to move in early please contact us

What do I need to bring with me?

They already provide some of the essentials but to see what things to bring with you, check out our accommodation checklist here.

Can I store luggage at my site?

Due to them getting your room ready for when you arrive, they will not be able to store any luggage at any of their Property sites. You will be able to move your belongings into your room once you have collected your keys.

Are there any documents I need to bring with me?

You need to have provided all documents to support your room booking before you can check in. If you are unsure if you have already done this, or need to speak to someone about it. Other than that, you will need to bring a form of photo ID with you so you can collect your keys – they just need to know we’re handing them out to the correct person!

What if I’m arriving out of office hours?

If you think that you’ll be arriving out of office hours, you will need to speak to your site team – their contact details will be listed in the arrival pack you’ll be informed about via email nearer the start of your tenancy. Each site has different out of office services so you will need to speak to your site directly about it.

Where do I get my keys from?

You will collect your keys from your site’s reception, unless otherwise stated by your site or Sales team.

Can I park my car when unloading my things?

They do have car parks at most of their sites but to find out if your site does include one, please contact the office. On contract start dates, parking your car is free – parking at any other time will incur a charge. Please contact your site team for full costs and details.

How do I get from the airport to your site?

Make sure you book airport transfers in advance. If you prefer to take the train, look out for the stations that are closest to you.

What can I expect when checking in?

It will be busy, so please be patient with them. They’ll try to keep the queues short as they check everyone in. To keep you going, there will be light refreshments in all site receptions. For a quicker check-in, let them know when you are coming, so they can gauge the number of students as well the times of arrival, to ensure their sites are staffed correctly. Top Tip: make sure you don’t unload your car until you have your keys. Or you could be waiting with all your belongings in the queue.

How do I stay connected with others?

A great way of staying connected is staying social! they have different social media accounts which helps to keep you up to date with what’s happening at your site. These include Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

Will there be any events happening at my site?

They’d love all of their residents to get to know one another and make lifelong friends! As a way to help this, they have a Residential Life team who are always trying to find the next best thing to make your stay more enjoyable – this includes holding fun and exciting events throughout the year! Please keep an eye out on their social media accounts and around your site for details.

If I have any queries about my stay, who can I speak to?

Their friendly Accommodation Teams are always there should you need someone to talk to. You can either pop down to the office or speak to them, or they’re only a phone call away – just use these details

Can I have guests staying over?

Of course! You can have any one guest staying overnight for 2 nights in any 7 day period – they must be signed in and out at your reception.

Is there any security on site?

Your safety is their priority so all of their properties are equipped with security cameras.

Do I need to pay for contents Insurance?

They are partnered with Cover 4 Students and they have arranged contents insurance for all their students staying with them in their residence at no extra cost to you. Check here for what’s included. Want to upgrade the protection? View details here!

Is there Wi-Fi at my site?

Of course! The Wi-Fi is included in your rent. Your internet connection is provided by Glide. Need some more information about this service, click me

Do I need to purchase a TV license?

If you’re watching or recording programmes on TV or any device, you must have a TV license. It is against the law to not have one – if you caught without a license, you could be charged up to £1000. If you have booked one of their rooms in which they provide you with a TV in the lounge, they also provide the TV license for it. You do however still need a TV license if you’re watching/recording TV if you’re in any other area, such as your bedroom. For everyone else, you will still need to purchase a TV license.

Where can I park my car? Is there bike storage?

They do have car parking and bike storage at most of their sites, please call to check if your site provides these facilities. Please note that you will need to pay to use a car park space – please contact your site team for full prices and details.

What if I want to move rooms?

They take great pride in ensuring they allocate students into the best possible room for them! However, on occasion, some students may ask for a room move for a variety of reasons. If you move into your room and then you wish to move to a different room, they would first suggest that you speak to your accommodation team to see if there’s anything they could do to help in the first instance. Alternatively, to request a room move, you would need to complete the request online via your Property portal account. If a room move was possible, you may be charged a £50 admin fee. A room move is not always possible as it depends on the availability/suitability of rooms at the time of your request. Once you submit your request, your accommodation team would get in touch with you to let you know if a move is possible or not, and if it was, they’d also let you know if/when the £50 admin fee is due.

How do I receive parcels and post at my site?

’ll sign for your parcels at your site’s office during working hours, but your letters will be delivered to your flat/house door by Royal Mail. To check out your site’s working hours, please contact them directly. they can only sign for parcels on your behalf if the parcel has your name and your flat/room number on it. Therefore when ordering items online, please make sure you provide the shipper with your full name and room number. Parcels without full details will not be signed for. After they sign for your parcel, you’ll receive an email notification from them – please bring along your photo ID when collecting parcels at the reception.

Where can I do my laundry?

They have laundry facilities at most of their sites, but please contact your site directly for more information. Where they do provide laundry onsite, they work with their laundry partner Circuit to ensure that their rates are competitive. Communal Cleaning in my flat The communal areas of your flats are your responsibility. All landlord areas will be cleaned by them on a daily basis. If you are lucky enough to live with them at Garth Heads, Newcastle you will get your communal flat areas cleaned for you every two weeks at no extra cost.

Will I have to pay for the damages?

They want to make your stay with them as enjoyable as possible. their on-site maintenance team will attend to your requests (See our repairs and maintenance policy). They don’t charge for “fair wear and tear” of their properties or fixtures. However, if something gets damaged through abuse or misuse, we’ll repair or replace the item and will charge for doing so. The behaviour of guests is the responsibility of the tenant who has welcomed them into the property. Any charges that result from a guest’s behaviour will be charged to the respective tenant. If there’s a charge that applies to the shared area within a flat and we’re unable to establish the responsibility, the charge will be shared between all of the flat’s tenants. All charges will be applied to your account and payment will be due within 30 days of this date. For further details please see their list of all their schedule of charges. This list is not exhaustive, and they reserve the right to charge for items not mention.

Electrical Equipment?

When using electrical equipment on your site please follow some simple rules Only use electrical items purchased from the UK Do not overload sockets Do not leave items plugged in unattended Do not use kitchen appliances in your bedroom It is your responsibility to ensure that the electrical items brought on to the site are safe and free from defects. Do not use any appliances that are broken, have frayed or exposed cables, are showing signs of overheating or dangerous or loose connections. On inspection, if their team finds any appliance that would be deemed unsafe, this appliance will be removed.

I want to leave before my contract ends. What shall I do?

If you’re looking to move out before your contract ends, please read through their cancellation policy. It will outline what you need to do next.

Can I stay at my site until my contract end date?

Yes, of course you can! All students are allowed to stay with them until the last day of their contracts. On the last day, rooms must be vacated, and keys handed to reception by 10am. All residents will have their room/flat inspected within 7 days of their contract end date.

Can I store my belongings in my room over summer?

If you have a summer booking with them and theyhave received your payment and signed contract, then you can keep your items in your room throughout the summer. They don’t allow students to leave items in their rooms over the summer if they have not confirmed a summer stay with us. Any items left in a room after a contract end date will be removed and stored for 7 days. After which, all items will be removed and given to charity or disposed of.

Do I get my deposit back?

For those sites where a deposit payment has been made, all deposits will be returned as long as the room is left in the same condition from check-in. All deposits should be returned within 10 days of the contract ending. Any deposit disputes should be sent in writing to the site manager.

Do I have to pay for the damages?

They want to make your stay with them as enjoyable as possible. Their on-site maintenance team will attend to your requests (See our repairs and maintenance policy). They don’t charge for “fair wear and tear” of their properties or fixtures. However, if something gets damaged through abuse or misuse, we’ll repair or replace the item and will charge for doing so. The behaviour of guests is the responsibility of the tenant who has welcomed them into the property. Any charges that result from a guest’s behaviour will be charged to the respective tenant. If there’s a charge that applies to the shared area within a flat and we’re unable to establish the responsibility, the charge will be shared between all of the flat’s tenants. All charges will be applied to your account and payment will be due within 30 days of this date.

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1. Buses
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5. Ferry
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Liverpool’s student lifestyle offers a wealth of opportunities to socialise and immerse yourself in local culture. From trendy cafes and affordable eateries to buzzing nightlife spots like the Cavern Club and Concert Square, there’s always something to do. If you’re into unique experiences, Liverpool is known for its annual events, including the Liverpool International Music Festival and Baltic Weekender, which bring together students and locals alike. To make the most of your time in Liverpool, explore things to do in Liverpool, and don’t miss the chance to discover the best museums to visit in Liverpool.

Top Universities in Liverpool

Liverpool is home to a wide range of renowned universities, offering students diverse academic programs, vibrant campus life, and excellent opportunities for personal and professional growth. The city’s higher education institutions are well-respected both nationally and internationally, with strong academic reputations, diverse student populations, and strong industry links. Some top universities include:

1. University of Liverpool

The University of Liverpool is one of the UK's leading research institutions, offering a rich history of academic excellence and a global perspective. Known for its outstanding research programs and strong connections with industry, the university provides a wide variety of undergraduate and postgraduate courses. Popular programs include Law, Medicine, Engineering, Business, and Computer Science.

2. Liverpool John Moores University

Liverpool John Moores University is a modern, forward-thinking institution that focuses on providing a practical, hands-on education. With strong links to employers, LJMU offers a range of career-oriented courses. Popular programs include Criminology, Nursing, Sports Science, Architecture, and Business Management.

3. Liverpool Hope University

Liverpool Hope University is a highly regarded institution known for its creative, supportive atmosphere. The university offers a range of programs with strength in the arts, humanities, and social sciences. Popular courses include Education, Fine Arts, Theology, and Psychology.

4. City of Liverpool College

City of Liverpool College offers a wide range of vocational and higher education programs, catering primarily to students looking for practical, industry-based qualifications. Popular courses at the college include Digital Media, Art and Design, Engineering, Health and Social Care, and Business.

5. Liverpool International College

Liverpool International College (LIC) provides pathway programs for international students looking to progress to undergraduate or postgraduate studies at the University of Liverpool. LIC offers a range of foundation and pre-master’s courses in fields like Business, Engineering, Science, and Law.

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