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Note:- Applicable for all studios and apartment.
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Note:- Applicable for all ensuite rooms.
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Re-opening in September 2021, Broderick House offers all refurbished rooms and social spaces. Book now for 21/22.
Broderick House is a popular choice of student accommodation in Birmingham, located within a short journey of all the city's universities. Aston University, Birmingham City University, and the University of Birmingham are all less than 25 minutes away by bus. The building offers a choice of modern en suite rooms and studios which have the use of a cinema and games area, as well as other social and study spaces.
With Broad Street just a 7-minute walk away, Broderick House is close to a huge choice of bars, restaurants and entertainment venues in Birmingham city centre. Regular events take place on site too, making Broderick House a great place to enjoy social student living.
Community Amenities
Apartment Amenities
Bills Included
Property Rules
Configurations
Room Amenities
Copper En Suite rooms are located on floors 0-2 and offer a private shower room and single bed. You will also share a fitted kitchen and lounge area with your flatmates, ideal for cooking and socialising.
Room Amenities
These single rooms combine style and comfort with the essentials of student living
Bronze En Suite residents can enjoy a private shower room, sink and single bed, Youll also share a fitted kitchen and lounge area for cooking and socialising with friends.
Room Amenities
Great, functional student living that gives you extra, with enviable views of the city centre
Silver En Suite rooms come with wood-effect flooring and your own private shower, toilet and sink. Youll also have use of a well-equipped communal kitchen, and a TV-equipped communal space.
Room Amenities
Their top-level en suite rooms offer student essentials and enviable views
With plenty of desk space, lots of storage including cupboards, draws and under-bed space, a private bathroom and great views over the canal, these rooms are brilliant value. Comes with a well-equipped communal kitchen and cosy living space.
Room Amenities
Located on the top floors of the building, these rooms offer a little extra
Located on floors 3-9 with corner window views our Diamond En Suites provide you with extra storage space. Theres plenty of room to get comfortable with under-bed storage, sizeable desk space and a spacious floor plan. You get our own private shower and toilet and a kitted out communal kitchen and social space with TV and games room.
Room Amenities
Entry-level living space tailored for those who want more privacy
With your own kitchen area, bathroom and generous study space our Bronze studios have everything you need for a private yet comfortable student living experience.
Room Amenities
A high spec studio space, these are perfect for those looking for apartment-style living with more space, more storage and extra privacy.
With your own bathroom, kitchen, double bed and seated lounge area and a great amount of space, everything you need for independent, modern living is here.
Room Facilities
Room Amenities
Our big and airy high-spec studios include everything for top-level student living with comfort and space at its core.
With a 4ft double bed, study area, cushioned stools, private bathroom, kitchen area and gorgeous city views, our Platinum studios offer the best in comfort, style and living space.
Room Amenities
The biggest of our self-contained spaces, Diamond Studios feature a dedicated study area with cushioned seating, dining area and lots of storage space. Your own private bathroom and kitchen offer you maximum privacy and stylish, top-end living.
Room Amenities
A true home from home, our gorgeous Penthouse apartment offers stylish, comfortable sofas and furniture, a fully fitted kitchen, separate dining and living areas, plus light spacious decor throughout. Student living doesnt get much better than this.
These single rooms combine style and comfort with the essentials of student living
Copper En Suite Plus residents can enjoy a private shower room, sink and single bed, Youll also share a fitted kitchen and lounge area for cooking and socialising with friends.
Room Features
Bronze En Suite Plus residents can enjoy a private shower room, sink and single bed. Youll also share a fitted kitchen and lounge area for cooking and socialising with friends.
Room Features
Silver En Suite Plus rooms come with wooden flooring, furniture, desk space and a single bed, as well as a private shower room with WC and sink. Youll also have access to a communal kitchen, common room and games room.
Located on the top floors of the building, these rooms offer a little extra
With plenty of desk space, lots of storage including cupboards, draws and under-bed space, a private bathroom and great views over the canal, these rooms are brilliant value. Comes with a well-equipped communal kitchen and cosy living space.
Room Features
Located on the top floor of the building, these rooms offer stylish living with superior views. Completely redecorated in 2019, a Platinum En Suite Plus gives you a small double bed with bedside light, plenty of storage, a work area and a private shower room. You can cook and relax with your flatmates in the shared kitchen and living area.
Located on the top floors of the building, these rooms offer a little extra
Located on floors 3-9 with corner window views our Diamond En Suite Plus' provide you with extra storage space. Theres plenty of room to get comfortable with under-bed storage, sizeable desk space and a spacious floor plan. You get our own private shower and toilet and a kitted out communal kitchen and social space with TV and games room.
Room Amenities
Located on the top floors of the building, these rooms offer a little extra
As well as extra storage space, our Platinum En Suites feature provide you with a view overlooking the canal. Theres plenty of room to get comfortable with under-bed storage, sizeable desk space and a spacious floor plan. You get our own private shower and toilet and a kitted out communal kitchen and social space with TV and games room.
Room Features
With your own kitchen area, bathroom and generous study space our Bronze Studio Plus' have everything you need for a private yet comfortable student living experience.
Room Features
With your own bathroom, kitchen, double bed and lounge area, and a great amount of space, everything you need for independent, modern living is here.
Room Features
With your own bathroom, kitchen, double bed and lounge area, and a great amount of space, everything you need for independent, modern living is here.
The ultimate in style, comfort and finish, our top-level studio apartments are perfect for students that want a little luxury in their Birmingham student living experience.
The biggest of our self-contained spaces, Platinum Plus Studios feature a dedicated study area with cushioned seating, dining area and lots of storage space. Your own private bathroom and kitchen offer you maximum privacy and stylish, top-end living.
Room Features
The biggest of our self-contained spaces, Diamond Plus Studios feature a dedicated study area with cushioned seating, dining area and lots of storage space. Your own private bathroom and kitchen offer you maximum privacy and stylish, top-end living.
Booking Details
Cancellation policy
Cancellation
They reserves the right to cancel your booking on notice if:
you notify us after the Deadline that you have decided not to enter into the Tenancy Agreement;
they take all reasonable steps to enter into the Tenancy Agreement before the Deadline and you fail to do so, for example, if you fail to complete your application or provide guarantor details and supporting documentation in good time;
you provide them with relevant false or misleading information; and/or
they are prohibited from entering to the Tenancy Agreement because of the Immigration Act 2014 (persons disqualified by immigration status). From the date of cancellation, you will not be liable for the contractual obligations laid out in the Tenancy Agreement, irrespective of whether you have signed it.
They may also terminate your Tenancy Agreement for any of the reasons set out above, as set out in more detail in clause 2.4 of the Tenancy Agreement itself.
If your booking is cancelled in such circumstances, any Booking Fee you have paid will be retained by them
Failure to collect your key within timeframe
If you enter into the Tenancy Agreement, and you then fail to collect your key within 5 weeks of your Tenancy Start Date,they reserves the right to:
(a) cancel your booking and terminate the Tenancy Agreement and
(b) re-let your room. In these circumstances any rent paid by you (including any Booking Fee allocated to the first payment of rent) will not be refunded to cover any losses incurred by us for empty unlet rooms. This provision takes precedence over any provisions in the Tenancy Agreement.
Cancellation by you
If you have entered into the Tenancy Agreement and you wish to cancel your booking, you will remain liable for the contractual obligations set out in the Tenancy Agreement and you may not cancel the booking unless you can provide proof that you fit any of the following criteria:
you notify us of your intention to cancel your booking prior to 1 August or, if your Tenancy Start Date (as defined in your Tenancy Agreement) is in any month other than September, 28 days before your Tenancy Start Date.
you notify us of your intention to cancel within 7 days of payment of your Booking Fee (if you have paid a Booking Fee) and you have not collected your keys.
Your UK Visa application has been denied.
You have failed to obtain the required qualifications to get into your first University of choice.
Where proof is provided in accordance with these terms and conditions and to our reasonable satisfaction, you will be entitled to cancel the booking and you will not be liable for the contractual obligations laid out in the Tenancy Agreement from the date of cancellation.
All cancellation notifications must be made to them
Evidence required where there is a cancellation by you
Notify us of your intention to cancel within 7 days of payment of your Booking Fee (if you have paid a Booking Fee) and you have not collected your keys.
No further evidence is required beyond notifying us, and your Booking Fee will be returned to you.
Notify us of your intention to cancel prior to 1 August or 28 days before your Tenancy Start Date if your Tenancy Start Date is in any month other than September but more than 7 days after the payment of your Booking Fee (if you have paid a Booking Fee).
No further evidence is required beyond notifying us.
If you notify us prior to 31 May 2021 and you have not stayed with them previously, any Booking Fee will be refunded to you. If you notify us after that date or have stayed with them previously, your Booking Fee (if you have paid a Booking Fee) will be retained as a cancellation fee.
Failure to get in to your first university of choice
Should you fail to gain the required qualifications and are not accepted into the University you stated as your first choice, you may cancel your Tenancy Agreement and they will refund any Booking Fee and any rent payments made so long as you provide the following information within the timescales mentioned below:
Written confirmation from you that you wish to cancel your reservation due to having failed to obtain the required grades for your first choice University; and
Supporting evidence from the University or UCAS.
This information must be provided to us within 72 hours of your exam results being published to be eligible for a Booking Fee refund (if you have paid a Booking Fee). In these circumstances, any Booking Fee and rent payments will be returned in full within four weeks. If you fail to provide the information within 72 hours of your exam results being published, any Booking Fee will be retained as a cancellation fee.
Please note, if you are attending another University in a city where they has a property, their team will be happy to support you in finding suitable accommodation. In this case, any Booking Fee and any rent payments made may be transferred over to your new booking.
Failure to obtain a UK Visa
If you fail to obtain a UK Visa before the start date of your tenancy, they will cancel your Tenancy Agreement and refund any rent payments made so long as you provide the following information
Written confirmation from you that you wish to cancel your reservation; and
Supporting official evidence to show that the Visa was declined.
This supporting evidence should be supplied to them within 72 hours of you receiving official confirmation. In these circumstances, any Booking Fee and any rent paid will be returned to you within 4 weeks.
Where the reason for cancellation is not one of the four matters listed above, you will remain liable for the full contractual rent, unless and until a replacement tenant is found for your accommodation. You are responsible for finding an eligible replacement tenant, although site staff will assist where possible.
If you wish to cancel the booking and a replacement tenant is found, subject to our agreement, you will be released from the contractual obligations set out in the Tenancy Agreement and any overpaid rent money will be refunded to you, less an amount equal to your Booking Fee (if you have paid a Booking Fee) as a cancellation fee. Please note that all tenancies commence on a Saturday; therefore the relevant site team will confirm your official release date from your contractual obligations under the Tenancy Agreement.
If you cancel the booking, but you enter into a new tenancy agreement with them in respect of a different room within the same academic year, you will be required to pay to us an administration fee of GBP 50.
Payment Details
Payment Info:-
Pay Booking fee to secure you room.
The booking fee is non-refundable(except in the limited circumstances).
Instalment Info:-
You can either pay for the whole year upfront, or in two or four instalments spread throughout the year.
You will be informed of the due dates for these instalments during the booking process.
first instalment is usually due on 1st August each year but if this date has already passed you need to make this payment as soon as possible to secure your booking.
Mode of Payments:-
bank transfer, Visa, Visa Debit, Mastercard and Maestro.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I book if I'm under 18?
They require that all tenants living at one of our buildings in England and Wales are over the age of 18 at the time of moving in. You may book if you are 17, but only if you will have turned 18 before you move in. Exceptions to this rule are available at sites in Scotland and in selected cases through prior arrangement with a university or institution. If in doubt, please contact your preferred iQ site and the team will be able to advise you.
Can I bring a TV?
Can I bring my bike?
Can I bring my car?
Can I bring pets?
Can I choose where my room is in the building?
Can I choose who I live with in a shared flat?
Can I have overnight guests?
Yes. It's your home so you can have guests staying over occasionally, but they would ask you to respect your fellow residents and let your site team know. You are responsible for the behaviour of any guests you bring to your iQ site.
Can I make a group booking?
Can I move in early?
Yes, they can often arrange this. Please contact your iQ site directly to see if they have availability.
Can I move out early?
Can I smoke in my room?
Can I store my stuff with you over the holidays?
Yes, they can arrange temporary storage for possessions you dont want to take home with you. Just ask your Reception team for details. Alternatively, you can use the Pinglocker app for storage and relocation services they provide nationwide.
Can I sublet my room to someone else?
Can I swap my room?
Do I have to be home by a certain time each night?
Do I need to clean my accommodation when I move out?
Do you have laundry facilities?
Do you provide bedding?
Does iQ permit the use of drugs at its accommodation?
How do I book?
How do I cancel my booking?
How do I get my post / mail?
How do I update my marketing preferences?
How much does it cost to live at iQ?
How will I get to know people at iQ?
Our sites are home to an international community of students, often studying at a variety of different institutions, and its this diversity which can make living with us such a rewarding experience. they organise regular social events where you can get to know your fellow residents. You will find posters on site telling you whats coming up soon or just ask at Reception.
I only have a conditional offer from my university. Can I still book at iQ?
Yes if you dont get the grades you need to be accepted by your chosen university then your booking fee will be refunded in full. they will need a letter from the university confirming the withdrawal of their offer to process the refund you should provide this within 72 hours of receiving official confirmation. Please note, this is the only circumstance in which a booking fee, or holding deposit in Scotland, is refundable. It may also be possible to transfer your booking to another iQ location, subject to availability. Call the site team at the iQ location you originally booked with as soon as possible if you need to do this.
In the event of a fire, how can I trust that my accommodation is safe?
The safety and security of our residents is our number one priority. All of our sites are fully compliant with current safety standards. Our accommodation has fire alarm systems in place as well as fire prevention equipment, and they carry out regular testing and evacuation drills. Our buildings are also regularly audited by external, independent consultants. iQ has a full-time, highly qualified, Health and Safety team who visit sites regularly. they also use accredited national providers to service and maintain life safety systems. Additionally, all sites have staff present 24 hours a day, seven days a week. they are continually reviewing our programme of security, fire and safety standards. If you would like further information about our ongoing fire safety programme please read our fire safety update.
Is food and drink available on site?
Is there internet access on site?
What cant I bring?
Your resident handbook contains a list of prohibited items. This includes many items prohibited for fire safety reasons, such as candles, oil burners, gas appliances and fan heaters. Please see the full list below. If you need further guidance on whether an item is permitted or not, please ask your site team before you move in. No weapons or drugs (including legal highs) are permitted under any circumstances. they dont allow: Candles, fireworks, Chinese lanterns, incense, incense burners, kerosene, petrol, LPG gas and LPG gas appliances, compressed gas and compressed gas appliances, rice cookers (unless CE marked), shisha pipes, gas burners, oil burners, tea lamps, halogen heaters, exposed element heaters, fan heaters, real Christmas trees, mains voltage Christmas lights, portable cooking stoves.
What do I need to bring?
You can see whats included in your room on the room details page for your iQ site. Among the things you will need, or may want, to bring are bedding, towels, toiletries, toilet paper, basic kitchen equipment, hangers, and a computer or laptop. they have compiled a checklist of things you may want to bring - or buy when you arrive.
What happens if I cant afford my rent?
If you find yourself in financial difficulties, you should speak to your site team as soon possible. Likewise, if the dates your rent instalments are due do not align with the dates you receive your student loan, please let us know and they will try to come to a solution. All residents are required to register a guarantor, who will be ultimately responsible for your rent if you do not make payment. The guarantor will need to provide identification and sign a Guarantors Agreement, confirming they agree to act as your guarantor.
What happens if my child needs to make a complaint?
they try to resolve any complaints internally, but understand there may be times when this is not possible. Our complaints procedure is detailed here.