Accommodation guide - Kaplan International Colleges

Accommodation guideAutumn 2013ContentsAccommodation information 2Accommodation optionsiQ Shoreditch 3Liberty House 4Magenta House 5iQ Hoxton 6Booking your accommodation 7Paying for accommodation 8AppendixProperty comparisons 9Student pack 10Accommodation options and prices 11www.kic.org.uk/pathways/london

Accommodation informationKaplan International College London (KICL) offers student residences that are designed to meet all your requirements duringyour studies. The halls are conveniently located and fully furnished to provide a relaxing and functional living space, allowingyou to study hard and make the most of your free time. Our student residences give you guaranteed benefits, allowing you tosettle in and enjoy your new life as a student from the day you arrive.Available residencesAt Kaplan International College London,we work hard to secure the best qualityaccommodation options for our students.Available residence options are listed below.iQ ShoreditchA new property situated in the heart ofLondon. All rooms are self-contained,modern studio flats and are located closeto Old Street underground station, only onestop from the College.Liberty House (Sebastian Street)A residence situated in a great location, lessthan a ten-minute walk from the College.Benefits include access to gym facilitiesand a communal living space with digitaltelevision, pool table, Wi-Fi and internet café.Magenta HouseMagenta House offers great value studentaccommodation in the centre of London.Rooms are en-suite with shared kitchenfacilities in a four or five-bed shared flat.iQ HoxtoniQ Hoxton is a high-quality residence witha modern and trendy design. All rooms areself-contained studio flats with en-suitebathroom, fully-fitted kitchen and breakfastbar. The residence contains a number ofshared common rooms for relaxing andsocialising with friends, and where regularsocial events are held.HomestayKICL has an agreement with awell-established London-based homestaycompany. This means that we can placestudents in homes around the city where youwill get a true sense of the London culture.If you would like to experience life with alocal host – whether for just your first monthor throughout your studies - please contactthe Arrivals and Accommodation Manager atkicl.accommodation@kaplan.comAccommodation guaranteeKICL is committed to providingaccommodation for all students whorequest it. In order for us to guaranteeaccommodation, students are kindlyrequested to send their completedaccommodation form to the College on orbefore the guarantee date for the relevantintake. Forms received after this date will beprocessed subject to availability.Programmestart dateAccommodationguarantee dateSeptember 2013 1st August 2013October 2013 1st October 2013Key benefits• Dedicated College contact handlingall your accommodation needs• No hidden costs – utilities (gas,water, electricity, heating) andinternet included in contract price• Residences are well located for theCollege and are safe and secure• Contract lengths designed to suityour study programme• Free student pack(contents listed in Appendix)• A central London, Zone 1 or 2location, close to the Collegewww.kic.org.uk/pathways/london 2

Liberty HouseLiberty House is conveniently located just a ten-minute walk from KIC London and close to City University, where studentsbenefit from access to computer, library and other university facilities. The residence is situated in the Angel Islington area ofLondon, with a variety of shops, cinemas, numerous restaurants and bars, as well as a number of supermarkets, Chapel Marketand Exmouth Market.Liberty House is a secure residence with CCTV and an electronic entry system for access both to the residence and bedrooms.The residence offers free internet access, free access to gym facilities and a sociable common room with an internet café andpool table. All bills and personal contents insurance are included in the accommodation fee.Accommodation detailsType of accommodationLiberty House offers a range of singleen-suite bedrooms with large shared kitchenand communal areas.KitchenStudents have access to a shared kitchenwith a digital flatscreen TV.RoomsEach room contains a single bed, studydesk, chair, wardrobe and phone. En-suitebathrooms have standard facilities includinga shower, washbasin and toilet.Student loungeStudents have access to a common roomat a nearby sister residence which containstelevision, internet café, Wi-Fi, pool table andgym facilities (access free of charge).UtilitiesElectricity, gas and water are included in theaccommodation fee. Electrical current is 240volts AC (50 cycles) and students from somecountries may require a transformer and aplug adaptor. If a student chooses to buy atelevision, they must purchase the TV licencethemselves.Internet and phone10 MB broadband Internet is available inall rooms. Wi-Fi is available in the commonroom area. Phones are supplied in eachroom with their own number that can begiven out to friends/family and incomingcalls are free.Laundry and cleaningCleaners will remove rubbish from thekitchen and carry out basic cleaning dutiesthree times a week. Students are responsiblefor keeping their own rooms clean andmust keep the kitchen tidy by washing theirdishes. Coin-operated washing machinesand dryers are available on-site.Linens and towelsBasic linens are included in the studentpack which students will be given on arrival.Students must provide their own towels.Security and keysCCTV is in operation on the premises andsecurity staff are available 24/7 either onsite or on call. There is also a secure entrysystem, which ensures that only residentshave access to the property.Visitors and noiseVisitors are permitted but are theresponsibility of the student. Students mustinform security of any overnight guests.Students are expected to respect theirneighbours and flatmates.AvailabilityAvailable to students studying three-termprogrammes and Preparatory English forGraduate Diploma starting in September2013, and all programmes starting inOctober 2013. Available to students 17 yearsand over, subject to availability.Information is correct at the time of publicationand is subject to change. Published July 2013.www.kic.org.uk/pathways/london 4

Magenta HouseMagenta House is a brand-new residence located in central London (zone 1). Situated close to nearby underground stations andregular bus services with direct routes to Angel Islington, the residence is ideally located for KIC London students.There are plenty of things to do and see nearby, including the multi-cultural and thriving community of Brick Lane, as well assome of London’s most exciting city-centre attractions.All rooms at Magenta House have en-suite bathrooms and are arranged in shared flats, ideal for meeting and living withlike-minded students from around the world.Accommodation detailsType of accommodationMagenta House offers self-catered clusterflats of four to five en-suite bedrooms.RoomsEach room contains a ¾ double bed, studydesk, chair, wardrobe and bookshelves.En-suite bathrooms have standard facilitiesincluding a shower, washbasin and toilet.KitchenEach flat has a shared kitchen fitted with amicrowave, oven, hob and fridge/freezer.Student loungeEach shared kitchen has a flat-screen TVand a comfortable seating space. There isalso a large communal common room wherestudents can meet friends, relax, play gamesor study.UtilitiesElectricity, gas and water are included in theaccommodation fee. Electrical current is 240volts AC (50 cycles) and students from somecountries may require a transformer and aplug adaptor. If a student chooses to buy atelevision, they must purchase the TV licencethemselves.Internet and phone16MB broadband internet is available in allrooms. Phones are supplied in each roomwith their own number that can be given outto friends/family and incoming calls are free.Laundry and cleaningStudents are responsible for keeping theirown rooms clean and must keep the kitchentidy by washing their dishes. Coin-operatedwashing machines and dryers are availableon-site.Linens and towelsBasic linens are included in the studentpack which students will be given on arrival.Students must provide their own towels.Security and keysCCTV is in operation on the premises andsecurity staff are available 24/7 either onsite or on call. There is also a secure entrysystem, which ensures that only residentshave access to the property.Visitors and noiseVisitors are allowed but are the responsibilityof the student. Overnight visitors mustsign-in at reception and long stay overnightguests must be booked in advance. Studentsare expected to respect their neighbours andflatmates.AvailabilityAvailable to students studying two-termprogrammes starting in September 2013.Available to students 17 years old and over.Information is correct at the time of publicationand is subject to change. Published July 2013.www.kic.org.uk/pathways/london 5

iQ HoxtoniQ Hoxton provides top-quality and modern accommodation for international students. Located in one of the most vibrantand exciting areas of London, with an amazing choice of nearby bars, restaurants, clubs, shops, cafes and a wealth of culturalvenues ready to be explored! There are great transport links with three tube stations within walking distance: Hoxton, Old Streetand Liverpool Street, and a bus stop right outside the main entrance to the residence. The residence offers many benefitsincluding a variety of comfortable social spaces. Residents can relax in the spacious roof-top terrace with views of the local area,and socialise in a choice of common rooms with flat-screen TV’s, snack vending machines, pool table and table football. Regularsocial events are held at the residence, making this the ideal accommodation option for students looking to make friends andsettle into their new home with ease.Accommodation detailsType of accommodationiQ Hoxton offers fully self-contained en-suitestudio flats.RoomsEach room contains a four-foot double bedwith under-bed storage, wardrobe, chestof drawers, a study desk, coffee table andcomfy chair. An en-suite private shower roomincludes a shower, toilet and washbasin.KitchenThere is a fully-fitted kitchen and breakfastbar in each studio flat.Student loungeiQ Hoxton boasts a number of social hubs,spaces and study rooms. Residents alsobenefit from use of a free on-site gym.UtilitiesElectricity, gas and water are included in theaccommodation fee. Electrical current is 240volts AC (50 cycles) and students from somecountries may require a transformer and aplug adaptor. If a student chooses to buy atelevision, they must purchase the TV licencethemselves.Internet and phoneHigh-speed 20Mb broadband internet isavailable in all rooms.Laundry and cleaningThere are on-site laundry facilities, use ofwhich incurs a small charge. Basic linensare included in the free student pack whichstudents will be given on arrival. Studentsmust provide their own towels.Security and keysCCTV is in operation on the premises andsecurity staff are available 24/7 either onsite or on call. There is also a secure entrysystem, which ensures that only residentshave access to the property. On-site wardensare available for out of hours queries.Visitors and noiseVisitors allowed but are the responsibilityof the student; overnight visitors mustbe signed in at reception and long stayovernight guests must be booked in advanceAvailabilityAvailable for two-term students starting inSeptember only; available to 17 year oldsInformation is correct at the time of publicationand is subject to change. Published July 2013.www.kic.org.uk/pathways/london 6

Booking your accommodationWe will always try to place you in your first choice of accommodation, if available. Our accommodation is extremely popular andplaces are allocated on a first come, first served basis, so we recommend you book as early as possible to have the best chanceof getting the accommodation you want!Step 1Complete the accommodation bookingform for your preferred accommodationoption and submit to the College tomake the booking.Step 2Return the signed tenancy agreementto the College and pay the requiredfirst rent instalment within one week inorder to secure your room.Step 3You must confirm your arrival details tothe College before the accommodationconfirmation date stated on thetenancy agreement.You must select the accommodationoption with the correct contractlength for the course you have beenoffered - refer to Appendix for the fullaccommodation options.You will be asked on your bookingform to provide the name andcontact information of a guarantor forpayment. A guarantor is someone whowill become legally responsible for anyoutstanding payments related to youraccommodation.Please note: it will not be possible tochange your contract length once youhave booked and signed your tenancyagreement. Please only select optionsyou would be willing to accept.Once you have completed andreturned your accommodation bookingform, you will receive information onthe room you have been allocated byemail, along with a tenancy agreementand information on payment.Please note: you will not be able togain access to your room until wehave a copy of your signed tenancyagreement and have received your firstpayment.By signing your tenancy agreement,under UK law you are agreeing to payfor the room allocated for the fullduration of the contract. Also note,should you request to leave the Collegefor any reason, accommodation feesare non-refundable.When you do confirm your arrivaldetails, you will then be offered thenext available room.We specify an accommodationconfirmation date for each intake.This will usually be eight days prior tothe main arrival weekend. Bookingsmade on or after this date will have anaccommodation confirmation date ofone week after the tenancy agreementis sent.If you have not confirmed your arrivalby the specified date, your tenancymay be cancelled. The College will onlydo this if there are a limited numberof rooms available for the requestedintake.If your tenancy is cancelled you will beoffered the next available room onceyou have confirmed your arrival date.If you decide to reject this room, yourfirst instalment will be refunded, minusyour deposit which will be retained asan administration fee.www.kic.org.uk/pathways/london 7

Paying for accommodationStudents contract/programmePayment pre-arrival (including£250 deposit)Payment on arrival at theCollegePayment before start of term twoOne-term contracts £1,000Two-term programmes £1,000Remainder of thecontract price50% of the remainder of thecontract priceN/AAmount remaining of the contractprice after first two instalmentsPreparatory English andthree-term programmes£1,000Remainder of contract pricedivided by 1.5Amount remaining of the contractprice after first two instalmentsDeposit• A deposit of £250 is needed to securethe accommodation and this is includedin the total contract price. This willbe returned to you at the end of yourtenancy unless your room is left in anunsatisfactory condition, there aredamages to their room, or there areoutstanding payments on your account.• Payments to secure the room can bemade by bank transfer, with evidenceof payment included with the signedtenancy agreement returned to theCollege.• It is essential that payment is received bythe College before you arrive as you willnot be able to gain access to your room ifpayment has not been received.How to pay• Further payments can be made by bankdraft (payable to the College), by creditcard at the College (subject to a £30handling fee), debit card or by banktransfer.• In the event that you do not obtaina student visa, all accommodationfees paid will be refunded in full onproduction of documentary evidence ofthe refusal.• Students who are under the age of 18upon arrival in the UK may be requestedto pay their full accommodation fees inadvance.• Don’t forget to include your family nameand student number (found on youroffer letter) as the transaction reference.This is so we can quickly identify yourpayment.Bank detailsNameKaplan International College LondonLtd.BankNatwestSort Code50-00-00Account Number207-060-81SWIFT CodeNWBKGB2LIBAN NumberGB98NWBK50000020706081www.kic.org.uk/pathways/london 8

Appendix: Property comparisonsAccommodation option iQ Shoreditch Liberty House Magenta House iQ HoxtonRoom type available Bronze studio flat En-suite study bedroom En-suite study bedroom Bronze studio flatSize of room/flat 17 – 19m2 (approx) 13m2 (approx.) 13m2 (approx.) 17m2 (approx.)Size of bed Four-foot double (120cm x 190cm) Single Four-foot double (120cm x 190cm) Four-foot double bed (120cm x 190cm)Facilities• Self-contained kitchen area• En-suite shower room• Shared kitchens• En-suite bathroom• Shared kitchens in a cluster flat of fourto five bedrooms• En-suite shower room• Fully self-contained kitchen area withbreakfast bar• En-suite shower roomInternet access 20Mb broadband 10Mb broadband 16Mb broadband 20Mb broadbandDistance and journey timeto the College (all journeytimes are approximate)• 1.1 miles (1.8km)• Located just a 20-minute walk oreight-minutes on the underground(just one stop) or 12 minutes by bus• 0.8 mile (1.3km)• Located just a ten-minute walk or a fiveminutebus journey to the College• 3.4 miles (5.5km)• Within a 25-minute journey on theunderground (closest undergroundstation is Aldgate East) or a 25-minutebus journey to the College• 2.4 miles (3.8km)• 25 to 30-minute journey by bus(service runs every 15 minutes)or a 15-minute walk to Old StreetUnderground station, then onestop to the College near Angelunderground stationOther facilities• Free IPTV in room• 24 social spaces with free WiFi:including a cinema room, gamesroom, soundproof music room, TVroom, art room and dance studio• On-site gym• Access to spacious communal livingspace with pool table, television, WiFi,and internet café• Flat screen TV in all shared kitchens• Access to gym at a nearby residence• Shared common room space• Flat screen TV in all shared kitchens• On-site management and maintenanceteams• On-site gym• Several social spaces and studyrooms• Roof-top terrace• Games roomHomestay optionKICL has an agreement with a well-established London-based homestay company. This means that we can place students in homesaround the city where you will get a true sense of the London culture. Homestay rates will depend on the location of the family. Theyare on a half-board basis (breakfast and dinner included, seven days a week) and range from £180 to £250 per week. Students will beexpected to pay their own transport costs. So if you would like to experience life with a local family – whether for just your first few weeksor throughout your studies, contact the Arrivals and Accommodation Manager at kicl.accommodation@kaplan.com for more details.Different room types are available and the pictures are examples only.Information• All en-suite bathrooms• Inclusive of all bills, including broadband internet• Room size dimensions are an approximation; actuallayout of rooms may varywww.kic.org.uk/pathways/london 9

Appendix: student packTo make your move as organised as possible we have created a student pack that provides many of the essential items youwill need to settle into your new accommodation. This is an extra benefit that would not be available in privately rentedaccommodation.The student pack includes everything you will need for cooking and eating. We will even supply a warm duvet, pillow and a fullset of bed linen so you don’t have to rush around the shops on your first day in London.Beddingü Double duvet (10.5 Tog)ü 2 x pillowsü Duvet coverü 2 x pillowcasesü Fitted sheetCooking equipmentü Stainless steel frying pan (18cm)ü Stainless steel saucepan (18cm)ü Slotted flat turnerü Ladleü Vegetable peelerü Plastic colanderü Small utility knifeTypical kitchen in student residenceTablewareü Dinner plateü Side plateü Cereal bowlü Mugü Tumblerü Cutleryü Tin openerü Solid plastic spoonü Slotted nylon spoonwww.kic.org.uk/pathways/london 10

Appendix: accommodation options and pricesResidence Reference Start date End date Weeks Room typeContractpriceDepositPayment 1(including deposit)pre-arrivalPayment 2on-arrivalPayment 3end of firsttermTotalpayableThree-term programmes starting in SeptemberLiberty House(Sebastian Street)LO1 14/09/2013 23/08/2014 49 Single en-suite £12,250 £250 £1,000 £7,667 £3,833 £12,500iQ Shoreditch LO2 14/09/2013 23/08/2014 49 Large single studio flat £13,475 £250 £1,000 £8,483 £4,242 £13,725Three-term programmes starting in September and Preparatory English for Graduate Diploma programmesLiberty House(Sebastian Street)LO3 14/09/2013 04/01/2014 16 Single en-suite £4,160 £250 £1,000 £3,410 na £4,410iQ Shoreditch LO4 14/09/2013 04/01/2014 16 Large single studio flat £4,640 £250 £1,000 £3,890 na £4,890Two-term programmes starting in SeptemberMagenta House LO5 14/09/2013 07/06/2014 38 Large single en-suite (cluster flat) £8,930 £250 £1,000 £4,090 £4,090 £9,180iQ Hoxton LO6 14/09/2013 07/06/2014 38 Large single studio flat £11,590 £250 £1,000 £5,420 £5,420 £11,840All programmes starting in OctoberLiberty House(Sebastian Street)LO7 05/10/2013 23/08/2014 46 Large single en-suite (cluster flat) £11,500 £250 £1,000 £7,167 £3,583 £11,750iQ Shoreditch LO8 05/10/2013 23/08/2014 46 Large single studio flat £12,650 £250 £1,000 £7,933 £3,967 £12,900Liberty House(Sebastian Street)LO9 26/10/2013 23/08/2014 43 Large single en-suite (cluster flat) £10,750 £250 £1,000 £6,667 £3,333 £11,000iQ Shoreditch LO10 26/10/2013 23/08/2014 43 Large single studio flat £11,825 £250 £1,000 £7,383 £3,692 £12,075Information correct as of July 2013.KICL reserves the right to change the properties advertised and/or prices quoted. In the event that this should occur, alternative options of an equivalent standard will be made available at similar prices.www.kic.org.uk/pathways/london 11