Accommodation — Scottish Borders campus

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Moving out? Donate your items!

Here is where and how...

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House Hunting 101

When to start looking and where to look

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Why you should call campus ‘home’ for another year

Apply early and secure your spot

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Little things to consider whilst living on campus

Top tips on becoming the best flatmate

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Room and kitchen Inspection

What to Expect

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Smoking and vaping at Heriot-Watt

Important information

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Need comfy bedding? Get a Heriot Watt bedding pack

Available to purchase from your main reception

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Meet the ResLife team!

Get to know some of our ResLife members

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Carolina's what to pack

As an international student 🧳

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Damage charges in halls

Keeping halls in top shape

A Guide to Cleaning Your Halls

Keeping your residences clean is super important...

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What to pack | International guide

Key items you'll want to consider bringing

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What is an Advance Rent Payment (ARP)?

(And why it's important you pay it)

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Your moving out checklist

Making moving out that much easier

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Our halls guest policy

Want to have guests over? Here's what you need to know

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Noise levels in halls

Keep it down to keep the peace

Kitchen assisted cleaning

The University provides assisted cleaning of each kitchen

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Need an accommodation reference?

Follow the steps below to request one.

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What to pack - essential guide

Essential items you need for university

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Share chores without the chaos

How to keep your flat clean without the drama

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Laundry at Scottish Borders Campus

Make laundry day a breeze

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Contents insurance with Howden

The new name for My Endsleigh

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Where do I pick up my post?

Where to pick up your post at Jean Muir Student Village

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TV Licensing - Don't risk a fine

When do you need a TV licence?

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Your 2025/2026 Residence Handbook

The Residence Handbook is a great resource...

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Accommodation Guarantee

What Does it Mean?

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Contemporary En-Suite Room Tour

Take a look around our contemporary en suite room

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Undergraduate Room Types

Deciding on accommodation at University is exciting

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Go Global Accommodation Options

There are a few accommodation options available

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Accommodation FAQs

You may have questions before you arrive at Heriot-Watt