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Cohabs London

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Cohabs has 12 houses across the city (West, North & South London), with a mix of students, interns, and young professionals. The result: a dynamic, social, and very international vibe — ideal for meeting people quickly and living a true London experience. You get: ✅ Stylish houses in top neighborhoods: West London, West Hampstead, Finsbury Park, Elephant & Castle, Tooting… ✅ Furnished rooms + modern shared spaces (gardens, spacious kitchens, cinema room depending on the house) ✅ Access to the Cohabs app to manage everything (doors, maintenance, events) + direct connection to the London WhatsApp community ✅ The option to visit the houses before signing, through the house ambassadors

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🏠 Housing

What kind of place was it?

Student Residence

How much was the rent per month?

1800€

Where was it located?

Wembley

How can someone find this place?

https://www.canvas-world.com/en?device=m&network=x&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22610323620&gbraid=0AAAAABsejyOR73HXSUpEFpiKYlaZDJ0dm&gclid=CjwKCAiA55rJBhByEiwAFkY1QJOoFpSAXaqQueTr7iZxRDj_yCT1gAYX1La85vS6mbfG_I9Y_1ZeDBoCMlsQAvD_BwE

Would you recommend it?

It is very expensive (although all London is), but honestly the building was worth it, everything was new, there were free events every week to meet people, free huge gym and yoga room, huge library and so many community spaces

🍻 Social Life

What are some top bars, clubs, or events you recommend?

Compared to Vienna it’s a whole different vibe and not as safe at night, but if you choose correctly and go with friends it’s fine

🎓 Uni life at Kingston University

Which classes do you recommend… or not?

All classes were super easy, most universities don’t allow exams so you mostly just do group work and assignments or essays

Do you have some tips?

The campus is nothing special, and it’s very very far from the city. The registration was easy and the classes are fun

✈️ Travel

Best trips to do?

So far i only went to Oxford but there are so many cities nearby by train and you have a bunch of time to explore

🌆 London vibe

What do you absolutely need to know to live your best life in London?

Everything except the cost is good. Transport can be a bit of a problem so make sure you stay near the tube cause buses are not reliable

🏠 Housing

What kind of place was it?

Student Residence

How much was the rent per month?

too much: around 1100e

Where was it located?

camden town

How can someone find this place?

ucl's accomodation website

Would you recommend it?

yes of course, beside the price, the catering halls is amazing, the rooms are perfect for a simple accom, very close to uni

🍻 Social Life

What are some top bars, clubs, or events you recommend?

I loved the Blue Kitchen in camden

🎓 Uni life at UCL

Which classes do you recommend… or not?

I recommend looking at the requierments and the list of reading, you do not need to read them before the term starts yet look if the class will have a lot of reading per week or not and at the coursework sheme so that you can balance between classes that need a lot of work at home and others that need less in order to not be overwhelmed

Do you have some tips?

the campus is amazing and the registration was so easy. They send emails for everything before you arrive to inform you on each topic, I would definitly study my whole life here even if the level is very much high

✈️ Travel

Best trips to do?

plane tickets are cheap from here

🌆 London vibe

What do you absolutely need to know to live your best life in London?

cost of living is very high for sure but there is so much cheap options for everything, make some research for cheaper alternatives. Also it is a city with a very fast dynamic do not rush into buying and consuming. A lot of things are free go look for them and dowload apps like Unidays for tips

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🏠 Housing

What kind of place was it?

Other

How much was the rent per month?

around 2000£/ month

Where was it located?

near to Notthing hill, 25min from uni

How can someone find this place?

facebook recommendation

Would you recommend it?

I liked it. Very student friendly city in some ways, but still very expensive. Great international network

🍻 Social Life

What are some top bars, clubs, or events you recommend?

Clubs et cours: maddox, gallery, paloma

🎓 Uni life at regent’s university

Which classes do you recommend… or not?

Recommend : Investment and wealth management Don’t recommend : Entrepreneurship : Family business and social enterprise

Do you have some tips?

Very nice campus, easy registration. I would probably choose the same again considering the choices i was given

✈️ Travel

Best trips to do?

Visit the Uk. Former british colonies are cheap to go (example : Cyprus)

🌆 London vibe

What do you absolutely need to know to live your best life in London?

Cost of living is expensive. Organize yourself and your spendings

🏠 Housing

What kind of place was it?

Student Residence

How much was the rent per month?

900

Where was it located?

At the University of East London campus in Docklands.

How can someone find this place?

Google, Instagram, University website

Would you recommend it?

I really enjoy living on the University of East London campus in Docklands. The location is great, it’s peaceful, safe, and right by the river, which makes the environment very pleasant. I also appreciate being close to my classes and surrounded by other students, which helps create a nice community feeling. The campus facilities are convenient, and it’s easy to reach central London whenever I want to explore the city. Overall, I feel comfortable and happy living here. If I had to choose again, I would definitely pick the same place. It’s been a positive and enjoyable experience, and I think it’s the best option for student life in London.

🍻 Social Life

What are some top bars, clubs, or events you recommend?

I don’t usually go out very often, as I enjoy spending quiet evenings on campus or exploring new places during the day. However, I’ve been to a few nice places around London, for example, the Sky Garden, which has amazing views of the city, and Boxpark in Shoreditch, which has a really fun and lively atmosphere. I also went to a student night at a club in Canary Wharf, which was a great experience to meet other students and enjoy some music. Even though I’m not someone who goes out all the time, I really like discovering new spots when I have the chance.

🎓 Uni life at University of East London

Which classes do you recommend… or not?

I would recommend the business classes, as they are really interesting and practical. The law classes are also great, they help you understand how legal concepts apply to real business situations. Overall, both subjects are engaging and useful for the future.

Do you have some tips?

The University of East London has a really nice campus, especially in Docklands — it’s modern, safe, and has beautiful views by the river. The atmosphere is calm but still social, which I really enjoy. The registration process was quite easy and well-organized, and the staff were helpful whenever I had questions. If I had to choose again, I would definitely pick UEL. It offers a good balance between studies, campus life, and the opportunity to explore London.

✈️ Travel

Best trips to do?

There are so many great trips you can take from London! I’d recommend visiting Oxford or Cambridge for a day, both cities are beautiful and full of history. Brighton is also a great option if you want to enjoy the seaside and a more relaxed atmosphere. If you have a bit more time, Bath and Windsor are amazing for their architecture and culture. And for nature, a trip to the Cotswolds or Richmond Park is definitely worth it!

🌆 London vibe

What do you absolutely need to know to live your best life in London?

To live your best life in London, you need to know how to manage your budget, the city can be expensive, so planning ahead really helps. It’s also important to learn how to use public transport, especially the Tube and buses, since they make it easy to get anywhere. I’d also say: take time to explore different areas of the city, each neighborhood has its own vibe! And don’t forget to balance study and relaxation: enjoy the parks, museums, and cafés when you can. Finally, be open to meeting new people, London is super diverse, and you can learn a lot from everyone you meet.

💡 Other Tips

My main tip would be to stay organized and manage your time well, university life in London can get busy very quickly! Don’t hesitate to ask for help from teachers or student services if you need support; people are always willing to help. Also, try to enjoy the experience, take advantage of all the opportunities the city offers, from cultural events to networking and student activities. And finally, remember to find a good balance between studying, social life, and rest, that’s the key to having a great time here.

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🏠 Housing

What kind of place was it?

Student Residence

How much was the rent per month?

100/200£

Where was it located?

Sunderland

How can someone find this place?

On Sunderland University Web site Accommodation

Would you recommend it?

yes but take a room with the bathroom include

🍻 Social Life

What are some top bars, clubs, or events you recommend?

Iam not a very bars girl but as you know UK is famous for their clubs, pubs

🎓 Uni life at University of Sunderland

Which classes do you recommend… or not?

Management Accounting

Do you have some tips?

Be open for new meetings

✈️ Travel

Best trips to do?

i was in Sunderland

🌆 London vibe

What do you absolutely need to know to live your best life in London?

in sunderland there haven’t a lot of thing to do but is coconing

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🏠 Housing

What kind of place was it?

Other

How much was the rent per month?

800£

Where was it located?

In Brunel

How can someone find this place?

On the website of the Brunel’s school

Would you recommend it?

It was super nice as an international student cause I had the possibility to share time, go to gym, go to the Brunel’s nightclub (on site) with all my French friends and UK friends !

🍻 Social Life

What are some top bars, clubs, or events you recommend?

Ministry of sound, Hyde park, lightbox, Camden street, soho, Wembley Park, Piccadilly Circus, Leicester Square, Nothing Hill, Borough Market,

🎓 Uni life at Brunel University of London

Which classes do you recommend… or not?

I was in international Business and the cost was high, and the amount of lectures was very low (6h/week)

Do you have some tips?

Campus cool, gym cool, sports cool, (just be careful if you get injured in England it’s not the best ask every docs : I broke my ankle and it was not the best thing of my Erasmus) there is a bar and a nightclub : just be careful it’s far away from London, if you don’t travel a lot into London (like only the weekend) don’t take a travel card cause it’s very very expensive (200£ per month as a student)

✈️ Travel

Best trips to do?

London is very very expensive, I went to bath wich was amazing but just a bus cost me 50 pounds

🌆 London vibe

What do you absolutely need to know to live your best life in London?

My only advise is try things, having a walk and stay in group not all alone cause it can happen a lack of safety

💡 Other Tips

Enjoy ;)

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🏠 Housing

What kind of place was it?

Student Residence

How much was the rent per month?

1000

Where was it located?

Hatfield

How can someone find this place?

curzon point

Would you recommend it?

🍻 Social Life

What are some top bars, clubs, or events you recommend?

idk

🎓 Uni life at university of hertfordshire

Which classes do you recommend… or not?

Exchange class

Do you have some tips?

The campus was cool and animated

✈️ Travel

Best trips to do?

idk

🌆 London vibe

What do you absolutely need to know to live your best life in London?

cost of living (very high)

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🏠 Housing

What kind of place was it?

Student Residence

How much was the rent per month?

900

Where was it located?

At the University of East London campus in Docklands.

How can someone find this place?

Google, Instagram, University website

Would you recommend it?

🍻 Social Life

What are some top bars, clubs, or events you recommend?

🎓 Uni life at University of East London

Which classes do you recommend… or not?

Do you have some tips?

✈️ Travel

Best trips to do?

🌆 London vibe

What do you absolutely need to know to live your best life in London?

💡 Other Tips

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