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Plungington is a highly popular student area located to the north of the city centre and near the University of Central Lancashire’s campus. This area is in a prime position to experience all the student living Preston has to offer. You will find a busy and vibrant nightlife on your doorstep as well as an impressive cafe culture. The area consists of mainly terraced houses offering some of the best student accommodation in Preston.
View Plungington properties →The city centre is perfect for those studying at the University of Central Lancashire - set a short walk away from the main campus - with well organised public transport links to get around the city and beyond. Preston city centre is packed full of student-friendly amenities, stylish bars, thriving nightclubs and a dose of culture. Providing a mix of great shopping and easy dining options, living in the centre is the ideal choice for private student accommodation in Preston.
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The University of Leeds was established in 1904 and has grown to become one of the largest higher education institutions in the UK. The University campus is a ten-minute walk from Leeds city centre and home to a cutting-edge fitness, sport, and wellbeing facility. Over 38,000 students currently choose to study here - including 12,000 international students.
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Recognised for high-quality teaching and research - The University of Liverpool is an internationally-acclaimed Russell Group University. An original ‘redbrick’ university, it’s ranked in the top 25 UK universities targeted by leading graduate employers. With a city-centre location, most student areas in Liverpool are convenient for students studying at the University of Liverpool. Take a look at StuRents' options for student accommodation in Liverpool city centre and surrounding areas.
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Durham University is a collegiate university - meaning that students gain membership to one of the university’s 13 colleges (a little like the Hogwarts house system!). It ranked in 6th place in the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2022 and 5th place in the Guardian University Guide in 2022. Students can choose from a wide range of over 200 undergraduate courses and over 100 postgraduate courses, with 26 departments based at the university. Durham University has also invested £40 million into a new Teaching and Learning Centre and £31 million in sports and wellbeing facilities - all to improve the student experience.
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The University of Nottingham is a multi-award-winning public research university with two main campuses in the Jubilee, and Queens Medical Centre, both based in the city with over 45,000 students enrolled here. Spanning far and wide outside of the UK, Nottingham University also has campuses in Malaysia and China.
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The University of Manchester is ranked 27th in the world and 6th in the UK - according to the QS World University Rankings 2022. The university is a member of the Russell Group and is currently investing £1 billion into its campus and student facilities. Located on the south side of Manchester, the university’s two main areas are based around Oxford Road and Sackville Street.
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The University of Newcastle Upon Tyne is a red brick university with over 28,000 students and offers around 175 undergraduate programmes. The main campus resides in central Newcastle near Haymarket, a convenient location for many of the student homes in Newcastle. The university has one of the largest EU research portfolios in the UK, has further expanded internationally as an overseas partner to the Singapore Institute of Technology, and opened a Medical School campus in Malaysia.
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An original 'redbrick' university, The University of Birmingham is part of the Russell Group. There are two main campus sites - Edgbaston & Selly Oak and the university’s estate is currently undergoing a £1 billion redevelopment programme over a ten-year period.
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Based across four campuses on the south coast of England, the University of Brighton has sites in Brighton and Eastbourne and is home to 18,000 students. The university has been part of the city since 1859, and 93% of students surveyed in the National Student Survey 2018 reported that they’re “very happy” with both their education and city life. Brighton was recently ranked in the UK student city's top ten (QS Best Student Cities 2019) and was also named the happiest city in England for students.
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Ranked joint first Modern University for Career Prospects in The Guardian University Guide 2021 and 2022, Coventry University is a great place to study. It boasts state-of-the-art facilities and dedicated schools for health, design and engineering laboratories, performing arts studios and computing centres. Coventry University has a city-centre campus, making it highly convenient for living in student accommodation in Coventry city centre, or any of the surrounding towns.
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The University of Leicester is the only UK University to win Times Higher Education awards for seven consecutive years. With over 16,000 students and strong ties to the Attenborough family, Leicester is one of the UK’s leading universities. There is plenty of student housing in Leicester located within walking distance or a short bus ride away from the University of Leicester.
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Standing at 15th in the top UK universities, The University of Sheffield strives for academic excellence, offering some of the highest quality education in the country. This Russell Group member prioritises student satisfaction and promotes nothing but growth. The university has also recently launched a #WeAreInternational campaign, meaning students can become part of an international community of peers.
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The University of Exeter has four campuses, comprising Streatham Campus - the heart of the university - located on the outskirts of the city (a 15-minute walk away) and St Luke’s Campus in Exeter town centre. Penryn Campus is the third campus, near Falmouth in Cornwall and the Truro Campus is the educational setting for University of Exeter Medical School students studying MSc Environment and Human Health. The University of Exeter is a Russell Group university well known for its sports studies and high levels of student satisfaction. It’s also a four-time recipient of the prestigious Queen's Anniversary Prize.
Find a great place nearbyWhen it comes to choosing the right place as your student residence, you’ll find plenty of options for student accommodation in Preston and lots to explore in the local area:
If you’re looking for a diverse and plentiful food and drink scene, Preston offers a multicultural experience, where international cuisine meets traditional flavours with a fusion of fine dining restaurants, independent street vendors and cosy cafes around every corner. Charming inns and real ale pubs are plenty and sure to keep any student satisfied. Find your ideal student properties in Preston based around the city centre and its neighbourhoods.
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Preston is known for some of the best pubs around the North West, and hosts student friendly nights almost every day of the week. Make sure to check our Adelphi in Friargate, arguably the most popular student pub where cheap drinks meet a spacious heated beer garden. Explore the city’s night scene on one of the many pub and bar crawls or if live music is more to your taste, then 53 Degrees and Mad Ferret put on regular gigs and DJ club nights. You can stay up late at the various nightclubs throughout the city centre, all conveniently within walking distance of each other. You’ll never be too far away from the action by finding the right student housing in Preston for you.
Preston is a modern and lively city with an abundance of English heritage buildings and cultural venues. From the iconic Harris Museum and Art Gallery to the city’s expanding live music scene hosting great events such as the Lancashire Encounter festival and the Lancashire Mela - a celebration of South Asian arts and culture. Preston is a fantastic city to discover and we have a wide selection of student housing in Preston available for you to choose from.
Exploring Preston’s range of shopping options always provides a good time. The high street big name brands and stores are situated along Fishergate, whilst Cheapside is home to Preston’s Flag Market with an abundance of local produce and independent stalls. St George’s shopping centre and Miller Arcade provide an upmarket retail experience alongside vintage and antique treasure troves dotted around the city centre. Browse through our select student houses in Preston and make sure you get your dose of retail therapy whilst you study.