Ready to move in?
We know moving in to your new home can be both exciting and a bit overwhelming, so here are some tips on how to be prepared and what you should expect.
Our accommodation sites
Most flats have between four and eight people sharing (we also have four 9-bed flats) and include standard equipment such as smart TVs in all communal lounges, cooker, fridge/freezer, microwave, kettle, toaster, ironing board, iron, vacuum cleaner and other standard cleaning equipment. The bedrooms include a small double bed, desk, study chair, wardrobe and bookshelves.
The flats are managed by a dedicated team, including Accommodation Officers and Resident Assistants. Staff are trained to handle all aspects of tenancy management and provide support and guidance throughout the year.
How do I get my keys?
Key collection will take place at our individual sites where students have been allocated. Please remember to take a copy of your arrival pass with you and a form of photographic ID.
How do I get to my new flat?
Please note there is very limited parking close to the student accommodation sites, so please research travel and parking prior to arrival. We ask that you be considerate of our neighbours and do not park in residents' spaces or on pavements. Edinburgh Napier University will not take any responsibility for parking fines during key collection.
What happens when I arrive?
Once you have collected your key, you're free to move in to your new flat! Your flat will be ready for your arrival and staff will be on-site to assist you if you have any queries or concerns. Please don't be afraid to ask questions - our contact numbers are on the noticeboard in your kitchen and we're here to help.
Can I move in early?
In order to ensure that your new home meets a high standard, our accommodation team will be busy preparing and cleaning every room up until the day before you arrive. This unfortunately means that you will be unable to move in prior to the official move-in date.
What do I need to do with the inventory?
Should I get any vaccinations before I arrive?
Covid-19
You can find out details on how to arrange an appointment or visit a walk-in Covid-19 vaccination centre on the NHS Inform website.
Meningitis C
Meningococcal group C disease (Meningitis) is a rare but potentially life-threatening disease which occurs mainly in young children and young adults. As part of a UK-wide immunisation programme for new University students, in line with NHS advice, you should get the Men C vaccination from your home GP ideally 2 weeks before you start University if you meet ALL the following criteria:
- You are aged 24 or under
- You are attending University for the first time in September 2017 or any year up to and including 2021
- You've not previously had any Men C vaccination since the age of 10
If you do not get the vaccination before you start University, it is recommended you register with a GP in Edinburgh when you arrive and should get the vaccination during Freshers' Week
Please check that you are also up to date with other vaccines.