It’s hard to know what university is like until you get there, and all universities are different.  In some ways it’s easier to describe what university isn’t! Well, everyone says that it is not like school or college, or work, or home. So, what IS university really like? We aim to give you a realistic view, based on things students told us they wish they had known.

As Keele is a campus university there is a community feel about the campus and the students can access all they need for their everyday life here on campus with no need to leave. However, there are excellent bus routes if you want to venture into Newcastle under Lyme  Newcastle-under-lyme / Stoke or beyond!

This article introduces typical accommodation options available and provides some tips for making the right choice for you.