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Accommodation — Scottish Borders campus

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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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Bedding and kitchen packs ready for your arrival

UniKitOut is here to make your move smooth & stress-free

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Jean Muir Student Village Video Tour

Watch Lou's complete guide for Border's accommodation

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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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Room and kitchen Inspection

What to Expect

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Laundry at Scottish Borders Campus

Make laundry day a breeze

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Making Payments - A Guide for Students

We offer several ways to pay your fees and other invoices

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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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Go Global Accommodation Options

There are a few accommodation options available

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Undergraduate Room Types

Deciding on accommodation at University is exciting

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Accommodation Guarantee

What Does it Mean?

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Top 5 Accommodation FAQs

You may have questions before you arrive at Heriot-Watt

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Reporting Maintenance Issues - Scottish Borders

Help us by reporting any maintenance defects in your room

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How to Dispose of Your Waste

Heriot-Watt's disposal policies

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What to do in the event of a fire...

How and when to raise the alarm

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Banned & Prohibited Items In Halls

Read this to ensure that you do not bring any contraband

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What's provided in Jean Muir Student Village?

It's useful to know exactly what we provide in your halls

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Fire Safety in Halls

You need to know some important fire safety information

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Weekly Fire Alarm Test at Scottish Borders

The University conducts weekly testing of the systems

A Guide to Cleaning Your Halls

Keeping your residences clean is super important...

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How to Connect to WiFi in Halls

The Wi-Fi in halls is managed by Glide