Band 7+: Your friend has been offered a place on a course at the university where you studied. He/ She would like your advice about finding a place to live. Write an email to your friend. In your email, describe where you lived when you were a student at the university. Recommend the best way for him/her to look for accommodation. Warn him/her of mistakes students make when choosing accommodation.

Dear Mark,

Hope you’re doing splendidly! I am glad to hear that you have been offered a place in the university in your dream course robotics. Don’t be nervous, the university is phenomenal and teachers will guide you perfectly.

The accommodations are not a big deal to find. You can find plenty of them near the campus and the university provides the arrangements if requested. Initially, I stayed for several months at the accommodation provided by the university. Their meals and services were awesome but there were few restrictions to follow. Then, I moved to an apartment close to the campus with my friends, we used to share the space and the rent was decent.

The first step is to jot down your preferences and then select after verifying the space. The university’s hostels are budget-friendly and provide meals twice, according to your preference. Also, you can find accommodations through campus clubs and student associations.

Don’t rush. I advise you to spend more time finding the place to avoid complications later. Sometimes, students rent places and leave after a few months because of disturbances created by roommates and commuting time.

Let me know if you have more questions to ask. I would love to help you.

Regards