Hi there, I’m Jordan and I’m going to be showing you around Dover Court, one of
our on-campus accommodations here, at the University of Liverpool.
Staff can appreciate that it can be daunting moving into halls, so we want to give you
as much information as possible about what to expect and what you’ll need to bring
when moving in. Dover Court has a wide range of self-catered
ensuite rooms for students at the University of Liverpool. There’s both premier and premier
studio apartments here to choose from, so there’s something for everyone.
There’s a large quiet study space off reception too and everything you need to make yourself
at home. Dover Court is located on the north side of
campus, close to the Royal Liverpool University Hospital and the department buildings for
Engineering, Earth and Ocean Sciences and Medicine. It’s also about 5 minutes’ walk
into Liverpool city centre. So what do you get in one of the rooms here?
You get a double bed in all the rooms. You’ll get a mattress, but you will need to bring
a mattress protector as well as your bedding, pillows and bed sheets.
As you can see, there’s also a very good sized desk and adjustable chair, with lots
of storage under and around to keep everything organised. A desk light is also provided.
As with all our halls, Wi-Fi is included in your rent.
Your wardrobe will have a hanging rail as well as shelving inside – perfect for those
with lots of clothes. All rooms are en-suite at Dover Court, which
means that you’ll have your own private bathroom.
There’s a shower, toilet and sink – all you need to get ready for a hard day of studying,
or a long evening of socialising with friends. A heated towel rail also helps keep your towels
dry after using them. Before moving into your new room, have a think
about what you need to bring. We’ve provided a list here, but remember that you can always
buy things once you’ve arrived. As well as the essentials for your studies
– like your textbooks, stationary and computer – think about what you can do to make your
room feel more like home. Photographs, posters and ornaments from your
bedroom at home can help with homesickness. You’ll also need a couple of things for
your bathroom; things like toiletries and cleaning products are good to have ready for
when you need them. Don’t forget hand soap, bathmats, towels
and toilet roll, as the university doesn’t provide these.
If you’re in a premier room, you’ll be sharing a kitchen with 3-5 other people. Studio
Apartments do not have any communal areas. There’s lots of cupboards to store your
food and equipment, and kitchen appliances to help you cook your favourite dishes.
Don’t worry about sharing – depending on the number of people in the flat, you might
have more than one of each appliance. You’ll also get a toaster, microwave and
a kettle – inviting your flatmates into the kitchen for a hot drink on your first
day together helps you to get to know who you’ll be living with for the next year.
At least one fridge freezer will help keep your food fresh.
There’s also a fantastic breakfast bar in the kitchen, so you can chat with your flatmates
as they cook meals. Adjacent to the kitchen there’s a small
living space for you and your flat to watch television and entertain guests.
We provide you with Live TV and a TV Licence in the communal areas, so you’re free to
watch whatever you want. Please remember that you must buy your own
TV Licence if you have a TV in your own room. As Dover Court is completely self-catered,
make sure you have purchased cooking equipment like pots and pans, as well as food to eat
during your stay. Dover Court is about 2 minutes’ walk from
local food shops and convenience stores, so if you need anything once you’ve moved in
please don’t worry. Please remember not to bring any fairy lights
or candles to Dover Court as they don’t meet the health and safety regulations of
the halls. With clean and modern facilities in close
proximity to the city centre and local shops, we think you’ll feel right at home moving
into Dover Court. Our on-site residential advisor team are on
hand if you have any trouble when you’ve moved in and the accommodation team - based
at Crown Place - can help with your accommodation-related queries.
Before making an application, we strongly recommend that you visit our website, where
you’ll find information about each of our halls of residence.
You can also visit our Halls Life website and social media pages, which give you an
idea of what it’s like to live in our halls. You’ll find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram
and YouTube. All the links you need can be found in the
description, below. You can apply for accommodation as soon as
you receive your Student ID number via email. Applications are made via the Accommodation
Portal on Liverpool Life - apply early and think carefully about what is important to
you when choosing your preferences. If you have any questions about Dover - or
any of our accommodations - be sure to visit our website at www.liverpool.ac.uk/accommodation,
or email the team at accommodation@liverpool.ac.uk. We’re always happy to help!