Advice for
International
Students
Welcome to the UK!
Information
At Rivermead Islands, we are happy to accept students from all over the world. No matter where you are coming from, we are certain that we can make you feel at home in Chelmsford.
We know that moving to a new country on your own can be a little overwhelming. Our friendly team is here to help you with any questions about your accommodation to make sure that your move is as smooth as possible.
Your Booking
We recommend booking your room as soon as you have an offer from ARU to avoid disappointment. You can do so safe in the knowledge that if you don’t get a visa or your grades, you can cancel your booking. See your tenancy agreement for terms and conditions.
What to Bring
We will send you a resident handbook nearer your arrival time. This will include a full guide and details of what to bring and what not to bring. Your room will have plenty of storage space but also know that your bedrooms, bathrooms and shared living areas have all the furniture you should need. The Islands are only a couple of minutes’ walk to campus but if you want to purchase a bike for travelling around the city, bike racks are available. It is only a 10-minute walk to the city centre so bikes are a luxury and not an essential. Residents are strongly discouraged from bringing a car as no parking for residents is available on site or nearby.
Lifestyle and Community
Your rent includes all bills and utilities, cleaning fees and high-speed internet so that you can easily keep in touch with your friends and family back home.
RI, our resident concierge app, is available to all residents and lets you arrange practicalities like airport transfers and luggage storage, as well as access to local services like personal trainers, hairdressers and beauticians. If you don’t know anyone attending the university yet, you will soon. Regular social events will take place on the Islands to help you get to know your RI community and will be featured on the app.
Safety and Security
Safety is one of our main priorities. The Islands are fitted with CCTV throughout, each building has secure entry systems and our staff will be on site 24/7.
Advice for International Students
Welcome to the UK!
Everything You Need To Know
At Rivermead Islands, we house students from across the globe. No matter where you are travelling from, we are certain that we can make you feel right at home in our student accommodation in Chelmsford.
We know that moving to a new country on your own can be daunting to say the least. Our friendly team are here to help you with any questions about your accommodation to make sure that the transition is as smooth as possible.
Your Booking
We recommend booking your room as soon as you have an offer from Anglia Ruskin University to avoid disappointment.
If you don’t receive your required grades or student visa, this can be cancelled with a full refund of the booking fee. See our booking terms and conditions for more details.
Safety and Security
At Rivermead Islands the safety of our residents is our top priority. All buildings have been built to industry-leading safety standards and our buildings are audited for safety using external, independent consultants. Our experienced concierge staff are on site 24/7 to provide support to residents and respond to any emergencies.
Rivermead Islands is also comprehensively monitored by CCTV for your safety and peace of mind.
What to Bring
Nearer to the start of the academic year, we will send you a resident handbook. This will include a full guide and details of what to bring and what not to bring. Your room will have plenty of storage space but also know that your bedrooms, bathrooms, and shared living areas have all the furniture you should need.
Rivermead Islands is only a couple of minutes’ walk to campus and ten minutes’ walk to city centre. We have plenty of bike storage if you plan on using a bike to get around. Residents are strongly discouraged from bringing a car as there is no parking available on site or nearby.
Lifestyle and Community
Your rent includes all bills and utilities, cleaning fees, and high-speed internet so that you can easily keep in touch with your friends and family back home.
RI, our resident concierge app, is available to all residents and lets you arrange practicalities like airport transfers and luggage storage, as well as access to local services like personal trainers, hairdressers, and beauticians.
If you don’t know anyone attending the university yet, you will soon. Regular social events will take place on the Islands to help you get to know your RI community. Details of these meet ups can be found on our app.
Your Booking
We recommend booking your room as soon as you have an offer from Anglia Ruskin University to avoid disappointment.
If you don’t receive your required grades or student visa, this can be cancelled with a full refund of the booking fee. See our booking terms and conditions for more details.
What to Bring
Nearer to the start of the academic year, we will send you a resident handbook. This will include a full guide and details of what to bring and what not to bring. Your room will have plenty of storage space but also know that your bedrooms, bathrooms, and shared living areas have all the furniture you should need.
Rivermead Islands is only a couple of minutes’ walk to campus and ten minutes’ walk to city centre. We have plenty of bike storage if you plan on using a bike to get around. Residents are strongly discouraged from bringing a car as there is no parking available on site or nearby.
Safety and Security
At Rivermead Islands the safety of our residents is our top priority. All buildings have been built to industry-leading safety standards and our buildings are audited for safety using external, independent consultants. Our experienced concierge staff are on site 24/7 to provide support to residents and respond to any emergencies.
Rivermead Islands is also comprehensively monitored by CCTV for your safety and peace of mind.
Lifestyle and Community
Your rent includes all bills and utilities, cleaning fees, and high-speed internet so that you can easily keep in touch with your friends and family back home.
RI, our resident concierge app, is available to all residents and lets you arrange practicalities like airport transfers and luggage storage, as well as access to local services like personal trainers, hairdressers, and beauticians.
If you don’t know anyone attending the university yet, you will soon. Regular social events will take place on the Islands to help you get to know your RI community. Details of these meet ups can be found on our app.