Student digs transform from drab to dapper

Student digs are historically thought of as dirty, messy and run down. Many parents would refuse to set foot in the accommodation let alone be wanting to sit and have a cup of tea and a chat. However gone are those days as more people are experiencing cleaner smarter ways of living when at university. Students are typically in halls of residence they then typically choose private accommodation to live in for the duration of their university course. This rise in nicer accommodation is thought to be because there are more older undergraduates than ever before. UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service show a 12.99% rise in applicants aged 21 to 24 and a 12.6% increase amongst students aged over 24 years old.

Hive Student Residences are completing building work on student blocks in Hoxton and Bethnal Green, East London at the moment and are trying to make returning students aware that there are plenty of nice furbished flats still available to rent for this up and coming student year. A spokesperson for the company said “We wanted to focus on the London student market and have strived to create a class-leading product that meets the ever-increasing aspirations of its renowned universities and international student base in terms of quality and service.” A 19 year old student has given us an insight into the way that students think about their living arrangements. “I like the fact it is brand new, very well furbished, very well thought out and very clean. It’s only about £20 more expensive than many other flats I’ve looked at and has lots thrown in. At other places you have to get your own TV and licence.”

With the modern, new student blocks kitted out with many expensive features and accessories it is crucial that you take out Student Insurance E&L Student Insurance offer low cost plans to suit your individual needs. Cover benefits include contents cover, personal accident, reimbursement for missed exams and course fees plus much more. With this peace of mind you can go on to enjoy your university life knowing that you have got fantastic cover in place. visit www.eandl.co.uk/student to find out more.

Source: The Independent Online, Article: 1763796, Student Housing, Is this the end of dank digs? 29th July 2009