Oldway Centre, Swansea

Booking Deposit

• A £150 deposit is not required as part of the student application process.
• Agents should not collect or accept a £150 deposit on behalf of students.
• If a £150 deposit has already been collected, it should be refunded to the student immediately.

Pay In Instalment

• The first instalment is due on the 1st August 2026.
• Subsequent instalments are due on the dates listed in the Occupation Contract.
• Monthly payment plans are available if the Contract Holder receives accommodation funding via a monthly bursary.
• Requests for monthly plans must be made to the Residents’ Team.
• Note: Full upfront payment is required if no guarantor is required.

Guarantor Requirement

• A guarantor is required unless the tenant pays the full rent upfront.
• A guarantor can be international or UK-based.
• The guarantor must be over 18 years old.
• The guarantor cannot live with the tenant unless they are the tenant's parent or guardian.
• The guarantor cannot live in another property managed by the management.
• The guarantor must provide:
• Photo ID, such as a valid passport.
• Proof of residence, such as a recent utility bill or bank statement dated within the previous three months.
• Failure to provide suitable documentation will result in the guarantor being declined.

Cooling Off Period

• A 72-hour cooling-off period applies after booking (if booked online or by phone and not viewed in person).
• The cooling-off period is reduced to 24 hours from the 1st August 2026.
• The Contract Holder may cancel provided they have not moved into the property.
• To cancel, email the Residents’ Team with the subject line “Cooling Off Period Cancellation”.
• Refunds will be processed within 10 working days.

No Visa No Pay

• Cancellations are accepted if the Contract Holder is unable to obtain a visa to enter the UK.
• Supporting evidence must be provided to the Residents’ Team within 72 hours of receiving it.
• If notification is received after the contract start date, the Contract Holder is responsible for rent payments up to the date evidence is provided.

No Place No Pay

• Cancellations are accepted if the Contract Holder did not receive the required grades to attend the chosen university.
• Cancellations are accepted if the Contract Holder failed to achieve the grades needed to continue studies.
• Supporting evidence (e.g. UCAS notification) must be provided to the Residents’ Team within 72 hours of receiving it.
• If notification is received after the contract start date, the Contract Holder is responsible for rent payments up to the date evidence is provided.

Replacement Tenant Accepted

• The Contract Holder must find a replacement licensee acceptable to the Landlord.
• The Landlord reserves the right to amend the terms of the new contract, including adjusting the rent to the current market rate.
• Basic checks will be conducted to confirm the eligibility of the replacement.
• The original Contract Holder’s account must be up to date, and any rent due up to the leaving date must be paid.
• The replacement Contract Holder assumes responsibility for future rent and obligations once they have signed the Occupation Contract and made the first rent payment.

Delayed Arrivals & travel restrictions

• If you are unable to travel due to government-imposed travel restrictions, please contact the team with the relevant supporting documentation. We will facilitate the request to review your circumstances and explore the possibility of cancellation/contract amendment. Requests are considered individually, and any outcome will depend on the property's review and applicable booking terms.

University Course Cancellation/Modification

• If your course has been cancelled by your university, please reach out to the team with the relevant supporting documentation. We will liaise with the property team to review your request on a case-by-case basis for cancellation. The resolution will be subject to the property's assessment and the terms of your booking.

Deferring Studies

• If you have deferred your studies, please contact the team and share your updated university documentation. We will notify the property team to review your request for cancellation/contract amendment. Requests are assessed individually, and the final outcome will be subject to the property's review and booking terms.

Smoking

• No smoking

Room allocation

• Students can indicate specific room number or location preferences during the booking process, and the team will accommodate these preferences wherever possible, based on availability.

Check in guide

• Approximately 2–4 weeks prior to the scheduled move-in date, students will receive check-in instructions via email. This communication will include the steps required to select a check-in date and time slot, complete necessary documentation, and settle any outstanding payments prior to arrival.
• In case of any questions or queries, please feel free to contact the team, and our team will assist to ensure a smooth check-in process.

Renewal policy

• Students who wish to extend their stay can contact the team for renewal or rebooking at the same accommodation. Our team will support the renewal process and help students secure a suitable room of their choice. Students are encouraged to reach out early to ensure they can rebook the same room or another room of their choice at the same property.

Early check in policy

• Early check-in requests can be shared in advance with the team. Our team will do a feasibility check to facilitate early check-in requests based on room readiness and availability. Additional charges may apply where applicable.

Guest policy

• Guests may stay with you where permitted by the property. Always notify the property 1 to 2 weeks in advance to complete the required formalities.

Minimum age

• You must be 18 years or older on your move-in date to stay at this property. Please ensure you meet the age requirement before booking. In case you do not meet the minimum age requirement, inform the team while enquiring with us, and we can suggest you accordingly.

Student eligibility

• This accommodation is exclusively available to students. Non-students are not eligible to stay at the property.