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Magee On Campus Accommodation
The Magee campus in Derry/Londonderry, Northern Ireland's second city, is situated on a magnificent elevated position overlooking the River Foyle. The main building dates from the mid-nineteenth century when it was founded as Magee College, and many of its unique Neo-Gothic architectural heritage remains. There are many state of the art buildings housing laboratories, workshops, lecture theatres and drama/dance studios. 2003 saw the opening of a multi-million pound learning resource centre.The campus has a range of restaurants and cafes and is within easy walking distance of Derrys vibrant city. Derry itself has excellent bus and train services to other parts of Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. It is also very close to the border with Co. Donegal. Take a look at the range of accommodation that the University of Ulster provides here at the Magee campus.
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At Magee Campus all flats and apartments have access to unlimited broadband through the university network.
Duncreggan Student Village
Duncreggan Student village comprises of fourteen, three storey blocks offering a mixture of self catering accommodation ranging from newly built en-suite study bedrooms to a selection with shared bathrooms.The original 3-block development has 158 single standard study bedrooms, in 2 and 5 bedroom apartments.
Standard Study Bedrooms
These standard bedrooms come in 2 and 5 bedrooms apartments. They have a fully equipped kitchen and dining area, with shared shower and toilet facilities. Each flat contains a generously spacious and furnished lounge area ideal for socialising.
En-Suite Rooms
Within the Student Village we also have a development of 398 student bed spaces, which comprises of fully equipped en-suite study bedrooms, in apartments which will accommodate 6-8 people. All bedrooms have a telephone point via a BT connection arranged directly with BT.
To the front of the site is the University sports facilities, an all weather pitch and a flood-lit grass pitch.
In addition to Standard and En-Suite rooms we also have the following room types:
En-suite Twin/Double rooms
There are a number of twin and double ensuite rooms, which are ideally suited to couples, siblings or best friends who wish to share. They also may appeal to those residents looking for additional space. These rooms can come with a double bed or twin beds, depending on dual or individual occupancy.
This preference needs to be stated at the time of application. Additionally these rooms have larger workspaces, more shelving, double wardrobes, extra electrical outlets and a larger floor area.
Essential Extras
All the accommodation comes with a fully fitted and equipped communal kitchen/diner and has access to a laundrette. There is also a central television room with vending machines, payphone and television set. The entire Duncreggan Student Village site has secure access control, it is monitored by CCTV and each block is fitted with emergency telephones. We appoint one Resident Assistant and there is on-site security. In addition the complex includes secure off road car parking.
Additional Requirements Accommodation
There are a limited number of ground floor two bedroom flats in the Student Village, which have been built to mobility standard. Study bedrooms are very generous in terms of space and each has an en-suite shower and toilet with wheelchair access.There are a number of integrated mobility rooms witin the 4 and 6 bedroom apartment units.
NOTE: It is important to note that demand for this accommodation is extremely high. Should you require this accommodation, you must contact the Accommodation Office or Student Support well in advance.
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Coppin House
Coppin House is adjacent to the Magee Campus and fronts the Strand Road, one of Derry's main throughfares. This makes it instantly accessible for local shops and entertainment centres.
It contains 72 study bedrooms on five floors, with shared communal facilities. A common room is available on each floor with a TV and Video. Each study bedroom has an unlimited broadband connection. The complex is monitored by CCTV, has onsite security and access control. Residental Assistants are available as points of contact.
Off road car parking is available.
See the University of Ulster's Car Park Management Website for further information on this facility.
