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University of Bolton
From The Student RoomTSR Wiki > University > Choosing a University > University Guides > University of Bolton
 The University of Bolton is located in Bolton, Lancashire, north west of Manchester. It has approximately 9,000 students studying at it and has grown rapidly to this size since achieving university status a few years ago, doubling the number of students who attend. FacilitiesLibrariesBolton University has two main libraries which can be found on the Deane and Chadwick campuses. Both Libraries are open six days a week with some late night opening hours. The information desk can provide you with lots of information and there are printing and copying facilities available. IT and ComputingThere are internet facilities all over campus where students can go and do work including some rooms which are open 24/7. The University of Bolton can claim that they have one of the best workstation to student ratios in the UK. The University of Bolton has a campus wide wireless network which students can access. Each room in the halls of residence has the ability to connect to broadband internet if students have a PC or laptop. SportsThere are sports facilities available for those who want to get involved at the sports centre which is found on the Deane Campus. There are fitness suites where you can do resistance exercises as well as cardio. There is an annual membership fee of £15 or pay on the day fee of £1. WelfareThere is a lot of support available at Bolton for students who need it. Your first port of call if you have a problem are the student advisers who can give you information on a wide range of topics. You can find their offices in the Eagle Mall on the Deane campus. Students may also feel that they would like to go to the student union for advice, and they also have a wide variety of services. HealthcareShopsRestaurantsThere are a number of places on the Deane campus where you can get food. A combination of hot and cold food is provided by cafes and restaurants. On the Chadwick campus choice is more limited with only the Chadwick campus refectory.
BanksWhile there are no branches of banks on campus, there are branches of all main banks in the town centre. TransportCareers serviceThere is an active careers service at the University of Bolton. You can go and speak to them about part time work during your course. They also have a CV and careers advice service where you go to think about what you want to do when you graduate. Part-time jobsReligous facilitiesBolton has a multi-faith chaplaincy which provides support and religious advice to people from all backgrounds. There is also a room for people to quietly engage in prayer and meditation. There are chaplains available from the major religions for specific guidance. SocialBars, Pubs and clubsBolton is a very student oriented city and has a wide variety of clubs and bars which offer student discounts and student club nights. The venue bar is close to both the Deane and Chadwick campuses and a place where you can meet up with other students. The others bars/clubs are alright around town, pretty cheap on student nights but they're not the best! EventsStudent events at Bolton are organised by the entertainment committee. Up and coming events information can be found here Clubs and societiesThere are many student societies for you to join at Bolton. Sports societies allow you to meet up and play sports such as badminton, basketball, cricket, football etc. There are also common interest groups for people who share interests, hobbies and cultural identities. The University of Bolton encourages people with relevant skills such as advertising and finances to get involved in societies to work with societies and in return have something for their cv. AccommodationPerhaps a down side to the uni - the accommodation can have rather small rooms and well, the kitchens looked quite a bit dated. However they have installed the internet into EVERY room at both halls. The cost of the internet is £50 per year for unlimited access. Accommodation policyFacilitiesResidencesThe university of Bolton has a number of halls of residence which between them have 700 single study bedrooms. The two halls are called Hollins and Orlando. Bother are well furnished with a bed, desk, wardrobe and sink. They are also both fully self catered. Hollins This is located near the chadwick campus and has 318 single study bedroom. There are number of flats which have between 6-9 students. Each flat has a fully appointed kitchen with microwave, oven and fridge freezer and shared bath/shower room. There are internet facilities in each study bedrooms. Orlando Village This is located ten minutes walk from the Deane Campus. It has 383 single study bedrooms. Each flat has a fully apointed kitchen with cooking, storing and bathroom facilities. There are internet facilities in each study bedrooms. Private sectorThere are many houses which can be rented by students in Bolton. There is a list that you can get from the student advice service to help you find suitable properties. Student unionPricesEnvironmentArchitectureLocal areaTeaching qualityThe University of Bolton is ranked 93 out of 113 by the times good university guide. It has also received 'excellent ratings for subjects like education, materials technology, nursing, organismal biosciences, philosophy, psychology, and subjects allied to medicine. Applying to BoltonThinking of applying to Bolton? Why not read some Personal Statements which were used for applying here? Other Bolton ArticlesWhy not read these other Bolton Articles? Links |
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