Accommodation in UCD !!!

crazierthings

Hi, I'm currently in 6th yr and I am hoping to go to UCD next year to study radiography ... I'm just wondering what the best on campus accommodation is and if there is anything else i should be aware of ? Thanks

AkiThePirate

There are four residences on campus.

Belgrove(Where I live) is the cheapest, and that's all it has going for it(Unless you're studying arts, in which case you're ~2 minutes from your lectures).
Actually, it does also have the advantages/disadvantages of having multiple parties on at any given time, being within crawling distance of the student bar and never having security at the gate.

Merville is very slightly nicer and is the same price as Belgrove, and I do mean slightly. The only real advantage it has is the Centra in the middle of it, which is about a four minute walk from Belgrove. It does also have security there almost all the time, which is good or bad depending on how you look at it. (Security makes having mates over after 12 annoying).

Roebuck is much newer, nicer and cleaner than both aforementioned but that doesn't come free. In Roebuck, you also have the option of having somebody cook your meals for you, but I've been told that a fry every morning can become rather tiresome.
Roebuck also has no oven, and when your mates come over with a slab and a frozen pizza, that's a problem. It's also probably the farthest from any of the lecture buildings, but not by much.

Glenomena is situated to the back of Merville allowing you easy access to the Centra and it's supposed to be very similar to Roebuck. I've not been there(yet), so I can't comment on how clean it is in general or on whether or not they have an oven, but from what I hear it's rather nice.


If you know a few people living in UCD, you could try to stay in each residence and decide if taking a bit of a dive is worth saving ~€1000. Personally, I don't mind a kitchen that smells a little funny sometimes and a bunch of drunk students coming back from the student bar every Thursday quite late, Belgrove or Merville should be fine.
If you're used to having an en-suite and living in a clean house... Belgrove mightn't be the best of ideas.


If anyone feels like adding/correcting anything here, go right ahead.

crazierthings

Thanks This really helped a lot.

TimeToShine

Glenomena have ovens and is probably better value for money that Roebuck, problem is it's all postgrads and mature students so not much fun to be had, If you're doing Radiography I advise against Belgrove, chances are you'll get lumped in with two alcoholic arts students then you're royally f*cked.

**Timbuk2**

From the friends that I have in Glenomena and from being in the apartments (well, two of them anyway) there are no ovens! Maybe some of them do?

Also, it's not all mature students anymore - anyone can live anywhere now, the system has changed. My friends have good fun anyway! Although it's true that there are probably more mature students in Glenomena than there are in other residences like Belgrove, but I'm not sure why.

the west wing

I was thinking of applying to move into Glenomena if I start my MA next year in UCD. Seriously? Are there no ovens? I checked on the accomodation website and they mention a hob but not an oven? How so they expect people to cook basic things with no oven? Can anyone shed light on this?

AkiThePirate

TimeToShine wrote: »

Glenomena have ovens and is probably better value for money that Roebuck, problem is it's all postgrads and mature students so not much fun to be had, If you're doing Radiography I advise against Belgrove, chances are you'll get lumped in with two alcoholic arts students then you're royally f*cked.

I'm doing astrophysics and I'm in with two arts students. I don't know if I'd call 'em alcoholic, but they're a way from the kind who're in bed by ten.

You can still get plenty of work done, but I'd just advise against Belgrove for the simple fact that it's Belgrove.

Chet T16

Its not a well known fact but mature students are actually just like normal people only a bit older

errlloyd

Most people in Glenomena and Roebuck buy counter top ovens.

Belgrove is ****ing bitterly cold in winter. Roebuck has utilities included so comes to decently cheap. Glen and Roe have en-suits which is nice.

Glen is really fun this year, was there on Sunday night around 11 and there was music and **** outside the apartment blocks, people having a good time and a couple drinks.

the west wing

errlloyd wrote: »

Most people in Glenomena and Roebuck buy counter top ovens.

Do you know how much that costs by any chance?

errlloyd

Nope, so approx between 0-300 euro.

I do know most buy in Lidle or Aldi. So my estimation is less then 50.

AkiThePirate

This year Belgrove has utilities included.

Also, there is a coutner-top oven in Lidl this week for ~€30.

Edit: Spelling.

the west wing

AkiThePirate wrote: »

Also, there is a coutner-top over in Lidl this week for ~€30.

Thanks for that!

laura360

I lived in Proby house (blackrock campus) and I was shocked when there was no oven. When I asked why not, they said it was because of health and safety and that there has been a few fires over the years! Best bet is to buy the oven from Lidl!

the west wing

laura360 wrote: »

I lived in Proby house (blackrock campus) and I was shocked when there was no oven. When I asked why not, they said it was because of health and safety and that there has been a few fires over the years! Best bet is to buy the oven from Lidl!

Ya I'm still in shock that there are no ovens!?! I lived on-campus in UL for 3 years and we had an oven. I can't imagine living without one!!

Crow92

I don't live on campus but have stayed in roebuck for a week and consistantly been in belgrove as a lot of people in architecture live there.

Roebuck is 6 people per apartment, each with en-suit, bed, desk, clothes rail and overhead shelf, oh and side cabinet and lamp. Microwave and hob cooker. Table+ chairs and 2 seats, which aren't that comfortable to sleep on.

The kitchen/sitting room is about the same size as belgrove but 3 more people. There are two of those half fridges too both with an ice box.

Belgrove are 3 people apartments. I'd advise against getting an apartment with a shared double room as I have a friend who's starting to hate the fact she's sharing with a bitch.

As said closest location is great. Lack of security is amazing too as i've tried to get into merville with no i.d. and there's security keeping you out.

There's a seperate shower room and bathroom with bath shared between the 3.

The bedrooms have a lot of shelving, and a desk and bed.

The kitchen has a cooker with oven, and a microwave and fridge with icebox.

There's dining table a coffee table and a 2 seater and 4-6 seater which are both really good to sleep on, especially the bigger chair to stretch.

I like belgrove myself, more easy going, good for parties and less people so hopefully less chance of trouble

crazierthings

I know the first year booking opens on the 9th of May .. i was just wondering if anyone could tell me what time ?

MacieC

Over my degree period, I've lived in Belgrove, Glenomena and Merville so here is my opinion :

- Belgrove :4.700/year. It's an old residence so it's a bit dirty and not really comfortable. Most of the stuff don't work, heating doesn't work in some appartments' living room. Plus, it's electric heating which is really bad for one's health. There is an oven but it might not work properly. Same for the fridge and even if you go complain, no one is gonna care ! I lived one year in Belgrove and during that whole period, the fridge was always full of water and we couldn't put anything in it ! We complained and the office didn't do anything about it.
The bathroom and shower are to be shared so that's kind of annoying espcially if you live with dudes.


There are a lot of first years in Belgrove so it's really really messy and quite noisy to be honest. I didn't like it. But the good point is that it's the closest residence to Science Buildings and the Library.



Merville : A bit better than Belrgove but there are 4 people in one appartment and two bathrooms. It's way more comfortable than Belgrove but the renovated houses 11-17 don't have ovens ! Although they are more comfortable than the non renovated ones especilly since you won't need a key just your student card, a system which isn't yet established in other non renovated houses and in Belgrove. It's near to Centra but to be honest during my second year, I moved to Merville to be closer to Centra and I ended up never going there ! Plus, Centra is super expensive except if you wanna buy essentials such as milk or water or whatever, but I wouldn't count on it to provide for the whole week !

You'll find a lot of 2nd and 1st years in Merville but it's slightly less messy than Belgrove is.

* Glenomena : I live in there right now and there are no ovens ! Only microwaves ! It's really comfortable because you have your own bathroom and the heating works perfect so do the fridges ! There are no ovens but seriously who cares ? People don't have time to bake ! Well, it's actually annoying if you like chicken !
Glenomena is full of first years and it's really comfy. But it's quite expensive almost 6.000 a year.

* Roebuck : A lot of international students and final year students so I wouldn't count on it although it's as comfortable as Glenomena is, I prefer Glenomena it's less messy. It's the same price as Glenomena but it's quite far from Science Buildings ! Especially when it's cold and now that they're creating the new Law School in the middle of the way, it's just a pain to walk all that way down to Science Buildings.

Glenomena all the way ! It's the best residence and it's really quite. But I have to admit, it's a bit of a tough crowd because people there are quite different. Less friendly I thought but maybe it's just me.

Good luck


( The booking opened at 5 in the morning last year but it really depends from one year to another ).

Donerkebab

do we have to pay a deposit on monday?

augmented reality

Donerkebab wrote: »

do we have to pay a deposit on monday?

Afaik, we only pay in august, this list is just a waiting list and you don't pay anything until august because lots of people who put their name on the list won't end up going to UCD.



I'm hoping to do engineering next year and am trying to decide between Merville and Glenomena.
Which is best for a first year? I like my comfort but am wondering if sharing with 6 is a lot? Is there many first years in glenomena, wont know anyone going to UCD so would prefer to be living with other first years.
I don't mind a party and a laugh but don't want to end up in a place which is just constant parties, is merville like that?
Are those countertop ovens you'd buy in argos for ~€50 a substitute for an oven.
Glenomena sounds a lot nicer than merville, is it that much better?

Thanks!

MacieC

To be honest, I lived in both Merville and Glenomena and Glenomena is better ! There are more 1st years in Glenomena, but this is very variable because it changes from one year to another.

Merville is almost all the time constant partying which can be pretty annoying if you're taking a heavy course such as medicine or something like that.

You will surely share your at appartment with 6 people in Glenomena but most of the time, you won't even notice that you're six in the appartment because you hardly get to bump into your roomates. Well, I haven't seen the guy whose bedroom is right next to mine, I don't even know what he looks like and I moved in in September.
Glenomena however has a major amount of 1st years weirdly, although this residence was originally directed towards post-grad students.

The good thing is that you have your own bedroom and you only share the common area and the kitchen which is not that much big of deal.

I wouldn't live in Merville ever again ! I hated the year I spent there, never going back constant partying is not really my cup of tea especially every night at the beginning of the year ! Belgrove is not better either.
Roebuck is a bit like that but since there are mostly post-grad and mature students it's a bit less messy. But still, in my opinion, Glenomena is the best residence.
Plus its not too far from centra and from the launderettes and it's near all the bus stops.

ladymillybay

Erm, can anyone tell me where the best place to live would be for studying veterinary? Also, which houses are old Merville and which are new?? Thanks!

teotihuacan

Myself and quite a few mates are all pretty certain on going to UCD in September.

We're just wondering about the application process, is there any way that you can get an apartment with at least a few of your mates?

Is there any way to get an apartment together or is the selection/distribution process random and you get what your given?

Donerkebab

teotihuacan wrote: »

Myself and quite a few mates are all pretty certain on going to UCD in September.

We're just wondering about the application process, is there any way that you can get an apartment with at least a few of your mates?

Is there any way to get an apartment together or is the selection/distribution process random and you get what your given?

Brits out

ladymillybay

Actually I'm kinda wondering the same thing - do you know if the other people in the house know each other? I'm from Munster and don't know anyone going to UCD so I don't wanna be in a house with a group of best friends!! Also - Glenomena - good or bad idea?? :P

teotihuacan

Donerkebab wrote: »

Brits out

Florence

supernutrino

Yes Glenomena is good.

You can choose your own room and apt from a menu online, so you can get your friends online at the same time and all choose the same apt just diffrent rooms, it's simple as long as you get them all on at the same time (earlier than the time advertised on the website, always comes on earlier)

I think next year they display what year and gender room mates are.
(dont choose all the same gender...) and a mix of years is better.

caitdebhail

i'm trying to decide between Glenomena and Roebuck and i can't really decide? Somebody i was talking to who lives in Roebuck said they get free printers and free gym, i was just wondering was this true?

supernutrino

Theres two Roebucks, Roebuck Hall and Roebuck Castle.
They are right beside each other.

Castle is brand new, but it's smaller, its catered so theres no full kitchen (just a kitchenette with microwave) but the foods meant to be very nice, you eat in a communal area. Its for people who either are in very very busy courses and don't have time for shopping and cooking or for people who's parents never taught them to fend for themselves.
Thats the one with the gym in it.

Hall is very nice but has no gym, but you do have a decent kitchen.

Glenomena and Roebuck are both vv nice and both relatively new (within last 10 years).

Glenomenas common areas (kitchen and living room) are bigger than Roebucks and its sofas are nicer. Other than that there isn't a huge difference between them.

Emzer92

I'm hoping to study Radiography in UCD this year and I've applied for on-campus accommodation. I can't decide between the renovated houses in Merville or Glenomena. Any suggestions?

jc2008

I'm moving into Glenomena as a 2nd year, having commuted from home in first year. I'm not moving in with anybody that I know, although I'll know other people elsewhere on campus.

This will be my first time cooking for myself, which is a scary prospect, but hopefully I'll manage - I'll need to diversify my abilities though, otherwise it'll be spaghetti bolognese and chicken-and-sweet-chilli-sauce stir fries all the time :eek:

Is it normal to just cook completely for yourself? Ideally, it might be easier to share cooking with housemates, but I'd rather just do it all myself, for myself - is that normal, considering I don't know them? What about having your own cereal, having your own milk, having your own butter, having your own tea-towel etc. - normal or crazy? Does Glenomena have enough storage in the kitchens for frying pans / woks / pots etc., considering there's 6 of us living there, and I imagine that most people will bring their own?

Also, as I'll be going home most weekends, I'll be coming back Sunday evening. Tesco on Nutley lane will be closed, as will Lidl in Dundrum. Do most people shop in Tesco in Dundrum (24hours) or do they do their shopping early on Sunday or on Monday?

Siuin

jc2008 wrote: »

I'm moving into Glenomena as a 2nd year, having commuted from home in first year. I'm not moving in with anybody that I know, although I'll know other people elsewhere on campus.

This will be my first time cooking for myself, which is a scary prospect, but hopefully I'll manage - I'll need to diversify my abilities though, otherwise it'll be spaghetti bolognese and chicken-and-sweet-chilli-sauce stir fries all the time :eek:

Is it normal to just cook completely for yourself? Ideally, it might be easier to share cooking with housemates, but I'd rather just do it all myself, for myself - is that normal, considering I don't know them? What about having your own cereal, having your own milk, having your own butter, having your own tea-towel etc. - normal or crazy? Does Glenomena have enough storage in the kitchens for frying pans / woks / pots etc., considering there's 6 of us living there, and I imagine that most people will bring their own?

Also, as I'll be going home most weekends, I'll be coming back Sunday evening. Tesco on Nutley lane will be closed, as will Lidl in Dundrum. Do most people shop in Tesco in Dundrum (24hours) or do they do their shopping early on Sunday or on Monday?

I'm in the same boat (2nd year, moving in to Glenomena, on my own) And yeah, I'm gonna be cooking for myself- I don't think it'd be weird, especially seeing as how everyone has their own preferences and budget. I hope food doesn't go missing from the fridge like last year in Muckross though :mad: I'm bringing my own version of all the above, so you're not alone. I think one needs the ... space!

Also, there's a tescos in Stillorgan just a short bus ride away- they'd be open

OneOfThem Stumbled

For those choosing Merville due to lax security - that is changing this year! Large new fences and security hut are planned, etc. :eek:

Ditto with Belgrove (but not as extensive I think).

On the plus side renovation of Belgrove is also on the cards.

XxAmy21xX

I lived in Merville last year and I got Glenomena this year! Merville was grand but sharing the bathrooms could get annoying sometimes, also it got freezing in the winter! Really looking forward to Glenomena this year but like a few of you Im on my own too! I have no idea who Im living with? Anybody else in house 2?

Siuin

I'll be in house 1 - hellllllo up there!

Piper101

hiya! a friend of mine has an attic conversion with ensuite, tv, etc for rent about 10 minutes walk from ucd, pm me for details thanks

XxAmy21xX

Hello! Im actually getting so excited to move all my stuff in and see who Im living with :O apparently its 5 girls?!

Siuin

Indeed- I'm also very nervous/excited to see who I'll be with...!! I'm moving in on my own too- going straight from the airport on the 6th to get stuff sorted, gahhh! Ooh how'd you find out they'll all be girls? It has it's advantages and disadvantages lol. Tbh I think I'd prefer it- the guys I lived with last year were such slobs!

jc2008

Is keeping a bike in your room on campus a huge no no? Worried if I bring my bike it'll get stolen - can't see that'll it bother my future roommates too much if it's in my bedroom.

The problem is I'm in Glenomena House 8, which I think is across from the R.A's office

Siuin

jc2008 wrote: »

Is keeping a bike in your room on campus a huge no no? Worried if I bring my bike it'll get stolen - can't see that'll it bother my future roommates too much if it's in my bedroom.

The problem is I'm in Glenomena House 8, which I think is across from the R.A's office

Glenomena House EIGHT, yes? Then no problem, work away

sh1tin-a-brick

I didnt think I would be going to UCD so I was stupid enough to forget about applying for accommodation...

What are my chances now of getting anything?

TimeToShine

you may end up getting an off campus accomodation, put your name down anyway but you'd want to start looking around just in case.

Shonagh

I'm so freakin' excited about moving up. I'll be going on my own but I'm really not too worried.. Hoping for Glenomena or Merville today!

XxAmy21xX

Oh cool where are you from?! When I clicked on what house I wanted it told me what gender the other housemates were. Yeah I have enough guy friends in UCD all my girl friends are spread around the country! I'll be heading up on Wednesday to leave my stuff up, have you seen who you re living with yet?!

HickNewf

Hey im from Newfoundland Canada and im coming to UCD for a semester.
Im assuming staying on campus will be the easiest option for living and ill meet a bunch of ppl, so i was just wondering what the best residence would be best for an international student looking to have a good time while in Dublin. (but also travel most weekends whenever possible) It looks like Belgrove and the 2 Roebucks are the only things available for Jan-May.

And secondly, anyone who has empty spots in their apartment and doesn't want to risk the chance of having an annoying roommate but is looking for someone who does/likes the following, send me a msg:

-Alcohol-you wanna hit the clubs? lets roll, wanna hit a party? im down, wanna just get drunk and talk about stupid ****? count me in
-Travel-hoping to travel so wont be around all the time, but when i am, i promise to be awesome-or if you want to travel with, no problem, lets go see some cool ****
-Doing dece in school without over exertion, if you need to study though or have a test comin up i know how to be quiet/make myself scarce
-fifa 11 w the mates, or whatever else you wanna play, im down for anything
-open minded/will try anything, is there any cool **** in ireland like bungee jumping or skydiving? cuz if there is lets ****in do it
-if u wanna talk politics i can talk shop, be ready for a left leaning opinion, im doing business but **** conservatism, occupy wall street baby
-im down to cook the **** out of anything, if you dont wanna join thats cool, i got you covered, not gonna see a mate starve
-movie/tv buff, but not in the loserish way, i just like good entertainment, be warned though its mostly american ****, i donno what you folks in europe like
-****in love sports, all kinds, north american and european, LIVERPOOLS my favorite footie team though

-*im not a piece of **** ignorant (north) american

ok thats enough out of the rambling newfie, any help/ recommendations is greatly appreciated, i dont really know how these discussion things work so i apologize if this is the wrong place or forum, msg me if your lookin for a winter roomie, ill add ya on fbook or smt

Siuin

HickNewf wrote: »

Hey im from Newfoundland Canada and im coming to UCD for a semester.
Im assuming staying on campus will be the easiest option for living and ill meet a bunch of ppl, so i was just wondering what the best residence would be best for an international student looking to have a good time while in Dublin. (but also travel most weekends whenever possible) It looks like Belgrove and the 2 Roebucks are the only things available for Jan-May.

And secondly, anyone who has empty spots in their apartment and doesn't want to risk the chance of having an annoying roommate but is looking for someone who does/likes the following, send me a msg:

-Alcohol-you wanna hit the clubs? lets roll, wanna hit a party? im down, wanna just get drunk and talk about stupid ****? count me in
-Travel-hoping to travel so wont be around all the time, but when i am, i promise to be awesome-or if you want to travel with, no problem, lets go see some cool ****
-Doing dece in school without over exertion, if you need to study though or have a test comin up i know how to be quiet/make myself scarce
-fifa 11 w the mates, or whatever else you wanna play, im down for anything
-open minded/will try anything, is there any cool **** in ireland like bungee jumping or skydiving? cuz if there is lets ****in do it
-if u wanna talk politics i can talk shop, be ready for a left leaning opinion, im doing business but **** conservatism, occupy wall street baby
-im down to cook the **** out of anything, if you dont wanna join thats cool, i got you covered, not gonna see a mate starve
-movie/tv buff, but not in the loserish way, i just like good entertainment, be warned though its mostly american ****, i donno what you folks in europe like
-****in love sports, all kinds, north american and european, LIVERPOOLS my favorite footie team though

-*im not a piece of **** ignorant (north) american

ok thats enough out of the rambling newfie, any help/ recommendations is greatly appreciated, i dont really know how these discussion things work so i apologize if this is the wrong place or forum, msg me if your lookin for a winter roomie, ill add ya on fbook or smt

Boooooy, you ker-raaaazy! XD


Don't worry, you'll be more than welcome here- even with your yank-ish tenancies Belgrove is a kinda mad place, if it was me I'd pick Roebuck but... something tells me you're ready for Belgrove :P

HickNewf

Siuin wrote: »

Boooooy, you ker-raaaazy! XD


Don't worry, you'll be more than welcome here- even with your yank-ish tenancies Belgrove is a kinda mad place, if it was me I'd pick Roebuck but... something tells me you're ready for Belgrove :P

aha well that is excellent news:p
im a 4th year student so i should probably go to Roebuck...but from what im reading, if i want to live first year all over again then Belgroves the spot...just how bad are the rooms in Belgrove though?

Siuin

HickNewf wrote: »

aha well that is excellent news:p
im a 4th year student so i should probably go to Roebuck...but from what im reading, if i want to live first year all over again then Belgroves the spot...just how bad are the rooms in Belgrove though?

I'm living in Glenomena, so not sure, but I've heard from others that it gets rather rowdy. As a 4th year, I don't think it'd be your cup of tea!

Eugers

I'm thinking of going to UCD and next year..I wont really know anyone and I'm planning on living on campus. I'll be doing an arts degree, probably in english and history, would Belgrove be the best spot for me?? I have no problem with constant parties and drinking either

Siuin

Eugers wrote: »

I'm thinking of going to UCD and next year..I wont really know anyone and I'm planning on living on campus. I'll be doing an arts degree, probably in english and history, would Belgrove be the best spot for me?? I have no problem with constant parties and drinking either

Belgrove is definitely the place for constant parties and drinking :P
Same subjects as myself! Good choice :P

beardedmaster

Hi Eugers

All accommodations are great if you want the banter. Belgrove is a very popular one for Arts students, simply because it's right beside the Newman Building (Arts Building). It's also the least expensive of the on-campus residences. I would thoroughly recommend living on campus.

But for any final years/post-grads that are mad for the study, the accommodation is still great. Unless YOUR housemates themselves have parties all the time, which is unlikely. Saying Glenomena, for instance, gets rather rowdy is codswallop - all the places get just as rowdy and/or quiet as the next. The only reason why Belgrove ever had the reputation for being mad is because of the closeness of each of the apartments together, and you can see people leaving from parties to nights out en masse.