Our Community

Living in University Accommodation is a great opportunity to be part of a dynamic and diverse community. We hope you will love your time here and making the most of the opportunity to build healthy relationships, develop life skills, and to get involved in an exciting programme of events and activities



Community Living Campaign

At the start of every year Residence Life Mentors deliver a Community Living campaign to students in university accommodation. The purpose of this campaign is to facilitate open and respectful conversations between flatmates about the considerations needed when living with others. Residence Life want to promote a sense of responsibility for the community in which you live. University accommodation should be a welcoming and safe community, so please be aware of how your actions can affect others. In return we encourage others to consider how their actions might impact on you.

The conversations are an opportunity for Mentors to introduce themselves, explain how they can help throughout the year, and further understand student needs and expectations. A template of the undergraduate Community Living Agreement can be found in via your Residence Life Mentor.

You will also discuss the expectations in regards to your conduct. Please familiarise yourself with the University’s ‘Your Community: Your Responsibility’ page. These expectations apply to your conduct on campus, in the residences, and in the wider community. 

During the Community Living conversation, you may discuss and agree on any other 'house rules'. For example, some flats don’t mind residents having overnight guests, others prefer that residents are warned so they can expect to bump into a stranger in the kitchen! The aim of the conversations is to promote open communication to hopefully minimise future conflict.

It's a collective responsibility to help create a safe and positive residential experience. This involves being respectful of others. Quiet Time is between the hours of 11pm and 7am, and 24 hours a day during the exam period. Noise must be kept to a minimum during this time. If you want to practice a musical instrument, please contact Customer Services to book a practice room in the Residences.

Residence Life and the University have a zero-tolerance policy on matters that impair fire safety, particularly malicious and negligent behaviour. Students are expected to always evacuate and cook safely to avoid any unnecessary fire alarm activations. 



Consent Conversations

Living in University Accommodation is a great opportunity to develop new friendships and have new experiences, but it's not always easy. Have the courage to seek support when you need it and look after your own wellbeing. This includes developing healthy relationships with those around you. Visit our Consent page for helpful videos and articles to navigate this topic. 

If you have concerns that are not covered here and you would like more information, please contact us at residencelife@sheffield.ac.uk, or speak to your Residence Life Mentor.