Where to rent? 9


Is it convenient?


How is the house heated and what will it cost to heat?


Check bus routes, local shops, laundrettes, etc.


How is the electricity, oil and gas (if applicable) paid - meter or bill?


Always walk from the house to college to see how long it really takes


top tip!


When searching for accommodation, don’t forget to check out our website at: www.nuigalway.ie/ student-life/ accommodation/


Check meter readings - any arrears?


You can also check out other websites such as: www.daft.ie www.findahome.ie


Key Tips for Renting


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Always view a property before paying a deposit


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Always bring a friend or parent with you when meeting a landlord


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Ensure you have a rental agreement


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Always read and understand the Rental Agreement before signing


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Always get a receipt for the deposit paid and rent in advance


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Always make a list of furniture and appliances with the landlord. Damage or loss of property is a regular reason for losing a deposit


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If there are any outstanding repairs, ask the landlord to state in writing that they will be repaired - take photos if necessary


Fees and Grants


The fee for your University programme varies from discipline to discipline.


EU Undergraduate fees are paid by EU nationals (i.e. holding an EU Passport/or Birth Certificate) who have been ordinarily resident in an EU member state for at least three of the last five years. Undergraduate fees have three elements as follows:


(1) Tuition fee: This varies from degree programme to degree programme. This may be paid on your behalf by the Irish Government. It is not means tested and a brief synopsis of eligibility is available at www.studentfinance.ie


(2) Student contribution charge €3,000:This is payable by you or if you apply for a SUSI grant and are deemed eligible, we will invoice SUSI for your SCC. This SUSI grant is means tested and you can apply online at www.grantsonline.ie Once you receive official confirmation of your SUSI grant please email it to the Fees Office: fees@nuigalway.ie


(3) Student levy €224: This is payable by all students and is not covered by a SUSI grant.


top tip!


Check out the website www.studentfinance.ie which provides comprehensive information for students in relation to fees, grants and supports.


NUI Galway | Student Guide 2018/19


I Galway | Student Guide 2016/17 | www.nuigalway.ie


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