{"id":13920,"date":"2025-12-10T12:00:18","date_gmt":"2025-12-10T10:00:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.unihabit.com\/?p=13920"},"modified":"2025-12-10T19:32:56","modified_gmt":"2025-12-10T17:32:56","slug":"how-to-adapt-to-university","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.unihabit.com\/en\/how-to-adapt-to-university\/","title":{"rendered":"How to adapt to university: complete guide for your new life"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:calc( 1200px + 0px );margin-left: calc(-0px \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-0px \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:0px;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:0px;--awb-spacing-left-medium:0px;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:0px;--awb-spacing-left-small:0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:justify;\">\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:justify;\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Starting university marks an exciting stage full of changes, challenges and new responsibilities. For many students, especially those moving to a different city for the first time, knowing <\/span><b>how to adapt to university<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can cause doubts, nerves or even a bit of vertigo.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The good news is that you are not alone: with the right tips and good preparation, the process of <\/span><b>adapting to university life<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can be much easier and more enriching.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this guide, you will find useful recommendations to face your arrival at university and make the most of this new stage.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-1 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\"><b>Getting to know Unihabit\u2019s university life<\/b><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-3\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:justify;\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Living in a university residence is one of the easiest ways to adapt to university, especially if you are coming from another city. Being surrounded by other students, sharing similar experiences and having spaces designed for studying, resting and socialising greatly helps you feel accompanied from the very first day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the case of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.unihabit.com\/en\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unihabit<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, our residences are designed to offer a calm, safe and welcoming environment, with communities that usually range between 80 and 120 students. This allows for close and personalised treatment, creating bonds quickly and enjoying an environment where it is easy to integrate and make friends.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, the accommodations are equipped with everything you need for your daily life during your <\/span><b>university experience<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: study areas, common spaces for socialising, functional kitchens and a team available to help you whenever you need it. All of this makes the residence an ideal environment to grow both academically and personally.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-2 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\"><b>First steps in your new university life<\/b><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-4\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:justify;\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first days at university are key to starting to feel integrated and comfortable in your new stage. At <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.unihabit.com\/en\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unihabit<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we organise a <\/span><b>welcome party<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> every year so that new residents can get to know each other, break the ice and start creating their first friendships through activities, music and a relaxed atmosphere.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is a perfect opportunity to reconnect with the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.unihabit.com\/en\/unihabit-team\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unihabit team<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, resolve any questions that may have arisen during the first few weeks, and become even more familiar with the spaces that will be part of your daily life. This meeting also helps to strengthen bonds with other residents and continue building your university routine with more confidence.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Below, we share some practical tips so your first days are easier and help you<\/span><b> adapt to your new university life<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with confidence.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-image-element \" style=\"text-align:center;--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-1 hover-type-none\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\" alt=\"how-to-adapt-to-university\" title=\"how-to-adapt-to-university\" src=\"https:\/\/www.unihabit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/como-adaptarse-a-la-universidad.png\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-18044\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.unihabit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/como-adaptarse-a-la-universidad-200x100.png 200w, https:\/\/www.unihabit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/como-adaptarse-a-la-universidad-400x200.png 400w, https:\/\/www.unihabit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/como-adaptarse-a-la-universidad-600x300.png 600w, https:\/\/www.unihabit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/como-adaptarse-a-la-universidad-800x400.png 800w, https:\/\/www.unihabit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/como-adaptarse-a-la-universidad.png 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-3 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\"><b>\u00a0Checklist for your new university life<\/b><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-5\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:justify;\"><p>Although Unihabit&#8217;s university residences are fully equipped, services and facilities may vary depending on the type of residence (Ciutat Vella or apartments in Manresa, Sant Cugat and Girona).<\/p>\n<p>Here is a list of essentials that will help you settle in smoothly:<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-6\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:justify;--awb-margin-right:10px;\"><ul>\n<li><strong>Clothing and footwear:<\/strong> It is important to consider the climate of the city you are moving to and bring comfortable everyday clothes, trainers, pyjamas and sportswear if you usually exercise.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Laundry bag:<\/strong> This will be useful for storing dirty clothes in your room or flat and easily taking them to the laundry facilities offered by the residence.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Kitchen utensils:<\/strong> These are not necessary in Ciutat Vella, as the communal kitchen is fully equipped. In the residences in Manresa, Sant Cugat and Girona, you will need to bring your own everyday utensils.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Sheets, pillows and towels:<\/strong> These are included in Ciutat Vella. The apartments in Manresa, Sant Cugat and Girona offer basic household items, but you will need to bring your own bed linen and towels or your personal ones if you prefer more comfort.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Basic appliances:<\/strong> All residences have essential appliances (fridge and microwave). In the apartments, you can bring small personal appliances (coffee maker, toaster or clothes dryer).<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Cleaning and toiletries:<\/strong> Includes products to keep your accommodation clean and your personal hygiene items.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Study materials:<\/strong> The residence offers a study area in each accommodation equipped with a desk, chair and drawers. However, you will need to bring other items such as chargers, pens, diaries and any other academic materials you use on a daily basis.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-4 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\"><b>Tips to adapt to your university life<\/b><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-7\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:justify;\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you have settled into your new accommodation, you will need to prepare yourself to start the academic year in the best possible way, both academically and personally at the residence. Adapting to university involves organising yourself, creating new habits and making use of the resources available to you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At Unihabit, we bring you some tips to help you during this stage:<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-1 fusion_builder_column_1_2 1_2 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-center\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:50%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:0px;--awb-width-medium:50%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:0px;--awb-spacing-left-medium:0px;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:0px;--awb-spacing-left-small:0px;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"accordian fusion-accordian\" style=\"--awb-border-size:1px;--awb-icon-size:16px;--awb-content-font-size:16px;--awb-icon-alignment:left;--awb-hover-color:#f9f9fb;--awb-border-color:#e2e2e2;--awb-background-color:#ffffff;--awb-divider-color:#e2e2e2;--awb-divider-hover-color:#e2e2e2;--awb-icon-color:#ffffff;--awb-title-color:#d6061e;--awb-content-color:#000000;--awb-icon-box-color:#212934;--awb-toggle-hover-accent-color:#d6061e;--awb-title-font-family:&quot;Source Sans Pro&quot;;--awb-title-font-weight:700;--awb-title-font-style:normal;--awb-title-font-size:28px;--awb-content-font-family:&quot;Source Sans Pro&quot;;--awb-content-font-style:normal;--awb-content-font-weight:regular;\"><div class=\"panel-group fusion-toggle-icon-boxed\" id=\"accordion-13920-1\"><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-e1a5fbd24131f046d fusion-toggle-has-divider\" style=\"--awb-title-color:#d6061e;--awb-content-color:#000000;\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_e1a5fbd24131f046d\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e1a5fbd24131f046d\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-13920-1\" data-target=\"#e1a5fbd24131f046d\" href=\"#e1a5fbd24131f046d\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">1. Study strategies and organisation<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"e1a5fbd24131f046d\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_e1a5fbd24131f046d\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p><b>The new university stage can mean an important change in study and organisation techniques<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, so it is important to develop <\/span><b>effective study methods<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: take notes efficiently, plan your time, use revision techniques and keep up to date with your subjects using all the academic resources you have available.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-c6583a11fa9f700ff fusion-toggle-has-divider\" style=\"--awb-title-color:#d6061e;--awb-content-color:#000000;\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_c6583a11fa9f700ff\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"c6583a11fa9f700ff\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-13920-1\" data-target=\"#c6583a11fa9f700ff\" href=\"#c6583a11fa9f700ff\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">2.Participate in the extracurricular activities of the residency.<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"c6583a11fa9f700ff\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_c6583a11fa9f700ff\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A key aspect of adapting to university life in a residence is <\/span><b>taking part in the different extracurricular activities<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> organised by the residence. At Unihabit, we organise activities such as sports tournaments, excursions and workshops that allow you to meet new people and create connections that can be valuable in the future.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-728fc264e04587032 fusion-toggle-has-divider\" style=\"--awb-title-color:#d6061e;--awb-content-color:#000000;\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_728fc264e04587032\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"728fc264e04587032\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-13920-1\" data-target=\"#728fc264e04587032\" href=\"#728fc264e04587032\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">3. Practice sport and maintain a good diet.<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"728fc264e04587032\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_728fc264e04587032\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A balanced diet and regular exercise are essential for your <\/span><b>physical and mental health<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. You can also take advantage of cooking workshops or sports activities to learn healthy habits that will accompany you throughout your university life.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-ce57300d943bb1ed0 fusion-toggle-has-divider\" style=\"--awb-title-color:#d6061e;--awb-content-color:#000000;\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_ce57300d943bb1ed0\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"ce57300d943bb1ed0\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-13920-1\" data-target=\"#ce57300d943bb1ed0\" href=\"#ce57300d943bb1ed0\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">4.Learn about the different opportunities for personal development.<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"ce57300d943bb1ed0\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_ce57300d943bb1ed0\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Discover <\/span><b>volunteer projects or other extracurricular programmes<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> offered by your university. They can help you develop different skills, gain experience in your field, expand your network of contacts and add valuable experience to your CV from the very first year.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-3b69876e741abb8a8 fusion-toggle-has-divider\" style=\"--awb-title-color:#d6061e;--awb-content-color:#000000;\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_3b69876e741abb8a8\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"3b69876e741abb8a8\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-13920-1\" data-target=\"#3b69876e741abb8a8\" href=\"#3b69876e741abb8a8\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">5.Learn how to manage your financial resources<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"3b69876e741abb8a8\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_3b69876e741abb8a8\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Universities offer different<\/span><b> grants, aid and financing options<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that can help you live your university life with greater peace of mind in terms of finances, which will benefit your ability to focus on your studies. Having a monthly budget and different ways to save will help you avoid potential financial issues during your university experience.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-2 fusion_builder_column_1_2 1_2 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-center\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:50%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:0px;--awb-width-medium:50%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:0px;--awb-spacing-left-medium:0px;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:0px;--awb-spacing-left-small:0px;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-image-element \" style=\"text-align:center;--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-2 hover-type-none\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" alt=\"vida universitaria unihabit\" title=\"vida universitaria unihabit\" src=\"https:\/\/www.unihabit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/vida-universitaria-unihabit.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-13942\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.unihabit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/vida-universitaria-unihabit-200x133.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.unihabit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/vida-universitaria-unihabit-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.unihabit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/vida-universitaria-unihabit-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.unihabit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/vida-universitaria-unihabit-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.unihabit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/vida-universitaria-unihabit.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-3 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:0px;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:0px;--awb-spacing-left-medium:0px;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:0px;--awb-spacing-left-small:0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-5 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\"><strong>Frequently asked questions Unihabit<\/strong><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-6 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three\"><h3 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\"><strong>How to book?<\/strong><\/h3><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-8\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:justify;\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To book your accommodation, you simply need to access the \u201c<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.unihabit.com\/en\/students-accommodation\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Book accommodation<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201d option on our website and complete the form with the required fields. The booking will be completed with a payment of \u20ac200, which will be deposited as part of the security deposit and formalised during the signing of the contract.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>It\u2019s important to note that<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> if the place has been confirmed by Unihabit, this \u20ac200 is <\/span><b>non-refundable<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> under any circumstances. However, if the place cannot be confirmed by Unihabit, the <\/span><b>full amount will be refunded.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-7 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three\"><h3 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\"><strong>How do I know if I have been admitted?<\/strong><\/h3><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-9\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:justify;\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unihabit will send you a confirmation email with your assigned place, the type of accommodation and the duration of the contract.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-8 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three\"><h3 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\"><strong>Do I have to pay a deposit?<\/strong><\/h3><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-10\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:justify;\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, the deposit is equivalent to 2 months\u2019 rent, discounting the \u20ac200 you have already paid as a booking fee. This deposit must be paid before occupying the place via bank transfer to the residence hall\u2019s account.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once the transfer is completed, you will receive an email with all the information.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once the contract has ended, the deposit will be fully refunded the month after the contract end date, deducting any possible damages, the settlement of water, electricity and gas consumption, and the exit cleaning. (If you leave the accommodation clean, nothing will be deducted for this reason.)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-image-element \" style=\"text-align:center;--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-3 hover-type-none\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\" alt=\"how-to-adapt-to-university-barcelona\" title=\"how-to-adapt-to-university-barcelona\" src=\"https:\/\/www.unihabit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/vida-universitaria-unihabit-barcelona.png\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-18050\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.unihabit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/vida-universitaria-unihabit-barcelona-200x100.png 200w, https:\/\/www.unihabit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/vida-universitaria-unihabit-barcelona-400x200.png 400w, https:\/\/www.unihabit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/vida-universitaria-unihabit-barcelona-600x300.png 600w, https:\/\/www.unihabit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/vida-universitaria-unihabit-barcelona-800x400.png 800w, https:\/\/www.unihabit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/vida-universitaria-unihabit-barcelona.png 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-9 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three\"><h3 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\"><b>Is it possible to choose between the\u00a0 room or flat?<\/b><\/h3><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-11\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:justify;\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The allocation of rooms is the responsibility of Unihabit. However, we take into account the requests of each student. Room or flat changes can be made if there is availability and Unihabit considers it appropriate.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-10 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three\"><h3 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\"><b>Can I book a room if my university does not have an agreement with Unihabit?<\/b><\/h3><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-12\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:justify;\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, you can book a room, but please note that students from partner universities have preference.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-11 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three\"><h3 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\"><strong>Does the residence have a fixed timetable?<\/strong><\/h3><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-13\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:justify;\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Students are free to enter and leave the residences at their own time. Each student has keys or access cards to his or her flat or room and to the shared common areas. However, you must take into account that after 22:00 hours it is compulsory to be quiet.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-4 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:0px;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:0px;--awb-spacing-left-medium:0px;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:0px;--awb-spacing-left-small:0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-12 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\"><b>Living your university life at Unihabit<\/b><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-14\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:justify;\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adapting to university is not just about organising yourself or developing new routines. The environment where you live, the people who accompany you and the spaces where you spend your daily life also play a big role. For this reason, for many students, living in a university residence becomes an easier and more natural way to integrate into this new stage.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.unihabit.com\/en\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unihabit<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you will find a calm, safe environment designed for students looking for a balance between studying, social life and wellbeing. The small communities, shared spaces and beginning-of-year activities make it easier to connect with others from day one and feel supported throughout the academic year.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-13 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three\"><h3 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\"><b>Real experiences from students<\/b><\/h3><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-15\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:justify;\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nothing explains what it\u2019s like to adapt to university life better than the experiences of those who have already lived it.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Some Unihabit residents share their experience:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cThe Sant Cugat area is absolutely wonderful. There is a lot of space and it\u2019s very peaceful.\u201d \u2014 <strong>Arshdeep Singh<\/strong><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u201cI\u2019ve always lived at my parents\u2019 home and now living alone is giving me greater maturity. It\u2019s like training for real life.\u201d \u2014 <strong>David Aguilar<\/strong><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u201cI chose Unihabit because of the room space, the facilities and the independence that having my own kitchen gives me.\u201d \u2014 <strong>Paula Garc\u00eda<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These experiences reflect how the right environment can help you grow personally and enjoy your university life even more.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-5 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:0px;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:0px;--awb-spacing-left-medium:0px;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:0px;--awb-spacing-left-small:0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-14 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\"><b>Are you looking for accommodation for your new university stage?<\/b><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-16\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:justify;\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are about to start university and are looking for a place where you can feel comfortable, meet other students and live your daily life with peace of mind, our residences can be a great option for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.unihabit.com\/en\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unihabit<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we have university residences in:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.unihabit.com\/en\/universitary-residences-barcelona\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Universitary Residence Barcelona Ciutat Vella<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.unihabit.com\/en\/university-residence-barcelona-gracia\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">University Residence Barcelona Gracia<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.unihabit.com\/en\/university-residence-sant-cugat\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">University Residence Sant Cugat<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.unihabit.com\/en\/university-residence-girona\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">University Residence Girona<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.unihabit.com\/en\/manresa-residence-hall\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Manresa Residence Hall<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-17\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:justify;\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can check availability, accommodation types and services on our website.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your university life starts here: a space where you can study, grow, share and build this new stage with safety and support.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><div ><a class=\"fusion-button button-flat fusion-button-default-size button-default fusion-button-default button-1 fusion-button-default-span 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