Deans Court postgraduate accommodation
Deans Court dates to the 15th century. It is across from the cathedral ruins, in an area in the centre of town steeped in history.
It is only a five-minute walk from the Library, and several Arts buildings.
The Deans Court complex consists of 61 rooms. The main building accommodates 21 students, with the remaining 40 rooms located in seven other buildings.
Deans Court is available only to postgraduate students.
Summer 2025 external refurbishment at 3 to 5 South Street
Rooms will be offered on a 38-week contact (7 September 2024 to 31 May 2025). You will be able to apply for summer accommodation elsewhere if necessary. Details will be provided nearer the time.
Cost for 2025-2026
Standard catered, 38 weeks
To be confirmed
Standard catered, 50 weeks
Options from £10,810 to £18,505, including £3,913 catering cost
Catered en suite studio, 50 weeks
To be confirmed
See the standard catered section of the postgraduate accommodation fees page for a full list of Deans Court rooms and their price bands.
Included in residence fees:
- utilities (gas and electricity)
- internet access (through your own PC)
- contents insurance from cover4insurance.com (terms and conditions apply)
- hall committee subscriptions
Fees vary depending on whether you are staying in catered or self-catered accommodation, whether your room is standard or en suite, and whether you are sharing or not. Check the costs during your application. If you are here for less than an academic year, email accommodation@st-andrews.ac.uk for details of fees.
Hall information
All bedrooms in Deans Court are for one person and all are catered.
Most share shower rooms and toilets.
Bedrooms are graded by band according to the facilities they offer and rents are reflected in the band. Check the application form for details.
Accessibility
View the Deans Court AccessAble guide for information about physical access to this building.
Location
Deans Court is near the historic ruins of the castle and cathedral, in the centre of town.
It is close to the University Library and several Arts buildings.
What is Deans Court like?
Deans Court benefits from a good sense of community with a committee who run events throughout the year.
Residents have access to a large garden where barbecues are held during the warmer months.
Bedroom
Bedding is not included. You can bring your own duvet, blankets and pillow cases, or order bedding before arriving in St Andrews. Find out more on the bedding information page.
Standard bedrooms
All standard bedrooms have:
- desk, chair and desk lighting
- mattress and mattress protector
- bookcase, wardrobe and drawer unit
- general waste and recycling bins.
Standard bedroom locations
- Single rooms: 19 in the main building and 31 in annexes
- Single rooms in two-bedroom apartments: two in the main building (Garden Flat) and six in annexes (5, 7 and 9 North Street)
- Single en suite rooms: three in annexes (two with shower and sink only, and one with shower, sink and toilet)
Studio bedrooms
Studios are ideal for couples and individuals who want more privacy. Studios are self-contained and include a furnished bedroom, a kitchen recess, and an en suite shower and toilet.
The Deans Court studio is in the main building and has:
- a desk, chair and desk lighting
- shelves, wardrobe and drawer unit
- mattress and mattress protector
- fridge and freezer, electric oven and induction hob
- kettle, pots and pans, basin, cutlery tray and sink tidy
- steam iron and ironing board
- dustpan and brush, broom, mop and bucket, and vacuum cleaner
- general waste and recycling bins
Facilities
Deans Court has a main building and a number of annexes. The main building has a kitchen, common room, library, laundry, and a large outdoor space for all residents to use. Meals are served in the main building.
Kitchen
You have access to a shared kitchen. Information about the kitchen items you may bring with you can be found on the what to pack webpage.
Food
Residents receive 15 meals per week, with breakfast, lunch and dinner served Monday to Friday. Meals are not provided during intersemester break.
Common room
The common room has a piano, television, comfortable seating, and a dining table and chairs.
Library
The library is off the common room. There is also a small computer room.
Laundry
The laundry room contains two washers and two dryers which are operated with an app.
Outdoor
Large garden with barbecues.
Parking
Residents have free parking on North Street and South Street.
Most students choose to cycle or walk in St Andrews as University buildings and other places in town are not too far away from each other. Learn more about how to travel to and around St Andrews.
To park a car in a University car park, you must have a student parking permit.
Internet and television
You may need a TV Licence. See the use devices and wifi in student accommodation webpage for more information on this and other equipment.
Cleaning
You are expected to keep your residence clean and tidy. University staff may carry out regular inspections. Check the cleaning your student accommodation guide for more information.
Deans Court annexes
3 North Street
- six single bedrooms
- large dining kitchen
- single toilet plus shower room with toilet
- one partial en suite room (shower and sink)
- large communal garden with clothes line
11 North Street
- eight single bedrooms
- kitchen
- single toilet
- two shower rooms with toilets
- large communal garden with clothes line
3 to 5 South Street
- 18 single bedrooms
- two kitchens
- single toilet
- five shower rooms with toilets
- one full en suite single room
- one partial en suite single room
- edible garden behind the building and a large walled garden to the west of Deans Court grounds
North Street, garden apartment and studio apartment
- four self-contained apartments with two single-occupancy bedrooms in each apartment
- No 5 – kitchen, two bedrooms and shower room
- No 7 – kitchen, sitting room area, two bedrooms and shower room
- No 9 – open-plan kitchen and sitting room area, two bedrooms and shower room
- garden apartment – kitchen, two bedrooms and shower room
- studio apartment – kitchen, open-plan bedroom and sitting room area, and shower room
Support
Each Residence has a team of staff who manage reception, porter and housekeeping teams and work closely with Catering, Halls Life and wardens and the Student Committee to ensure the hall operates smoothly and to help you enjoy your time in student accommodation.
From 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, these staff can answer questions about your accommodation and help you get help from other parts of the University.
During your studies at the University of St Andrews there may be times when you need some help and advice. The University provides a wide range of support services to help you achieve academic success and personal fulfillment.
Contact Deans Court
- Phone
- +44 (0)1334 46 7147
- st-salvators@st-andrews.ac.uk
- Address
- Deans Court
University of St Andrews
North Street
St Andrews
Fife
KY16 9QT
