Powell Hall postgraduate accommodation
Offers self-catered en suite rooms to postgraduate and undergraduate students.
Rooms share kitchens and social spaces which provide an opportunity to meet fellow students and make new friends.
The residence is next to Agnes Blackadder Hall and shares facilities and events with its vibrant community.
If you are an undergraduate, find out more about undergraduate accommodation in Powell Hall.
Proposed development 2024-2025
There is a proposal to develop the site at the Andrew Melville end of Agnes Blackadder Hall, for a new hall of residence with 150 bedrooms. More details will be provided if the construction starts during the academic year 2024-2025.
Cost
Self-catered en suite, 50 weeks
£11,821
Included in residence fees:
- utilities (gas and electricity)
- internet access (via 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
Rooms are self-catered with en suites that include a shower and toilet. Each of the 205 single rooms have a small double bed (a small double duvet and flat sheet are recommended).
There are kitchens along the hall corridors which are shared between five students. These include a dining and lounge area.
Accessibility
Two of the rooms and their associated kitchens and lounges have been designed for wheelchair access.
View the AccessAble guide for information about physical access to this building.
Location
On the western edge of town, Powell Hall is near a number of science buildings. It is close to Saints Sport, the University sports centre, and the West Sands Beach. It is a 15-minute walk from the centre of town.
Many students choose to walk or use bikes to travel around campus and throughout the town. Find out more about travelling to and getting around St Andrews.
What is Powell Hall like?
Powell Hall is next to Agnes Blackadder Hall and the residents of each hall share facilities, social spaces, and games rooms.
The Agnes Blackadder Committee and wardennial team organise events for both buildings.
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
Bedrooms have a small double bed (approximately 4 feet wide) and the following furniture:
- desk, chair and desk lighting
- mattress and mattress protector
- bookcase, wardrobe and drawer unit
- general waste and recycling bins.
Facilities
Powell Hall offers various facilities for students to use for studying or socialising.
Kitchen
Each hall kitchen is shared between five students. Kitchens are equipped with the following:
- oven
- fridge and freezer
- electric cooker and induction hob
- kettle
- steam iron and ironing board
- clothes airer
- pots and pans
- basin, cutlery tray and sink tidy
- dustpan and brush, broom, mop and bucket, and vacuum cleaner
- general waste and recycling bins.
Information about the kitchen items you can bring with you can be found on the what to pack page.
Laundry
Card-operated washers and dryers are available.
Main social space
The residence has a large open space on the ground floor which is fitted with an assortment of tables, chairs and sofas for relaxing, socialising, holding events and informal studying.
Private dining room
Residents are able to book this room – fitted with a kitchen, tables and chairs – for their own special events, like a birthday party or simply a special meal with friends.
Study spaces
As well as informal study areas on the ground floor, dedicated study rooms are available on each floor. These are equipped with wired internet access and an assortment of whiteboards and TV screens to assist students with their presentation work.
Games room
The games room offers comfortable seating and games for students to enjoy.
Cinema room
The cinema room is an informal room with a large TV screen and comfortable seating.
Music room
The music room is a sound-insulated room for residents to practice their own musical instruments individually or with a small group.
Parking
Student parking is available at this building.
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 building, you must get a student car parking permit.
Internet and television
You may need a TV Licence. See Use devices and wifi in student accommodation 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.
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.
All University halls of residence also have their own Halls Life and wardennial team who live within the hall and are trained to support students with advice on anything from academic matters through to first aid. New students will meet their warden and team of assistant wardens during their moving-in weekend.
Contact Powell Hall
- Phone
- +44 (0)1334 46 7000
- agnes.blackadder@st-andrews.ac.uk
- Address
- Powell Hall
University of St Andrews
North Haugh
St Andrews
Fife
KY16 9XW