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Thurso Street

1-3 Thurso Street, G11 6PE

Thurso Street, a premier student accommodation in Glasgow, offers a great living experience at an attractive rate.  Situated in a prime location just a ten-minute drive from the University of Glasgow, this residence specialises in studio apartments, ensuites, and private apartments. The student accommodation is also home to folks from the University of Strathclyde, Glasgow Caledonian University, and Glasgow International College, as these institutions are just minutes away by car or public transportation. Each room has a variety of amenities that will help you stay comfortably and enjoy your time here.  

Features:

Your student accommodation goes beyond just a place to live – it's your space where you prepare for your academics while having unique experiences. Here's a breakdown of the features designed to make your life comfortable, convenient, and connected:

In-Apartment Features:

  • Fully furnished apartments
  • Modern appliances like electric stoves and microwaves
  • Climate control with adjustable heating and air conditioning
  • Unbeatable connectivity with high-speed Wi-Fi
  • Cleaning is made easy with access to essential cleaning equipment

 

Supportive Community Environment:

  • 24/7 dedicated support
  • The residence caters to students with special abilities through designated access points
  • Grab a convenient snack or drink from on-site vending machines
  • Secure parking space 
  • Feel safe with CCTV surveillance throughout the property

 

Social and Academic Balance:

  • Communal lounges and study areas
  • On-site laundry facilities
  • On-site bike storage
  • Participate in social events organised by the residents.

 

Location:

The student accommodation in Glasgow is located right over the River Kelvin alongside Kelvin Park. Students can enjoy the green space during their free time. Those who prefer something more vibrant can explore the various cafes and restaurants alongside Dumbarton and Crow Road. Students can take their palette for a ride at the Eighty Eight restaurant on Dumbarton Road or the Number 16 restaurant on Byres Road. For those who prefer exploring on foot, historical landmarks like De Courcy's Arcade are just a 12-minute stroll away. Essential destinations like Klaas Wynne and the Joseph Black Building are conveniently located within an 8-minute walk.

Commute:

Stepping outside your door at Thurso Street, Glasgow Student Accommodation puts you within easy reach of everything you need. A 10-minute walk connects you to both Partick and Hillhead Underground stations, offering convenient access to various parts of the city.  Bus Stations (Stance 3 and 6) are also just a 10-11 minute walk away, providing additional public transportation options. This prime location ensures you can easily explore the city and attend classes efficiently. 

Room Type:

Thurso Street, Glasgow Student Accommodation offers two distinct room types for different student preferences. The first type is the Ensuite Classic - Private Room. This option provides students with a private room and includes an en-suite bathroom, ensuring maximum privacy and convenience. The second type is the Two Bed Flat, a Classic - Private Room. This is a shared flat option where you'll have your private room within a flat shared with another person.  There are more options to explore which you can find in the room types section.

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Distance from City Centre

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Room Types
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Room Options

Room Image
Ensuite Classic
Private Room (16.0 Sqm.) • Private Bath
study-deskStudy desk and chair
underbed-storageUnderbed Storage
wardrobeWardrobe
windowWindows / Curtains
Stay 11 weekMove in 2025-06-13Advance Rent £1Rent £235 / week
Stay 25 weekMove in 2025-03-01Advance Rent £1Rent £188 / week
Stay 51 weekMove in 2025-09-06Advance Rent £1Rent £235 / week
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En-Suite, Premium Range 1
Private Room • Private Bath
study-deskStudy desk and chair
underbed-storageUnderbed Storage
wardrobeWardrobe
windowWindows / Curtains
Stay 11 weekMove in 2025-06-13Advance Rent £1Rent £245 / week
Stay 51 weekMove in 2025-09-06Advance Rent £1Rent £245 / week
Stay 4 weekMove in 2024-12-27Advance Rent £1Rent £196 / week
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Facilities in Thurso Street

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Community

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Explore Beyond Thurso Street

Partick

10 mins walk
Hillhead Underground

10 mins walk
Bus Station (Stance 6)

10 mins walk
Bus Station (stance 3)

11 mins walk
DE COURCY'S ARCADE

12 mins walk
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Nearby Locations

  • Bar: The Ben Nevis, The Pot Still, The Ben Nevis, The Pot Still
  • Entertainment: Glasgow Film Theatre, The SSE Hydro, Glasgow Film Theatre, The SSE Hydro
  • Restaurant: Ox and Finch, The Gannet, The Gannet, Ox and Finch
  • Shopping Centre: Buchanan Galleries, Princes Square, Buchanan Galleries, Princes Square
  • Supermarket: Sainsbury's, Sainsbury's, Tesco, Tesco

Location

location1-3 Thurso Street, G11 6PE
4.2

5 Reviews for Thurso Street

Neighbourhood
4.2
Maintenance
4.0
Amenities
3.4
Security
3.8
Value of Services
4.2
5
Maintenance

amit

Dec 9, 2020

Very nice and confortable accomodation. Perfect floors.

5
Value of Service

Sally Owusu

Dec 9, 2020

Friendly staff and great kitchen area with shared flats. The rooms are reasonable but smaller than what you may expect with the price.

Payments

Booking Fee: £250 to confirm your booking (Adjustable in your rent).
Instalment Plan: 2 or 4 installments, or make a full payment.
Guarantor: International Guarantor required.
Mode of Payment: Debit/credit card, Bank transfer.

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House Policies

International Cancellation Policy AY 24/25:

These additional cancellation provisions apply for any individual making a booking outside of the United Kingdom.

1. Cooling Off Period – the provisions for the Cooling Off Period set out in the main Cancellation Policy shall apply;

2. After the Cooling Off Period - Once the Cooling Off Period has expired the Tenant remains liable for the rent for the whole length of the tenancy unless they want to cancel with one of these 3 conditions:

  • No Place No Pay: the provisions for No Place No Pay set out in the main Cancellation Policy shall apply, save that this option shall not be available after the 31st August in the year the Tenancy Start Date is due to occur.
  • No Visa No Pay:if the student doesn’t get their visa to come and study in the UK, the student must send us the visa application rejection letter within 7 days of receiving it. On receipt of the required documentation, it will be verified and, provided we are satisfied, we will cancel your Tenancy Agreement and refund any deposit or advance rent paid in full. This option shall not be available after the 31st August in the year the Tenancy Start Date is due to occur.

No ATAS certificate, No Pay: Some international students coming to the UK to study in very specific fields need to apply for an ATAS certificate. (Academic Technology Approval Scheme). If a student’s ATAS certificate application is rejected the student must send us the ATAS certificate application rejection letter within 7 days of receiving it. On receipt of the required documentation, it will be verified and, provided we are satisfied, we will cancel your Tenancy Agreement and refund any deposit or advance rent paid in full. This option shall not be available after the 31st August in the year the Tenancy Start Date is due to occur.

The cancellation requests along with the proof documents must be sent by the student, from the email address they have registered their account with Unite Students and must be sent to internationalcancellations@unitestudents.com.

If an agent is involved the evidence must be sent to the agent and then forwarded on to internationalcancellations@unitestudents.com.

3. Replacement Tenants - the provisions for the Cooling Off Period set out in the main Cancellation Policy shall apply. Please note the point that Unite Students is under no obligation to enter into a Tenancy Agreement with any replacement Tenant that is suggested under this provision.

Passed the 31st August, the No Place No Pay and No Visa No Pay do not apply.

The student remains liable for the rent unless they find a replacement Tenant.

 

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Thurso Street FAQs

The Platform Fee is a one-time charge that prioritizes your booking and grants access to exclusive pre and post-landing services, potentially saving up to £1,500. This fee is refundable if UniAcco cannot secure the room category and property you select.
You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of payment, after which platform fees will not be refunded (To be added on Cancellation Policy also)
Fee is non-refundable in case the student decides to swap their accommodation from a non-commissionable property to a commissionable property. Platform Fee is refundable to the student if they decide to cancel their booking within the defined “UniAcco Cooling Off Period”. This period will be upto 48 hours from the months April-September and 5 days from the months October-March.
We will assist the student with the entire booking process. End-to-end handling of the cancellation process for the student. (Platform Fee won’t be refundable to the student in this scenario). Post Move-In Assistance to the student.

Certainly, if your current room is still vacant, we would be delighted to extend your stay. Kindly get in touch with us, we will be pleased to facilitate this arrangement for you.

Parking is available at some of our properties, and students can reserve spaces on a first-come-first-served basis. The parking fee varies depending on the property.
For details on parking availability at your accommodation, refer to your property welcome guide. Locate your welcome guide here.

If there's a credit on your account, it will no longer be displayed on your account statement. However, if you have an upcoming future instalment (within the next 10 days), any previously shown credit on your account has now been utilized to offset the upcoming instalment. This means that the rent will be deducted, with the amount being reduced by the credit on your account.