Student Accommodation
Leicester One is a 56-room luxury student accommodation in the city centre, 10 minutes on foot from De Montfort campus. Every room is en-suite, the building has a cinema room and communal spaces, and you can see your room on a live video tour before you arrive.
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If you are studying at the De Montfort University and you want accommodation that feels like a proper home rather than a hall of residence, Leicester One was built for you.
DE MONTFORT UNIVERSITY
On Foot
The walk to the De Montfort University is a scenic 10-minute journey primarily via Newarke Houses Museum, offering a pedestrian-friendly route away from main road traffic.
By Bus
Several routes connect the city centre directly to the university campus in approximately 10 minutes and regular bus services run from nearby Granby Street and Belvoir Street..
By Bike
Cycling to campus takes roughly 5 minutes. Leicester offers dedicated cycle lanes, and the university provides ample secure bike storage for students wishing to commute on two wheels.
Note: Leicester train station is just a four-minute walk away, making travel home during university breaks effortless.
Getting to Campus
10-Minute Campus Walk
The location means you are close to campus without being isolated from the rest of the city. If you don't fancy a walk, there are plenty of bus routes and cycles to get you to campus.
Why Student Choose Leicester One
De Montfort UNIVERSITY BENEFITS
Cultural Hub
You will be living alongside students from both the De Montfort University and University of Leicester, as well as international students from all over the world
Perfect Location
Everything is nearby: the train station, the restaurants, the nightlife, the supermarkets. You get the convenience of being near university without being isolated in a residential area.
About the De Montfort University
De Montfort University (DMU) is based in Leicester city centre, with a campus that has undergone significant investment in recent years. The university has approximately 27,000 students, with a particularly strong international student community.
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DMU is well known for its courses in art and design, business, computing, and health sciences. The campus includes modern teaching facilities, a large library, and an active Students' Union.
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For international students, DMU offers a dedicated welcome programme, airport pick-up services, visa support, and English language provision. The university also runs a global community programme connecting international students with each other and with the wider Leicester community.