Waste and recycling
The University works hard to ensure that waste is managed effectively to ensure that you are able to live in clean and comfortable accommodation, while promoting responsible recycling and sustainability.
When waste is collected
Waste is removed from kitchens daily, Monday to Friday.
What is collected
There are three types of rubbish collected. These should be kept separate using the facilities provided within your kitchen:
- General waste and dry mixed recycling
- Food waste
- Glass.
Where possible please make sure all recycling and glass is rinsed to remove debris before being placed into the bins. All general waste and recycling can be placed into the same bin as this is collected by our waste contractor and segregated at their waste and recycling centre.
What you are responsible for
You are responsible for the following waste management:
- Your own bedroom and en-suite bathroom
- Waste that is collected during the weekend
- Waste that is collected during the Christmas, Easter and Bank Holiday University closures.
Excess rubbish and waste from your bedroom should be deposited into the large metal bins (Eurobins) in the bin areas located across campus within residential areas (court receptions can provide details of where these can be found)
If you live in a self-contained flat, studio or family flat, you are responsible for removing your refuse and taking it to one of the waste disposal areas at all time.