We’re changing our number!

24th October, 2011

Need to get in touch? iQ Student Accommodation has a new number... ...Read more

BBC films at iQ

30th September, 2011

Take a look at what happened when a BBC 1 film crew visited iQ Hoxton last week …Read More

iQ Student Accommodation wins top award!

4th July, 2011

We are pleased as punch to announce that iQ Student Accommodation has recently been awarded the prestigious “International Accommodation Quality Mark”. iQ is one of only five in 2011 to have acheived the necessary standards measuring the quality of service we provide to the 1000 International Students who are currently living with us. Our chief, Ian Scott shared these proud words “We pride ourselves...Read more

St Patricks Day in Birmingham

17th March, 2011

Now we may not be in Dublin, and we might not even be in Ireland, but that doesn’t mean we can’t have fun on St Patrick’s Day in Birmingham!!!!Originally launched by the city’s large Irish community, Birmingham’s St Patrick’s Parade has a long history. This year’s St Patrick’s Festival was bigger and better than ever before. With over 80,000 visitors every March, celebrating the Irish...Read more

Watch your Energy in February...

1st February, 2011

The competition is on at our student accommodation in Preston. The flat which has used the least amount of energy this month will win £40 of Dominos Vouchers. Check out our tips below to help keep that energy usage down and win you that delicious Pizza … Bedroom / Bathroom:1. Close curtains at dusk to prevent heat escaping through the windows.2. Try not to leave the tap running whilst brushing...Read more

Private Lettings vs iQ

17th January, 2011

It's that time of year when the majority of students start considering where they are going to live next year. One of the main debates is whether to rent a flat / house or book at professionally managed student accommodation like iQ. Many students have a misconception that you only should book in Halls of Residence for your first year at University then move into private lettings for the remaining...Read more

Staying Warm in the Cold

2nd December, 2010

1 - Dress in layers. For your first layer, wear a fabric that will wick away sweat from your body. Popular fabrics include polypropylene and silk. For your second layer, wear something that will be light weight and warm. Popular fabrics include wool and fleece. For the third layer, wear a jacket and snow pants. Your outerwear should be waterproof and windproof for maximum protection from the cold....Read more

Student Recipe: Chicken and Bacon Tagliatelle Pasta

11th November, 2010

Ingredients Chicken fillets (1 per person)Bacon (2 slices per person)MushroomsCourgette (optional)Clove of garlicTagliatelle pastaSingle cream Method 1) Chop up clove of garlic and fry in oil in a saucepan.2) Add chopped chicken and bacon to the saucepan.3) When chicken is nearly finished cooking, add sliced muchrooms and courgettes.4) Put pasta on to boil (usually takes 5 mins).5) Add single cream...Read more