Fife Park undergraduate accommodation
Accommodation options for undergraduates include self-catered standard and self-catered en suite single rooms, in five-bedroom shared apartments in Fife Park.
This is one of the University’s largest and most diverse residences, welcoming undergraduate and postgraduate students from many countries. If you are a postgraduate, find out more about postgraduate accommodation in Fife Park.
Solar rooftop project
The University is installing rooftop solar panels on a range of buildings, including Fife Park. There will be scaffolding on the building during the three days of the installation but it is not expected to overlook bedrooms. There will also be a short power shutdown while the system is connected.
Once the full programme is confirmed we will update this information and confirm the exact dates for each building. Find out more about the Rooftop Solar project.
Costs for 2026-2027
Self-catered standard, 38 weeks
£6,709
Self-catered en suite, 38 weeks
£9,286
Included in residence fees:
- utilities (gas and electricity)
- internet access (through 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
Fife Park En Suite Rooms are part of five-bedroom shared apartments, over four levels and accessible by stairs. Each apartment has a furnished common room and shared kitchen. All rooms have a double bed and a wet room
Fife Park Standard Rooms are part of a five-bedroom shared apartment, over two or three levels and accessible by stairs. Each apartment has a furnished common room with an open-plan kitchen lounge and shared shower rooms
Accessibility
View the AccessAble guide for information about physical access to this building.
Location
Fife Park is near the Science buildings on the North Haugh. It's close to Saints Sport, the University's sports centre, a 20-minute walk from the town centre and the Students' Union, and a 25-minute walk to St Salvator's Quad and the Main Library.
There are regular bus routes to the town centre, and a night bus service for students every night between 10pm and 2am during term time. Many students choose to use bikes to travel around campus throughout the town. Find out more about travelling to and getting around St Andrews.
What is Fife Park like?
The hall committee and wardens host events including:
- ceilidhs
- film nights
- pub quizzes
- the largest student-run ball in St Andrews
Events take place in the Facilities building of David Russell Apartments (DRA).
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.
All bedrooms have:
- desk, chair and desk lighting
- mattress and mattress protector
- shelves, wardrobe and drawer unit
- general waste and recycling bins
Facilities
Fife Park residents can use the facilities in David Russell Apartments (DRA) for studying or socialising.
Food
You can buy meal cards when you arrive to use in The Bistro.
Students with catered accommodation get 14 meals each week:
- Monday to Friday: breakfast and dinner
- Saturday and Sunday: breakfast and lunch
View the current menus and allergen information.
Dragon’s Den (situated in the Facilities Building)
Dragon’s Den offers a place to meet friends, watch television, enjoy a game of pool, or simply relax. This area serves as the venue for many of the committee's events, including the weekly quiz. The bar in this area is used for student events as required.
Kitchen
The kitchen is shared and equipped with the following:
- television
- kettle
- fridge and freezer
- microwave
- oven and electric cooker
- pots and pans suitable for induction hobs
- steam iron and ironing board
- clothes airer
- basin, cutlery tray and sink tidy
- dustpan and brush, broom, mop and bucket, and vacuum cleaner
- general waste and recycling bins
Information about what kitchen items you may bring with you can be found on the what to pack webpage.
Laundry
Washers and dryers are available through the Washnet app.
Computer room (situated in the Facilities Building)
The computer room has 22 computers available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Entertainment rooms (situated in the Facilities Building)
The Nisbet Room is a private space that can be booked for different types of events. Event booking forms must be completed 14 days in advance.
The Cinema Room can be booked for up to four hours a day. This is bookable using the booking sheet on the door.
The music room is available for individuals or small groups. It includes a piano and a practice drum kit. This room can be booked for one hour a day by filling in the booking sheet on the reception desk.
Parking
There is limited parking available. To park a car in a University building, you must get a student car parking permit.
Most students choose to cycle or walk around St Andrews as University buildings and other places in town are not too far away from each other. There is secure bike storage on site. Learn more about how to travel to and around St Andrews.
Internet and television
Each shared apartment has a TV in the common room. To use these or your own devices, 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 will 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 Fife Park
- Phone
- +44 (0)1334 46 7100
- drareception@st-andrews.ac.uk
- Address
- Fife Park
University of St Andrews
Strathkinness High Road
St Andrews
Fife
KY16 9UE
Accommodation for Semester 1 only
If you are a student on an exchange programme or a short-term study abroad scheme, you can apply for accommodation for Semester 1 only. See all accommodation options and costs for Semester 1.