Best of the best 2026

Your university halls will be your home for at least a year, and living somewhere you don't like can really be disappointing. However, living somewhere that you love can greatly improve the whole uni experience. Here are the Whatuni Student Choice Awards (WUSCAs) top picks for unis with wonderful halls...
A commonly mentioned aspect of the University of Chester is its welcoming campus, which is small enough to feel comfortable, yet large enough to give a proper university feel. Many facilities are widely praised, including the newly renovated library, and accommodation which is very close to both campus and city centre. Small class sizes across the university give a personal feel to tuition, and reviewers highlight the high level of support from course tutors, library staff and careers team.
Wrexham scores a lot of points with reviewers for the strong community atmosphere on campus. The university's lecturers, tutors, and learning support teams also get a lot of praise, especially regarding their swift and clear communication which, when combined with excellent teaching resources and facilities like their modern classrooms and library, results in high satisfaction levels. Reviewers commonly mention that they feel respected by their teaching staff.
Students at the University of Wolverhampton enjoyed the friendly and helpful lecturers, the diverse and supportive environment, and the wide range of facilities available on campus. The university's central location and the sense of community were also mentioned in reviews as being some of the best parts about studying at the University of Wolverhampton.
Sheffield Hallam University's students are impressed with its snazzy facilities and great first year accommodation. The campus is well-staffed and offers plenty of opportunities for students to socialise. Many reviewers were also particularly impressed with the Students' Union at the uni for being so welcoming and friendly.
The university's newly upgraded students' union gets a lot of praise from reviewers, who speak about the busy programme of events and activities, as well as having a superb range of student services all under one roof. Student life is obviously a key feature of Queen's, and there are plenty of great clubs and societies for students to get involved with.
Many students have praised the University of Worcester for its friendly environment, accessible location and beautiful surroundings. Facilities here are modern and well-equipped, and the uni offers a variety of courses and extracurricular activities. The uni has strong commitments to student welfare, teaching excellence and community engagement.
The University of Huddersfield offers up a supportive and friendly environment with approachable and knowledgeable academic staff, according to its student reviewers. The university's modern facilities, including well-equipped libraries and cutting-edge laboratories, add to its great learning environment. The uni was also praised for its commitment to student well-being through excellent support services.
Canterbury Christ Church University offers a variety of academic programs in a scenic and historic city. The uni boasts state-of-the-art facilities and supportive staff, and many courses include practical and interactive learning as well as placement opportunities. It's also known for its nurturing environment for students, with an excellent wellbeing service and Students' Union.
De Montfort University (DMU) is popular for its academic quality, student support and career development. DMU is known for diverse and innovative courses led by expert lecturers, and is home to modern and well-maintained facilities. Courses here come with an important global perspective as well as many practical learning opportunities to support students in their future careers.

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