Local and commuting students
If you live in the local area and plan to commute to Keele you’ll still enjoy every part of the university experience. We have dedicated commuter spaces, a welcoming community, and countless ways to get involved in sports, societies and student life. With 600 acres of beautiful campus space, plenty of parking, on-campus bike storage and good transport links including regular bus services to Newcastle-under-Lyme, Stoke-on-Trent, Crewe and the railway station, everything you need is within easy reach. Join a vibrant community, make new friends, and make the most of your time at Keele.
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You’ll find a dedicated space for local and commuting students in Keele's Tawney Building, a great spot to chill or catch up on uni work.
Across campus, there are also plenty of social spaces, cafés, quiet areas, and the library to make the most of your day, whether you are between lectures or just hanging out with friends.
Support for local and commuting students
We have dedicated activities and support for students who will be living in the local area, to help you settle into life at Keele.
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Welcome Buddies
Welcome Buddies offer a peer-to-peer buddying scheme to support new undergraduate students as you transition to university.
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Alternative offers for local applicants
Our ‘Alternative Offers’ includes a scheme for students who are studying at a School or College in the Keele Region. Typically, this means you’ll get a reduced grade offer – take a look at our Alternative Offers webpage:
