It has particular research strengths in Biomedical Sciences, History, Art and Design, Built Environment, Celtic Studies and Education. There has been a significant increase in the range of high quality accommodation available to students at the University following the development of high quality accommodation on and off campus over the last five years. Students at each of the University's four campuses stay in residential accommodation on campus. This consists of residential blocks, six bedroom houses and flats. The University also offers purpose built accommodation near to each campus.
All accommodation is self catering.