Local and commuting students

If you’re going to live at home and commute to university, it shouldn't mean missing out on student life. Many of our students live in the local area surrounding Keele, and the campus is accessible for commuting students, with regular bus services to Newcastle-under-Lyme, Stoke-on-Trent, and Crewe. For those who prefer to cycle, dedicated cycle paths lead to campus, and there are plenty of on-campus bike storage facilities.

Since our foundation in 1949, we’ve been deeply rooted in our region, and we’re committed to supporting applicants who want to study locally. 

Keele region map showing the counties close to Keele University, Staffordshire, Cheshire, Shropshire, Derbyshire
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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:

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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Stuents near SU

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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Gold award 2023 in the Teaching Excellence Framework