Not sure if you have everything you need to start university? Well, you've come to the right place! Check out our extensive checklist below for everything that you will need, as well as some things I wish I had thought of too.
Essential Documents
You might need to provide identification or need to provide your personal information. Having this on hand will save you invaluable amounts of time in the future, I promise.
Passport and/or Driving Licence
Admission Acceptance Letter
Accommodation Contract
Student Finance Documents
Scholarship and/or Bursary Documents
Insurance Documents
Medical Records / Notes
Bank Details
Visa Documents (for International Students)
Some spare cash, in pounds, could come in helpful too but is really not necessary.
Electricals
Electricals are essential to effectively access study materials and complete assignments. While some of these will be available in your accommodation or university, it is best to have your own.
Mobile Phone
Laptop
Printer (check if this is available in your university library or accommodation)
Extension Lead
Headphones and/or Speaker
Streaming Device (Chromecast, Apple TV, Amazon Fire etc.)
Chargers
Batteries
Ethernet Cable
Food and Consumables
Depending on where you will be studying, local food shopping can be quite expensive. You might want to bring some tinned and non-perishable items with you to get you started.
Salt and Pepper
Herbs and Spices
Oil
Pasta
Rice
Canned Goods (Soup, Tomatoes, Tuna etc.)
Flour
Sugar
Tea and Coffee
Baked Beans
Condiments (Sauces etc.)
It might be worth getting your first shop delivered to your accommodation. It will save you time making multiple shopping trips and allow you to unpack everything else.
Kitchenware
Most accommodation doesn't provide cooking equipment and since you probably don't know who you'll be sharing your kitchen with, you'll have to get your own.
Cutlery Set (Knives, Forks and Spoons)
Plates
Bowls
Mugs / Cups
Glasses
Knives (Paring, General Purpose and Serrated)
Scissors
Plastic Tupperware / Storage Container
Bottle and Can Opener
Peeler
Chopping Board
Ladle
Spatula
Frying Pans
Saucepans
Colander
Measuring Cup / Jug
Grater
Whisk
Baking Tray
Oven Gloves
Tea Towel / Drying Towel
Sponge and/or Cloth
Washing Up Liquid
Bin Bags
Foil and/or Cling Film
Kitchen Roll
Wooden Spoon
Blender
Try not to go too overboard with this. You likely won't need multiples of everything like you usually would have at home. Keep it to the basics to save on your packing.
Bedroom
Basic furniture is normally supplied by the accommodation provider, but be sure to check what is included before you buy anything.
Duvet
Pillow(s)
Bedding Covers (Duvet, Pillow and Bed Sheets)
Mattress Protector
Laundry Basket / Bags
Mirror
Clock
Clothes Airer
Storage Containers
Blanket
Plastic vacuum storage bags can be great for compressing linen and bedding so you have more space for other things. Check local shops for everything else here.
Bathroom
Weather you're sharing a bathroom or have one all to yourself, you will need these essentials in your accommodation.
Linen (Towels and Flannels)
Soap
Toothbrush and Toothpaste
Shampoo
Conditioner
Shower Gel
Slip-on Shoes (for Communal Bathrooms)
Toilet Roll
Hairbrush / Comb
Hair Dryer and/or Straightener
Cosmetics (Skincare, Makeup etc.)
Nail Cutters
Tweezers
Razors and Shaving Cream
Sanitary Products
Contraception
Clothing
The dichotomy of how many clothes to bring with you. Pack clothes that could be worn on a variety of events so that regardless of whether you are on a night out or applying for a job, you will have clothes for the occasion. Remember that many clothing brands offer student discounts.
T-shirts
Dress Shirts
Sweatshirts / Hoodies
Jumpers
Dresses / Skirts
Jeans
Trousers
Tights
Coat
Underwear and Socks
Pyjamas / Night-time Clothes
Hats and Gloves
Trainers
Dressing Gown and Slippers
Dress Shoes or Heels
Suit or Formal Clothes (Blazer, Shirt and Tie)
Watch
Bags (Backpack, Handbag etc.)
Gym and Swimming Kit
Study Materials and Stationary
Stationary will be essential at university - after all, you're here to study!
Pens
Pencils
Pencil Case
Ruler
Scissors
Stapler
Hole Punch
Highlighter
Notepad
Diary / Planner
Folder
Paper
Post-it Notes / Jotting Paper
Calculator
Textbooks
Blu Tack
Other Products
First Aid Kit
Plasters
Paracetamol
Medication
Antibacterial Wipes
Umbrella
Water Bottle
Lighter
Hot Water Bottle
Bike
Iron and Ironing Board
Playing Cards and/or Games
Alcohol
Screwdriver Set
Sewing Kit
Make sure to read your accommodation's list of prohibited items before you buy - it could save you wasting some money.
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