Of to University, what do I need?

Former Member

So, this is the first time I'm going to Uni and I'm aware many users on here have been, or are also planning to go, so I thought we'd make a list to see what kinda things we'd need to take to Uni if you're staying in halls.

I'll start off

- I.D (Passport)
- National Insurance Number

Aurora

Bedding

- Duvet
- Sheets
- Pillow cases
- Pillows
- Warm blanket
- Under blanket
- Bath towels and hand towels

(I used StudentRoom)

Former Member

Clothes/underwear. Whichever electronics/chargers. Stationary. Photos of family? Some cutlery. Bank card. Shampoo/conditioner/soap.

There will be shops around though so you won't need to take too much

Former Member

Cutlery & crockery
Change for the washing machines
Food for the first few days
Toilet roll
Any prescription medication you're taking

plugitin

kitchen stuff

get something to share like a cake or booze on the first day - it's a reason to meet and bond with people

a doorstop - to keep your door open so you can meet others more easily

Former Member

NHS card and number
some speakers
duvet and pillows (unless your hall provides these but i don't think many do)

Aurora

Stationary,

Really useful box's can be really useful. Not sure if I'll need to take a washing rack or something, or how else am I meant to dry my cloths?

- Iron!!

Stuff to keep you clean,

- Shampoo
- Hand wash for your bathroom
- Toothbrush, and brace stationary
- Toilet roll
- Kitchen Role
- Nail Clippers
- Pins (My hall provides one of those wall things you can stick notes on, in your bedroom)
- Paper clips, paper accessories


Technology stuff
- Phones
- Tablets
- Notebook/Laptop

+ Chargers, etc.

plugitin

WhispersOfTheHeart wrote: »

Really useful box's can be really useful. Not sure if I'll need to take a washing rack or something, or how else am I meant to dry my cloths?

In the first week of uni there was just a constant stream of people coming out of Argos having bought washing racks! There are normally tumble dryers but ££££

Former Member

Any fancy dress bits and bobs you already have
A pack of cards / other games
An extension lead in case you have limited sockets / awkwardly placed ones
A dirty washing bag
USB stick
Dressing gown (especially if you don't have ensuite bathroom)

I also have a shoe box with things like stamps, envelopes, post-it notes, pins, blue-tac, parcel tape, string etc in. Things that you probably have loads of lying around at home - saves buying a whole massive pack of envelopes for example.

Former Member

Also a system to keep your important documents / letters safe and organised. I have a box file thing which works well for letters, contracts, receipts etc and a folder for important documents.

Former Member

Money just in case student finance don't pay you on time. And you need money for freshers week.

PGreen

plugitin wrote: »

a doorstop - to keep your door open so you can meet others more easily

This is a great suggestion - In halls we always had our doors propped open so you could just stick you head in and chat.

A few extra suggestions from my uni years (a while ago now though):

Any sports equipment/instruments etc if your planning on joining any clubs/orgs

Weekend size bag for when you visit friends at uni/home

Young persons rail card (sadly I am now too old for one of these!)

Anything that will make the place feel homely

A toastie sandwich maker - I swear when I went to uni everyone had one!

Passport photos - these are sometimes asked for during registration

Flu/cold medicines (in preparation for freshers flu :yuck:)

Former Member

Don't buy brand new / expensive crockery, etc. - it will get lost or smashed.