And what not to pack...

The countdown is close: you'll soon be settling in halls eating free pizza whilst testing out the new toaster your mum bought you.

Before you either pack up all your belongings or forget the important stuff, we will share with you a must-have list of what you SHOULD bring to uni.

Only pack what you really need as once you start university you'll most definitely buy other things! Try to bring things that will make your life easy in the first weeks as well!

Don't forget you can purchase bedroom, kitchen and bathroom kits from UniKitOut, for more information check out our article. 

Bedroom

• Duvet, duvet cover and sheets
• Pillows and pillowcases
  
• Socket Adaptor (for international students)
  
• Extension Lead
  
• Mobile phone and charger
  
• PC/Laptop and any cables or chargers
  
• Decorations and photos to make your room feel more like Home
  
• Clothes, shoes and coat hangers
  
• Laundry basket
  

*Did you know? You can purchase bedding from us (FutureLets) to be ready and waiting in your room before you arrive! To do this you can simply tick this option in the e-arrival online pages (where you select your arrival time).

Bathroom

• Toothbrush and toothpaste
• Hair products
• Towel and hand towel
  
• Hand soap
  

Kitchen

• Few mugs and glasses
• Plates and dishes
  
• Cutlery
  
• Saucepans and frying pans
  
• Chopping board
  
• Tupperware
  
• Any utensils you need, like a wooden spoon and spatula
  

It's also important that you bring a folder with relevant documentation.

• University acceptance letter
• Accommodation paperwork
  
• Student Finance paperwork (if eligible)
  
• Valid ID
  
• Passport photographs
  
• Copies of prescriptions if needed
  

Don't forget to bring your Medical Card! 

Bring your Medical registration Card and get registered with your local GP as soon as you arrive so you're not suffering in bed with freshers' flu your first few weeks here.

We also have our own University Medical Centre in The Hub for you to utilise. Just don't forget to bring your medical card or NHS number if you're a UK resident!

Too many toasters!
Avoid trying to find storage for 6 toasters and 3 kettles when you arrive by discussing with your flatmates as to who brings what before you arrive at halls. 

Now that you know what you should bring, you need to know what you're not allowed to bring...

Here's our list of what you SHOULD NOT bring to uni:

• Dangerous items

Including anything that is or may become dangerous, offensive, combustible, corrosive, inflammable, radioactive or explosive, such as firearms, air rifles, BB guns, pistols, cross-bows or any other weapons, gas cylinders, oil burners, fireworks, laser pens, candles, joss sticks or hookah pipes

Anything that could harm or endanger yourself or others is a big no-no and should be left at home, especially anything that is (or could be used as) a weapon. Likewise, as much as you may want to, do not bring your vanilla scented candles with you...

• Your dog (or any other animals)

Including birds, fish or other livestock 

• Barbecues

Or cooking equipment

• Multi-way adaptors 
• Heating or cooking appliances 
  

Including Rice cookers, hotplates, microwaves, chip pans, and deep fat fryers

Happy packing and good luck for University!