Monday 20 August 2012

Preparation for University

A not-so-concise list of what to take to university can be found at the Student Room's website here.
It covers everything from soap to memory sticks to disco balls.

I wouldn't advise everyone to take everything on that list, because you'll find yourself having to spend thousands of pounds and make multiple trips to your university room. But I'd suggest taking a brief scroll through the page and noting down some of the essential items that you must take.

Actually, I could do a summary of the items which I think are the most useful on that list.

Academic

  • Reading list
  • Blank notebooks/files
  • Exam results/certificates (if necessary)

Bathroom Items

  • Hand towels
  • Bath towels
  • Wash bag
  • Soap
  • Tampons (for girls obviously)
  • Soap
  • Shower Gel
  • 2-in-1 Shampoo and Conditioner
  • Hairbrush
  • Body lotion
  • Razor
  • Shaving cream
  • Deodorant
  • Perfume
  • Toilet roll (lots of it)
  • Air freshener

Bedroom Items

  • Sheets
  • Duvet
  • Pillow
  • Blanket
  • Posters + anything you want on your wall as decoration
  • Clock
  • Desk chair
  • Sleeping bag (for your overnight friends)
  • Desk lamp
  • Phone
  • Bedside table
  • Small bin
  • Laundry bag

Clothing

  • Casual
  • Underwear and socks
  • Comfy shoes
  • Pyjamas
  • Slippers
  • Flip-flops
  • Warm clothing
  • Suit/evening dress
  • Smart shoes
  • Interview-worthy clothing
  • Swimwear

Documents

  • Passport
  • Driving Licence
  • Insurance documents
  • Debit/credit cards
  • CV & references
  • Oyster Card

Electrical Items

  • Laptop & charger
  • Ethernet Cable
  • Mouse
  • Speakers
  • Printer (Saves a lot of money)
  • Paper & Ink
  • External hard-drive/USB stick
  • Mobile phone & charger
  • Headphones
  • Camera
  • MP3
  • Alarm Clock

Kitchen Items

  • Small frying pan
  • Large frying pan
  • Saucepan
  • Microwavable bowl
  • Cutlery
  • Sandwich bags
  • Cling film
  • Glasses
  • Recipe book

Laundry and Housekeeping Items

  • Washing powder
  • Laundry bag
  • Coat hangers (lots)
  • Febreeze
  • Washing-up liquid
  • Cleaning equipment
  • Toilet cleaner

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