Survive first year at uni with this strong guide

We have created a checklist covering all the basic items and essentials you will need for your first year at Uni. You may think you have everything but it is the smaller things you take for granted you will forget like toilet roll!

This is just a small guide so do not stress if you find you have forgotten something you can pop to the local shop near campus to pick it up.

Food

It is worth stocking up on the essentials before making the drive to uni. Things to think about grabbing are the non-perishables like pasta, rice, tinned food etc. These will last you ages and you can cook plenty of simple quick fix meals. Additionally check out our what to cook blog for ideas on meals.

Cooking Essentials 

Making all your own meals will mean you need some cooking essentials. Things like pans, spatulas, cheese greater, can opener, pizza cutter, plate, cup/glass etc. You can pick up Uni start packs from places like Argos, Ikea, Amazon and Dunelm for example. Also, we have been told a favourite choice is an air fryer and good quality Tupperware to store your food in.

Toiletries

This one is simple, shower gel/soap, toothbrush and paste, razor, shampoo, toilet roll and towels.

Cleaning products

Anti-bacterial spray for your counters, bathroom cleaner and toilet cleaner plus separate cleaning cloths.

First Aid kit

Having a first aid kit on hand is a great essential for your room. Within this kit you will need plasters, Savlon, Paracetamol, Ibuprofen, Flu capsules and Antacids. You do not need to buy brand named ones the stores own cheap version is just as good.

Bedding

Your room in halls is not going to be like a hotel. You will need to take pillows, duvets, sheets, and bed linen (duvet covers and pillow cases). Additionally, anything you need for a comfy night sleep.

Stationary

Getting a range of pens, pencils, notebooks, folders and post it notes to have ready to keep you organised.

Chargers

Do not forget the chargers/power supplies for your devices you are taking with you – phone, watch, laptop, etc. Additionally, an extension lead is a handy item to grab and USB sticks/external hard drive.

Hopefully your all set up for your first year at university and thoroughly enjoy it.

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