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Paperwork: ID and extra passport photos, confirmation letters for your course, accommodation and funding, insurance documents, and details about prescriptions, vaccinations or medical history
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Mobile phone and – if you don’t want to use uni computers – a tablet or laptop. Printers are bulky and don’t always save money, so don’t feel like you need your own
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Extension leads and chargers for any gadgets you’re bringing (you’ll be able to pick up batteries locally or online)
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Ethernet cable: usually faster than wifi, but check if you’ve got wired access
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Headphones and/or earplugs
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Cash to keep you going
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A few cleaning products to keep your space clean and tidy
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A pack of cards, bottle of wine or some sweets can all help you get to know your new neighbours too!
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Tupperware boxes for storing leftovers or keeping your grub secure in a shared fridge
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Plate, bowl, mug and glasses
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A small set of cutlery
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Bottle opener and corkscrew
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Chopping board and a good, sharp knife
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Scissors, can opener, wooden spoon, spatula and grater
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Baking tray, casserole dish and oven gloves
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Washing up liquid and sponge
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Tin foil, cling film and clothes pegs (cheap way to secure rice and pasta bags after opening)
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A wok (or frying pan) and a saucepan with a lid
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Colander or sieve
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Measuring cups – look for the kind that can measure both liquids and dry foods
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Pillowcase, bed sheet and duvet cover (plus a spare set). If you can afford it, consider a mattress protector and topper, too.
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Family photos and personal mementos. You’ll be able to get knick-knacks, rugs and posters there, so only pack them if they’ll take the edge off homesickness (and you’ve got room in your luggage).
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Coat hangers, clothes horse and laundry bag
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Night clothes, dressing gown and slippers (or flip flops for shared toilet or bathroom!)
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Shoes and clothes – but be selective. Plenty of socks and undies will get you further between laundry days, but don’t pack absolutely everything you own! Pack for the time of year – ie, a winter coat, gloves and a scarf for term one.
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Don’t forget: interview clothes, work wear, sports kit, outfits for nights out and all your Freshers fancy dress options
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It’s worth stocking up on tinned and long-life goodies, along with fresh food and bulk-buy savings – but do it after you’ve arrived. Drop your luggage off, then do a big shop!
•
It’s easy to get stationery (especially bulky folders and files) in the local shops. Keep a pen to hand for tackling paperwork, along with a pad (or your phone) to keep notes and to-do lists, then aim to fill up on free stationery at the Freshers’ Fayre.
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Books. Waiting until you get to university means cheaper prices, more choice, and lighter luggage.
•
Pack prescription and essential items, but go easy on over the counter medicines. You won’t need more than a couple of basics to see you through the first week (plasters and painkillers).
•
Check what’s included in the rent before shopping for pans and kitchen gadgets – and if you’re flat sharing, see if you can spread the cost for communal gear.
•
TV, DVDs and games consoles. With downloads and a decent tablet, phone or laptop (which you’ll probably have anyway) it’s easy to get by without bulkier gear.
•
Paperwork: ID and extra passport photos, confirmation letters for your course, accommodation and funding, insurance documents, and details about prescriptions, vaccinations or medical history
•
Mobile phone and – if you don’t want to use uni computers – a tablet or laptop. Printers are bulky and don’t always save money, so don’t feel like you need your own
•
Extension leads and chargers for any gadgets you’re bringing (you’ll be able to pick up batteries locally or online)
•
Ethernet cable: usually faster than wifi, but check if you’ve got wired access
•
Headphones and/or earplugs
•
Cash to keep you going
•
A few cleaning products to keep your space clean and tidy
•
A pack of cards, bottle of wine or some sweets can all help you get to know your new neighbours too!
•
Tupperware boxes for storing leftovers or keeping your grub secure in a shared fridge
•
Plate, bowl, mug and glasses
•
A small set of cutlery
•
Bottle opener and corkscrew
•
Chopping board and a good, sharp knife
•
Scissors, can opener, wooden spoon, spatula and grater
•
Baking tray, casserole dish and oven gloves
•
Washing up liquid and sponge
•
Tin foil, cling film and clothes pegs (cheap way to secure rice and pasta bags after opening)
•
A wok (or frying pan) and a saucepan with a lid
•
Colander or sieve
•
Measuring cups – look for the kind that can measure both liquids and dry foods
•
Pillowcase, bed sheet and duvet cover (plus a spare set). If you can afford it, consider a mattress protector and topper, too.
•
Family photos and personal mementos. You’ll be able to get knick-knacks, rugs and posters there, so only pack them if they’ll take the edge off homesickness (and you’ve got room in your luggage).
•
Coat hangers, clothes horse and laundry bag
•
Night clothes, dressing gown and slippers (or flip flops for shared toilet or bathroom!)
•
Shoes and clothes – but be selective. Plenty of socks and undies will get you further between laundry days, but don’t pack absolutely everything you own! Pack for the time of year – ie, a winter coat, gloves and a scarf for term one.
•
Don’t forget: interview clothes, work wear, sports kit, outfits for nights out and all your Freshers fancy dress options
•
It’s worth stocking up on tinned and long-life goodies, along with fresh food and bulk-buy savings – but do it after you’ve arrived. Drop your luggage off, then do a big shop!
•
It’s easy to get stationery (especially bulky folders and files) in the local shops. Keep a pen to hand for tackling paperwork, along with a pad (or your phone) to keep notes and to-do lists, then aim to fill up on free stationery at the Freshers’ Fayre.
•
Books. Waiting until you get to university means cheaper prices, more choice, and lighter luggage.
•
Pack prescription and essential items, but go easy on over the counter medicines. You won’t need more than a couple of basics to see you through the first week (plasters and painkillers).
•
Check what’s included in the rent before shopping for pans and kitchen gadgets – and if you’re flat sharing, see if you can spread the cost for communal gear.
•
TV, DVDs and games consoles. With downloads and a decent tablet, phone or laptop (which you’ll probably have anyway) it’s easy to get by without bulkier gear.
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Got a third in my second year and the highest I’ve achieved in third year was 55%Last reply 3 weeks ago
Got a third in my second year and the highest I’ve achieved in third year was 55%