I put together this list of first year university must-haves because these are the things I recommend for making a student room comfortable, organised and practical. These essentials help with studying, storage, cooking and everyday student life, esp...
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Productivity Essentials 📚
Electronics I Recommend 💻
Lighting for a Cosy Room ✨
Storage Essentials 🧺
Kitchen Essentials 🍽
Bathroom Essentials 🚿
Productivity Essentials 📚
These are the study essentials I recommend for staying organised and productive at university.
I recommend using a planner because it helps keep track of assignments and deadlines. It makes staying organised much easier during busy weeks.
A3 White Board with Stand, magnets and pens
I recommend a desk organiser to keep stationery and study supplies tidy. It helps make your workspace feel less cluttered and more productive.
Desk Organiser with File Holder, 4-Tier
I recommend having a notice board to track important dates or hang cute pics with friends. It helps keep everything visible in one place.
Cork Notice Board
I recommend using a planner because it helps keep track of assignments and deadlines. It makes staying organised much easier during busy weeks.
2026 A5 Diary, Monthly Index Tabs
I reccomend getting a notebook for each module to keep your notes neat and organised
A notebook per module
I recommend a desk organiser to keep stationery and study supplies tidy. It helps make your workspace feel less cluttered and more productive.
360° Rotating 5-Slot Pencil Pen Holder
Electronics I Recommend 💻
These are the electronics I recommend for student life and everyday use.
Getting an iPad was the best decision I ever made. It makes it SO easy to make notes in lectures and organise notes. I reccomend downloading Goodnotes!!!
Student Apple iPad 11-inch
I recommend bringing an extension lead because student rooms usually have limited plug sockets. It makes charging devices much easier.
Extension leads are a MUST
I recommend a stand because it makes studying more comfortable. It also improves posture during long study sessions.
Monitor Stand Riser Metal with Storage
I recommend a good desk lamp because student rooms often have poor lighting. It makes studying easier at night.
LED Desk Lamp with USB Charging Ports
I recommend a good desk lamp because student rooms often have poor lighting. It makes studying easier at night.
LED Book Light, Reading Light
I recommend a portable charger because long days on campus can drain your battery. It’s useful when you're out all day.
Power Bank With Built in Cables
Lighting for a Cosy Room ✨
These are the lighting items I recommend for making a student room feel more comfortable.
I recommend LED strip lights because they make a room feel more personalised. They also create a relaxing atmosphere.
30m Led Strip Lights
I recommend a bedside lamp because it makes evenings more relaxing. It’s nicer than using bright ceiling lights.
Night Light, Touch Bedside Lamp
I recommend fairy lights if you want your room to feel cosy. They are an easy way to decorate student accommodation.
Vines with Fairy Lights Battery
I recommend fairy lights if you want your room to feel cosy. They are an easy way to decorate student accommodation.
Affordable 50 LED Battery Operated String Lights
Storage Essentials 🧺
These are the storage items I recommend for keeping a small student room organised.
I recommend under-bed storage because student rooms have limited space. It helps store clothes and extra items neatly.
Under Bed Storage Box for dorm
I recommend drawer organisers to keep small items tidy. They make it easier to find things quickly.
Drawer Organisers Storage Box
I recommend a laundry basket to keep clothes organised. It makes laundry days easier.
Laundry Basket with Lid
I recommend over-door hooks because they add extra storage without taking up space.
Over Door Hooks, Heavy Duty Over Door Hanger
Shoe racks are a must for uni students. Much tidier than leaving shoes lying about
3 Tier Bamboo Shoe Rack
Kitchen Essentials 🍽
These are the kitchen essentials I recommend for simple student meals.
Affordable full set of kitchen essentials
Cooking Utensils Set with Board & Knife Block
I recommend a reusable bottle because it saves money and is useful for lectures.
STANLEY 1.2L Cold 11H Iced 48H
I recommend having your own cutlery set so you always have clean utensils available.
Cutlery Set 32 Piece Stainless Steel
I recommend food containers for leftovers and meal prep. They help save money on food.
Food Storage Containers
Bathroom Essentials 🚿
hanging shower storage helps maximise storage
Hanging Shower Caddy Over Door 3 Layers
I recommend quick-dry towels because they dry faster in small rooms. They are more practical for student living.
6 Piece Cotton Towel Set - Bath, Hand & Washcloths
Shower slippers are essential, especially when sharing showers
Eco Bath London Natural Toweling Slippers
I love this shower matt
Get Naked Bath Mat Pink and White
There's nothing I love more than a matching bathroom set
6 Pieces Bamboo Bathroom Accessories set
Comfort Essentials 🛋
These are the comfort items I recommend for making your student room feel like home.
I recommend a throw blanket because student rooms can feel cold. It makes studying or relaxing more comfortable.
Bedsure Fleece Throw Blanket for Sofa
These cushion covers are SO COMFORTABLE. 10/10
Soft Corduroy Cushion Covers
I recommend a small rug because it makes a room feel warmer and more comfortable. It also makes the space feel more homely.
Fluffy Faux Fur Bedside Rug
I recommend a small rug because it makes a room feel warmer and more comfortable. It also makes the space feel more homely.
