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University student essentials
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items Coming from a second year student, this is the only list you need! I have seen so many lists missing out things that I definitely needed during university so I thought i’d make my own!
Sections
7
Technology
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Social
Clothes
Technology
As someone doing a stem degree with lots of maths, I couldn’t do most of my work on a laptop and overall an ipad and pencil saved me so much time and money doing all my notes.
Apple Pencil - Apple (UK)
I know a lot of people recommend a macbook for uni but as someone doing a lot of maths in my degree an ipad was my saviour as I could write directly onto it.
iPad - Apple (UK)
These are perfect, whether you are commuting to campus or studying in the library!
Headphones
You do not want your devices dying in the middle of the day so a powerbank is an essential, and this one holds so much charge!
Amazon.co.uk: Black Power Bank
Kitchen
This dishmatic sponge was definitely essential and I didn’t have a dishwasher. It made is so easy to wash everything and you can replace the sponge!
All Products - Dishmatic Store
This student cookbook made my life so easy and I barely had to think about cooking because of this!
NOSH For Students | www.noshbooks. ...
I didn’t have much space for all my things in my uni kitchen so this was definitely useful!
OSTBIT plate holder, bamboo - IKEA UK
This is perfect when you want a quick lunch between lectures or are just feeling a bit lazy. This got a lot of use in my first year of uni!
Microwave Toastie Sandwich Maker, Nonstick, Orange
This is perfect to add a bit of luxury to your life. You can make delicious coffees whilst still just using standard instant coffee. This milk frother will make it taste delicious and can be used to make hot chocolate!
L'OR BARISTA Milk Frother
Bathroom
It’s not guaranteed that your bathroom will have towel hooks and I was very grateful for these. Plus they can be easily removed when you leave as they just stick onto the wall!
Self Adhesive Towel Hooks
I know a lot of people who forgot this and ended up with very gross toothbrushes ew!
Toothbrush Holders
This actually helped me to keep my room pretty clean with minimal effort!
Handheld Vacuum Cleaners
Bedroom
Having your bedroom door open is the best way to get talking to people when you first move to uni!
PATRULL door stop, white
You are going to be charging so many things constantly and this will just help to keep your room more organised and tidy!
cable organizer - United Kingdom
This rug was so perfect when my uni accommodation didn’t have the heating on and my floor was actually freezing. It also made my room so cute, I had the pink one!
Catherine Lansfield Cuddly Faux Fur Bath Mat
This was perfect for fit checks when my room didn’t come with a full length mirror. Plus it was so easy to hook over the door and didn’t damage the room at all!
Argos Home Essentials White Full Length Over the Door Mirror
As a girl who hates the big light this saved me and made my room so much more cozy!
Hebe Ribbed Ceramic Table Lamp
This is perfect to add more storage to your room without taking up too much space, and it can easily be moved around!
RÅSKOG / NORRÅVA Trolley with lid - grey-green 28x38x61 cm
You do not want to think about how clean a uni mattress is but I would definitely get a topper to put on the mattress below your sheet just for peace of mind!
Mattress Topper
Social
This is the perfect game for pres and honestly saved me from awkwardness at the beginning of uni. As soon as me and my flatmates played this the ice was broken!
What Do You Meme For The Girls! Card Game
It’s a classic but this was soo good for pres and to get to know people at socials!
Cards Against Humanity: Home
I just thought this was so fun and helped me to put myself out there even when I felt lazy because I was motivated to finish this list!
University Bucket List Scratch Off Poster
Clothes
You do not want to be walking into a uni kitchen in your socks and sometimes shoes are too much effort to be taking on and off so I would definitely get some slippers!
Women's Slippers
Random!
I ABSOLUTELY swear by these! I use them to study, to sleep, literally everything. They are so comfortable to wear and block out literally everything.
Loop Earplugs
Trust me when I say you will
be looking at screens constantly. Protect those eyes!
Blue Light Reading Glasses 'Embankment' Tortoiseshell
This is the perfect water bottle to help you stay hydrated whilst studying and it is sooo cute I love this colour!
Black Cherry Owala FreeSip 32 oz Water Bottle Stainless Steel Cup Gifts NWT ...