What to pack

It鈥檚 the moment you鈥檝e been waiting for; university is just around the corner. But first you need to pack. Here鈥檚 what we recommend you either bring with you or get when you arrive.

What is provided

If you鈥檙e living in halls of residence, then a lot of things will be provided, and you don鈥檛 need to bring certain items with you.

Ordering the essentials

If you're an international student or travelling far to 天堂视频, you can order a box of university essentials to be ready for when you move in.

Study essentials

All students will require equipment for their upcoming studies. To save you from splashing out on expensive software, we provide the latest version of the full Microsoft Office productivity suite, free of charge. 

Passport or UK birth/adoption certificate (required for registration)
Laptop - (Buying a Laptop)
Headphones
USB sticks
Notebook
Lots of pens
Wall planner (you will find one in your hall welcome pack)
Folders (to help organise your notes)
Bag/rucksack
Books

Kitchen essentials

If you are in catered halls you may still need some kitchen essentials, as you may want to cook at the weekends.

Pots and pans
Mugs, bowls and plates
Cutlery and utensils
Knives and chopping board
Scissors
Glassware
Oven gloves and tea towels

Bedroom essentials

Photographs
Duvet and sheets
Pillows (Unite halls only)
Home comforts
Coat hangers
Extension cable

You can take the hassle out of buying and transporting your bedding by pre-ordering your items from . You can use discount code LOUGH10 to save 10% on your order.

Daily essentials

Hand sanitiser
Clothes
Towels
Toiletries
Toilet rolls (if you have an en-suite room)
Sporting clothes and equipment
Fancy dress items
Shoes/footwear
Medication
Camera
Mobile phone and charger
Favourite music/book/film
Laundry basket
ID, passport (needed for registration), driving licence
Clothes airer
Money and debit/credit cards