Daughter Going Into Halls - What to Bring/Buy?

lou49 wrote: »

So so useful! DS off to Leeds Uni in September (subject to getting grades of course, insurance offer is Birmingham BTW) and just came across this. Went to Leeds last weekend for accommodation day open tour. He wants self-catering. (Leodis if anyone knows this one).

Not without experience in this area as DD was in hall at B'ham for one year but not happy and came home every weekend then transferred to uni in London (where we are) to slightly different course and finished her degree here. Everyone's lists and comments here are really great and am bookmarking this thread!

Now the daft question! When I do laundry at home I hang up clothes that can't dry outside or go in the tumble drier -I put them in the bathroom till they're dry and then iron them. DD brought her laundry home every weekend! Now I know that students say they never iron, and the ones I've seen do look clean and respectable - lol - so what does everyone do with their Primark type T shirts which IMO would look like dusters without careful washing and a quick iron?!

TIA for any advice.
Louise

mrjoet wrote: »

Here is a list I found on the internet a few years back when I first went to uni...

Passport Photos (at least four, and keep some on you). Also scan some on to your computer to get quick reproductions for less (especially for ID that doesn't really matter)
Passport
Driving Licence-
National Insurance Number
NHS Medical Card
Details of your vaccination history-Don't need anymore they'll transfer your details
Insurance Documents
TV Licence-Don't bother with tv in frist someone will have one/bbci/itv/channel4
Support Notification
Any Information from your LEA, the SLC (Student Loans Company) or Student Finance Direct
Your Unconditional Offer from the University
Any Documents regarding your Accommodation
Cheque Book
Paying-In Book-Does anyoen actually use these anymore
Bank or Building Society Details-
Travel Discount Cards (Young Person's Railcard etc)
CV & References
Academic
Reading List-wont get these till you start
Academic Diary / Wall Planner / Calendar
Relevant Old Text Books and Notes
Dictionary
Thesaurus
GCSE and A-Level results/certificates. (Some Universities use these during your induction)-Dont bother they wont take a look
Stationery and Educational Equipment
Some universities may provide lamps/notice boards etc so buy these when you get there if they don't, and rather than carrying stationery with you it may be a better idea to buy it when you get there to save space/effort.-Most uni wont let you hang/pin anything to walls
Lamp
Notice or Message Board
Book Chair-again who uses them anymore
Lined Paper
Printing Paper
Jotter or Reporter Pad
Pens
Pencils
Highlighters
Permanent All-Surface Markers (useful for marking what's yours!)
White Tack-Only buy white tack
Scissors
Sellotape
Hole Puncher
Stapler
Treasury Tags
Paper Clips
Post-it Notes or Flag Markers
Sticky-back Labels
Pins for sticking things to any cork boards provided
Ruler(s)
A4 Ring Binders or Lever Arch Folders
Paper or Plastic Wallets
Clipboard
Envelopes & Stamps
Electrical Appliances-What?
Extension leads Get Surge protected ones to protect valuable equipment
Computer/Laptop & charger
USB Pen drive
CD-R/RW for creating hard back ups
External Harddrive
Printer
Calculator (for finances)
Alarm Clock
Mobile Phone & charger
Landline Phone (check, some residences may provide this)Dont bother if you've got a mobile it'll be cheaper
CD-player-Bring a pc/laptop and some speakers instead
Desk Fan
Television (You will probably need to purchase a TV license).save money use Iplayer ect
Camera
Batteries and charger
MP3 Player/IPod (with charger and USB connector)
Speakers and Connector
Headphones
DVD Player-Again use pc or laptop
Digibox-See televison
Games consoles
Hair Dryer
Hair Straighteners / Curling Tongs
Iron, perhaps an ironing board but some unis have one for students to use (Small tabletop one, perhaps?)Dont bother it'll never get used borrow if nessary
Personal Items
Nail Clippers
Nail Scissors
Tweezers
Deodorant
Hairbrush / Comb
Razor
Shaving Gel
Cologne
Body Spray
Perfume
Condoms/Femidoms
Hair Dye
Hair Products
Jewellery Box
Make-up
Moisturiser
Prescription Glasses/spare pair (and a copy of your prescription)
Contacts & contacts solution
Earplugs
First Aid Kit
Prescription Medicines
Contraception
Multivitamins
Painkillers
Plasters
Antiseptic Wipes
Antiseptic Cream
Blister Plasters
Cold/Flu Remedy
Throat Lozenges
Pro-Plus
Nytol
Anti-allergy Tablets
A Cold/Hot Pack
Sanitary Towels/Tampons [For the females among us]
Clothing
Dressing Gown
Pyjamas
Slippers
Flip-flops (for communal showers/summer & 'beach' parties)
Swimwear
Normal, casual clothing
Formal wear
Gym or Sporting Clothes
School Tie (for the school discos you're BOUND to have!)
A warm coat, gloves, scarf, hat and a brolly (so many students pack in sunny September and get caught out/cold when Autumn/Winter starts to bite)
Fancy Dress Items [seriously]
Clean underwear
Smart clothing and smart shoes suitable for interviews for part-time jobs
Bathroom Items
Hand Towels
Bath Towels
Wash Bag
Toothbrush
Toothpaste
Mouthwash
Floss
Soap
Shower gel
Shampoo
Conditioner
Razor/epilator/hair removing equipment-havent we allready had that
Shaving cream
toilet roll
Air freshener
Anti-perspirant/deodorant.
Bedroom Items
Bedding
Sheets
Duvet/Quilt (alot of unis sell these on move-in day, but do check if they are provided, as they sometimes are!)
Duvet/Quilt Cover
Pillows
Pillow Cases
Mattress Protector [not only if you have incontinence issues, but if you have a drunken mishap during the night!;)]
Blanket
Other Stuff
Cushions so that your bed is both a bed and a sofa
Cuddly toys!:)
Hot Waterbottle
Sleeping Bag
Inflatable Bed
Airbed Pump
Alarm Clock
Take something to eat for your first night's meal, as it might be a bit hectic.
Kitchen Items
AppliancesDont bring any they'll be supplied and you'll soon fall out of favor if your maing toast in your bedroom
(beware: if you are sharing you may end up with many of the same appliance in one house). Also some universities do supply these in varying states of working order for those in university accommodation
Mini-Fridge - beware: the vast majority of universities don't allow mini fridges in hall rooms (but if you make friends with the cleaners / bedders it shouldn't be an issue from past experience), if you're desperate to have cool drinks/milk in your room then it might be a better idea to invest in a cool box and some freezer packs
Kettle-
Toaster-Dont bother
Toasted Sandwich MakerI brought one never get used
Equipment
Small Casserole Dish
Small Frying Pan
Wok or Large Frying Pan (with lid)
Large Saucepan (with lid)
Small Saucepan (with lid)
Tin Opener
Bottle Opener
Corkscrew
Vegetable Peeler
Cheese Grater
Wooden Spoons or Spatulas
Masher
Microwavable Bowl
Measuring Jug
Sieve
Colander
Chopping Knives
Chopping Board
Lemon Squeezer
Tupperware (plastic) tubs for storing left overs. Write something on the lids and the tubs to prevent them going missing
Other Kitchen Items
Glasses (Wine Glasses, Shot Glasses, Pint Glasses, tumblers, high-ball)
Cutlery (Knives, Forks, Spoons) Tip - Taking just 1 or 2 of everything will encourage you to wash them straight away
Crockery (Plates, Bowls, Mugs, Cups)
Apron
Oven Glove
Tea Towels
Baking Foil
Cling Film
Sandwich Bags
Marigolds - Washing up gloves
Carbon Monoxide Tester
Bin bags/black or white (plastic) sacks for rubbish and waste.
Biscuit Tin
Pizza slicerPair of scissors
Apple CorerReally???
Laundry and Housekeeping Items
Febreze
Washing Powder
Fabric Softener
Laundry Bag
Clothes Horse
Coat hangers
Washing up Liquid
Washing up Sponge/Cloth
Kitchen Towel
Toilet Roll
Cleaning Equipment though often provided by universities
Decorative
Posters often a stand at the freshers’ fair
Photos
Postcards
Rug
Throw
Cushions
Beanbag
Fairy lights- these are sometimes not permitted in the University's Halls of Residence though as they are a fire hazard and safety hazard.
Disco Balls
Lava Lamps
Plants
Mood lights, can be an effective way of setting a romantic mood
Air purifier thing, if you're like me and your room is always in a mess, it is possible to keep it smelling and feeling clean even though the cleaner last came over a month ago.
Miscellaneous
Loose Change (for washing machines)
Extra Storage – Boxes, Shelves etc
Holdall or Weekend Bag
Torch
Pen Knife
Safety Pins
Small Sewing Kit
Small Tool Kit
Matches
Watch - always good for suddenly realising you've got a lecture in 2 minutes!
Fan
Hooks/Sticky Hooks
Door Wedge
Tissues
Lip Balm/ Chap Stick
Board Games
Cards
Balls/ Frisbees
Sports Equipment
Bike - but not too expensive, and invest in a very good lock
Musical instrument(s)
Umbrella
Tray
Recipe Book
Store Cupboard Ingredients (Oil, Spices, Tin and Packet Food)
Alcohol. For the love of god take some wine and spirits and invite some neighbours over to make friends!!!
Money!!
Small safe for valuables / documents