University Checklist

Students - make sure you remember everything for the next stage in your education.  It's more than just books!

Books & Stationery

Course books (universities provide a list)
Pencils
Pens
Highlighters
Pencil Sharpener
Erasers
Ruler
Pencil Case
Hole punch
Ring-reinforcers
Post-it notes
Paperclips
Stapler
Staples
Scissors
Calculator
Tippex
Notebook
A4 folders
A4 refill pads
A4 white paper (for printing)
A4 wallets (paper or plastic)
Noticeboard (if not in Halls)
Push-pins
Calendar
Planner/Diary
Address book
Dictionary
Envelopes
Stamps
Bag/Satchel (for going to and from lectures)

IT Equipment

Laptop & charger
Mouse
Mouse mat
Laptop case/bag
Small printer
USB memory sticks
USB cable(s)
Headphones
Other Electrical/Electronic
Mobile phone & chargers
Digital Camera
CD Player
CDs
MP3 player / iPod
Docking station
Alarm clock

Personal Documents

Unconditional offer letter from University
Driving licence
NI number
NHS medical card
Doctor & Dentist details
Vaccination history
Passport
Passport photos (several - for student cards etc... and saved on laptop)
Insurance documents
Confirmation letters
Local Authority information
Bank card(s)
Cheque book
Paying-in book
Bank/building society details
CV and references (and saved on laptop)
Travel cards/Oyster Card

Clothing

Normal day wear
Jumpers/Cardigans
Nightwear
Trainers
Shoes
"Going-out" clothes
Interview clothes
Hat/scarf/globes
Winter coat
Waterproof/raincoat
Swimwear
Gym wear
Trainers
Tracksuit/jogging bottoms
Towel

Other Items

Glasses/Contact Lenses (and spares)
Toiletries
Painkillers
Antiseptic cream
Nail Scissors/clippers
Tweezers
Plasters
Contraceptives
Holdall (for going home occasionally at the weekend)
Umbrella
Torch
Sewing Kit
Books/Novels

Bedroom Items

Duvet
Duvet cover
Pillows
Sheets and pillow cases
Blanket/throw
Mattress protector
Towels
Dirty linen bag/bin
Desk Lamp
Coffee Mug
Hangers
Photos
Bin (if not provided)
Washing powder
Fabric softener
Laundry basket
Small drying rack

Kitchen Items (if not in Halls)

Plates
Bowls
Mugs
Glasses
Cutlery
1-2 saucepans with lids
Frying pan
Tin opener
Chopping board
Cutting knives
Wooden spoon
Colander
Scissors
Chees grater
Basic ingredients
Washing up things
Recipe Book