Heading to uni marks the beginning of a new chapter. As you prepare for this exciting journey, it’s essential to equip yourself with everything you need to make your student accommodation feel like a home away from home.

From cosy comforts to practical essentials and technology, our guide will ensure you’re well prepared for the academic year ahead.

Creating a comfortable living space is crucial for a productive and enjoyable uni experience.

Choose soft, breathable sheets and a cosy duvet set to ensure a restful night's sleep after long study sessions. Adding cushions and pillows not only provides extra support for studying or lounging but also adds a personal touch to your room.

To create a relaxing vibe, illuminate your workspace with a stylish desk or bedside lamp.

Most student accommodation comes with a bed, wardrobe, desk, and chair, but consider bringing additional storage boxes with you.

Student halls typically come with all the kitchen equipment you need, but if you’re living in a shared house, then stocking your kitchen with the right essentials will make cooking and dining a breeze.

Make sure you have a good supply of cutlery, bowls and plates that are durable and microwave-safe for easy meal preparation and clean-up.

Additionally, having a variety of glasses for water and mugs for hot drinks ensures you're prepared for any occasion.

To create a relaxing vibe, illuminate your workspace with a stylish desk or bedside lamp.

Most student accommodation comes with a bed, wardrobe, desk, and chair, but consider bringing additional storage boxes with you.

Packing for university means thinking about your beauty routine. Make a list of all the toiletries you’ll need (toothpaste, shower gel, shampoo) as well as the hair care machines you use day-to-day and for going out. A hair dryer is a styling essential, while a multi-styler and dryer can curl, shape, smooth and hide flyaways.

Dyson hair care technology is engineered to protect against excessive heat damage. With more focus on control and less on heat.

To create a relaxing vibe, illuminate your workspace with a stylish desk or bedside lamp.

Most student accommodation comes with a bed, wardrobe, desk, and chair, but consider bringing additional storage boxes with you.

Cleaning may not be the first thing you want to do after lectures, but maintaining a clean and tidy living space is important for your wellbeing and comfort.

Firstly, stock up on the basics like laundry detergent, washing up liquid and tea towels. Products such as versatile cleaning spray, specialised bathroom cleaner and antibacterial wipes are just as essential.

To keep the floors in your accommodation clean and dust-free, invest in a reliable vacuum cleaner. An affordable option for students, the Dyson V8 cordless vacuum offers powerful cleaning on hard floors and carpets. It automatically de-tangles hair, is engineered for low noise, and gives up to 40 minutes of fade-free suction.¹

Having the right tech gadgets and electrical items is essential for both study and entertainment

Your most crucial investment will likely be in a reliable laptop that meets your academic and personal needs. Staying connected with friends, family, and classmates also means owning a smartphone equipped with essential apps and features.

After this, there are other technologies to consider as a student. Over-ear noise-cancelling headphones provide immersive listening and can block out distractions while studying. The award-winning Dyson Zone™ noise-cancelling headphones are engineered for detailed, realistic sound and advanced noise cancellation to reduce background noise. The headphones are perfect for concentrating in the library, blocking out noisy housemates, or listening to your favourite music on the go.

Invisible pollutants can be hiding in the air you breathe indoors. Cooking, cleaning, burning candles, and spraying aerosols while getting ready can all produce airborne particles and gases.

Air purifiers remove pollutants and then project purified air throughout the room. Dyson purifiers monitor your air quality and remove 99.95% of particles as small as 0.1 microns.² For a cleaner and healthier living environment.

Keep your devices powered up and connected with a variety of charging cables and remember to pack an extension lead in case there aren’t enough sockets in your room.

To avoid losing your important uni files, invest in an external hard drive or back up your work to the cloud. USB sticks are also a good solution for transferring data from one device to another.

Stay organised and prepared for lectures and assignments with the right stationery supplies. Notepads in various sizes are essential for keeping track of important information and jotting down ideas.

Stock up on pens in different colours and styles for note-taking and creative projects. And to maximise workspace efficiency in your room, invest in desk organisers, pencil pots and document trays.

Personalise your space and add decorative touches with sentimental items.

Display cherished memories with stylish photo frames, create a cosy and inviting atmosphere with delicate fairy lights, or showcase your favourite snapshots of friends and family with a decorative string of hanging polaroid photos.

A memo board with pins is a great way to stay organised and on top of your to-do lists, while a full-length mirror helps make sure you look your best before heading out the door.

Bring life and freshness to your room with low-maintenance house plants and use a reed diffuser to infuse your space with your favourite scents and aromas.

Finally, keep your belongings tidy and organised with a selection of storage boxes and separators.

From kitchen utensils to cleaning tools, investing in the right uni essentials and technology will help you feel at home in your new student environment.