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This post is giving you some university room ideas that will transform your uni room from drab to fab!

Ello ello, you’re here because you are looking for some ideas on how to decorate your university room. All three of my university bedrooms were given to me bare and bland and yours will be too. They will lack personality, have ugly carpets and probably a few DIY paint jobs in random spaces on the wall. Therefore, you want to quickly get in there and decorate it to make it yours as you will be living there for a whole year. It’s possible, it’s doable and all of these ways below will help make your room yours.

If you haven’t yet packed for University, make sure to check out my Ultimate Uni Packing List, comprising of everything you need! Without further ado, let me share some of the best genius ways to decorate your university room.

This post is all about University room ideas.

University Room Ideas

We are here to take the stress out of decorating your room and make it easy as possible. Your university room is going to be your little slice of heaven, whether that be to relax after a long day, entertain friends, and get your study in (amongst other things lol.)

Before we get into the university room ideas, I am going to list a few things all university students need when you are decorating you uni room: renter friendly adhesives!

Student Friendly/ Renter Friendly Decoration Must Haves!

You are going to be sticking some of these things up and these command strips all leave no mess, no fuss! However, if there is a bit of a mess this polly filler pen is amazing!

Now enough chatting from our end, here are some super cool and easy university room ideas.

1. Hanging Ivy

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This idea will NEVER get old, because you can do so much with this fake hanging ivy. I love how simply Lily hung these up but I have been in plenty of university room where these ivys have been draped so artistically across walls and bookshelves. Also, adding some nice greenery to your room will really brighten it up and make it more inviting and cozy. Plus, these require zero watering!

2. University Room Ideas IKEA Plants

This uni room decor idea was one of my favourite ways to add an extra something to my uni bedrooms. I do not suggest keeping plants that need a lot of watering because chances are you’ll forget to water them and if you are away on Christmas and Easter break, no one will water the for you. Alas, fake plants are the answer!

These were my favourites (you can also get them from IKEA):

3. Washi-Tap Wall!

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Who else had never though of using washi tape on their walls? If you are looking for some university room ideas for your walls that is simple (and fairly easy) this is such a perfect solution for art on your walls! Student landlords will literally fine you for anything so luckily, washi tape does not leave any marks behind- a perfect university room ideas.

Drawback, i guess you can only really work in lines. HOWEVER, you can get yourself some really cool washi tape and go all out!

4. Pompom Garlands!

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I have to say these pompoms are one of my most favourite university room ideas as they are so frickin cute! I love how different they are from your traditional fairylights 😍 and they come in so many colours and styles for you to chose from (like they even do Christmas ones!) Definitely pick these up and hang them on your bed, wall, shelves, anything, for a pop of colour.

5. University Room Ideas LED Lights

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LEDs are not just for teenage boy bedrooms anymore. LEDs are extremely versatile when it comes to decorating and they can literally go anywhere. Some options for university room decor is:

• LEDs around the wall
• LEDs behind furniture – so it looks like it’s glowing
• LEDs around a floor length mirror
• Like this photo, LEDS around weird wall shapes!

These ones are perfect – they’re just long enough to fit any space and they even sync to music (perfect for house parties!)

6. A Whole-Azz Photo Wall!

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A photo wall is perfect, especially if you are going far away to uni! It’s so nice to have a a few photos (or a hundred) from home. For cheap photos definitely check out freeprints! However if you do not want to have photos of yourself on your walls, these packs from amazon are great and come in a bunch of different themes/ colours.

Also the crochet pillow is so cute and homey. I think the crochet adds a nice new dimension to your room and is quite different to your standard pillows. Its so important you add some luxury to your room- you may be students but you still deserve nice things 🙂

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7. University Room Ideas Food Storage

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In my opinion this is one of the best university room ideas ever! Going to the kitchen to make a drink is SO last year. These trolleys are so versatile you can put snacks, books, whatever you want on them. They can be as decorative as you want them to be! Having it is a MOVABLE drinks cart is so smart though- you will be studying and do not have to get up to make some coffee!

8. Art Prints!

@thecuriousplannerblog

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Art prints immediately make your room yours! They add so much personality to your room and DO NOT break the bank or the rental agreement!

PS: your university will most likely have a poster fair at some point in the first few months so definitely check that out for more variety!

Want more university tips? Here are 15 things you should know before you start university!

9. Photo Grids

I love these photo grids and I wish I knew about them whilst I was at university. They are multifunctional and you can double them up and make them as large as you would like!

I would personally go for a mix of things on my board, from photos, to memos, to memorabilia (is that the word I am going for?) just to make it more personal.

9. Bookshelf Desk

If you are not living in halls or just have a very small desk, I highly recommend buying one of these desktop bookshelves.

They’re so cool and you can adapt them to however you like. These add so much function to your desk and also saves a bunch of desk space.

If you would like some more desk ideas, check out my ‘how to organise your desk’ post here.

10. Moon Phase Garland

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This garland is one of my most favourite university room ideas! I love the moon phases, and the fact that they come in a bunch of metal colours is an added bonus, so they can fit any theme/ taste. I highly recommend looking into these because they are out of this world! 😍😍😍

11. Fairy Light Wall

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If you do not have room for a source of light in your room; these lights are the perfect solution. The fairy lights make your room feel super cosy and relaxing. They are also super easy to put up and surprisingly really long.

I got these for a pretty good price, especially as they are electric and you can change the light settings on them! They are one of the favourite things in my room; highly recommend!

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• 8 EASY Money Saving Tips Every Student Needs to Know
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• Genius Ways to Make your Room More Cosy!

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12. University Room Ideas: Mirror It Up

I am obsessed with mirrors! Adding a mirror will help give the appearance of a bigger room and you can also take bomb ass outfit photos and the prints just add more of your personality.

Both of the options above are great prices for mirrors (honestly never knew how expensive mirrors could be!) the black one is a great option as it hangs over your door- this could be for bathroom, bedroom or wardrobe doors. This mirror also comes in a range of colours and can fit both jewellery and makeup.

13. Must Have University Room Tapestry

Every first time uni student needs a tapestry to jazz up their room and these ones are my absolute favourite:

14. University Room Ideas Storage Boxes

Who says storage has to be ugly? Storage can look super trendy whilst also being extremely functional.

The options listed below are really good for university as they are cute, easily transportable (between moves) and they fit various functions.

I cannot get over how cute these little baskets are! i’m thinking skincare in one, shower stuff in the other, all little face towels in the third. These are just an overall university room ideas staple because they can make anything look cute!

These are such cute decor options as opposed to clear bags/ caddies.

These storage boxes are absolute lifesavers. They can go just about anywhere and look really nice on top of a wardrobe/ under the bed. Plus, they have lids!!

If you are looking for something a bit more trendy and boujie, these white wicker baskets are stunning! They come in three different sizes and make GREAT storage decor!

15. Cool Photo Frames

Photo frames are a nice way to spice up your university room decor. I love cool and unique frames and these are so lovely.

16. Photo Lines

These are also such a cool way to spruce up a naked wall whilst adding personality. Not only do you need to hang up photos but you can also hang up cool prints.

That’s a wrap! 20+ University Room Ideas perfect for your university room! Make sure to send pictures if this post inspires your university room; we’d love to see them!

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This post is giving you all some of the best last minute dorm room ideas you need to copy* to make your dorm room yours!

Hello! If you are reading this you are probably a freshman (or mum of said freshman) in college and you are looking for some quick and easy dorm room ideas you can copy to make your room yours. We love a last minute queen so there’s nothing artsy or too complicated in this post.

There are so many lovely dorm rooms out there to take inspiration from and I have given you a few of the best in this post. With something to suit every style and theme, you will love these ideas!

Dorm Room Ideas You Need to Copy

The cute boho mirrors idea

I am absolutely in love with these round mirrors. Not only do they add functionality but they also add style and a cool dimension to your dorm room that will make it look bigger!

The cool way to display your photos idea

These grid notice boards aren’t only good for organising your desk space (click here for my ultimate guide on how to organise your desk space) but for hanging up photos!

The best way to store your coffee and a comfy place to drink it idea

I absolutely love this shelving unit! As you can see, the girl in the picture has all of her food and coffee maker on it. It makes everything look super stylish and organised. I am obsessed!

These saucer chairs are so great and they look so comfy. They come in a range of colours so you will definitely find one that fits your colour scheme.

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The best chill out pillows idea

Sometimes you just want to chill out and do some work on your bed. These bed rest pillows are amazing to do just that.

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The nature is my thing but so it totally cosy vibes

Adding some fake plants to your room will really give your room a splash of colour. These hanging ivys are amazing for that!

Adding some big twinkling lights will make your room look way more homely and comfy.

The I am totally chic af vibe

Get a great big throw and a cute headboard to immediately add some luxury to your room. The headboard is obviously not that relevant but having a great throw will really transform your space!

Also, look how gorgeous these pillow are! They come in multiple colours and sizes (definitely going to be purchasing these for myself!)

The ‘I have an ugly floor and need to cover it’ idea

Adding an area rug will both cover up ugly flooring and carpet and also keep your toes warm! This area rug will add so much to your room and really transform your space. It comes in SO MANY colours so it is really worth looking at.

The ‘who are you? I am the owner of this house.’ idea.

That totally was a tiktok reference and no, I am not ashamed. I love these monograms, just incase you ever forget what side of the room is yours lol.

There you have it; the best dorm room ideas that you can copy last minute!

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This post is the TOP starting university tips for students, every student needs to know to ensure you have the best time ever.

If you are reading this, you are: a. a fresher OR b. a parent/ guardian of said fresher, getting ready to start university for the first time. I know first hand that starting university can be a bit daunting; there’s so much to do in so little time and let’s face it: you’re nervous.

BUT do not worry; I am here to help you and take a lot of that stress away by giving you the top 15+ starting university tips from people who actually went to university!

After reading this post you will be so much better prepared to take on first year with these university fresher’s tips.

This post is all about starting university tips you need to know.

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Starting University Tips You NEED To Know

These tips are going to mostly relate to your university experience and things a lot of people do not tell you! Let’s get into some things to consider when going to university and living away from home for the first time.

1. Your housemates are NOT going to be your best friends

This is one that was a shocker to learn. When you see people on instagram at uni, they seem so close with their housemates; they’re having the best time at Freshers and really living their best uni life. Or are they? Most likely case scenario, it will not last or they’re only showing a few of their housemates.

You’re living with new people for the first time in your life and personalities are bound to clash. You are not going to get along with everyone and not everyone is going to get along with you.

Sometimes the people you don’t get along with are your housemates and this is OK as it pushes you out of your comfort zone to make new friends and hang around with the housemates you do get along with.

2. People are only posting the ‘Fun Times!’

During first year you are going to go through a bit of a wobble where you’re a bit down and homesick and it’s not going to help seeing everyone living their best uni lives on Instagram. Just think, you have only documented the good times in your life on Instagram, you haven’t shown the downs and it is the same with other people. Everyone goes through a wobble in University, it’s tough but please don’t think you are alone in this. Talk to your friends and your family; it will be okay.

If you are finding that your anxiety sometimes is getting the best of you, please click here for my guide on what helps reduce my anxiety, which may help you too.

3. You NEED to know that some students are messy!

On the more gross side of these starting university tips is messy housemates. We have all seen the images and tiktok videos of messy student flats and prey it will never be us, but you cannot pick your housemates.
You may not mind it at first but when fresher’s is over and everyone is staying in a bit more, you are going to notice that some people do not care if a pan, with food in, has been sitting out for 5 days straight.

4. Food is expensive! (especially cheese)

This one was such a shocker. Your first food shop is going to leave you shell-shocked. You will not believe your mum has been spending a fiver on a good brick of cheese (like wth, you could use that to fund a night out!) You will soon learn which items you need to buy branded (like coffee, tea) and unbranded (like cheese.)

So here is some funny advice for university students: start saving because you can’t just live off of alcohol- you need food!

5. DO NOT move into your 2nd year University house with the People You Met in Freshers

As far as starting university tips go, this one is mega important.

Please.

You were a different person in freshers; you were drinking, living it up, having good, fun times. However, once a few months has passed and you are not that person anymore, you’re more yourself and you have found new friends; you probably do not even get along with your fresher’s friends anymore.

My uni town’s estate agencies didn’t open any of their student listings until January so we had a whole term to find some housemates. However some estate agency’s start listing as early as October so be REALLY sure on who you want to live with.

6. Try to say ‘Yes’ To Every Opportunity

You learn so much about yourself in university therefore, it is so important to say yes to everything you can say yes to. Ofcourse, this is within reason, like don’t go on a three/four day bender if you don’t want to. However, if you have always wanted to skinny dip or cheerlead, then do it!

You are only at university once and time flies; make sure you make the most of it.

7. Get To Know your Tutors

Build a relationship with them as they will be more likely to help you out with assignments and revision. Also they’re actually really cool and will share some cool stories with you.

8. Don’t like your course? Changing is easy

Well it’s easier than you think. You will most likely have to miss a year and then start in first year again but it’s easy to change. Speak to your tutors, let them know how you are feeling and they can put you in touch with people that can make the move possible.

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9. Take advantage of the FREE University services

Your university offers you so much help and hardly anyone uses it. Get in touch with the health and wellbeing team at your university and get some help. They offer:

• Counselling
• Landlord advice
• Bereavement services
• Mitigating circumstances help

And much, much more.

10. Staying Organised is Key

Keep a planner or start a bullet journal (click here to get to know how to start one) to help you keep on top of all of your work. This will help you alleviate so much stress and it will make you feel on top of things.

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11. Join Clubs to Enrich your Experience

When you start university, there is this thing called Fresher’s Fair where all of the university clubs come together in one place so you can sign up and join all of the clubs you are interested in.

Dominos is also always there giving you free pizza (yum!)

Joining clubs is a great way to meet new friends and try things you never have tried before.

12. Work Experience whilst at University is Important

It is important for your career, and your university experience. Work experience during your university years may help you decide what you want to do but most importantly, it will help you decide what you do NOT want to do.

Make things easier on your graduate self and try go for some work experience. This means applying to loads of summer internships and emailing recruiters. This will help you find a job in the post university graduate market.

13. How to Prepare for University Mentally | First Year IS NOT Always The Best Year

If you are wondering how to prepare for university mentally, this is one of the best university freshers tips. You are finding your feet, meeting your group of friends, getting to know the city, getting used to living by yourself and all of these different personalities. That’s a lot to put on yourself in 9 months.

First year can be really stressful but hang in there! I really disliked my first year but my second and third years were the best year’s I’ve had in my life. For second year, you are going to be living with people you actually want to live with and have a much better experience.

14. University Long Distance Relationships do NOT work

Take this starting university tips with a pinch of salt as every relationship is different!

Now this is one I do not have experience in but I know a few people that have. Relationships at uni are hard. Freshers is an intense experience so it’s difficult to go through it when you’re apart from someone.

15. The best starting university tips is: It’s NOT as Scary as You Think It Will Be

University will most likely be the best time of your life. You learn so much about yourself and others, you go through so many ups and downs but everything is worth it. You will meet some friends for life and do some questionable things but you’ll laugh more than you cry and think about uni for the rest of your life.

There we have it! 15 Tops Starting University Tips You Need To Know Before You Start University! If you have any more things people should know, please leave them below.

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As a recent graduate and having already finished University/ College and gone through three bedrooms and three houses, I think it is safe to say, I know exactly what to bring to University/ College. This is for both my UK and more students; i’ve included every single thing you need for staying in halls, dorm rooms and houses. Here is the ultimate university packing list for 2024.

This post lists absolutely EVERY SINGLE THING you need to pack for university; all the crucial bits and bobs that will get you through your few years there.

PS. I do have a few posts of absolutely non-essential essentials that’ll make your life so much easier! In this post I give 22 ESSENTIAL Uni Items that Will Save Your Life and here are 21 Things a Fresher Should Bring to Uni (on top of these items!)

This post is all about what to bring to university.

What to Bring to University

Now I know how stressful university packing can be so I have provided you this list in bitesized chunks – wooh!

I’ve broken the guide down into the following:

You can click on each section to navigate easily throughout the guide.

• Absolute What to Bring To University Essentials
• Bedding
• Furniture
• Organisers
• Decorations
• Kitchen Essentials
• Bathroom Essentials
• Cleaning Essentials
• University/ Study Essentials.

University Packing List Absolute Essentials

This list is going to comprise of items that I highly recommend you take with you to University. These items made life so much easier for me and my friends and made my space feel more homely and comfortable.

1. Mattress Topper – A What To Bring to University MUST HAVE!

Now, the mattress provided to you by your university/ landlord is probably over a decade or so old. That means at least 10 or so people have slept in that bed for a year before you. Therefore, your bed is gonna be springy. I strongly suggest buying a mattress topper because it helps to increase your comfort whilst sleeping.

2. Mattress Protector

Most places provide you with a mattress protector however, I recommend buying your own because you have no idea who used that mattress protector before you.

3. A Heater/ Fan

Sometimes in halls and student housing, the people you are sharing a space with will not want the heating on or let’s face it, your heaters are probably broken anyway and your windows do not even open fully. Therefore a heater and fan system is perfect just to heat up and cool down your room.

4. Kettle

Most places provide kettles however, some do not. Double check with your housing if they do. A lot of the times the kettles have definitely seen better days so it could be worth you and your housemates chipping in and buying a kettle. Also, if you are really lazy and cannot be asked going to a fro the kitchen, it’s nice to have a kettle in your room (high-key tea addict right here.)

5. Thermoflask!

I struggle with the actual name of these; I believe they are called thermoflasks. These bottles are multi-functional, keeping your cold drinks cold and your hot drinks hot. This means you do not have to make constant trips to the kitchen in the night and you can also save money on hot drinks during your lectures.

6. 6ft Extension Cord

Pretty self explanatory, these are, however the amount of people that forget them is insane! Grab yourself two and stick them in the places you need them so you won’t have to worry about running out of sockets!

7. Black Out Curtains

You’re getting in from a night out at 5am and really, really want to sleep in. However, the curtains/ blinds provided (if any) are so see-through they might aswell not even be there. I highly recommend investing in some black out curtains or at least some black out stick tabs that you can stick onto the blinds provided.

The ones listed come in so many colours and are at a really good price point- definitely check them out!

8. Wardrobe Organiser

Student wardrobes are tiny so you need to be creative to maximise your space. These organisers were a lifesaver for me and practically doubled my wardrobe space. These come in three colours and can fit so much in them. If you have limited storage, these are for you!

What to Bring to University: Bedding

Now I have already discussed the importance of a mattress topper and a mattress protector but you also need the rest of your bed coverings.

9. This 2 Pillow Pack

Investing in some good pillows is always a shout. Do not take the ones you have at home because what are you gonna sleep on when you go back?

10. The Duvet of Dreams

The thicker the duvet cover, the better, right? This will get you through the cold winter nights and chilly mornings. This may make it so you don’t want to leave your bed but they are soooo worth it!

11. These Crisp and Fun Duvet Covers that will fit any theme

Save yourself from unpacking your bedroom only to find that your pastel blue bed sheets clash with the gross yellow walls of the university dorm halls. Therefore, it really is crucial (to save yourself annoyance) to get some neutral bedsheets. I love buying mine from places like Asda and Primark so have a look out when you next go food shopping for some great cheap bedding. These ones from Amazon are stunning and give off a luxurious vibe.

12. This Soft Throw Blanket

These Bourina throw blankets are my favourite on Amazon! They come in so many different colours, they’re huge, look great on your bed and are super warm. As with the throw, pillows are one of the best way to spruce up your bedroom. You can definitely also get some nice blankets from Primark, Dunelm, B&M etc.

13. This Bed Shelf

For all of us lazy bones who love to keep everything in reach, these hang off of the bed shelves are amazing. These are also great if you do not have a bed side table and don’t like having your phone in your bed when you sleep.

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What to Bring to University: Furniture

Usually your university will provide you with a bed, a basic desk with the most uncomfortable desk chair ever and a wardrobe. Therefore, it is up to you to furnish the rest of your room.

14. This Shoe Rack

It is so annoying having shoes wherever you step therefore, have them all in one place with this shoe rack. This makes finding the pair of shoes you want easier and is a great organisational tool.

15. Cube Storage System

These are great pieces of furniture for your rooms. You can get them from Ikea but they also do great ones online. This is great to have beside your bed to store things on top of and its also a great place to organise and hide your junk 😉 These are also considerably cheaper than a traditional drawer system and they look way cooler.

16. Floor Lamp

I love having lamps in my space as opposed to the overhead light. This one linked is so trendy and cool, and it’s just under £30! It’s quite different to your usual floor lamp and will add a nice ambiance to your room. If you are thinking about what to bring to university lighting wise, let this be your one thing!

17. A Comfortable Desk Chair

Now these are very spenny so please only get one if you can afford it!

The chairs provided are always grossly uncomfortable. Investing in a chair that you can take with you for wherever you move to during your university years (and beyond!) is optimal. You would like a chair that is both comfortable and stylish; that allows you to sit there for hours studying and fits in with each room.

I absolutely love this chair. You can prop a pillow up in it for even more comfort and style.

The great thing about investing in a chair like this is that the price is justifiable as after you leave university you can use it for your (potential) work from home job OR you can sell it on!

18. Mirror, Mirror on the Wall

‘Holy cow, mirrors are so expensive’ is something i thought when i was buying my mirror for university. Who knew a piece of breakable glass would be over £50? Not me.

Ultimately you want to save space in your rooms so having one that hangs over the door is a fab idea. This one doubles up as a jewellery organiser and comes in multiple colours so it is definitely justifying it’s price.

Again, this is another piece of furniture you can keep with you throughout your university years and beyond.

What to Bring to University: Organisers

A few things have been mentioned above such as, wardrobe organisers, shoe racks and those awesome bed bags.

19. Fabric Storage Bins

If you know me, you know how I SWEAR by the storage containers! These fabric ones come in a range of colours, sizes, and textures, you cannot go wrong with them. They are also collapsible so they are easy to store and the price point is great, too!

The few that I have linked will look great both in the cube storage, in your bathroom or just sitting out in your room!

20. Plastic Storage Bins

Plastic storage bins are useful for so many things such as, under the bed storage, storing things you are not yet using such as winter jackets, cleaning supplies and different semester work. They are also really useful to pack all of your things in whilst moving. They are definitely something you should get as they are super sturdy and will last years.

21. These Stationary/ Makeup Organisers

If you look at our desk organisation ideas, you’ll see how good these bad boys are in action! They are multi-fuctional and you can store loads of little bits in them! Coming in multiple sizes these organisers fit in almost drawer, too.

22. Makeup Storage

If you do not have one of these make-up organisers, you need to get one ASAP! They are amazing. The great thing about these, especially for university students, is that you can just grab the case and go! With everything already organised, put it in your bag and you are good to go, whether that be to someone else space to get ready or home for the weekend!

23. Wardrobe Expandable Hangers

These hangers will save you so much room and allow you to maintain your shopping addiction! Each hanger basically holds around 5-6 pieces of clothing, allowing you to never run out of space.

24. Shower Caddy

Shower caddy’s are great to just grab and head to the bathroom with every morning and evening. It means no one uses your stuff and everything you need is in one place, easily accessible. The plastic option is my personal favourite. I bought the pack of two and used one for my toiletries and the other for cleaning supplies!

25. En- suite/ Shared Bathroom Shelving

I shared a bathroom throughout university and having one of these so all of us had our own shelf was great. If you have an ensuite, you can have a shelf for cleaning supplies, one for toiletries and another for spares. You can also use this behind your bedroom door and fill it with snacks and drinks.

What to Bring to University: Decorations

The best way to make your room your own is to decorate it with things that remind you of home and make you happy. Here are a few things that I loved and would love to decorate my uni room with.

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26. Fairy Light Photo Hangers

Are you even a girl at university if you don’t have twinkling fairy lights? Yeah I think not. These ones are so cool because you can stick your photos on them.

You can even start the year off with no photos and as they year goes on you can add pics to it.

27. Fairy light Wall

We had one of these in our living room during my third year of university and they were so cool. The majority of them can change colours and have different light settings. if you are not into heavy decoration then these are perfect just to stick up and they still look like you’ve put in a lot of effort.

28. Tapestry

Most people get their tapestries from Amazon purely because they are cheaper on Amazon. Just make sure to check with your housemates if you have the same ones because trust me, its highly likely. The ones linked above are so gorgeous! If you can spend a bit more, Redbubble do great tapestries.

29. LED Projector Light

These have been all over tiktok this summer and omg, I need one. Can you just imagine walking into your room, turning this bad boy on and being transported to another galaxy?

Also, these are so frickin good for house parties – highly recommend!!

30. Some Plants

I recommend buying some succulents that do not need as much attention because chances are you will forget to water them and they may not have enough sunlight. Also if you go away for a few weeks on Christmas or Spring Break chances are you’ll come back to a dead plant.

31. Area Rugs

My third year university carpet was so thin and manky I had to buy a carpet and I don’t regret it at all. This rug made my space feel more like my own.

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What to Bring to University Kitchen Essentials

Most of the time your housing should provide you with a kettle and a toaster but not much else. You can also expect some people’s left over pots and pans but I really would not use those.

32. Kitchenware Kits

Before i get into all the separate items you can buy, whilst I was browsing on Amazon looking for things, I came across kits you can buy which may work out cheaper for you instead of buying things separately. They are definitely worth a look at.

33. Cutlery Set

Most supermarkets will do sets of cutlery comprising of knives, forks, spoons, bowls and plates. These are super good deals but please only get around 2-4 of each item because let me tell you now, you do not need 6 bowls.

34. Mug Set

I am a mug hoarder so I had about 6 mugs and I don’t regret it. I recommend having about 2/3 mugs therefore there is always one that is clean and ready for your coffee. These ones on Amazon are super cute but you can deffo get cheaper ones elsewhere 🙂

35. Pot, Pan and Oven Dish Set

The prices for pots and pans really make purchasing the whole kit worth it- it’ll only be a couple of pounds more and you get a whole bunch of extra things.

36. Cooking Utensils

I would always recommending purchasing your own utensils. Whilst it is great to share some things like a can opener etc, when you have utensils you use on the daily its best to have your own. Save yourself from washing other people’s dishes and use yours!

37. Cheese Grater

Yes, a CHEESE GRATER! I capitalised this because of it’s importance lol. You can get these for suuuuper cheap at your supermarket! But you can also get this nifty one from amazon, it is super convenient and compact that you can grate your cheese directly into the pot attached!

38. Tupperware for Meal Prep/ Leftovers

Tupperware is great for leftovers, lunches, and freezing food for meal planning. You can also use these to store herbs and spices, flour and sugar. You can never have too many tuperware containers.

39. Thermo Mugs!

We spoke about thermoflask bottles, but here we have the mugs! These are good to take with you – hot drinks on the go! This one is great because you can also use it for cold drinks, too <3

What to Bring to University: Bathroom Must Haves

40. Towels

It’s a great idea to have more than one body and one face/ hand towel. What’s even better is to have towels that match that way you don’t mix them up with anyone else.

41. Laundry Basket

How cool is this hamper? It comes with three compartments, meaning you never have to sort out and separate your clothes before washing them again. This will save you so much time and money as you can be conscious of your wash load.

42. Shower Shoes

Some uni accommodation bathrooms are so so dirty and no one wants to be catching athlete’s foot. These also come in a bunch of colours and sizes, perfect for gross conditions.

43. A Dressing Gown/ Robe

I had this dressing gown throughout my time at university and I’m pretty sure it never left my body lol. This specific robe comes in a bunch of different colours and lengths.

What to Bring to University: Cleaning Essentials

44. Laundry Detergent

Make sure to get a big one so it can last you for most of the year.

45. Fabric Softener

Again make sure to get a big fabric softener so it can last. This Comfort one is one of my favourites- it makes your clothes super soft and doesn’t give you the itch that some softeners do as it is hypoallergenic.

46. Washing Up Liquid

Another great thing to bulk buy as the prices of fairy liquid has really shot up recently. This lemon one is my absolute favourite – yummy yum.

47. Dish sponge and scrubber

These sponges are a true life-saver. It can be so gross washing up other plates and pots, touching other wet food (vom). Eliminate that and grab yourself some of these bad boys.

These come in a pack of three, so you can even use one for the shower, one for the kitchen and have one spare!

48. Toilet Brush Cleaner Set

A very important what to bring to university essential: a toilet brush! These silicone ones are way more hygienic and this one is very compact.

49. Anti-Bacterial Wipes

These you can get for about a pound or two from the supermarket.

50. Small Bin and Bin Liners

51. Air Freshener Wall Plug In

I love plug-ins- they are a great replacement for candles, which are not allowed in many student and rented accomodations. This one from Febreze smells lovely and fresh.

What to Bring to University Study Essentials

I have already written a post on must have desk organisers for university so definitely check that out. However, I thought I would also add a few more things that will make studying and going to lectures easier.

52. A Stylist Bag

This stylist tote bag comes with thick straps to protect your shoulder but also multiple compartments and a zip for safety.

The colour options are also great!

53. A Good Backpack

You are going to be carrying your laptop, your books, your water, food, notes, stationary and more every single day. Therefore, it is so important you invest in a great bag that has multiple compartments and supports your back. This one is great because it comes in multiple colours and fits just about anything.

54. A Laptop That is Light and will Last!

I had a heavy ass laptop during my first year and I could not take it anywhere. It was then I invested in my Macbook Pro and I have not looked back since. I have taken it with me to every lecture, every library trip and 3 years later she is still running as smooth as ever.

However, if Apple is not your thing. I know that HP do amazing light and super efficient laptops you can check out. Overall, this is an absolute must for your university packing list!

55. A Spare Phone Charger

‘Sorry, I have the iphone 15’. Well with this handy dandy bad boy you don’t have to worry about never having the wrong charger.

There are 2 in this pack and each has a iphone charger, usb c, and usb b port!

56. An Amazon Alexa

If you are umming and ahhing over wha to bring to university tech wise, let this be the thing (besides your laptop lol). I cannot tell you how much I loved and continue to love my Alexa. She used to wake me up *gently* for lecturers, played me podcasts and helped me get to sleep at night by playing rain noises.

Sometimes when I was studying I used my Alexa to ask basic chemistry questions; she’s a great study companion! Also the speaker on the Alexa is amazing. Overall, making the Alexa an ultimate university room essential.

57. Bluetooth/ Wireless Earphones

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Phew! I told you this list was extensive! I hope you stayed with me until the end as now you know exactly what to bring to university! I will be updating this list every few months so make sure to check back when you can.

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This post is all about how to get straight As in A-levels.

We’ll be teaching you how to secure those As or whatever grade you want for your A-levels through organisation and awesome revision techniques.

A-levels were the most difficult exam season I have ever completed (and I have a Chemistry degree!) The amount of work and time you have to dedicate to each subject is a full time job in itself, so when you have three to revise for it’s almost impossible to achieve. I said almost because it is possible to get the grades you need, with dedication and this guide. Now you may not be aiming for all As but the steps in this guide will ensure you succeed. Here’s how to Study and How to Get Straight As in A-Levels: Science Edition. 

I took Chemistry and Biology as 2/3 of my A-level options and they required so much attention, especially biology. Therefore I am saying this in the kindest way possible….

GET RID OF YOUR PHONE AND ANY DISTRACTIONS OTHERWISE YOU’LL FAIL

Okay that was a bit dramatic but all jokes aside, your phone is a massive distraction and you will not preform as well as you would like to if you don’t leave it alone.

During my A-levels I used the app Forest (read about it here in my Free Apps that increase your productivity) which stopped me from going on my phone. You’ll also have to turn off whatsapp on your macbook and facebook notifications. Apps consume so much of our time, it’s ridiculous and not needed in A-levels, thank you very much. 

Now you have gotten rid of these distractions, how are you supposed to revise and get straight As? Here are my magical steps. 

1) Get Organised

My bullet journal saved my academic life therefore, I cannot express this point enough. Due to the heavy workload you’ll need some sort of calendar/ diary to plot out your revision. During my A-levels I scheduled a topic per day for both chemistry and biology and once the course was completed I’d start over again. My bullet journal was an excellent tool which helped me out. If you don’t know what a bullet journal is or how to start one, click here for my guide! You’ll also need a planner to help you keep track of all assignments, homework and work you are doing as you revise as well as, other social commitments (or work…. boo.)

Make sure you carve out an extra hour or so a day (not including your free periods) to catch up on any notes. Make sure you never go into a new week with uncompleted notes/ work from the previous week because let me tell you, it will snowball out of control.

This academic planner looks amazing (better than what your school will give you) and is totally worth checking out. It has great organisers within and will help you stay on track of most things.

It also comes in multiple designs if this one is not to your liking.

2) Make A Timetable

As briefly mentioned above, timetables are a great way for you to stay on track and make sure everything is done before the exam. Be realistic though; you can’t thoroughly go over the whole of unit 4 chemistry in an hour. Make sure every minute of your revision time is accounted for and squeeze in 20 minute breaks as well, which is highly important. Make sure to prioritise the subjects you find the most difficult as these will need more time to understand and revise. 

Before exam season your timetable can be used for note preparation and homework. This makes sure you have everything completed before the mad revision rush.

I strongly recommend placing your timetable somewhere where you can see it constantly. This means you are less likely to procrastinate because you are staring at it lol.

These wall planners are an amazing tool for doing just that.

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3) Implement these Revision Techniques

These revision tips suit all types of learners; no matter which learner you are there are a few revision tips for you. These revision techniques can be implemented during the note-taking stage (eg. as you are first learning the content) or during exam season. Of course doing these things before exam season can save a lot of time, they can still be implemented during exam season as they are all great information and factual recall techniques.

Flashcards

Throughout my A-levels to the completion of my degree, flashcards were used religiously. These are a great tool for factual recall, equations and exam style questions. Go through all of your notes, textbooks and exam questions and ask yourself questions on one side of the flashcard and then put the answer on the other side.

For example, biology has a bunch of terms and processes such as, the Kelvin Cycle. What I would do was put ‘describe the Kelvin Cycle’ on one side and then a descriptor/ diagram on the other side.  

I made these packs a month or so before the exam (they take forever, so start early) and would carry them around with me everywhere to test myself whenever I had a spare minute.

I had these great ring-binders which held my flashcards (they are currently £0.89p for 100!) which allowed skipping through the flashcards easily and I could separate them by topic.

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Voice Notes

If you are an audio-learner, recording yourself speaking your notes is a great way to revise. It makes sure you understand the content as you are speaking it aloud but also has you speaking the content before you hear it. You can effectively revise whilst brushing your teeth, on your walk to school and whilst shopping.   

For example, after you have learnt all about fractional distillation, go home, describe it to yourself over and over again for about ten minutes and then record yourself saying it. Therefore, when exam season is approaching you have already described it in a way you understand and listening to it will refresh your memory.

Mind Maps

An old GCSE fave that really works. This method helps you organise your thought process. These are really good for brainstorming that dreaded biology unit 5 essay and applying your knowledge through the whole of Chemistry.  I used to buy this A3 paper from Amazon and draw mind maps for every sub-topic, making sure that I remembered everything as I drew them so many times. Also with a mind-map you can see how easily everything links which helps in the application questions.   

I recommend making a master mind map whilst looking at your notes and then emulating that over and over again without looking at your notes.

Repetition

I bought a big whiteboard and pens (again from Amazon) for the repetition technique (this saved me a bunch of paper.) I mainly used this technique for chemistry equations and biology processes such as, the heart and menstruation (oh god, and all of the cycles o_o; yes my mind has blocked out those horrors.) This will also be great for maths and physics for all of the graphs and diagrams that need to be drawn. I love whiteboards because they’re so simple to write things down on and rub them out again. The more you write them down, the better your memory is.   

Colour Code

Colour coding really is a great way on how to get straight As in your A-levels. Assigning different colours in your notes and mind maps helps you distinguish between key pieces of information. For example, assign blue for key definitions (did you know you are most likely to remember things more if you write in a blue pen?), pink for equations and green for processes. These £3 staedtler pens are so affordable and I used them religiously. I also LOVED the Stabilo pastel highlighters!

Past paper questions

The best tool out there. These questions help you get to grips with how the examiner is going to ask questions and how they want them answered. Make sure to do every past paper and really understand how the examiner wants them answered. Read the question carefully because one slight word change can have you dropping those all important marks. I had a past paper tracker that helped me keep track of my grades, which also really helped. 

Remember

Please remember to take breaks. Your brain needs time for everything to sink in. You are not a machine and cannot be sitting at a desk for 5 hours straight; it’s not healthy for your mental health. Every hour or so get up and take a walk (or go to Starbucks like i did!) Reward yourself every night with an episode of your favourite netflix show and take a long bath. Get to the gym and take out your frustration on magnets on the treadmill. You will be in such a better headspace to do well if you are happy. Self care, baby. 

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The key on how to get straight As in A-levels really does lie within this post. You need to really find it within yourself to stick to it and utilise every resource given to you. Keep the end point in site because you will get there. Your hard work will pay off.   

Good luck!

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