It's coming to that time where making a decision about what University you want to go to, what do you need to take, and whether you can afford it is all you stress about.
So here are some things I wish I knew before starting uni...
First of all, relax! Making a decision whilst stressed is never a good idea. When it comes to making that decision on UCAS, think it through.
Warning: You do not get half term holidays.- I did not know this when I started.
Now, making the decision whether to move or stay home is another level of stress. I chose to stay at home because I live 30 minutes away from the university and the first year was free travel, which means I'm left to live on my loan without the worry of travel money. I have friends that can only afford to live on bare essentials each week due to the price of accommodation. If you are able to access the uni via transport, stay home and use the transport. If not, move but don't just move because you feel like it would be more fun because at the end of the day its not fun if you're living an hour away from your friends with only a tin of soup to last you three days.
What you'll need:
A printer- No one wants to spend more time than they need to in the library printing.
A good working laptop- Trust me, it'll save your life.
A noticeboard- Being organised will also save your life.
Warm clothes- By the second day you'll have exchanged your nice clothes for your fave lounge wear and no one will say a thing.
Stock up on sweet food- For when uni is too much.
Stock up on alcohol- For when uni is too much.
A big bag- one day you'll have nothing in, the next you'll have your whole bedroom in it.
Snacks- Taking snacks into a lecture will always be a good decision.
A diary- This will help you remember what day it is and how long you have till the end of semester.
YIK YAK- Gossip central about campus.
Netflix- Believe me, this will be your saviour after a lecture or even during a lecture.
I hope that this list of essentials that I have came across during the year, have helped you some how!
Let me know your essentials, what uni are you going to? Are you having a gap year?
Ciao for now...
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