Top five things to do before starting uni

Starting uni this year and have absolutely no clue where to begin getting ready? We've got you covered!

This handy download gives you a rundown of five key starting points for preparing for university life. It covers:

  • Cooking
  • Getting ahead with your reading
  • Laundry
  • Budgeting
  • Important documents to bring

Plus you'll find a very handy packing list at the end - we recommend printing this out and checking it off to make sure you don't forget anything essential!

Download our preparing for uni guide now

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