The University of law students' Union

International Students' Checklist

This checklist offers suggestions and ideas for moving into a new apartment for studies.

It's important to note that the items listed are not mandatory to purchase; rather, they serve as recommendations to enhance your experience. Feel free to select the items that suit your needs and preferences.

Remember to check whether your accommodation will supply some items.

Additionally, if you're traveling to the UK, it might be advantageous to consider purchasing these items locally instead of bringing them from abroad. By doing so, you can avoid potential extra charges for luggage fees at the airport.

To download a printable version of this checklist, click here

Type of item

Item

Store

Food

Rice

Supermarkets, local Indian stores

Food

Pasta

Supermarkets

Food

Cereal

Supermarkets

Food

Bread

Supermarkets

Food

Milk

Supermarkets

Food

Eggs

Supermarkets

Food

Fresh fruit and vegetables

Supermarkets, local greengrocers

Food

Cooking oil

Supermarkets

Food

Spices

Supermarkets, local Indian stores

Food

Instant noodles

Supermarkets

Kitchen Utensils

Pots and pans

Argos, Amazon, kitchenware stores

Kitchen Utensils

Plates, bowls and cutlery

Argos, Amazon, kitchenware stores

Kitchen Utensils

Mixing bowls

Argos, Amazon, kitchenware stores

Kitchen Utensils

Baking tray

Argos, Amazon, kitchenware stores

Kitchen Utensils

Blender

Argos, Amazon, electrical appliance stores

Kitchen Utensils

Toaster

Argos, Amazon, electrical appliance stores

Kitchen Utensils

Kettle

Argos, Amazon electrical appliance stores

Kitchen Utensils

Microwave

Argos, Amazon electrical appliance stores

Kitchen Utensils

Food storage containers

Supermarkets, Argos, Amazon

Clothing

T-shirts

High street stores, online retailers

Clothing

Jeans

High street stores, online retailers

Clothing

Sweaters

High street stores, online retailers

Clothing

Formal shirts or blouses

High street stores, online retailers

Clothing

Dress or skirt

High street stores, online retailers

Clothing

Jacket or coat

High street stores, online retailers

Clothing

Shoes

Shoe stores, online retailers

Clothing

Underwear

High street stores, online retailers

Clothing

Socks

High street stores, online retailers

Clothing

Formal attire (suit/dress) for job interviews

High street stores, online retailers

Stationery supplies

Notebooks

Stationery stores, supermarkets

Stationery supplies

Pens and pencils

Stationery stores, supermarkets

Stationery supplies

Highlighters

Stationery stores, supermarkets

Stationery supplies

Sticky notes

Stationery stores, supermarkets

Stationery supplies

Calculator

Stationery stores, supermarkets

Stationery supplies

Scissors

Stationery stores, supermarkets

Stationery supplies

Backpack or bag for books

Department stores, online retailers

Household essentials

Bedding (bedsheets, pillowcases)

Department stores, Amazon

Household essentials

Pillows

Department stores, Amazon

Household essentials

Blankets

Department stores, Amazon

Household essentials

Towels

Department stores, Amazon

Household essentials

Cleaning supplies (dish soap, surface cleaners)

Supermarkets

Household essentials

Laundry detergent

Supermarkets

Household essentials

Clothes hangers

Supermarkets, department stores

Household essentials

Iron and ironing board

Department stores, Amazon, Argos

Household essentials

Heater and electric fan

Department stores, Amazon, Argos

Household essentials

Vacuum cleaner

Amazon, electrical appliance stores, Argos

Personal care

Toothbrush and toothpaste

Supermarkets, drug stores

Personal care

Shampoo and conditioner

Supermarkets, drug stores

Personal care

Body wash or soap

Supermarkets, drug stores

Personal care

Deodorant

Supermarkets, drug stores

Personal care

Razer and shaving cream

Supermarkets, drug stores

Personal care

Feminine hygiene products

Supermarkets, drug stores

Personal care

Hand soap

Supermarkets, drug stores

Personal care

Moisturiser

Supermarkets, drug stores

Personal care

Medications if needed

Pharmacies

Electronics

Laptop

Electrical stores, online retailers

Electronics

Mobile phone

Mobile phone stores, online retailers

Electronics

USB flash drive

Electrical stores, online retailers

Electronics

Headphones

Electrical stores, online retailers

Electronics

Power adapter

Electrical stores, online retailers

Electronics

Extension cords

Electrical stores, online retailers

Miscellaneous

Umbrella

Supermarkets, department stores

Miscellaneous

Travel mug

Supermarkets, department stores

Miscellaneous

Water bottle

Supermarkets, pharmacies

Miscellaneous

First aid kit

Supermarkets, electronic stores