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If you are moving uni this year, if you haven\u2019t already, you need to start looking around for the best student bank accounts<\/strong><\/a>. On top of sorting accommodation and packing, a student bank account is one of the most important things to consider before going to University. Search around the the best student bank account to suit you. Many banks have great student perks when you open an accounts such as a free Railcard and Tastecard.<\/p>\n The likelihood is that you will be taking a few valuables to university with you including a laptop, mobile phone, iPad, tablet, watch and more. It is important to have these gadgets covered with insurance before you move. Meaning that in the unlikely event that these items get lost or stolen, you can get them replaced.<\/p>\n Arranging gadget cover is easy. Many providers offer student discounts. Here are a list websites to check out:<\/p>\n Did you know? Host<\/strong> properties come with Contents insurance automatically included. Host is working in partnership with Cover4insurance.com<\/strong> and their student insurance, Cover4Students<\/strong>, to provide some cover for the contents inside your room.<\/p>\n Security-marking your property\u00a0could help to deter thieves as well as increase the chance of the police being able to return your items if they are lost or stolen.<\/p>\n Ultraviolet marker pens use ink which lacks colour pigment, so it doesn’t leave a mark visible to the naked eye under normal lighting conditions<\/b>. However, when illuminated with a UV light source (sometimes called a blacklight), it fluoresces brightly. This is easiest to see in dim lighting conditions.<\/p>\n UV Invisible Marker Pens are low cost. Buy here from UV Gear.<\/a><\/p>\n Your course may have provided you with a pre uni reading list. Before you move to uni, it might be worthwhile to shop around and see if you can find these books so you are sorted before the rush come term time. It also gives you time to look for second hand uni books (we all know books can be expensive). Have a look on these following websites for second hand uni books:<\/p>\n Like to plan ahead? Get started with finding local GP surgeries to you university or student accommodation.<\/p>\n Things you need when signing up to a GP surgery as a student:<\/p>\n Your halls of residents and university should have further information to help you sign up to local GPs. If you wish to sign up ahead of time, follow these links to find your local surgery depending on where you are studying.<\/p>\n Make sure you find out what your student accommodation provides before packing for uni.<\/p>\n Why not get everything you need delivered to your room before you arrive?<\/p>\n With UniKitOut<\/a>, you can choose from a range of student essential kits. We recommend The Complete Kit which includes everything you need to set you up for a great year in your student accommodation. From towels to Tupperware and bedding to cutlery \u2013 it\u2019s all included. Use the code \u2018HOST10\u2019 to get 10% off and what\u2019s best UniKitOut will deliver it direct to your chosen student accommodation so it\u2019ll be ready for move in.<\/p>\n Some food items can be pre-bought as they have long use-by dates.<\/p>\n If you have space when packing, it may be handy to have these with you so you don’t have to rush out to do the big student food shop<\/a> as soon as you arrive.<\/p>\n Make the most of being a student. Download all the student discount apps so you can save your dollar throughout your university years. Going to Nando’s or want to buy something on ASOS? Check on these apps if there is a discount code you can use first. Go go go…<\/p>\n Other apps and popular brands also offer student discount. Read the T&Cs before purchasing.<\/p>\n Travelling far from home when you move to uni?<\/p>\n Get 1\/3 0ff all train travel with a 16-25 Railcard<\/a>. A Railcard will cost \u00a330 for 1 year or<\/strong> \u00a370 for 3 years.<\/p>\n There is nothing worse than that feeling when you realise you’ve forgotten your loved one’s birthday.<\/p>\n Being away from family and friends when you move to university means that you might forget important dates. Especially when you’re busy studying and (occasionally partying).<\/p>\n Before you leave for university, why not add all important dates for the next couple of years in to your phone Calendar or personal diary. Sorted.<\/p>\n Have Spotify<\/a> on your mobile? Make sure you change your account to a student one!<\/p>\n Just \u00a35.99\/month while you\u2019re a student. Cancel anytime.<\/p>\n Follow Host on our social channels\u00a0Facebook\u00a0<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Instagram<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0for the latest\u00a0news<\/a>\u00a0and information.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Moving to uni? There is a lot to consider and remember to do and pack before leaving. 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\nArrange gadget cover.<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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\nMark valuables with security pen.<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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\nLook for pre uni reading lists.<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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\nRegister with a GP local to uni.<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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\nKitchen items and bedding.<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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\nLong life food items like milk as back up.<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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\nSet up student discount apps.<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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\nSet up student Railcard.<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\nMake a list of key dates i.e. birthdays.<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\nAccess to streaming services student discounts like Spotify.<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\nStill need to secure your room for September? We have\u00a0last minute student accommodation<\/strong>\u00a0ready to book.<\/h2>\n
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