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You\u2019ve packed everything that you can physically fit into your family car. And said goodbye (tearful or otherwise) to your friends back home. Pulling up to your new uni home will be a bit of a whirlwind. Between finding somewhere to park and what you will need to take into reception to check in on move in day.<\/p>\n

Move in day can feel stressful, but the main thing is that once it\u2019s over and you\u2019re in your new room \u2013 the fun can begin.<\/p>\n

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Getting ready and packing up.<\/h2>\n

The last thing that should be packed on top of all your bags and boxes to take with you should be all your check in information, ID and other important documents in an easily accessible folder. It\u2019s just better to have it quickly to hand and if you have any questions or issues, you can ask when you get there.<\/p>\n

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Check-in.<\/h2>\n

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Previously to arriving at your accommodation you should have received correspondence in the form of an email for example with your details for move in.<\/p>\n

When you arrive to your student accommodation, arrive to the front desk or reception with your documents you packed last (see, all makes sense now) where you will receive your key or keycard, fill out any remaining paperwork and receive further information specific to your accommodation.<\/p>\n

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Those last few checks.<\/h2>\n
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When you get to see your room for the first time, you\u2019ll be thinking about mainly how to decorate your space. Or where your clothes will live.<\/p>\n

Before you arrive at your student accommodation, you should already have been sent information about the procedures in place for check in, fire safety, using certain facilities etc. What you will need to complete is a room inventory checklist. This is to make sure that you are happy with the condition that your room is in when you receive it.<\/p>\n

Everything should already be in perfect order for you anyway \u2013 but if there is something that you notice that may not feel quite right \u2013 you can record it, and have it checked out if you need to.<\/p>\n

Take your time filling it out carefully.<\/p>\n

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Unpacking.<\/h2>\n

You don\u2019t have to unpack everything that same day\/night \u2013 and to be honest no one has the energy to. Especially after introducing yourself to your new neighbours.<\/p>\n

You might want to pack a survival bag with essentials for the first night or two. And then when you have some down time a bit later you can sort out where your stuff is going.<\/p>\n

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To the shops.<\/h2>\n

Depending on where you choose to live, you\u2019ll probably be sharing a kitchen space with a few people. And at some point, you\u2019ll be thinking about the big food shop<\/a>. Walking those new aisles can be a great bonding experience with your new flat mates. But you don\u2019t have to plan your meals straight away. For the next few days whilst you get used to your new environment, you may prefer buying meals that require less preparation.<\/p>\n

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Those first impressions.<\/h2>\n

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Everyone will be a bit nervous not knowing anyone around move in- but there’ll be plenty of time to get to know each other. Try and talk to everyone and be kind and interested in getting to know them. Keep your door open,\u00a0 and offer to put the kettle on. Remember, you are all in the same position.<\/p>\n

The kitchen is the heart of the home, and that goes for your uni home too.\u00a0 You’ll probably spend more time in there making new friends than you thought you would.<\/p>\n

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Follow Host on our social channels Facebook<\/a> and Instagram<\/a> for the latest news and information.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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