Uni Essentials Shop | Move‑In Packs for Students | Unite Students

Get uni ready

Make moving a breeze

UniKitOut has everything covered for your move‑in day. Choose from kitchen, bedroom and bathroom packs so you can buy all your essentials in one easy order.

Your pack will be delivered right to your new home before you arrive - giving you more room in your luggage for the things that matter most.

Uni Kit Out Offer

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Head to the UniKitOut Website.

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Make your own pack

Perfect just for you

Need a few extra bits? Want decorations to personalise your space? With UniKitOut’s Custom Kit, you can pick exactly what you need.

Choose your items, customise your bundle, and UniKitOut will pack and deliver it straight to your door.

Make your Custom Kit

Useful help and guides

Updated shared kitchen for 2026

Uni Essentials: What to take and what's included at Unite StudentsLeaving home and moving into your student accommodation is an exciting and nerve-wracking time for first years. But deciding what to pack for uni doesn’t need to be. Ensure you’ve got everything you need to settle in smoothly at your Unite Students accommodation with our uni essentials list. We’ve also listed everything included in our uni halls, so you’re not bringing anything you don’t need.

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Worried about cooking for yourself at uni? Here’s how to become a better chefAs a child, I always followed my mum around and usually she would be in the kitchen, so I’d watch her cook every day. As I grew older, I began wanting to help.

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Parents & guardians

How parents & guardians can support students' transition to university lifeThe first days at university are a big step – not just for your student, but for you too. While films might make it look like non-stop parties, the reality is usually more about learning flatmates’ names, finding the laundry room, and tracking down the nearest supermarket. Here’s how we help new students settle in – and a few simple ways you can support them before they go.

ByJack Williams

17 February 2026

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Study & Careers

A step-by-step guide to starting universityApplying for university is a really exciting time. Whether you’re itching to get started or enjoying the calm before the storm, there’s a lot to do. This guide will give you the lowdown on how to prepare for university.

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11 Life skills to learn and master in your first yearWhat will you remember about university in 20 years’ time? Take it from someone who knows, it’ll be the things you learned about life rather than what you learned in lectures.

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Rules for flat sharing: Do’s and don'ts for sharing accommodation Sharing a house or flat at uni? Let’s lay down some rules for sharing student accommodation to make your stay easier. Read more for pointers on how to be a good housemate.

12 February 2025

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Your first uni food shop: a guideYour first uni food shop can feel daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. Discover top tips for grocery shopping and shop confidently with Unite Students.

29 November 2023

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How to settle in as an international studentNavigate through uni life in the UK with our guide for international students. Learn how to tackle homesickness and settle into the unique British culture.

15 November 2023