What to bring

We know you might want some help thinking about what to pack for your time at Leeds, so we’ve created a list to give you an idea. If you’re an international student there are a few other essential things you’ll need so we’ve listed these separately for you as well.

Essential documents

registration certificate (this is generated when you register online before coming to the University. You'll need it to get your student ID card)
course offer letter
passport or other photo ID. (You'll also need your passport or birth certificate if you wish to work while you are studying with us.)
original academic certificates if required
Student Finance England (or equivalent) documentation
sponsorship confirmation letter (if your tuition fees are being paid by a third party organisation)
accommodation contract
National Insurance details (if you have them)
Visa (if required)

You will also need

money (you may not receive the first instalment of your student loan until after you have arrived at University. Carrying large amounts of cash is not advised.)
one month’s supply of medication if you are on a repeat prescription, general first aid kit
passport photographs (these are always useful to have)
TV licence (if you are bringing a TV a licence is essential)
surge protected extension leads
socket converter if you are an international student
personal touches (posters and pictures of family and friends will help you to feel more at home)
headphones

There is a useful tool on our accommodation website which will tell you what is included in your hall of residence - this will help you work out what kitchen equipment or other items for your room you might need. Remember, all your flatmates might also bring a kettle so why not wait until you get here to go shopping so you don't end up bringing things you won't use?

You can protect any more expensive items, like TVs or bikes, by making sure they are security coded, serial numbers recorded and marked with your name and postcode)

What not to bring (The following things are not allowed in university accommodation):

portable electric or gas heaters
chip pans
fairy lights
candles
incense sticks, oil lamps, or anything else that's a fire hazard
pets or animals, except guide dogs (please let us know if you are bringing a guide dog)
anything that could harm you or others, eg airguns or any other form of weapon, chemicals, or fireworks
DJ equipment (unless you use headphones)