How to make your university move-in experience easy

From this weekend onwards, thousands of students across the nation will move into their university accommodation. Many will be going to a new town or city and will have to muster up the courage to introduce themselves to strangers.

It can not only be a scary time but also stressful as it involves moving a lot of your belongings. All will be keen to make sure that they’ve packed everything that they need and more to get through the next academic year.

There are ways to make things simpler for yourself. So our experts at Household Quotes have revealed five tips to make your university move-in experience easy.

Before you move into your new accommodation, you should’ve received an inventory list of what is provided for you. Check that list and make sure to not bring anything that will already be there when you arrive, these are often things like toasters, kettles and cleaning supplies. This will save you a lot of vital room in your car, that could be used for something else. It will also save you some money that you otherwise would’ve spent on the item, which instead can be put towards your freshers fund.

Door stops will come in handy when you move into your accommodation for a couple of reasons. The first is that you will have to make multiple trips to and from the car, so using a doorstop to keep entrances clear will save you time. If you’re going into your first year at university, you may also be meeting your new flatmates. A doorstop allows you to talk to people as they arrive and get that crucial first introduction.

It’s quite normal for people to panic and want to bring everything they own to university, however, it’s important to think about each item thoroughly. Decide if what you’re planning to bring will come in real use, if not then maybe it’s a good idea to leave it behind. This will not only make your move-in process quicker but will also mean you will have fewer things to bring back when you move out. That may seem like a long time away, but it’s always better to be prepared.

As tempting as a lie-in might be, getting to your new accommodation early gives you the maximum amount of time to settle in. The majority of people will tend to arrive at midday onwards, so getting there in the morning should allow you to skip the crowds. This is good for parking, as it means you have a better chance of unloading your belongings in a location close to your room.

If you’re moving into halls, there'll often be people there who offer help. Don’t be afraid to accept as these people’s job is to make your move-in experience as quick and easy as possible. Most will be happy to help and will aid you in carrying heavy items to your room. You can also ask them for advice about where you are living, as most of the time they are students themselves who have lived in the accommodation.

‘’Most of the people moving to university this weekend or at later dates will be excited but also apprehensive about the experience. A lot will be moving away from their families and their home for the first time.

These tips are aimed at making your move-in experience as comfortable and easy as possible. Follow them to help take at least some of the stress of the coming weeks away.’’