Stressed about meeting university deadlines? Worried about how you’re going to cope with the pressures of university life without your parents? Don’t worry, we’ve all been there. We, at Cosmo, understand the strain on students and are here to lift some of the burden to make your experience smoother.

Here are some quick tips on what to bring with you to university, and some general advice that will ensure you have an unforgettable experience!

1. Invest in a great laptop

Lenovo Yoga 920 @Lenovo.com

Dhs7,699

This 2-in-1 convertible laptop will enable you to stay up-to-date on all your assignments, and make, quick efficient notes during your lectures. The Yoga 920 recognises voice commands which will allow you to multi-task. An essential skill at university. The stunning 13.9-inch display touchscreen offers dazzling visuals for a remarkable movie experience for you and your room mates . Not to mention its sleek, trendy deign will have your friends ogling all over it.

2. Be active, be social

All work and no play is never a healthy balance so, make time to go and explore your new environment by getting involved in the different activities hosted by your university. This will allow you to keep fit, be more social and to develop some long-lasting friendships. Bonus tip: Get a doorstop, as keeping your door open will make it easier for you to get to know who you’re living with! Join your local gym or go for regular walks around the park to boost productivity levels.

3.  Display photos of loved ones

Eklasse EKDPF1003XM Multi Media Digital Photo Frame @uae.sharafdg.com

Dhs259

If you are moving away for university, you may be at risk of catching the homesickness bug. In order to beat this, students are advised to display pictures of their families, friends or pets. Opting for a digital photo frame will save you the hassle of lugging around all those photographs and will display any number of pictures, digitally. This minimalistic option saves you space and is super simple to operate!

4. Eat healthy, eat clean

Since you’ll be living on your own at university, no one will be looking over your shoulder to judge your eating habits. This could tempt you to rely on junk food and takeaways as your only source of nutrition. Don’t be fooled! It can be just as easy to cook up a delicious feast by yourself, and save you the guilt trip. Salads, sandwiches and wraps are student favourites and take little to no time to prepare before leaving the house every morning. So stock up on fresh ingredients and carry on ‘adulting’ the right way!

5. Buy a mattress pad

Mattress pad By Talgje @ikea.com

Dhs195

Getting a good night’s sleep is absolutely essential at university, and with the countless all-nighters and heavy revision sessions in store, you’ll seriously value any sleep time you get! Do yourself a favour and grab a mattress pad for increased levels of comfort while you drift away into dreamland.

Follow these simple tips to university living and we guarantee everything will be smooth sailing!