So you've settled into university life, have mastered the art of getting up early for lectures despite drinking till 3am the previous night, and have managed to cook a decent meal without resorting to the local takeaway, or worse, setting the fire alarm off. Life feels pretty good. But don't get too comfortable; have you remembered to buy insurance? Set up an internet connection in your house? Don't panic, Student Tenant brings you Top 5 Student Essentials, saving you money on the essential things you need whilst living at uni.
Internet
Nobody wants to live with a bad internet connection whilst they are at university. BT Broadband offer great deals for students who want to take advantage of high-speed internet, calls and BT's TV service BT Vision, complete with new sports channel BT Sport. With unlimited broadband packages allowing you to download as much as you like and 24/7 support if you need it, it's easy and affordable to get a deal with BT.
Gadget insurance
Imagine a life without your mobile phone or iPod. Sounds like a nightmare, doesn't it? That's why it's really important to take out gadget insurance, to protect them if they happen to get lost or you drop them down the toilet. Gadget Cover offer a great service; they'll protect anything from a phone to the latest digital camera. Their free quote service allows you to see how much you'll have to pay, so you can compare deals and find the best offer to suit your needs. We'd also recommend i-Digital Gadget Insurance. Similar to Gadget Cover, they offer various levels of cover for items like an iPad or iPod. Their three price plans: Essential, Essential Plus or Premier, make it easy for you to pick the benefits you want in your cover, and give a clear monthly breakdown of the price.
Contents Insurance
Take care of your clothes, keys and all the rest of your clutter with Endsleigh, the number one student contents cover. Endsleigh is recommended by the National Union of Students, so you can count on them to protect your things if they're lost or stolen. They also offer gadget insurance and insurance to cover your things for when you're away from uni. Many landlords and letting agencies will insist that you get your stuff insured for the duration of your stay, so if you haven't done so already, get a quote today.
Textbooks & stationery
Whether you need books, stationary or even clothing, you'll find Amazon will stock it. The online retailer is one of the most popular online destinations for bargain hunters across the globe, making it perfect for students on a budget. With free delivery on hundreds of products and an extra 10% off for all students with a valid NUS discount, it’s great value for money.
Back up your work
There's no need to panic about losing an important essay on a dodgy hard drive with MyPCBackup. Their helpful service allows you to back up and store all your documents and files securely and automatically. Get yourself started with a free trial and never lose another document!