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Uni Essentials – What You REALLY Need at University

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Format: Video


Length of video: 20-30 seconds


Platform: TikTok & Instagram Reels Dimensions: 1080x1920 - Vertical video + When adding images, make sure they are in vertical format.


Headline: Must-Have Essentials for Uni Life 🎒


Content:

Create engaging social media content that helps ARU London students prepare for university by highlighting the most useful and unexpected essentials that make student life easier.


Key Messaging:

  • Surprising Uni Must-Haves – Items students might not think to bring but will need (e.g., portable charger, doorstop, mini fan, whiteboard).


  • Budget-Friendly Hacks – Essentials that save money & space, including affordable alternatives to expensive gadgets.


  • Study & Productivity Tools – Items that boost focus and organization (e.g., noise-cancelling headphones, reusable notebooks, planner apps).


  • London Survival Kit – Essentials for city life, from Oyster cards & travel apps to reusable coffee cups & umbrellas (because London weather is unpredictable!).


Goals:

This brief aims to help students pack smart and avoid overpacking by sharing practical, student-tested essentials. By creating fun, engaging, and relatable content, students can feel prepared and make the most of their university experience without unnecessary stress.


Alternative Video Ideas:

  1. 🎒 “Things I WISH I Had Brought to Uni” – Share real experiences of what students regret forgetting.

  2. 💰 “Uni Essentials on a Budget” – Show how to get affordable versions of must-have items.

  3. “Last-Minute Packing Guide for Uni” – A quickfire checklist of things students should grab before moving in.

  4. “Uni in London? You’ll Need These” – City-specific must-haves, including best travel hacks & commuter tips.


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