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Handy Halls Checklist

Posted 2 days ago

Everything you need before and after move-in day

Moving into halls is exciting, but there's a lot to sort before you arrive and things to do once you're settled in too. From packing smart to registering with a GP, saving on food and art supplies, and meeting people at our events, we've pulled together everything you need in one place.

Before Arrival

Complete your e-induction

Before you arrive, there's one essential task you need to complete: our compulsory e-induction. You won't be able to collect your room key without completing it, so make sure it's done before move-in day.

👉 Complete UAL Halls e-induction.

Watch your halls webinar recording

Watch your UAL halls webinar recording to meet your Residence Manager and find out answers to common questions. 

👉 Watch the recording and check out FAQ's

Halls packing guide 🎒

Knowing what to bring and what to leave at home, will help you settle in smoothly and stay on the right side of your tenancy agreement. Read our packing guide ahead of move-in day for helpful checklists and information.

👉 Read the Halls packing guide.

Parking on move-in day

Check out parking information and directions for your hall before you make your journey.

👉 Read parking information. 

Get arts shop vouchers and a discount! 🎨

Nothing beats the feeling of starting your course fully stocked and ready to create, and our arts shop vouchers make it easy for you to get the right tools from day one. You'll get a 10% discount when you buy £100 worth of vouchers!

👉 Find out more and buy arts shop vouchers.

Get the most out of Halls Life 🏠

Read our guide on events, paid opportunities, support services, tips on living in London and more. This is your guide to life in halls.

👉 Read the guide.

Explore upcoming Halls Life events 🎉

Join events to make new friends in halls! From games nights and crafts to theatre trips and comedy shows, our events calendar has something for everyone. 

👉 Explore upcoming events.

Get your UAL Food & Drink Package 🍽️

Want convenient and easy dining (with extra discounts)? The UAL Food & Drink Packages give you a weekly allowance to spend on meals and drinks at all UAL canteens and cafés. 

👉 Find out more and buy a UAL Food & Drink Package.

Get 10% off UniKitOut halls essentials 🛏

Grab kitchen, bedroom and bathroom kits from UniKitOut. They're delivered straight to your hall before move-in day so there's no last-minute shopping. You'll get 10% off as a UAL student with code UAL10.

👉 Find out when to order in time for your arrival.

After Arrival 

Read the 2026/27 Halls Guide

Check out the Halls Guide for everything you need when you arrive, including transport links to your college, the local area, and hall facilities.

👉 Read the guide here.

Register with a GP 🩺

Make sure you register at your GP surgery as soon as you arrive at your hall — don't wait until you're feeling unwell.

👉 Find the nearest GP to your hall.

Explore your local area

Once you're settled in your new home, get out and explore. We've put together the top green spaces, cafe's, restaurants and places to enjoy near you.

👉 Read out top recommendations around your hall.

Stay in the loop on Instagram 📱

We're your go-to account for everything happening across UAL halls, from events and competitions to practical updates you actually need to know.

👉 Follow us on Instagram.