Getting ready for uni checklist

We’ve created a handy checklist of things that you need to do before you start your course. 

Checklist

Start using the current students website MySurrey

We know you will have many questions now and throughout your time at Surrey. The MySurrey website will be your first stop for information, advice and more, so browse the site now and see how it can help you find answers to your questions.

Browse MySurrey website

Complete online pre-registration 

This is an important first step, and you must do this before you arrive on campus if possible. Pre-register online in just a few minutes. 

Do not try pre-register before receiving an email confirming that you can do so!

Pre-register now

Take a virtual campus tour with Rose and Baseer

We know you will be excited to explore our campus when you arrive, so get a taste of what to expect with Surrey students Rose and Baseer

Watch the tour video on YouTube

Access and protect your IT account

Get access to your Surrey emails, our student app, online file storage and more when you access and protect your IT account. 

Find out more

Access your personalised digital dashboard

My Dashboard will be your companion for life on campus – access it on your phone or laptop before you arrive to get access to your emails, lots of self-help information and your course timetable once it’s released.

Discover MyDashboard

Upload your campus card photo

Save time and do this before you arrive on campus. You can do this during pre-registration.

Complete pre-registration

Start thinking about your supplies

We’ve partnered with Unikitout – the UK’s leading provider of student packs – who offer great value bedroom, bathroom and kitchen packs with all the right things to help you get settled in at university. They will even deliver your kits to your halls, which will save you time and effort whilst you are preparing for life at Surrey. 

Browse UniKitOut’s starter kits

Start to explore SurreyLearn – your virtual learning environment

You will be using SurreyLearn almost every day whilst studying at Surrey. It’s where you will find all of your course materials, class notes and assigments. It’s worth exploring it now and browsing our useful getting started materials so you are ready to kick off your studies.

Visit SurreyLearn

Register for a GP

You can register with a local doctor online before you arrive to save time. 

Register online

Start packing

Take a look at our handy what to pack guides to help you get started.

Read our guides

Prepare for your studies

Get a head start on your studies by reading our top tips and subject-specific information.

View the information

Check if you are eligible for any scholarships or bursaries

Discover how we may be able to support you during your studies with a host of bursaries and scholarships directly from the University of Surrey and external providers.

Explore our scholarships and bursaries

Top tips

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