What to pack

Summer’s getting closer… It’s time to start thinking about what to bring with you for your summer with Oxford Royale.

Programme Equipment

Essentials

The only essentials are your laptop and charger.

Computer and Internet access will be essential for completing a variety of academic tasks, including writing essays, creating presentations and conducting independent research.

We recommend bringing a laptop instead of a tablet – however, feel free to bring a tablet if you are comfortable that it is capable of completing your academic work.

Subject-Specific

All subject specific equipment that you may need for your programme will be provided on campus. You will also be provided with a notebook and stationary, though you may want to bring your own!

Travel Documents

Don't forget!

These items are the travel essentials, so make sure you remember to pack them and keep them safe.

• Passport
• Insurance information
• Visa documents
• Flight/train/bus tickets (outbound and inbound)
• Medical prescriptions if applicable
• International student card (if you have one)
• Emergency contact details
• Documentation required to enter the US from overseas
• Address of your campus accommodation

Clothes

Dress Code

There is no formal dress code at Oxford Royale – we expect students to dress in comfortable, appropriate clothing that is suitable for an academic environment and weather dependent.

The weather in the UK is typically very changeable. You might find yourself in need of shorts and sunglasses, or occasionally reaching for an umbrella and a jacket.

More predictably, summertime in the USA can be very hot – make sure you come prepared!

You'll Need:

• Everyday clothes (suitable for warm or cooler weather)
• Everyday shoes
• Sports shoes
• Pyjamas (slippers and dressing gowns are also useful if you have a shared bathroom)
• Formal clothes for your graduation event
• Casual sports clothes for sporting events
• Toiletries
• Sun protection
• Small hand towel if desired – large towels and beddings are provided on campus!

Laundry

There will be washing machines and tumble dryers in your accommodation. An Oxford Royale staff member will show you how to use these; most will be operated by coins or tokens.

Please note, bed linen and large towels are provided throughout your stay so there is no need to bring your own, unless you wish to do so. Towels and bedding provided by your campus will be changed at least once a week.

Personal Items

Finances

• Wallet/purse
• Cash in local currency
• Credit, debit or prepaid card

Prepare for any weather

• Umbrella
• Handheld Fan
• Light Waterproof Jacket

Essentials

• Glasses/contact lenses
• Any personal medicines – these must be accompanied by a Medical Form, with instructions for use.

Electricals

• Mobile phone and charger
• US or UK charger adapter (these can be purchased on arrival, though may be more expensive or difficult to find on your first day)
• Some electrical items, like hairdryers and curlers, may work less efficiently in the USA due to voltage differences from the mains.