Students around the country will either be preparing to head off on their first year at university or about to return to campus, and if you need any household essentials, or uni gadgets we've got 10 of the best budget buys right now.

From toasters to towels, plates and pans, here are the must-have student buys that will make your halls homely.

Morphy Richards red 3 piece value set £24.99, TJ Hughes

Morphy Richards red 3 piece value set, now £24.99, TJ Hughes

If you're learning how to cook or want to better your skills, TJ Hughes' Morphy Richards red 3 piece value set, RRP is £79.99 but is now £24.99! The set includes three pans (16/18/20cm) and a six piece tool set that includes: 8in chef knife, 5.5in utility knife, 3in pairing knife, heat resistant nylon turner, spoon and skimmer.

Reversible fusion duvet cover set £9.50-£15, Very.co.uk

Reversible fusion duvet cover set, £9.50-£15 from Very.co.uk

You'll be able to change your new bedroom's look with Very's reversible fusion duvet cover set, was £12-£19, but now £9.50-£15 (depending on size). Made from a soft brushed microfibre, this set will be comfortable on the skin, and is available in teal and black (as pictured), red and black, cerise and pink, and chocolate brown and latte.

Samsung Chromebook XE303C12-A01UK 11.6-inch laptop, £219.80 + free delivery, Amazon

Samsung Chromebook 11.6-inch laptop, now £219.80 + free delivery from Amazon

You're going to need one throughout the duration of your course so there isn't a more ideal time to get your hands on a discounted laptop, and this one has £80 off! The Samsung Chromebook XE303C12-A01UK 11.6-inch laptop was £299 but is now £219.80 with free delivery from Amazon.

Russell Hobbs 21830 Lincoln twin pack stainless steel, £39.99 from Very.co.uk

Russell Hobbs 21830 Lincoln twin pack stainless steel, £39.99 from Very.co.uk

For quick and easy essential cooking, you absolutely must have a toaster and kettle, and this set is a bargain with almost 50% off! The Russell Hobbs 21830 Lincoln twin pack stainless steel, was £79, now £39.99 from Very.co.uk.

Christy Dusk 'Plush' collection, £2.10-£30 from Debenhams

Christy Dusk 'Plush' towels, £2.10-£30 from Debenhams

You don't want to be sharing towels with your fellow housemates, so ensure you've stocked up. The Christy Dusk 'Plush' collection was £3-£30 depending on sizes, and is now £2.10-£30 from Debenhams.

16 piece porcelain simplicity dinner set black, £19.49 from Argos

16 piece porcelain simplicity dinner set black, £19.49 from Argos

You don't need to break the bank when kitting out your kitchen with Argos' 16 piece porcelain simplicity dinner set, was £25.99, now £19.49. Available in both red and black, this stylish design is a great starter set and includes 4 dinner plates, 4 side plates, 4 bowls and 4 mugs. Dishwasher and microwave safe.

Luxury 13.5 tog microfibre duvet, £16.99 from TJ Hughes

Luxury 13.5 tog microfibre duvet, £16.99 from TJ Hughes

Get ready for winter with TJ Hughes' luxury 13.5 tog microfibre duvet which is sure to keep you warm, was £24.99 now £16.99. The duvet cover has soft hollowfibre filling, is non allergenic and is machine washable. It is also available in single, double and king size.

Morphy Richards 40699 Turbo Steam Generator with Aluminium Plate now £24.99, tesco.com

Morphy Richards 40699 Turbo Steam Generator with Aluminium Plate, £24.99, tesco.com

If you don't do your own ironing, it's time to start now! Out with the creases and in with Tesco's Morphy Richards 40699 Turbo Steam Generator with Aluminium Plate, was £49.99 and now £24.99.

BBC GoodFood 101 Easy student dinners, £3.79 from Amazon

BBC GoodFood 101 Easy student dinners, £3.79 at Amazon.co.uk

For those who need a little bit of help in the kitchen, BBC's Good Food 101 Easy student dinners book will ensure you're not turning to take-outs or making the same food over and over again. With 101 recipes to choose from that have been triple-tested, and don't cost a lot or include hard-to-find ingredients and specialist equipment, RRP £4.99 now £3.79 from Amazon.

SONY PX440 digital voice recorder £39.99, Currys.co.uk

SONY PX440 Digital Voice Recorder £39.99, Currys.co.uk

Have trouble keeping up in lectures? Get yourself a dictaphone and you can record your lecturers to ensure you don't miss a trick. SONY PX440 digital voice recorder, was £49.99, now £39.99, from Currys.co.uk.