Best back-to-school deals in the UK: Sales on laptops, backpacks, headphones and more

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Back-to-school sales are back, which means big savings on laptops, backpacks, headphones and more. Whether you’re off to university, going to college or heading into a new school year, this is the best time to stock up on all the essential supplies.

No, we’re not talking about school uniforms! We’re talking about cool stuff like laptops, tablets, headphones and more. Lucky for you, the big retailers like Argos, Currys PC World and Amazon have pulled out all the stops with some huge sales on these essential products.

Not only that, but you’ll find some interesting freebies that’ll give you everything you need to get stuff done. We’ve listed the best back-to-school sales below, but carry on further down, as we pick out the cream of the crop.

Best back to school sales

Back-to-school laptop deals

Not every student is the same. While some need a laptop for the essentials, others need more horsepower for their workloads.

That’s why we have a handy guide to the best back-to-school laptop deals in the U.K. for every use case. Below are the best overall.

Back to school software deals

Of course, buying a laptop is only half the battle. You need software to do your work. Here are some big savings on popular packages.

Back to school backpack deals

The best rucksacks for college students need to be durable, offer plenty of space for your personal effects, give you padding to protect your laptop, and look good too — all while still being affordable.

It’s a tall order, but we’ve found a few great options. If you want more recommendations, check out our best backpacks and laptop bags list.

Back to school headphone deals

Listening to music and podcasts helps you concentrate. My relentlessly replayed Lo-Fi playlist and addiction to D&D shows speaks volumes to its importance. So that is why you need a stylish, great-sounding, portable set of cans or true wireless earbuds.

Of course, for more discounts, check out our best headphone deals list.

Jason brought a decade of tech and gaming journalism experience to his role as a writer at Laptop Mag, and he is now the Managing Editor of Computing at Tom's Guide. He takes a particular interest in writing articles and creating videos about laptops, headphones and games. He has previously written for Kotaku, Stuff and BBC Science Focus. In his spare time, you'll find Jason looking for good dogs to pet or thinking about eating pizza if he isn't already.