Your first year at university can completely change the way you think about studying. In school, your timetable may have provided plenty of structure. Teachers regularly reminded you about homework, exams, and unfinished work. At university, however, you suddenly have lectures, readings, assignments, social events, commuting, part-time work, and long periods of “free time” that … Read more
University life can become crowded very quickly. One week might include lectures, readings, group projects, part-time work, society meetings, gym sessions, errands, and a birthday dinner. Then three assigments suddenly appear on the same deadline and an exam is waiting around the corner. When this happens, the problem is not always a lack of motivation. … Read more
University success is often described as if it depends entirely on individual effort. Study harder, manage your time better, attend every lecture, and everything should work out. Real student life is usually much more complicated. A student might be struggling with statistics, choosing the wrong modules, working long hours to cover living costs, experiencing stress, … Read more