Tips to reduce stress in the hours leading up to an exam
Exams can be a very stressful time, even if you’ve spent the whole semester planning and revising. We’ve put together a few tips to help control your stress levels in the hours leading up to an exam.
Doing the maths - does a degree add up financially?
It’s no secret that a university degree is a considerable investment. Aside from the course cost, your income could also take a hit if you need to cut down on your working hours.
Financial Support for Study: What Help Can I Get?
Beginning or returning to study can have huge rewards in terms of improving your quality of life and income potential once qualified, but like anything worthwhile, it takes time and money to get there. It can be daunting wondering how you’re going to pay for study and the costs that come with taking time to study, such as child care or reduced working hours, but there is help out there for you.
How to Save Money Every Day
Have you noticed it’s easier to be frugal when you plan for a holiday or something you really want? Deciding to study is a great motivator to explore ways to save money and simplify your everyday life. There may be hidden expenses or ways to find money you didn’t know existed. Get your kids involved by showing them what they can do to help.
How Much Does Uni Cost?
Your desire to study doesn’t have to be held back because you think you can’t afford it. Knowing what it will cost empowers you to stop procrastinating and confidently pursue your goals. So it’s time to remove the mystery about study expenses, find out what to budget for, and look at options to reduce your costs.
Budgeting For Study
It can be hard to imagine how it would be possible to start or return to study on a reduced income, with bills to pay and perhaps a family to consider. But with a little bit of planning and a realistic assessment of your budget, you may find that your new world is closer than you thought.
Connecting with Fellow Students Online
There are many reasons why it’s important to stay connected with other students during your studies. Especially when you may also be juggling work and family life, your study community is not only for academic collaboration, but also a critical social support network for this part of your world.
9 Study Apps to help you through University
There’s an app for that! Going back to study doesn’t have to be as tedious as the last time you sat in a classroom. Apps for computers, tablets and mobile phones now make study much more efficient, effective and fun! These are some of our favourites.
Improve your Typing Skills For Uni
There is no getting around it. Study equals assignments which equals typing – and lots of it! If you’re returning to study or haven’t done this in a while, completing an assignment becomes a monumental task if you only rely on two fingers!
What Technology Do I Need For Study?
Technology has made studying online a viable option for many adults, so find out what you need to get started. Most of your studies will involve the computer and the internet to access library resources, your study material and subject forums, contact with lecturers and other students, as well as accessing and using email.
How much time do I need to study?
Figuring out where your time goes is the beginning of learning how to manage your time. One way of doing this is to make a log of the times that are fixed to specific activities (including lectures and tutorials). That is, write down all of your activities that you must do for every hour of the day for a week.
How to #GetOrganised for Study
You’ve just started the new semester, textbooks in tow. It’s now time to #getorganised to prep yourself for a productive few months!
Preparing For Your Studies: Creating Your Study Space
There are many challenges you may face when starting or returning to University. One of these is finding the best place to study.
5 Life Skills to Help You Focus on Success
When you first set a goal it’s pretty easy to stay on track. You’ve got a plan, you’re working the plan and your motivation is strong.
Myths about returning to study
Feel like you’ll be the “old woman” in the class? Alison debunks the myths about returning to study as a mature age student.
Six Tips For Returning to Study
Does the idea of returning to study as an adult student fill you with excitement but also trepidation? Reduce your anxiety and increase your confidence with these six easy tips.
The ride of my Life: Kerry’s Story
Do you pay attention to the talents other people see in you? For Kerry Dixon, a comment from her children’s school principal started her on the ride of her life.
6 tips for Mum’s returning to study
You’re already a multi-tasker and decision-maker – and now you’re adding study to the mix. Start study on the right foot and reduce unnecessary stress and guilt.
Balancing Work and Study: How Kat Did It
Want to study and continue working but want to know if it’s possible? Kat Ferguson-Acompora gives her tips on how she went from completing a diploma to starting a degree and working fulltime.
10 Effective Time Management Strategies for Uni Students and Adult Learners
Time management is increasingly challenging for adult learners who juggle different priorities in life such as academic studies, work, and family. Time management plays an important role for university students, because the ability to prioritise is the key to maintaining a harmonious and balanced lifestyle. Good time management brings plentiful benefits that will make things easier for you, your friends, and family.