It has been said time and time again, throughout your life and here in this
magazine, that organisation is paramount! Use this tips and get organised
quickly and easily.
Use ONE calendar or diary
I would say that a diary is easier to use because you can carry it with
you, but I appreciate that some people like calendars so everything is
right there in front of them. If this sounds like you, then maybe think
about getting a diary with monthly overviews at the front.
Put everything into this one diary. Class times, assignment due dates,
things you need for classes, events, meetings, study times, parties EVERYTHING. If it is all in one place then you won't double book and
you can see everything at once.
Have a study plan
No, just going to your classes is not enough. For every unit point
(generally 3-4 points per unit) you are expected to spend 50 hours on
that unit throughout the semester. I know this sounds like a lot, and it
is, but you will more than likely spend this time on a unit wether its
planned study or lots of late nights trying to read your books so that
you can write assignments. Write it into your diary and you will know
not to plan other events when you should be studying.
Are you really going to sit there for 6 hours and study... at home... on
your bed... with the TV on or your little brother nagging you? Plan your
time in one hour chunks, then give yourself a break. Get a coffee, go
for a walk, have lunch. Plan where you're going to study as well. Make
separate places for studying and relaxing and, if you need to, head
into uni and sit in the library. If its midnight then go to the 24 hour
learning common (using your student card to access it) or if you need
peace and quiet go to level four (that is the silent zone).