Time Management
Dividing assignment work into steps
These steps are then easy to complete in focused study sessions
This will help you plan and understand what you need to do
If you are unsure what you need to do after this, speak to your tutor to clarify
Avoid distractions
Should you find something very distracting it is a good plan to go somewhere away from it
Try to avoid studying for longer periods of time
Having a good life balance is essential. Too much study or too little is not good.
Make sure you are comfortable where you are studying whether it is in a group or in total silence
Reward yourself for the effort you put in. Perhaps even playing a computer game or going online as a reward
Know how you study best
Check when you focus best. Do challenging things at this time. Whether it is evenings or early mornings, do what works for you
Only study for as long as you can concentrate well on the task. This means you may have to start working on an assignment weeks before it is due.
Some people need pressure to complete a task others find this too stressful.
Think about which you prefer and plan to this. Remember you may have IT problems and less support from your tutor if you leave things to the last minute
Prioritise tasks
When you have more than one assignment you need to organise your time
Using a timetable or calendar can help with this
This will help you plan enough time to do the studying you need
It is important to include time for fun activities and other commitments