Don’t start thinking all the hard work will be over once you graduate: the next challenge life will throw you is navigating the job market. Even though you’re armed with a degree, you won’t automatically find a job. Knowing more about the current job market and what you need to do to prepare will improve your chances of success. 1. Connections Are Key It’s easier to find jobs if you have...

You may have earned excellent grades at high school without putting in much effort, but university is different. It’s down to you to ensure you study effectively and use your time wisely. If you want to see improvements in 2023, commit to adopting some smart study habits. 1. Stay Motivated You’ll find it easier to sit down and study if you’re motivated. You may find motivation from meeting your...

There are many reasons why you may be struggling to make it to your classes on time — or even at all. You may have too many early classes, be struggling with self-discipline, or be finding it hard to make the transition from online classes to in-person lectures. Whatever the problem, there are tactics you can use to establish a class routine and stick with it. Create a Class Schedule That Works for...

Gym membership can be too expensive for students, but it’s still important to stay active. The good news is there are plenty of ways to add activity to your life, often in interesting ways. Even if your campus has a gym, you may find it easier to incorporate the following fitness strategies into your busy schedule. 1. Opt for the Stairs Over the Elevator Whether you need to head to the third or...

You’ll meet all sorts of professors at university — some you’ll love instantly, whereas others could fail to engage you or be demanding in their standards for assignments. Typically, professors fall into a few main categories. When you start a new class, it helps to categorize the professor to figure out what you’ll need to do to succeed. 1. The Less Interesting Professor Unfortunately,...

Student loans make university accessible to more people, but they also mean you will graduate with debt that could take you many years to pay off. For this reason, it’s always preferable to find ways to pay for university without taking out any loans. Here are some tips to consider. 1. Attend College Instead of University Depending on your career goals, you may decide that attending college is a...

It’s a good idea to start every new semester with the goal to make it better than the last. As well as improving your grades or social life, you should think about your student apartment. With a better-organized apartment, you’ll find it easier to study, feel less stressed, and enjoy having friends over. Best of all, you only need to spend a day or two tidying your apartment, after which you’ll just...

Whatever your major, the unfortunate reality is you’ll need to become a good writer to succeed at university. Throughout your education, you’ll need to write numerous papers — often quickly, to meet due dates, keep up with other homework, and still have time for the things you enjoy. With the right strategy, you can produce work to a high standard without spending a huge number of hours on each...

The workload at university may come as a shock, as it tends to be much heavier than the homework you were assigned during high school. Moreover, it’s up to you to organize your time to make sure you start working on assignments long before deadlines and prepare sufficiently for exams. If you’re not careful, it’s easy to neglect schoolwork until the last minute — and then you’ll need to rush to...

When you start university, it’s common to move straight into a dorm room on campus. However, this is far from your only option. If you’re feeling uncomfortable due to a lack of personal space or you’re spending too much on housing, you should consider living off campus next semester — here’s why. 1. More Amenities Amenities are particularly limited when you live in a dorm, and you need to...