Commencing a new course, or making a career change is often a difficult process, especially if you have been out of the education scene for some time. Not only must you face re-learning how to write essays and getting yourself …
Motivation is what keeps us attending classes, getting assignments in on time, and studying for exams when we would rather be doing something else more enjoyable. Most students have a problem with motivation at some point in their course, for …
Procrastinating is when you keep putting things off that you really need to do now. Some students have trouble with their studies because they have a habit of procrastinating: not getting round to studying for an exam or working on …
Speaking to a counsellor can help you find a way to balance your study workload and other commitments by helping you put together a workable study timetable. At Swinburne we understand that life isn’t all about study, sometimes students have …
This page contains relevant information and resources for students concerned about stress and managing their study time. Stress is defined as physical, mental, or/and emotional responses that causes bodily or mental tension either positively or negatively. Signs of stress include: …
While counsellors can help you improve the effectiveness of your study, and deal with the emotional and psychological issues associated with failure, it is important to first contact your Teacher/Lecturer or the Student Information Centre about the options that are …
Speaking to a Counsellor can help you deal with any psychological or emotional issues which may be impeding your studies. A Counsellor will also be able to verify whether you have been disadvantaged by these issues and assist you in …
Your first semester can be a bit overwhelming. If you are a Mature Age student who has not studied for a few years it can be hard to juggle conflicting demands of classes, study, job, family, recreation. If you are …
Students often say “I need more time”. That is nonsense. Everyone has the same amount of time: 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. What they really need to do is make better use of the time they have …
A good starting point for ensuring you are able to manage your time effectively, is to construct a timetable for the semester or term overall. Some tips for creating your timetable are provided below. 1. Download a study planning blank …
