If this is your first year at University, you may have found time management a struggle, especially when trying to juggle part time or full time work with study. 

Here are some hints to help you study more efficiently - because sometimes it’s not about studying harder, but studying smarter. 

• Are you an early bird, night owl or in between? Work your study schedule around your body clock. Tackle the more intensive activities (for example reading difficult articles) when you are at you are most productive, and do less demanding things (for example organising your notes or planning for the next day) when you are at your low times. 
• Use a do to list (for example, your FSU Student Network to do list!) to track what tasks need to be done, and by when. Consider using in combination with a monthly and yearly planner. 
• Review your lecture notes on the same day of the lecture. Absorbing info is easier when it’s fresh. 
• Do you really need that pile of stuff? Don’t mass copy or borrow books – spending a little time to discern information a little more carefully. It will save you time and money in the long run (and will free books/resources up for people who really need them). 
• Keep up with weekly readings, put time aside to go through the material before the class to get the most out of your lecture/tute 
• Speak up! Yes, we all know how annoying it can be when the same person puts up their hand in every class. But it is important to talk up in class – it’s the best way to test your understanding of the topic. Also, class participation marks may end up being quite important when it comes to your final results. 
• Be honest – you are the best judge as to whether you understand the material or not. And if you don’t get it, don’t be afraid to ask tutors or lecturers for help.