Hey Guys!
Since I've been at uni for 5 and a half months now and already completed semester one I thought I would share with you what I have learnt from the first term and discuss any tips I have for anybody starting uni in September or going into their second year like me ♡
1. Don't worry about writing down everything your lecturer says and all the information on the PowerPoint because you will be able to go back and look at them again. At Newcastle we have re-cap, so you can listen over your lectures in case you missed anything important. I have used re-cap when writing essays and I wanted to make sure I got everything my lecture said, to ensure I covered everything I needed to.
2. Don't worry about reading absolutely everything on your reading list, as long as you read the key readings you do not need to stay up till 3am finishing everything on the list. Also, don't worry about writing everything you think is important, you can go back to the reading again. I make sure to write down the key pages where important quotes are so when I need to I can go back and will know where they are.
3. Whenever anybody says that your first year at uni is easy and it doesn't count they are lying! It is not easy at all and will be hard. It isn't as hard as A2 but it isn't a ride in the park. You still have to work hard and you still have to put a lot of effort into your exams and essays. However, saying that you can still have a lot of fun and go out way more than second and third year students, as long as you don't leave everything till the last minute!
4. Just go with it! Go with the flow and don't worry too much. Have fun and talk and socialise with as many people as possible :)
5. Don't be afraid to do something out of your comfort zone and don't be afraid to talk to new people. Meeting new people is the best!
6. The library will be your best friend for both work and any other materials you might need. I love the library and the facilities we have here in Newcastle are amazing! I can concentrate at home but if you really want to get a lot of work done and not get distracted go to the library and put your phone away. You will get so much more done than you think :)
7. Give yourself plenty of time to complete your essays and assignments, it isn't something you can do overnight or a few days before like in sixth-form or college. Give yourself at least two weeks!
8. Join a variety of societies so you can meet more people who have similar interests and passions as you! I regret not joining more societies when I had the opportunity.
What is something you have learnt since being at university? Let me know in the comments below ♡
See you on Sunday my lovelies! ❤
Amy xx
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