Skills Needed for Major Courses
For new university students, one of the biggest changes is the new found flexibility. The university student has a lot less external framework and a lot more individual obligations. Study time is not collected, dishes aren't made, there is no one to tell them when to rest or wake up, academic work is boosted, and they are expected to multi-task and stabilize in addition to a myriad of social possibilities and obstacles.
These skills will certainly assist you in establishing your own internal structure in college and achieving success:
- Managing time
Establish a weekly plan that includes time spent in class, studying, working, eating, studying, and socializing. Students work full-time while in college. Each class requires several hours of studying and preparation. - A Stress Management Strategy
Self-care practices that reduce stress include regular exercise, adequate rest, good nutrition, prayer, and meditation. Increasing coping resources can help students deal with life's stresses. - Techniques for Studying
Even the best high school students do not always develop good study skills. You will be more successful in the classroom if you understand how to read a textbook, take notes in class, use the library, and take multiple choice tests. - Management of Financial Resources
Learning how to handle money independently, balance a checkbook, use an ATM, read a bank statement and make responsible financial decisions is essential. - Assertiveness Skills
Assert your rights assertively and passively without being aggressive or passive. Conflict management, study groups and teams benefit from assertiveness skills. The practice of healthy boundaries is also part of them. - A Well-developed Sense of Self-Care
Consider health and physical needs when developing bedtimes. Getting enough sleep and eating a healthy diet can improve mood, athletic performance, and coping strategies for stress. Self-care also includes exercise, relaxation, and good hygiene
