Study Scheduling

Systematic scheduling will enable you to be organised and keep you on the right track with your studies.

You could make a record diary of your activities for a week. Tally up the time spent for each different type of activity. This will enable you to prioritise your time and effectively allocate them towards study, social and family activities.

Time management tips

• Prioritise the amount of time spent for each different unit. You might want to spend more time on challenging subjects.
• Identify the units for which additional time is required for extra reading.
• Start your studying periods earlier in the day while you are fresh.
• Utiilise the time between classes wisely. Review your lecture notes and readings to prepare for the next tutorial.
• Provide room for flexibility in your schedule by ensuring more study time when an assignment deadline is due.
• Include short study review periods to help you stay fresh and reduce boredom.
• Strike a balance between your studies and play. Make sure you set aside time for both social and physical activities.

Planning a schedule
Always plan a schedule for the semester ahead. Allocate specific periods for activities such as meals, lectures, meetings and free time. Draw a weekly summary of the assignments, readings and deadlines which need to be completed. Fit your free time around them and you won’t have to feel guilty about the study you have not done.

Example of a weekly work summary: