Unit 1: Semester and study planning

How do I plan my semester?

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How do I plan my semester?

Step 1: What's all happening this upcoming semester? What do you want to use for your planning (digital calendar/a traditional planer)?

Step 2: Enter all of your university appointments

Step 3: Schedule preparation and wrap-up times

Step 4 (if applicable): Enter the times for your part-time job

Step 5: Enter your leisure activities

Make sure to leave room for things you can't plan!

Test out your schedule for two weeks. Is it realistic?

• Are the times for preparation and wrap-up are enough/too little?

• Will you attend all classes as scheduled or will you postpone something until the next semester?

•  Do you have enough free time and time to relax?

Tips for staying on track:

1. Enter your appointments visibly, e.g. using notifications on your digital calendar or a traditional planner visible on your desk

2. Accept your shortcomings! Rather plan less and test out your planning. If it works out well, you can always study more.

3. Exchange ideas with your friends! How do they motivate themselves? How do they plan? How do they keep on track?

4. Reward yourself: Go outside! Make sure to move around a lot and get plenty of exercise. Don‘t always think about your studies!

5. Develop routines: You can learn more about that in unit "Routines.“