Learning How to Learn at University
Accessing resources to help you succeed academically
What’s so different about going back to school this year? This is something you have probably done about 12 times already. But no matter what school you’re attending, if you are going to university for the first time, this year will truly be different – and special.
The culture at a university is different, and so are the expectations. You now have a much greater responsibility for your own learning. Although you will be in class less, and probably have fewer tests and assignments than in high school, the work will be more challenging, come at you much faster and require a much high level of thinking.
There are a number of strategies you can follow that will help you succeed academically:
- Avoid procrastination – it is easier to keep up than it is to catch up on readings and assignments.
- Schedule – know when need to work on what. It will help you prioritize what is really important, both in and out of the classroom.
- Be aware of how you learn – Learning in university is much more self-guided. Discover the strategies that work best for you.
Redeemer University College has a number of programs and resources to help you succeed. Through Learning Services, you can take advantage of Study Smart Seminars, Tutoring, the Writing Centre and many other Learning Skills Resources. Another great resource for you to explore is RUCareermatched.ca, an online survey that will help match your interests to the programs that Redeemer offers. Take a few moments to explore this free resource. Your time at university will certainly be different from when you were in high school. Taking advantage of some of these resources will help ensure that it is also a rewarding and successful experience.
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