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Keep going – you’re nearly there

21 April 2023

Welcome back from the spring break

This is it – the final push towards the end of the academic year. You should feel proud of everything you’ve already achieved. But it’s also important to keep your eye on the prize.

You will all have some important dates on the horizon, in the coming weeks and months. These could be assignments, exams, or dissertation deadlines.

This may seem intimidating, and it’s natural that you may be feeling nervous or stressed. But it’s important to remember – you’re not alone. We are here to help you every step of the way, so you can achieve your full potential.

So, check out the below advice and resources to help you on your way down the final straight.

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Set a timetable

Many of you will have done this already. But if you haven’t – don’t panic. It’s not too late to get organised.

Make a note of the important dates and deadlines in your diary, and identify any pinch points where your workload may be higher than usual. This will help you to manage your output and ultimately help you from feeling overwhelmed later down the line.

Make the most of study resources

Be sure to make the most of all the resources that are available to you. The study support pages on our website have a whole bunch of helpful guides that walk you through the nitty-gritty of academic work – covering a wide range of topics from planning your assignment to exam tips.

The Library also offers a whole host of ways to access resources, including via our vast online digital library, through ‘Click and collect’, ‘Postal loans’ and ‘Scan it for me’. Also – you can now, once again, access the Library on-site seven days a week. Check out the Library pages for more details, including opening hours.

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Get help

This stage of the academic year can be nerve-wracking. But – as always – if you need help, just ask.

Our Study Support Team can help you with your studies. And you can now book appointments and workshop opportunities via the Study Support tab on the Student Hub.

If you are struggling with your wellbeing, we offer welfare support, health advice, and a student counselling service.

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Stay focused

Don’t lose focus. Ring-fence your study time and try to eliminate distractions. That means turning off your phone, avoiding social media and sticking to a schedule.

Small interruptions can derail an entire day of work. However, when you’ve achieved what you want to achieve for the day…

Reward yourself

It’s important not to burn out. Monitoring your wellbeing carefully and giving yourself little rewards for a hard day’s work are essential in avoiding this.

Whether it’s a sweet treat or an episode of your favourite TV show, make sure you give yourself something to work towards each day.

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Don’t lose heart if things haven’t gone to plan

Having to resit a module can be disappointing, but lots of students have been in the same situation, have passed their resits and are now in successful careers. 

If you need to resit any of your modules, please know that there is a huge amount of support on offer to help you get back on track:

Speak to your Personal Tutor, Module Leader or Course Leader .
They can talk you through the assessment and help you reflect on where you can improve.    
Contact the Study Support team 
Our dedicated Study Support team are here to support you with any issues that are impacting your studies. 
Speak to the Students’ Union 
The Students' Union offers independent advice on a range of matters, including your resits, and are here to support you through your time at the University of West London. Find out more about the support they offer. 
Attend a support session 
The Library and Study Support Team will be running dedicated drop-in sessions and workshops so that you can get the best possible grade on your resit.