How to make the most of Week 6, without forgetting to rest

What is Reading Week?

Also known as Consolidation week, Reading week is a mid-semester break week that you get each semester. This academic year, they are from 13 to 17 October in semester 1, and from 16 to 20 February in semester 2.

Reading weeks have no classes, and you are expected to do independent and focused study. However, it is not always easy to manage alone, as students need to take a breather but also have many assignments due immediately after this week.

We know how difficult it is to find the right balance between independent study, assignment writing and resting, so we're here to help you!

Tips & Tricks to survive

This week is a great opportunity for you to catch up on class material and get ahead on coursework- but you have limited time! So you might need some study tips.

Check out our short article on how to tackle studying with less stress. The main points to keep in mind are:

• Keep track of your deadlines: mark them on your calendar and build your schedule around it.
• Make a to-do list for every day of the week. Be realistic with the goals, and don't beat yourself down if you can't tick everything off the list every day! You can always catch up.
• Use a Pomodoro technique! If you're not feeling motivated, start with short work intervals of 25 minutes and plenty of short breaks. Before you know, you will get into the right study flow and time will fly.
• Sleep at least 8-9 hours every night. Use this week to catch up on the sleep you missed during semester. It will refresh your mind and help with focus and energy levels.

Also, take advantage of the 'skills development' courses and appointments offered by the Library. Don't be afraid to reach out: there are subject-specific resources and staff aiming to help you develop study skills so you can work more effectively.

Lastly, if you know you cannot focus at home/ in your flat, go find a nice spot at the Library or main campus- it is all still open! Click here for a list of the best study spots on Edi campus.

Recharge with ResLife

We are here to support you even during consolidation week. Get free coffee and hot chocolate at the Tea Station in Christina Miller West hub, or sign up for relaxing events like our Pancake brunch to get the energy before you go off to study.