Preparing for your studies
Welcome to university! Set yourself up for success by starting your study the right way. The Learning Centre has many great tips for success throughout your whole degree. Check out the videos and resources on this page to guide you through the first steps to studying successfully.
The Learning Centre also provides workshops, resources, and study help throughout the year to guide you and keep you on track. Check out our Services for Students page to find out what supports might be best for you.
Don't forget to get a head start with your study, meet your classmates, and build some academic skills during Orientation Week. Orientation activities and skills workshops are planned for trimester and semester orientations. Follow the link below to see your orientation schedule and register for essential skills workshops.
Tips and advice for preparing at university
Preparing for university
Top tips for starting university
Top tips for starting university
Top tips from academics
JCU Lecturers discuss getting started at university
Study Planning
Planning your study is a great way to practice time management and project management. These skills are highly desired by graduate employers. Start by planning your assessments with our assessment planner templates and planning your study with our semester or trimester templates. Once you can see the big picture, try planning your week with our weekly planner template. Check out the videos below for a quick guide for how to plan your study.
Using semester planners
Using semester planners
Download your planner here
Using weekly planners
Using weekly planners
Want to know more?
- Check out our Academic Success page.
- Preparation for intensive courses