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New Students: Time Management

BU students Valerie, Ellie, Jessica and Cormac talk about what time management means to them, what techniques they use to plan their study, and where to get help when they need it.

Free Planner Downloads

 

A range of free downloadable study planners from the Organised Student. 

Time Management Tutorial

A tutorial on time management skills from Leeds University Library. Includes tips on how to plan, prioritise and organise, plus how to avoid distractions.   

Time Management

Based on the work of expert Stella Cottrell, international bestselling author of The Study Skills Handbook, this interactive resource will help you hone and develop your study skills at your own pace. Each module has been carefully designed so you can assess your current proficiency, track your progress, become more confident and get the most out of your course.

Click on 'Continue with your Institution account'.

Time Management Study Skills Workshop

This workshop is suitable for UNDERGRADUATE and POSTGRADUATE students and includes::

  • Planning and prioritising your time; Work/life balance; Time management techniques.

Time Management Apps

A list of top time management and productivity apps for students. Includes apps for planning your schedule, list making and breaking your study into manageable chunks. ​

Time Management Resources

The Learn Higher website has lots of tips and advice on time management skills.

Assignment planning tool

Assignment Survival Kit from University of Swansea

A tool to help you plan backwards from your hand-in deadline

Useful Books