The first year at University

You have taken a very big step in coming to university; you may have been in your previous school or college for a number of years, and you knew how everything worked there. This may be the first time you have lived away from home. And yes, university work is harder - you are having to learn all kinds of study skills that you haven't been asked to use before.  Allow yourself time to adjust.

Every year, large numbers of students seek out university services because they feel like they aren't coping well with the transition, so you are not alone. Your first year only counts as 10% of your final degree, so give yourself the whole year to settle in, become familiar with university life, and work on your study skills. You are not doing nearly as badly as you think! 

Remember you can always come and talk to a Disability Adviser, the Advice and Counselling Service, or your Student Support Officer if you are feeling very worried.