Are you coping with study?

Manage your time

These planners are a great way to help you manage your time and prepare for the stressful times of session.

• Daily planner (PDF, 25.42 KB) (opens in a new window)
• Weekly planner (PDF, 110.18 KB) (opens in a new window)
• Guide to Studying at Home (PDF, 116.59 KB) (opens in a new window)

• Summer 2025/2026 Planner (opens in a new window)
• Autumn 2025 Term Planner (opens in a new window)
• Spring 2025 Term Planner (opens in a new window)

Want More?

The Counselling Service have developed a wide range of online resources to help you succeed at university.

• Study, Money & Life Skills vUWS site - 12 modules focused on essential skills for university students
• Quick Clips - short animations on topics like perfectionism, anxiety, time management and memory blanks
• Relaxation Recordings - take some time to destress and calm the mind
• Wellbeing and You Podcast - meet some of the staff at Wellbeing Services and hear more about wellbeing topics like exam stress and time management.

Thinking of dropping out?

The first few weeks of study can be daunting. Sometimes it's so overwhelming that students choose to drop out. There are a number of things you can do to make uni manageable. It's worth exploring these options before you make the decision to leave. Counsellors can give you helpful advice and support.

• Make an appointment with a counsellor (opens in a new window)
• eCounselling

Help and advice with administrative matters

We can help you navigate academic issues such as Disruption to Studies, Review of Grade and Misconduct. Please bring your form and any supporting documentation to your appointment and we can assist you through the process.