FY026 - University Success: Knowledge and Creativity in Higher Ed

This report reflects on a student's experiences in a university course, focusing on knowledge and creativity. It highlights the perceptual development gained, the importance of in-depth study, and the challenges encountered, particularly in time management. The report emphasizes the development of research and analytical skills, resource planning, and the significance of equality and diversity in learning. Strategies for overcoming challenges are discussed, including time management techniques, developing effective study skills, seeking academic advising, and managing finances responsibly. The conclusion underscores the opportunities for growth in university and the means to navigate its challenges effectively.

FY026 preparing for
success at university:
Knowledge and creativity

TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION...............................................................................................................3
MAIN BODY.......................................................................................................................3
CONCLUSION...................................................................................................................5
REFERENCES..................................................................................................................6

INTRODUCTION
University is a higher level institute that works for educational purpose. Here, the
students will study to attain degree and conduct academic research that will expand
their knowledge and skills (Kahu, Nelson, and Picton, 2017). It offers various programs
and courses along with wide range of faculties for the learning purpose. This report
deals with the experience of a student in the path of earning within university course.
MAIN BODY
I have gained several experiences while pursuing the course within the
university. I have learned to make sense of the working environment and stimuli present
around it. It has helped me in attaining greater perceptual development that allows
feedback in response with the efforts put in by me to act within the given environment.
Within the duration of entire course I cam across various findings that will help me to
explore my knowledge as well as skills. However, there are many areas where I faced
issues and challenges that stands in the way of my overall progress during this module.
Time management is the one of the key parameter where I lack and this made it hard
for me to juggle between academic and personal life balance. It is difficult for me to
meet the given deadlines for the tasks and activities allocated to me. On the other
hand, learning within this module helped me develop the habit of studying in- depth and
search for every aspect that is associated with the topic. This, in some cases, lead to
delay to complete tasks within deadlines and attaining major milestones of my academic
learning process.
I also learned that with the help of proper planning and implementation of ideas
and working in a smart way, I can attain the milestones I have set and grow on personal
as well as academic level. The completion of this learning module assisted me in
ascertaining various activities as well as tasks that are important to undergo
simultaneously while being in very organised way (Silva, Farias, and Mesquita, 2021).
With this module, I was able to recognise my research as well as analytical skills that
helped me solve various problems. I was able to clarify my doubts by giving such topic
extra time and searching. I followed a logical pattern to get to the end of every doubt
and learning of each topic. This logical way made it easy for me to clearly segregate

various activities and understand its meaning. Moreover, I learned to plan my resources
whose availability is limited such as time, money, books and so on. I did this resource
allocation in a synchronised way. Learning within this module was very insightful
process for me as it helped me learn major new things for myself as well as regarding
my style of learning that made this module a success for the purpose of my academic
growth. Lastly, I understood the necessity of equality and diversity within my learning
practices.
Pursuing a course within a university comes with various obstacles that can
make the learning process hard or can even produce better results. It is important to
overcome these challenges where I require proper time, guidance and encouragement
to become successful within various ways of learning. Some ways that will help me
overcome these challenges, include:
Managing time: Investing time in setting up daily planner as well as keeping a
calender that includes the details about the assignments, exams along with some
personal events. I must not be afraid in asking for help from fellow peers and family
members in the process of trying to balance the work, family and university
(Thummapol, and et.al., 2019). Managing time will help me to complete the work in less
time or even within the allocated time frame. This is because it will keep me focus on
main tasks and work without distractions. Time management will assist me in making
the most out of my capabilities and enjoy the satisfaction of accomplishment of all the
tasks and activities.
Learning study skills: It includes asking questions and having complete
participation within the class discussions. I can develop learning skills with the help of
text books, taking notes in class, testing my knowledge and also increasing my
vocabulary. Good study skills will increase my level of confidence, competence along
with self- esteem. Learning study skills will work positively in reducing my stress
regarding the tests and deadlines. It will improve my capability to learn along with
retaining the knowledge I already posses. Effective study skills will make work and effort
worthwhile.
Seeking academic advising: Academic advisor will assist in following the class
and pre- requisites that will match my learning style with the instructors. Meeting with

the academic advisors will help in keeping on track regarding the whole of course.
Advisor will support me in making informed as well as effective decisions that are
aligned with my personal ambitions and attain success for the same. Practical guidance
from the advisor will me to recognise current areas of struggling and thrive within the
academic environment.
Managing finances: As a student, it is important for me to use my financial aids
in important work such as investing on books and online courses rather than spending
on unnecessary areas (Feussi, Edoun, and Kok, 2020). I have to look for scholarship
and gain understanding regarding the student loans. It is important for me to set the
budget for food, telephone and travel. Keeping track of the expenses will help me figure
out the areas where I over- spend and the wasteful areas as well.
CONCLUSION
It can be concluded that learning course from university generates various ways
to make the students learn and develop within their academic career path. It creates
several opportunity for the students to develop their knowledge and skills. However,
university student face many challenges but there are ways by which these challenges
can be overcome.

REFERENCES
Books and Journals
Feussi, P., Edoun, E.I. and Kok, L., 2020. Overcoming the Challenges Faced by
University Students Pursuing Business Research in Presenting Meaningful and
Relevant Literature. IUP Journal of Business Strategy, 17(4), pp.54-61.
Kahu, E., Nelson, K. and Picton, C., 2017. Student interest as a key driver of
engagement for first year students. Student Success, 8(2), pp.55-66.
Silva, R., Farias, C. and Mesquita, I., 2021. Challenges faced by preservice and novice
teachers in implementing student-centred models: A systematic
review. European Physical Education Review, p.1356336X21995216.
Thummapol, and et.al., 2019. Methodological challenges faced in doing research with
vulnerable women: Reflections from fieldwork experiences. International Journal
of Qualitative Methods, 18, p.1609406919843022.