First-Year FINISHED!!!!!

HOLIDAY NEEDED:)

HARD WORK AND DEDICATION PAYS OFF!

DATA PROTECTION

Passwords- always protect your devices with password that are hard to guess and that only you will know!

Privacy -keep all infomation private, do not tell anybody even your most closets friends and family your private infomation and don’t write them down and leave them visable!

Software update- always ensure you update your devices with the new software suggested, this keep viruses and hackers away!

WiFi- can be an open door to virus and hackers so always make sure you have a strong password and check your devices are the only ones connected.

Set Up Two-Factor Authentication

Backup- always back up important infomation on a secure drive!

BY BANKSY

Crime & Graffiti

Finished my report on graffiti linked to crime.

During this task I must use ethical considerations carried out by BERA. This ensures to minimize all potential risks to the community and the researcher. I maintained ethical considerations by making sure I had a fully charged mobile phone with me at all times, mainly being in a car and only getting out of the car to take pictures, I ensured the research was carried out in daylight and I assessed the area before going which therefore minimised my potential risks. Another factor to include in the harm that this report could have on the residence of the community.

Throughout my first-year of Uni, I have been partaking in voluntary work with a company called -Mind- it is a massive support system around Hull and East Yorkshire- I have been handing out leaflets to promote and help others in need with the services they provide. #mentalhealth #bekind

#StudentsSave!

Dyslexia

I have overcome some real struggles in my first-year of University and learnt so much about myself. I was struggling with processing and storing the information given to me in the classroom, and when getting home to start or finish some of my work it was becoming more apparent- we came to realise there is a term called- Short-term working memory dyslexia which I never knew I had until this course. However I have been undertaking assessments which now provide the help i need to keep me going, finishing and completing my assignments!

The help now been provided for my needs has become so much more easier to handle!

-give myself extra study time

-ask for help when I need it

-Never give up!

Presenting:)

My first time I presented my presentation to the whole class, which I feel went well by the time I got to the end. It was a little daunting and I actaully thought I was going into an actual panic attack- but then my bestfriend on the course comforted me and helped me overcome this hurdle- Soon as I saw there was a camera it felt very strange and new to me getting recorded but I new I had to do this because this is want I want to do and what i signed up for:)

Everyone was encouraging and suppoting and told me I did great for my first time which really helped my confidence. I got some good feedback from my tutor too which made me feel happy :) Hopefully it wont be as scary the next time!

Fear of Failure!

fear when writing an essay and what do you think may happen if you fail; can trigger feelings of embarrassment; disappointment and sadness so we avoid trying in the first place.

Failure gives us the opportunity to learn from our mistakes, keeping a positive attiude on ways to change and address the fears is what real success feels like.

Always refer to feedback and analyse it to see what went wrong, try new things and approach your tutor to get better understanding

#Keep going!

Must Read!

A Skills Self-Assessment Audit outlined my strengths and weaknesses. This helped to highlight areas needed for improvement, to achieve the best possible grades in my assignments.

-I put together an action plan to help organise my studies more affectivley.

#AIM+SHOOT...#GOALS

Back to work:)

Engaging in the help that universities have to offer is extremely important, when you feel like you are struggling with work-Uni life or just feeling down in general there is ALWAYS someone ready to help or even just listen to you.

#A problem shared is a problem halved

advernture and give your mind space too:)

#The struggle is real

Student living can be hard especially if you are not good with budgeting your money!

Getting a lump sum of money especiaally if you are noot use to it can be very exciting and you want to go on a shopping spree! But it is really important to budget and buy your essentials for university. Here’s a few tips to try help you spend wisely!

1- Pay your bills up front- if you have access to SF, by paying a few months upfront on your bills like rent can assure you that your not going to fall behind if life gets busier especially juggling Unversity and work! this can keep you stressfree:)

2- Set yourself a realistic limit- Having a weekly limit worked out that will last you till your next pay and sticking to it can be tricky but with will power and determination it can be done!

3- Shop savvy! Shop around, use your student discount where-ever it is accepted Whether it’s online or around your local town! Make sure your getting the best deal possible and don’t splash out to much on the expensive products (IT IS VERY HARD NOT TOO) #Willpower

#Goodluck!

Nearly a full year of working hard alongside studying at a university level, I have realised the most critical aspect of learning and being able to produce work is… READING as much information and sources as possible always read the material provided by your tutors and try create your own understanding of the subject!

Tips

These have helped me to get through my first year!

- Knowledgeable about the topic choice- Read all material provided at least 2/3 times to capture the information and ideas.

-Focus and concentration, Focus on the set essay; addressing distractions will sharpen your study and writing skills- quiet writing space, phone and back ground sounds could prevent you from concentration and easily distract you from task at hand!

-Being organized increases the quality of writing and are more likely to achieve goals, so set you time aside and put yourself first for once:)

Consistency and patience is key!

#you’vegotthis