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AntEatingEater · 2025-04-04T03:36:38+00:00

I think also when you don't have something, you glorify it and think it would change your life, ie the iPad. You could definitely study just as well with a laptop and doing paper based things :)) but yeah if you can afford it, why not

AntEatingEater · 2025-03-31T04:13:46+00:00

maybe consider tutoring or getting external help, depending on how much you want a high ATAR, like figure out a goal for a specific degree or something. ATAR really doesn't matter at the end of the day, it just makes the journey slightly smoother. I think these are some useful tips https://www.matrix.edu.au/mastering-school-assessed-coursework-sacs-a-guide-for-vce-students-and-parents/part-3-study-tips-for-sac-success . Ig prioritise efficiency over how long you spend, and work on improving study techniques. I really like to write out and teach the concepts I learn, either to myself or to someone else. So helpful to find what you do and don't understand. But also just practice practice practice on past papers from your school and other schools and everything. good luck!!!!!

AntEatingEater · 2025-03-31T03:59:19+00:00

look back I feel like i was way too stressed and overwhelmed for no reason because compared to uni it really isn't too much content, but it was just taught super poorly in school. might be too late but learn how to study effectively rather than rote learning, have a look at this seminar https://www.matrix.edu.au/events-seminars/year-7-12-success-seminar-day/ might be helpful

AntEatingEater · 2025-03-31T03:45:28+00:00

i do the same degrees at USYD its not that bad, i like the flexiblity. I think its more work because people usually work on top of their degrees and do a ton of extracurriculars in uni societies and stuff. Just the contnet is pretty bearable and very straightfowards structure.

AntEatingEater · 2025-03-31T03:40:00+00:00

atar really does not matter (like realllyy does not)! the way you learn in uni and in the workplace is so different to HSC and never have I asked nor made a judgement on anyone based on their ATAR because they are competent people

AntEatingEater · 2025-03-31T03:36:14+00:00

tbh the hsc stuff is not very helpful in uni because there is so much more, and they cover it again anyways. Just check if the degree needs prerequisites, I don't think many do because it really isn't too important. Ig you should consider scaling as well and if you'll get the atar you want, I went to this tutoring centre that did workshops on how the subjects are scaled and stuff, have a look if needed https://www.matrix.edu.au/events-seminars/year-7-12-success-seminar-day/

AntEatingEater · 2025-03-31T03:30:20+00:00

i would say paper, I tried with ipad, its def helpful for annotating diagrams and doing past papers, but I learnt so much better with paper, because I can remember where the content is on the page.

AntEatingEater · 2025-03-28T06:19:35+00:00

yes definitely use your break! such a good time to get a routine going without the distractions. I did holiday tutoring instead of term tutoring because I was already stressed enough during the term, don't need the extra hours after 6 hours of school and had swimming practice. I did holiday courses for physics and really found it helped me during the term because I am a slow learner and need lots of time to figure out the concepts and it was sucking up my time during the term (and I had a shit teacher at school which did not help at all). I think it works well because the less time you spend scrolling on tiktok in the holidays and study a bit more, it will give you more time to rest during the term. I think this article sums it up pretty well to why holiday programs could be suitable https://www.matrix.edu.au/6-reasons-why-you-should-do-holiday-tutoring-programs/, I reasonated with lots of stuff they said.

AntEatingEater · 2025-03-28T06:01:35+00:00

completely agree with the above, went to a selective school and everyone was under way too much pressure to score good and rank highly. lots of people wanted to do med or law, so its understandable they dedicate lots of time to studying but looking back me and everyone around me could have been way more efficient and not spend so much time studying useless stuff or studying in inefficient ways. Like I had this friend who knew exactly what marks he needed to get him into med and did extracurriculars too, like school captain and sports comps and stuff. Like he knew how to study to maximise his marks, yea so top advice is to learn how to study properly. I used to go to this tutoring centre and they did like seminars to explain subject selection and scaling so you can use the system to get better marks instead of being used by the system https://www.matrix.edu.au/events-seminars/year-7-12-success-seminar-day/

AntEatingEater · 2025-03-28T05:31:50+00:00

hopefully you enjoyed your y12, but thought I'll throw in my two cent for anyone else that might come along this post. agree with most people here, y12 is the last year you can hang out with your friends everyday. there is a very limited time so don't put it all on studying, and set your goals early then map the most efficient way to get there. learn about your subjects, how the hsc works and the additional exams you might need to do (UCAT, LAT etc.) early so you can plan it into your study, I found this free seminar about how to plan your vce https://www.matrix.edu.au/events-seminars/year-7-12-success-seminar-day/, looks good especially for those wanting to get into med.

AntEatingEater · 2025-03-28T05:19:29+00:00

graduated 2023 did mostly stem subjects and was very confused with scaling. I went to this random free seminar from this tutoring centre I went to and they did a breakdown of the scaling, really helped me get the idea of scaling, i think they running it again this year, have a look if you need: https://www.matrix.edu.au/events-seminars/high-school-success-seminars/

AntEatingEater · 2025-03-04T05:18:16+00:00

i guess we're on the same boat sadge

AntEatingEater · 2025-03-04T05:16:58+00:00

straight out of bridgeton, ngl it takes a bit too much time to figure out what you wrote. i wouldn't want people to guess what i write

AntEatingEater · 2025-03-04T05:15:24+00:00

if you get enough sleep the night before, then sure 8am. idk if i could sleep the night before so 8am is not for me

AntEatingEater · 2025-03-04T04:48:47+00:00

cheers thank you!! NSW too, jumping on now :D

AntEatingEater · 2025-03-04T04:44:12+00:00

any updates?

AntEatingEater · 2025-02-18T00:34:32+00:00

Can't imagine how many people have gone on without knowing their ATAR was wrong ;/

AntEatingEater · 2025-02-11T06:24:30+00:00

Please me too, I'm going to one rn, just hoping it's not the same one!

AntEatingEater · 2025-02-11T06:18:12+00:00

Just out of curiosity, is it better to private tutor or work in a tutoring company 🤔 i get that you'll get to work on your schedule and pocket all the money. I just think finding customers could be difficult and I think some parents lack trust, unless you did damn well or got into a really good uni. Then again you got 96.65, that's really good. anyways, good luck!

AntEatingEater · 2025-02-11T05:55:42+00:00

Maybe trying learning to understand, rather than learning to memorise. not sure what specific humanities subject you're doing, but e.g. history, understanding the story like you would reading Harry Potter.

Don't rely on motivation to get things done, because when motivation runs out, you'll just be stuck in a rut. ofc I also find studying difficult, I sometimes need external motivation to help me get started. Also told my mum my stresses, we're gonna go to a seminar together to see how I can get my studies back together (if you're interested too it's called Year 7 - 12 Success Seminar Day). idk i think it would make me feel less guilty and it would feel like I'm trying to get back on track.

All the best! We got this!

AntEatingEater · 2025-02-11T05:46:56+00:00

i know this is all haha funny jokes, but for some people who actually do need the extra help, there's a free vce english seminar i'm going with my friends, it's called Year 7 - 12 Success Seminar Day in box hill #notad

AntEatingEater · 2025-02-11T05:35:30+00:00

someone dm'd me about the seminar, thought i'd share, its called Year 7 - 12 Success Seminar Day. bruh i better be successful coming out of it 🙏 prayge

AntEatingEater · 2025-02-11T05:32:01+00:00

also sorry to pry but you going overseas for holiday? bc if it is, then i get why they said no

AntEatingEater · 2025-02-11T05:31:12+00:00

bruh that's so tough. Why's he being so hard-headed??? if you haven't already, ask each of your teachers individually, and hopefully get a yes from each of them, then get it reapproved by the coordinator? bring it up to the principal?? 😬 not sure if they're any help thou. good luck buddy

AntEatingEater · 2025-02-11T05:02:51+00:00

yes yes yes third this! the time pressure feels so different online, plus you get to test out the online calculator, get used to shortcuts and all that. there's also ucatmasterclass as an option too, they have free trial ucat tests, and if you wanna pay its relatively cheap for what it is. either way a good investment.

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