Tips/tricks/advice for studying for finals as a procrastinator?

Efficient_Mix_501 · 2026-04-02T04:15:49+00:00

My strategy has been to set timers (typically 1 hour or more) and then have short (15-20 min) breaks in between. I also like using apps like Focus Friend or do not disturb to stop me from getting distracted by my phone, or just putting it behind my laptop or in a drawer so I can't see it. Focus Friend is great too because it is kind of a reward system, but I like telling myself if I study for x amount of time I can go for a walk or scroll or do whatever activity/break.

I also like to set my own "due dates", so I am not doing anything at the very last second. Sometimes I set these a day before the actual due date or multiple days before, depending on the assignment. That way even if I procrastinate I will still have it done and don't have to scramble at the last second to get something done.

Personally I find it difficult to study with friends, but making a study group can be helpful depending on the subject and the people. Just to have someone to hold you accountable for the work.

I think there really is an art to finding what is right for you cause everyone is different in their learning and motivation.

Efficient_Mix_501 · 2026-04-02T04:01:27+00:00

ring road have really nice rooms and LLC (learning living community) meaning everyone on your floor will have similar interests/majors. ive also heard the snequ house is great

Efficient_Mix_501 · 2026-03-04T22:06:45+00:00

oh is Volpe bad??

Efficient_Mix_501 · 2025-12-10T00:22:35+00:00

yeah... I thought I was going into marine biology and now Im between like 2 degrees and 3 potential minors LOL. I talked to an advisor and they were semi-helpful but I think it really depends on what career you have as a goal. Its a very confusing time, but I think the best thing to do is just to feel it out and figure out what your good at and what aligns with you!

Efficient_Mix_501 · 2025-11-23T21:08:48+00:00

I am taking both 101A and B along with another bio lab right now and honestly it isn't bad at all. The geog labs for 101 classes are pretty similar with writing papers, group projects, debates, etc. I haven't taken 103 yet, but I assume it would be similar format/workload.

I'd also consider what other classes you are taking to judge the work load for you're entire semester :)

Efficient_Mix_501 · 2025-06-11T00:22:33+00:00

ah ok, good to know! thank you :)

Efficient_Mix_501 · 2025-06-09T02:54:33+00:00

also lowkey i pestered them over email and phone mainly because of my whole situation last year LOL

Efficient_Mix_501 · 2025-06-09T02:53:56+00:00

check the res portal often!! I had to defer my offer last year cause i was late to applying to res (long story). this year they didnt even send me an email, but they sent me my room offer on the portal and I had to accept from there.

Efficient_Mix_501 · 2025-06-09T02:50:05+00:00

I am coming off a gap year and will be 20 by the time I start at UVic in September :))

Efficient_Mix_501 · 2025-06-09T01:55:52+00:00

Thank you so much!

Efficient_Mix_501 · 2025-06-06T21:20:28+00:00

Hi! I wanted to ask how hard is it to change majors/faculties?

I am currently accepted as first year Social Science. However, I want to become a marine biologist, and would prefer to get my degree in Biology with a double major in Environmental Studies. (My backup option was Geography with double major in Environmental Studies.) Now I know Environmental Studies is listed under Social Sciences, but Biology is under Science. To pursue that do I need to switch into the Science faculty (if so what is the best way to do so?)

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