What it takes to be a successful Unisa student

The following is a list of the characteristics of a successful Unisa student. Where do you still need to improve?

1. Be sure of what you want to achieve. You will be more motivated if you have chosen the right career.
2. Start your studies as soon as possible and work on a daily basis. DO ALL YOUR ASSIGNMENTS! Practice makes perfect!
3. Set daily as well as long-term goals. Monitor yourself and make sure you achieve your goals!
4. Have a positive attitude. Although it is hard work, studying is also enjoyable.
5. Learn all the academic skills needed. Attend writing, note-taking and reading workshops when available.
6. Look after your well-being. Learn how to eat right, exercise properly, have healthy relationships and be positive about yourself.
7. Realise when things are not going as you want them to. Do something about them immediately such as consulting a peer helper or a counsellor.
8. Learn how to enjoy pressure and handle stress.
9. Set up a support system. Tell your friends and family about your studies. Join a study group.
10. Be independent and able to cope with studying on your own.
11. Be able to say "no" to yourself and others!

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