​Trousers
​It’s a good idea to pack two pairs of jeans, at least, ideally one blue and one black. It’s also worth packing a pair of stretch jeans as well, for those days when you just want to be comfortable. Two to three pairs of leggings are also a must - these are ideal for wearing when you’re chilling in halls or on days when you just want to be comfortable. A couple of tailored pairs of trousers are also a good idea, just in case you have anything that you need to look smart for.

​Accessories
Don’t forget to pack a few accessories to take with you, as these are essential for jazzing up your look. If you want to ensure that you’re able to dress up or dress down, it’s worth ensuring that you’ve got a selection of accessories packed. This should include hats, scarves, jewelry, and any other bits and bobs you can think of.
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​Shoes
Obviously, you’ll need a selection of heels for all the parties that you’ll be attending, but what other shoes will you need? Ideally, it’s a good idea to pack a couple of pairs of boots - one pair of ankle boots and one knee-length pair. It’s also worth packing pump style shoes, such as Vans, and a couple of pairs of ballet flats. That way, no matter what, you’re covered.

​Input Data Into Your Period Tracker
Unless you are one of the very few women in the world who has a regular, steady cycle, this should absolutely be a part of your nightly routine. Period trackers don’t just allow you to see when your next cycle is due. They also allow you to input your mood, breakouts, flow and other things in them. This gives you the ability to track these things too, and predict future occurrence. It could be that you discover you are always in a bad mood around the 12th and the 13th of each month. Once you know this, it becomes less of a surprise, and you can start to make plans to allow it to run its course without aggravation. ​

Familiarize Yourself With Sleep Hygiene
You’ve heard about not keeping your mobile phone under your pillow, and making your room nice and dark. But did you know that all these things together, plus a handful more, fall under an umbrella term that is becoming more popular?. That term is ‘sleep hygiene’. Here are some of the basics. Set your body clock and then stick to it. If this means that you still have to get up at 7 am on the weekends too, then so be it. After a time, it will become natural. If you do it for long enough, you will likely be able to rise without need for an annoying alarm clock. Also, keep your bedroom for the things it is supposed to be for. This means that working, exercising, using your laptop or watching movies should be done in another room. When it comes to making the room suitable for sleep, think ‘dark,’ ‘quiet,’ and ‘cool’. These are the three key things that will help you get a restful night’s sleep. The National Sleep Foundation has more tips and guidance, but for darkness, invest in blackout blind. For a quiet room, consider double or triple glazing, or earplugs on a budget. And for a cool temperature, be sure that the room temperature is correct and that your mattress and pillows allow air to flow freely in them. 

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Discover Your Learning Style
It is important to know honestly how you study best. Many people learn best by listening to experts speak, for example. Others need to discuss things they have learned with their peers or repeat things in a new way. Some are almost entirely reading-based learners. They like their textbooks, sources, and note taking to see them through their studies. Many people are a combination of several of these. What is essential is to identify the ways that you find the most and least helpful, for example. Visual learners may find a “mind map” or diagram to be invaluable while it is meaningless to others. Some students may flee in the other direction if faced with pages of solid text while others will dive in! No single method is any better than the other in itself. But they can have very different levels of success in your own learning. Try to identify which is best and incorporate it into your learning routine. You may not be able to change the fact that some of your classes or lectures are delivered verbally when you prefer to read. Or that some of your subjects have a visual aspect when you’re really more of a listener. But with a bit of self-awareness you can adapt almost any delivery style to suit you. Why not read some of the notes aloud and record yourself, playing it back when you have some spare time or need to study? Or take notes during the lecture that you can re-read or type up so that they are more likely to stay in your head. Whatever method you choose, make sure it is one that works for you and that you’re more likely to stick to. It is also important to discover whether you consider yourself a social or solitary learner. Solitary learners need their own time, space, and quiet to study. Social learners often like to be in a study group with friends or to discuss things out loud. Select a method that suits you. If you don’t dread the method of learning itself then it will be far easier to stay motivated and productive!

Plan Ahead
There is no faster way to become a weak student than by leaving things to the last minute. Some people find staying organized and ahead of schedule easy, but most of us need a little help. Try making a timetable or calendar and include all important deadlines along with their word counts. If you’re writing an essay that is not due for a while but has a large word count, maybe start work early alongside other projects. Planning ahead means that you have the space and clarity to actually be calm with your projects. This means that you are more likely to express yourself clearly, structure an argument well, or respond creatively to a task. If you are tired, stressed, and overworked, your work will suffer. Some projects may by nature be last minute but it is not a good habit to have. If you find yourself in a last minute position time and again, you’re probably not doing yourself justice. You can still have a social life and work effectively. The trick is to be honest with yourself about what needs to be done and then work at it over time. Cramming and last minute dashes have been shown to be ineffective. Even though many of us have tried to make them work!