Why is it important to reflect on your uni experience in the holidays

Hi guys
University can be a daunting time and a lot to process. It’s helpful to use the holidays as a time to reflect on what’s happened in the term. Decide what went well and what you want to do better next term. Which friends made a positive impact on your life and which may have had a less positive affect.
How has everyone found uni? Did freshers live up to expectations? Was second year more or less work than the first? And do you feel reedy to graduate if you’re in third year?


Best wishes
Emily

Hi Emily,

I think reflecting on some of the experiences of the last term is a great thing to do as we move into the winter break. It's likely the first real break for a lot of students, and with it being the new year, it means that we can set some new goals for ourselves!

Personally, I have just finished my first semester of studying abroad in the US. I have absolutely loved my experience so far - the location, activities, academics, and people are so wonderful, and I am extremely grateful of what I am able to do. However, I am also thinking about the time I have left, the things I would like to experience and get involved in, and what I should expect and prepare for in my final year.

Remember to look at both the positives and negatives of the year, and consider what you'd like to change or keep the same as you move into the next term. An important thing to note though, as it has been mentioned, is that the holidays are also a time to take a break from your studies. Relax, have some fun, and enjoy some well-deserved time off!

Isabella 🙂
Third-year Geography with a Year Abroad Student

Hi Isabella
What an amazing opportunity to study in the US how did you manage to do this! This is such a brilliant way to reflect, I’m glad you have had such a brilliant time.

Best wishes
Emily

Hi Emily,

It really has been a wonderful experience so far! Reflecting now is a great way to wrap up the first term, as well as the year.

For me, it was already 'built-in' as part of my course. I also believe it is possible for students to incorporate it into their studies and go abroad for different periods of time, e.g., a few weeks, a semester, a full year. It was an early and big decision for me to make back in Year 13, but it was definitely the best decision I have made.

Wishing you a happy New Year and a positive start to the second term,

Isabella
Third-year Geography with a Year Abroad Student