Feeling scared and worried at University.

I'm at QUB doing BSc Geography. I know it's only the first week and I've had a few lectures where I've made some decent (some not so much) notes. I don't really know what else to do now. Do I get the recommended textbooks and make better notes. I'm just not doing much outside of lectures - I really don't know what I am supposed to do (I know that sound stupid) I'm also doing a archaeology module and I don't really understand much of it, even though I've made notes. I'm beginning to get worried and feel scared. A bit of homesickness is thrown in there too. Should I contact my personal tutor or what? I really just need some good advice. I feel like I might fail if I don't do any work. I got AAB at A-Level. I'm really worried I won't meet that standard in first year. I think i'll tell my parents as well.

I'd recommend asking your lecturers which books they would recommend the most (if they haven't already told you), and getting them from the library. If you're lacking notes on a topic or not fully understanding it, search through the contents and/or index of the books to find more information and pad out your notes. I think that contacting your personal tutor is a good idea, as they will have had students who were struggling with the transition to uni, increased workload etc before and will therefore be able to give you some advice on how to cope with it all

First and foremost you need to be kind to yourself. We can only do our best at any given time or opportunity. When you give yourself time, the answers will come. With regard to assignments, read the sypnosis until you understand it, or google the question. Never doubt your ability to succeed, you are phenomenal, believe in yourself and the universe will mirror that belief.

Thank you for the kind words Dominic! I think you've quoted me by mistake though

Oh no, I am new on here, how do I reply to the post?