Don’t get us wrong, the university libraries are great. It’s easy to find books and resources, you can “study” with your friends.. sneak in some snacks too. Overall, it’s pretty chilled. Many of you may have struggled not being able to access the library in the last few months and so we want to share some tips on how to create a great study space at home for the next semester!
Lots of you will be moving in to new houses soon, so this is a great opportunity to start fresh in your new place!

- Noticeboards
If you have a noticeboard, use it! It’s a great way to keep track of upcoming assignments or readings you need to do. You can buy some cool pins to use as well! Maybe mix up work notes with photos to personalise your board! Be creative and make it something that makes you smile!
- Keep Organised
You will probably find yourself with loads of printed readings, flyers, letters etc. that need to be put somewhere. It’s way to easy to just stuff it in a drawer and forget about it, but it’s better to keep it organised! This tidiness is great for increasing motivation when coming to do work!
You can buy (or make) desk files for any note books or papers, get a document tray or get some lever arch files! Stay of top of your filing for ultimate organisation!
- Pen Pots and Notepads

Get your hands on some funky pen pots to keep your stationary in! You can always make your own using scrap paper and an old mug! Get making!
What better to go with your new pen pot than some nice notepads? Keeping a notepad open on the desk invites you to keep track of things that need doing and gives you somewhere to quickly write down important things!