Ultimate Guide to Student Life Hacks for Success

Hey there, fellow students! Are you ready to unlock the secrets of surviving (and thriving) in university life? Whether you’re a wide-eyed freshman or a seasoned senior, navigating the choppy waters of higher education can be a wild ride. But fear not! We’ve got your back with awesome life hacks that will make your university experience smoother than a freshly waxed surfboard.

From budget-friendly cooking tricks to time management wizardry, we’re about to drop some knowledge bombs that’ll have you sailing through your studies like a pro. So grab your favorite caffeinated beverage, settle into that comfy dorm chair, and let’s dive into the ultimate guide to crushing university life!

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Being a full-time student, in Malaysia, you may not have the time to get a part-time job and may rely on allowances or student loans to survive daily. So, it would help if you are prudent in your spending. What better to be careful than to have a budget plan in place?

To create a budget plan, list the items you need to buy monthly. Therefore, It is advisable to divide at least 20% of your money into savings. If you cannot afford to save 20%, you may start saving as little as RM 10 per month. The idea here is to start a saving habit. Once you have allocated your budget, follow up with the plan, and track your spending. You can track your spending using a notebook or Excel. OR. You can download budget calculator apps for free on the Google Store or Apps Store on your phone. You can click here to know more about the best budget apps for 2024!

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Most university students in Malaysia live in dorms. With restrictions to cooking, some of us must resort to eating out every day. But with the limited money that you have, eating out for every meal is not a good decision.

One of the most famous life hacks you can use at the dorm is to cook your meal using an electric kettle. There are several kinds of dishes you can make with an electric kettle. The most popular ones are making hard-boiled eggs and instant noodles. I would tell you to add some varieties to your recipe as eating the same thing all over again will be boring. You can cook your instant noodles alongside sausages. It will deepen your eating experiences while saving your pocket money.

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A student’s life is full of pressure and stress. There will be times when you feel like you are piggybacking the whole world when the assignments come at you. It is good to unwind and reward yourself once you complete a tough assignment or when you deliver a good presentation. Get some nice food, and watch movies at the cinema. It does not harm you to spend a little bit of extra money to reward yourself.

The act itself is an act of investment towards your mental health. It improves your mental health and motivates you to perform better in your studies. So, include investment in well-being in your budget plans so you will be more prudent in your spending.

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Time is gold. That is an important truth that every successful person holds to. That is also a truth that many students neglect. Everyone has 24 hours to live every single day. The difference between a successful person and a less successful person is how they fill their time. What do you do with your 24 hours? Do you fill your time doing unnecessary things like partying? It is not wrong to party sometimes, but being in a party too much will ruin your studies, health, and future.

Create a daily schedule and follow it. The most important things you need to focus on in your daily schedule are time to sleep, eat, and revise. Eating and sleeping on time is important because it helps your body stay healthy. If you fail to sleep on time, your body will not be able to rest and you will feel tired the next day. A sleepy student cannot focus in class. Continuing this will deteriorate your studies and health in the long run.

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An important aspect of time management is to record event planning on a schedule. You can put your plan in the planner as a reminder. An example of a plan that can be in a planner is Mary’s birthday next month. That way, you won’t have to miss Mary’s birthday party and apologize for forgetting her birthday. If you are wondering how to keep a planner without spending a dime, you can save the date in your phone calendar.

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If you are an avid note-taker, a highlighter is a must-have tool in your note-taking arsenal. The use of a highlighter during note-taking does not only beautify the note itself. When you highlight the important passages or concepts, you are drawing attention to the highlighted area. Imagine you are sailing on a sea full of information, the highlighted area is the guiding lighthouse helping you to navigate safely. It also helps you to better understand and remember the key points or concepts of your notes by distinguishing a key area from the rest of the notes.

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And there you have it, folks – your very own Swiss Army knife of university survival skills! Armed with these life hacks, you’re now ready to take on any challenge that comes your way. Remember, university is more than about scoring in exams and writing papers (though that’s important too). It’s about growing, learning, and becoming the best version of yourself.

So go ahead and put these tips into action. Cook up a storm in your kettle, rock that planner like a boss, and don’t forget to treat yourself now and then. After all, a happy student is a successful student! Now go out there and show the world what you’re made of. You’ve got this. The university world is yours for the taking. By the way, you can check out the lesons I learned when I was a student here. Class dismissed!