At first glance, a good work-life balance for students seems to be easy to achieve because most timetables contain just a few lectures per week and a lot of spare time. However, in reality this looks a bit different.

Besides the lectures, there are many other obligations you need to manage such as writing assignments, preparing presentations, working on projects and learning for the exams. Moreover, most students need to work part-time to finance their studies and of course, they also want to enjoy their life and have fun with friends.

So how do you find the balance between study, work and social life?

Make a timetable and follow it

A timetable is a great way to organize your week. Make sure to fill in everything including class time, work times, study times and other obligations. By doing this, you will know exactly when your free time is and where you can hang out with friends or do anything you like. The more detailed your calendar is, the more likely you will stick to it.

Be realistic! You need to be honest with yourself and how much you can handle. It is important to priorities your tasks. Sometimes it seems like everything is important, but there are things that are more important than others and sometimes you may have to say no to the less important things such as outings with friends.

Choose a suitable job

If you choose a job that is aligned with your studies, you are able to apply the skills and knowledge you learn from your lectures, and vice versa. You earn experience and feel more confident in your chosen career path.

However, take care that your job is flexible and fits into your schedule!

Learn how to handle stress

As mentioned earlier, life as a student can be stressful. There are many ways to handle stress, you just need to figure out what works best for you. Some people like to do sport, others like to do meditation and others need some quality time with their friends or family.

Look for a study group 

It is important to realize that you are not alone with this feeling! Building a study group is a good way to handle the stress and pass the upcoming exams. You can support each other and complement your skills.

Stay healthy

A healthy body is the fundamental requirement to be successful in managing your study life.

Make sure that you take enough time to look after yourself. Eating nutritious food, exercising and getting enough sleep can boost your brain and body’s performance. It will improve your productivity and helps you to stay focused.

Reward yourself

There is nothing wrong with being proud of yourself and your work. If you’ve completed a task successfully, then reward yourself! Moreover, planning something that you are looking forward to will help you to stay motivated and focused.