Every Monday, firstpoint publishes five points about a topic related to life at university. This week, it’s reassessment week for many of our students. We make sure you’re prepared, you know who to contact with any questions and that you look after your wellbeing, not only during this week but over the summer months ahead…
POINT ONE: IT’S REASSESSMENT WEEK…
firstpoint would like to wish ‘good luck’ to all students sitting reassessments this week!
We’ve included some points to remember to help you feel prepared:
- Try to get a good night’s sleep – set your alarm, have a good breakfast and check your route into campus to avoid any delays.
- Remember your ID – you’ll need to bring your Student ID card, or an alternative form of photographic ID for exam entrance. Double check you have this before you leave!
- Be clear on equipment, check the exam details in advance to see what you will need. There are lockers available across campuses to store any other personal belongings during your exam.
- Check your timetable – and check it again! Be confident with your exam time and location – if you’re not sure where to go, call firstpoint during opening hours for further support on 01905 542551.
You can find more information on exams on the Registry Services Exams FAQ pages.
If you feel that you would benefit from any guidance on the outcomes of your reassessments, you can receive individual advice via the specialist Programme Advisers. They offer tailored guidance on regulatory matters such as exam board decisions, reassessments or retake queries and course changes and may be able to answer questions you have about next steps.
POINT TWO: LOOK AFTER YOUR MENTAL HEALTH THIS SUMMER…
For any students submitting reassessments or resitting their exam week, and for all our student body over the summer, remember it’s important to maintain good mental health and focus on your wellbeing throughout your time at university and beyond.
If you’re working hard to complete your reassessments, or revising for an exam, make sure to schedule in some breaks to help you rest and refocus. Take a short walk, make a drink and prepare a healthy snack. Look after your body and mind will support you to perform more effectively during assessments.
The University Health and Wellbeing pages include some helpful tips and advice on how to Work Well, Study Well and Stay Well, and Student Services pages offer additional links to a range of wellbeing and personal support.
POINT THREE: CONNECT WITH OTHERS…
Good relationships are important for mental wellbeing. Connecting with family and friends can help you feel a sense of belonging, share your positive experiences and good times, as well as offering support to each other when needed. You can always use technology to connect with each other if you’re too far away to catch up face to face, especially if university friends are heading home across the country for the summer.
The Student Support and Wellbeing team are continuing to run Fancy a Cuppa every day during the summer reassessment week, by our friendly Student Wellbeing Service and Student Ambassadors. If you’re completing any reassessments, or are still on campus during this time, join us for a hot drink every day from the 6th-10th July from 1-2pm, in firstpoint, on the St Johns campus. If you would like any further information regarding these events, please contact: fac@worc.ac.uk.
POINT FOUR: STAY ACTIVE…OR GET ACTIVE…
There are lots of options and they don’t have to cost a lot – try walking, running, swimming, yoga or cycling. Join a local club – you can search for a fitness club in your area via the NHS website.
If you haven’t yet checked out the university Riverside Fitness Suite, get in touch with the team and find out how to access membership via the Student Benefits app on your myday page!
Many local parks are accessible in walking distance form university campuses and have free exercise equipment available to use – if you like extra motivation, you can download your favourite app on-line to exercise in your own time. There are many free apps you can download such as Couch to 5k.
Being outside can boost your mood, help you keep active, relieve stress and anxiety, give you a boost of vitamin D and serotonin and improve your sleep – so many reasons to get out and explore.
POINT FIVE: TRY SOMETHING NEW OR SET SOME GOALS…
What have you been wanting to do but just never had the time? For students on their summer break, now might be a great opportunity to set aside some time so you can work towards your goals or wish-list!
It doesn’t have to be anything big; you don’t have to write a novel but maybe you wanted to organise your photos, declutter your wardrobe or arrange an overdue visit with family or friends– you’ll feel a great sense of achievement getting these things done.
Or why not take up a new hobby? Whether it’s something creative, new cooking skills, meditation or a new team sport; find something you enjoy and invest some time in yourself. Remember it’s important to connect with other people, perhaps you can get a friend involved too. Search for “free events near me” on-line or visit your Student’s Union for ideas and you’ll be surprised what you can get involved in.
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