Adjusting to University level study Leaving behind a timetable of around 9am 3pm, the Uni timetable may come as a surprise to you. With contact time being around 15 hours per week (though varying across courses and Universities themselves), there is a bigger emphasis on independent study. Getting used to this new way of studying is important, and there are a few things to be aware of… Lectures and seminars All degrees involve lectures and seminars. The aim is not to write down every word which comes out the tutor’s mouth, but to jot down key points and topics...
