W O R D S O F A D V ICE
Pranav Venkatachalam Mansfield House Vice-Captain (Co-curricular) What are your personal tips for success when completing assignments and examinations?
How did you meet the demands of co-curricular as well as meeting the rigour of your academic program?
Starting early is definitely the key. With assignments this means that you can keep updating a draft to produce your best work for final submission. The same applies for examinations where starting revision early ensures that you are on top of all the term’s content.
Planning your week out is the best way to manage any co-curricular activities with your academic workload. I always took Saturday off as I knew that after sport in the morning I would not be able to concentrate in the afternoon. To compensate I would always do work on a Sunday.
What are your personal tips for success when completing the QCS test? For the QCS test, pacing yourself and constantly keeping track of time will certainly ensure that you receive a result which is reflective of the preparation you have put in.
What Service opportunities did you undertake in Years 11 and 12? In Years 11 and 12 I participated in the World’s Greatest Shave, Red Shield Appeal, Sony Camp and House Service.
What university are you enrolled in? University of Queensland.
Where do you hope to be in 10 years? In 10 years, I hope to be in New York or London working as an investment banker.
How did Churchie prepare and support you? Churchie prepared me in many ways for the future. From building many lasting friendships to offering me numerous opportunities in academia, sport and service; it was certainly a valuable schooling experience.
What course are you intending to study? What are your personal tips for success when completing Year 12?
Bachelor of Advanced Finance and Economics (Honours).
Participating in a variety of co-curricular and Service activities is definitely something which you should aim to do in Year 12. They serve as a break from academic study and also help you manage your time better.
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