“
EMBRACESEIZE EXCITEMENT
DIVE IN ADVENTURE
Embrace the freedom
Seize the opportunities
Let yourself be swept away by the excitement
Dive in, soak up every moment
Prepare for the adventure of a lifetime!
Time management apps:
• Embrace the digital age! Time management apps such as Notion or Google Calendly can be incredibly helpful in organising tasks.
• Utilising AI tools can further streamline your planning, offering personalised tips and reminders based on your learning habits and preferences.
Understand your learning style:
• Recognise that everyone has a unique way of learning. Whether you’re a visual learner, prefer reading/writing, or learn best through hands-on experience.
• Tailor your study time to fit your style, which ensures efficient use of your time and makes learning more effective and less timeconsuming.
“ How
can I effectively manage my time as a student to achieve academic success and personal fulfilment?
If you start to feel like you are losing focus – take a short break and return to the task. Remember, adequate rest is essential for your brain’s processing of information. Embrace these strategies, and you’ll survive and thrive in your student life.
MCP Student
Before, During and After: Improved notes for effective studying
Before the lecture:
• Active Preview: Spend 30 minutes before each lecture reviewing the slides. Instead of passively reading, anticipate the key points and create questions you’d like to ask. This will help you engage more actively during the lecture.
During the lecture:
• Focused Listening: Pay close attention to the lecturer’s explanations. Take concise notes that capture the main ideas and any crucial details. Don’t hesitate to ask questions if anything is unclear.
After the lecture:
• Active Review: Allocate 30 minutes after each lecture to compare your understanding with what you learned.
• Organise your notes into a logical structure. This could involve creating outlines, diagrams, or summaries.
• Identify Strengths and Weaknesses: Analyse your performance in each module to identify areas where you excel and need improvement. This will help you tailor your study methods to your specific learning style.
• Given the abundance of new vocabulary, create flashcards or use mind maps to visually organise and remember critical terms.
• Develop a timeline or table to visualise the different stages of growth and development across various age groups. This will help you see the connections between different concepts.
Additional Tips:
• Find a Study Group: Collaborating with classmates can enhance understanding and provide different perspectives.
• Practice Regularly: Consistent review and practice are essential for long-term retention.
• Take Care of Yourself: Ensure you get enough sleep, eat well, and manage stress to optimise your cognitive function.
Beyond the Books:
A student’s guide to Wellbeing
Medical and Nursing students are often associated with a specific image: the exhausted individual. However, this stereotype is not entirely accurate. While the demanding nature of medical and nursing education can be taxing, many students successfully balance academic rigour and personal Wellbeing. Let’s hear from fellow medical and nursing students about their experiences and how they balance their academic and personal lives.
Nourishing Your Mind and Body: A healthcare student’s guide
As future healthcare professionals, your mental and physical Wellbeing are important. A healthy body can support a healthy mind, allowing you to excel in your studies and future career. One of the most crucial aspects of maintaining good health is nutrition.
Where can I train in RCSI to escape pressure and energise myself?
The Hub offers various options, from group classes to personalised training. Choose the option that best fits your lifestyle, and let’s make those 10 minutes count! My university experience was defined by the freedom to pursue sports and self-expression. I felt a strong sense of community, especially through badminton, which led to lifelong friendships and enjoyable experience. N1 Student
Nutrition
• Make a weekly plan for groceries that includes protein and vitamins. Try preparing food during the weekend (don’t worry, with proper storage, it doesn’t go bad!).
• When in doubt, sugar and fast food are not your knights in shining armour, try to use what you have before resorting to takeout.
Sleep
• Pulling an all-nighter does you more harm than good. Get those 8 hours of sleep, and you’ll see how focused and active you’ll become.
• Limit your energy drinks and caffeine intake, as they can dehydrate you and affect your sleep. PS: Water or fresh juice is always an option.
• If it’s difficult to fall asleep due to anxiety, play some sounds of nature to relax. Avoid using gadgets half an hour before bedtime.
Emotional Wellbeing
Being academically driven can be demanding and stressful. It’s crucial to prioritise your emotional Wellbeing to cope with the workload and maintain a healthy balance. Here are some tips to help you navigate the challenges of university life:
• Dedicate one day a week to yourself, despite how busy you are. And do something fun, like watch movies, because why not??
Social Wellbeing
At RCSI, the people you see on campus are the same ones you see off campus, which makes socialising a LOT easier, you need to have an open mind. Easier said than done, I know, but here is where you can start!
• The social mixer. It may be awkward at first but once you start talking it gets easier. There’s also the Clubs and Societes fair, which is great for meeting others with mutual interests.
• Meditate. As an RCSI student, you get a free Headspace subscription, and we love anything free! Find your happy place. Mine is home, with a beautiful distracting view, yours could be the beach... Any place works, no wrong answers here.
• Remember this is university, your grades might fluctuate and that’s okay, you’re smart and that’s why you’re here. If needed, the university provides 10 free counseling sessions.
• The cafeteria isn’t the only hangout spot in Bahrain. Tourist attractions include the Tree of Life, the National Museum. You could leave for a weekend trip to the nearby Al Dar islands.
• Volunteer. It’s rewarding. For example, the Teddy Bear Hospital initiative organised by Community Engagement is a terrific way to do good things for others.
• Clubs and societies on campus have events weekly hosted by students for students. This makes socialising a LOT easier.
Financial Wellbeing
• Create a budget and stick to it; don’t lose track of your spending. Also, keep an emergency fund for urgent situations. Always make sure it’s enough.
• Look for offers. As an RCSI Bahrain student, you get an iWorld discount on gadgets. You can also get discounts using your Unipal ID. It makes my bank account happy.
How can I balance planning and spontaneity to promote my Wellbeing?
You could have a flexible approach with room for unplanned moments to balance planning and spontaneity for maximum Wellbeing. This allows you to enjoy the benefits of both structure and spontaneity, leading to a more fulfilling and balanced life. MED2 Student
Good Luck
Here’s to new adventures, lifelong friendships, and an RCSI Bahrain university experience you will never forget!
Editorial Student Team:
• Mehrunisa Bilal (FY)
• Aseel Abdulmenem Yahya Mogbel Abuasel (MED1)
• Jumana Atef Abouelfetouh Allam (MED1)
• Nathania Keny (MED2)
• Asma Fathi Ali Naser Khalaf Alatawi (N1)
• Wejdan Hasan Ali Darwish (N1)
• Erica Yadav (MCP)
