How to rebuild your study confidence after a break

Pictured: Tahlia is now pre-medicine at UTS
Pictured: Tahlia is now pre-medicine at UTS

If it’s been a while since you last opened a textbook, you’re not alone. Many students who return to study after time away feel nervous, out of practice, or unsure where to start. 

The good news is confidence doesn’t have to come before you begin. It’s something you build as you go. And UTS College is the perfect place to start. 

Paniora (aka “Pnuks”) went from never considering uni to thriving in a Diploma of Communication. The practical, career-focused environment helped him build on his strengths: 

“A UTS College diploma helped me hone my skills in social media, content creation…networking and opportunities I don’t think I would’ve had otherwise.” 

Tahlia found the academic side daunting at first, but quickly discovered she wasn’t alone. Now, she’s studying medicine at UTS: 

“UTS College helped me develop time management skills and learn how to prepare for exams and presentations. I’ve always felt supported.” 

For Lewin, who’d spent years feeling like he was “behind”, the structured, hands-on approach of the Diploma of Science was exactly what he needed: 

“The way the course was structured really helped. I feel like I’ve grown so much… I now have the confidence to speak on the spot and present my ideas.” 

UTS College offers: 

  • Smaller classes, where you’ll get to know your teachers (and they’ll get to know you) 

  • Academic support, including your choice of one-on-one help, workshops and peer mentoring 

  • First year uni diplomas, designed to ease you into uni life while building the skills you need to succeed at UTS and beyond 

It’s normal to feel uncertain about that next step. But with the right environment, structure and support, you’ll be surprised how quickly your confidence comes back. 

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