Academic Plan
1. Focus on choosing the right course
I plan to take courses related to Economics, as I find it better aligned with my strengths and interests compared to Mathematics. My goal is to take no more than four courses per term, so I can focus on achieving better grades in each one and steadily improve my GPA. Regarding CISC121, I will consider retaking it only after I have regained stability in my studies and feel confident that I can handle it without compromising my overall academic performance.
2. Course Preparation
During summer breaks, I will use the time to prepare for upcoming courses so that I can better keep up during the regular term. I will preview materials by reading course syllabus posted by professors, searching for related course content online, and studying past exam questions available on Exam Bank. If possible, I will also consult students who have previously taken the same courses to gain practical study tips and advice. All of these steps
will help reduce pressure during the term and allow me to stay ahead of the course schedule.
3. Time Management and Planning
Once I receive my course timetable, I will create a weekly study plan and continuously adjust it based on progress. I will arrange time reasonably for previewing, reviewing, assignments, and practical work for each course. I will strictly follow my plan to avoid procrastination and maintain focus. Additionally, I will create a personal staff schedule before the course add/drop deadlines to evaluate which courses I can manage, which I
cannot, and which are beneficial to my major.
4. In Class
I will actively participate in class, take detailed notes, and review and organize class content daily to reinforce my knowledge.
5. Track of Problems and Ask for Help Early in different ways
For any academic issues or assignment difficulties, I will document and organize my questions and seek support from professors or TAs through email or office hours. I will build the habit of communicating frequently with instructors to gain feedback and improve my understanding of course content every week. At the same time, I’ll also try to find my classmates or upper-year students to share tips, and get help from each other out so I can
keep up better with my courses.
6. Advisor Consultation
Every month, I will meet with my academic advisor to review my progress, receive learning guidance, and refine my study plan for better outcomes.
7. Reading and Writing Skills
As I enter the third year of my program, I will consciously work on improving my academic reading and writing. I plan to use resources such as the university library to regularly read academic texts, articles, and literature. This will enhance my comprehension and critical thinking skills. I will try to write essays, summaries, and reflections more frequently to improve the structure, clarity, and academic tone of my writing.
8. My Goal
My first goal is to raise my GPA above 1.9 and to maintain or exceed this level in future terms. Currently, my major is not Honours program. I really hope I can get a higher GPA through hard work to transfer to an Honours program, which will benefit my future academic and career development.
9. Mental Health
After seeing my granduncle, I realized that although his condition is still not great, my parents and my grandaunt have been taking good care of him, and they told me his illness has temporarily stabilized. They also suggested me to pay more attention to my study, and If I have difficulties, I should tell them and solve the problem together. In case I experience emotional stress or face another emergency similar to my granduncle’s health crisis, I will contact Queen’s Student Wellness Services for mental health support and guidance. If any personal or family-related emergencies happen again, I will also apply for Academic Consideration promptly to ensure my academic standing is protected and instructors are formally notified.
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I plan to take courses related to Economics, as I find it better aligned with my strengths and interests compared to Mathematics. My goal is to take no more than four courses per term, so I can focus on achieving better grades in each one and steadily improve my GPA. Regarding CISC121, I will consider retaking it only after I have regained stability in my studies and feel confident that I can handle it without compromising my overall academic performance.
2. Course Preparation
During summer breaks, I will use the time to prepare for upcoming courses so that I can better keep up during the regular term. I will preview materials by reading course syllabus posted by professors, searching for related course content online, and studying past exam questions available on Exam Bank. If possible, I will also consult students who have previously taken the same courses to gain practical study tips and advice. All of these steps
will help reduce pressure during the term and allow me to stay ahead of the course schedule.
3. Time Management and Planning
Once I receive my course timetable, I will create a weekly study plan and continuously adjust it based on progress. I will arrange time reasonably for previewing, reviewing, assignments, and practical work for each course. I will strictly follow my plan to avoid procrastination and maintain focus. Additionally, I will create a personal staff schedule before the course add/drop deadlines to evaluate which courses I can manage, which I
cannot, and which are beneficial to my major.
4. In Class
I will actively participate in class, take detailed notes, and review and organize class content daily to reinforce my knowledge.
5. Track of Problems and Ask for Help Early in different ways
For any academic issues or assignment difficulties, I will document and organize my questions and seek support from professors or TAs through email or office hours. I will build the habit of communicating frequently with instructors to gain feedback and improve my understanding of course content every week. At the same time, I’ll also try to find my classmates or upper-year students to share tips, and get help from each other out so I can
keep up better with my courses.
6. Advisor Consultation
Every month, I will meet with my academic advisor to review my progress, receive learning guidance, and refine my study plan for better outcomes.
7. Reading and Writing Skills
As I enter the third year of my program, I will consciously work on improving my academic reading and writing. I plan to use resources such as the university library to regularly read academic texts, articles, and literature. This will enhance my comprehension and critical thinking skills. I will try to write essays, summaries, and reflections more frequently to improve the structure, clarity, and academic tone of my writing.
8. My Goal
My first goal is to raise my GPA above 1.9 and to maintain or exceed this level in future terms. Currently, my major is not Honours program. I really hope I can get a higher GPA through hard work to transfer to an Honours program, which will benefit my future academic and career development.
9. Mental Health
After seeing my granduncle, I realized that although his condition is still not great, my parents and my grandaunt have been taking good care of him, and they told me his illness has temporarily stabilized. They also suggested me to pay more attention to my study, and If I have difficulties, I should tell them and solve the problem together. In case I experience emotional stress or face another emergency similar to my granduncle’s health crisis, I will contact Queen’s Student Wellness Services for mental health support and guidance. If any personal or family-related emergencies happen again, I will also apply for Academic Consideration promptly to ensure my academic standing is protected and instructors are formally notified.
Provider:Chendi Yuan