As a student, I know how stressful exam periods and assignment deadlines can be. Between balancing lectures, social life, and part-time jobs, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. However, over the years, I’ve used strategies that have helped me stay on top of my work, study effectively, and manage stress. If you're feeling the pressure , here are some tips that I swear by to help you succeed.   1. Create a Study Plan – Stay Organised The key to tackling deadlines and exams is planning ahead . I start by breaking down my workload into smaller, manageable tasks. Instead of staring at a long list of things to do, I create a study plan with clear goals for each day leading up to the exam or assignment deadline.   For example, if I have multiple exams or assignments coming up, I allocate specific times for each subject. I use the University of Hertfordshire’s online resources, such as the library e-books, module slides, and other study materials, to help me plan my study sessions. B...