UQ0047

What should I do if I start falling behind in engineering classes?

First, organize the topics and assignments you do not understand, along with your available study time, and prioritize them by deadline and importance. Consult your instructor, TA, learning support office, or academic advisor early to ask about review methods and whether to continue the course. Relearn the fundamentals and use study groups or other materials. If sleep or health is affected, do not overexert yourself; consider using health or counseling services.

Key points

  • Make unclear topics and deadlines visible, then set priorities.
  • Clarify your questions and consult instructors or support services early.
  • Review the fundamentals and create a study plan you can maintain, even in short sessions.
  • Do not handle poor health or severe anxiety alone.

Things to check

  • The availability and deadlines for supplementary classes, TAs, course advising, course withdrawal, and other systems vary by university, faculty, and academic year; check the syllabus and official information for students.