The first week at uni can be quite overwhelming, starting with your first-ever lecture.  If you’re starting your journey at King’s this year, you’ll find that lectures are a totally different teaching style to what you’re used to at college. But like most new experiences, being prepared is the key to avoiding stress. To help you get ready for your first lecture, we’ve written down the five most important things you should know:
1. Show Up on Time
This may seem like trivial advice, but you will soon realise there’s always one person who shows up to every lecture 30 minutes late with a Pret coffee as if nothing’s happening. Don’t be that person! Even if attendance isn’t recorded for your lecture, consistently showing up late will put you in the bad books with your lecturers and some of your classmates too, not to mention the fact that you will miss some crucial course information that isn’t on KEATS or Lecture Capture.
2. Typing or Writing?
One of the biggest decisions you will need to make before your first lecture is whether you are bringing a laptop or a pen and notepad to take down notes. Don’t be fazed by the sea of MacBooks scrolling away on ASOS during your lecture – if you prefer to write your notes with a simple pen and paper, do your thing! Find out what works best for you, as whether you’re a typer or a writer, these notes are going to carry you and your grades throughout the year. Just remember: if you are writing, remember to bring spare pens and if you are typing, don’t forget to charge your laptop the night before.
