As the University of Ghana prepares to welcome a new cohort of students, several continuing students have shared tips and advice on what freshmen should expect academically as they begin university life.
Speaking to Univers News, the students drew from their first-hand experiences to offer guidance on navigating the academic rigours of Legon.
“They should plan their time in a way that supports their education and helps them improve academically,” a final-year student advised.
For many freshmen, the transition from high school to university can be a significant adjustment. One continuing student noted that the University of Ghana’s reputation for academic excellence is well deserved.
“Freshers should expect serious academic work. Whatever they’ve heard about Legon, they should experience it themselves. If you don’t study, you will fail. Lectures are taken seriously under all circumstances, and lecturers ensure the syllabus is completed, often with revisions,” the student stated.
The shift to university life also requires a change in how students manage their daily routines. Another continuing student emphasized that success at Legon is not only about how hard one studies, but how early one begins.
“I would encourage them to review their notes immediately after each lecture instead of waiting until exams to start studying. They should take their studies seriously and plan their time wisely,” the student added.
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Story by Mardiya Amin | univers.ug.edu.gh
Edited by Deborah Owusu
