School Vs University: What’s the Difference

WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE?

University IS different to school. Attendance is different, class sizes are different, assessment is different, even the teacher-student relationships are different. Below are some of the differences you will encounter as you transition to University life.

SCHOOL: UNIVERSITY:

• Teachers • Classes • Small Classroom • Managed Learning • Homework • Set Curriculum • You were told what to do • Set schedule 9am-4pm • One School Building • Roll call • Living with Parents • Constant reminders from teachers and parents • Subjects you were required to take and may not have liked • School sports • Lecturers • Lectures, Seminars, Tutorials • Large Lecture Theatres • Independent, self-directed learning • Assignments and Deadlines • Choice, flexibility and electives • You take responsibility for yourself • free time between lectures Sprawling campus • No roll call • You manage your life • You manage your time and set your priorities • Subjects you choose and are passionate about • Clubs, societies and new friends