Temiladejesu - A week at a glance
A week in the life of a law student
Hello and welcome to my blog. Here, I will be giving you a glimpse into what a typical week in my life as a Law Student at the University of Hertfordshire looks like.
Choosing the University of Hertfordshire as my firm choice is one of the best decisions I have made. The university provides the flexibility to balance both my work and studies seamlessly.
Monday:
I usually wake up around 8 am and start my day with some prayers. After getting ready, I head out to the bus stop, which is conveniently located thanks to the university’s transportation measures. I reach the university around 10:40 am, just in time for my 11 am seminar.
I spent 20 minutes in the Learning Resource Centre preparing any useful questions I might have for the seminar. The seminar lasts for two hours, after which I grab lunch and use the rest of my free time to read or watch short movies on my phone. I prepare for two back-to-back seminars, each lasting an hour.
After my classes, I head back home, freshen up, eat dinner, and work on my coursework. I unwind by scrolling through TikTok and catching up with friends before calling it a day.
Biweekly Monday Volunteering
Every two weeks on Mondays, I volunteer with the school tasking project. I go to a primary school to teach year five Students the basics of law and create challenges to help them develop their teamwork and communication skills. This experience is incredibly rewarding as it allows me to share my passion for law and positively impact young minds.
Tuesday:
Tuesdays follow a similar routine to Mondays, but with a bit freer time, which I use in catching up with things that I have missed during lectures.
Wednesday:
Wednesdays are slightly different. I have two seminars starting at 9am and 11am. My tutor usually gives a short break between the session, allowing us to grab a snack and relax. After seminars, I catch the bus home and head straight to work. My shift ends around 11pm, though sometimes I stay a bit longer to help as a shift manager.
Thursday:
I wake up later Thursdays, due to the late shift on Wednesday. I do some house chores, eat my breakfast and prepare myself for the gym. I sometimes question myself whether it is right to eat right before going to the gym. Afterwards, I have my bath and prepare for work. There is usually a huge struggle getting the bus to work due to the busy peak hours (around 3:30pm when students finish their classes for the day).
Friday:
I volunteer on Fridays with Citizen’s Advice. I enjoy doing this. It also gives me the opportunity to gain real life experiences in law. I start at 10am. Immediately, I meet with my supervisor to assign me with clients for the day. I usually manage a minimum of two clients. I finish at 3pm, after which I head home for a late lunch. and call it a day. I get back home and have my late lunch. In the evening, I go to the gym in the evening and prepare for work the next day.
Saturday:
While Saturdays are fun for most, I spend my working. Balancing work and studies can be tough, but the support from the university and my friends helps me manage everything efficiently.
Sunday:
Sunday is my chill day where I get to do whatever I want. I attend church service from 11:30 am to 14:00 pm, which is usually one of the best experiences. After church, I go to the mall with my family. I assist my mum in preparing lunch. We enjoy the afternoon playing games and watching movies. In the evening, I get my cloths and necessities ready for the upcoming week.
As you can see, a typical week in my life is quite busy, but it is also rewarding. Not to worry, I ensure I get enough rest and take days off from work when necessary to maintain a decent work life balance.