Balancing Act: How NSUK PGD Students Juggle Work, Study, and Life in Postgraduate study                                                                          

 

                                                                                          

 

Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) students at Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK) face a unique challenge: balancing work, study, and personal life. Many of these students are working professionals seeking to upskill or pivot careers, making their juggling act even more complex.

 

The struggle is real from late-night study sessions to early morning work shifts.  NSUK PGD students navigate a tightrope of responsibilities. “I had to adjust my work schedule to accommodate lectures,” says Ifeoma, a PGD student in Public Administration. “Sometimes I feel overwhelmed, but I remind myself why I started.”Strategies that Work. 

 

 

So, how do they do it? Here are some tips from NSUK PGD students:1. Time-blocking: “I schedule study sessions like work shifts,” says Ahmed, a PGD student in Journalism. “It helps me stay focused.”2. Prioritize tasks: “I tackle urgent deadlines first,” says Nneoma, a PGD student in Education. “It reduces stress.”3. Communicate: “I inform my employer and lecturers about clashes,” says David, a PGD student in Law. “They’re usually understanding.”4. Leverage tech: “I use apps like Trello and Google Calendar to stay organized,” says Racheal, a PGD student in Economics.5. Self-care: “I make time for exercise and family,” says Emmanuel, a PGD student in Mass Communication. “It keeps me sane .”The TakeawayBalancing work, study, and life is tough, but NSUK PGD students show it’s doable with the right strategies. As Hasiya says, “It’s about finding your rhythm and sticking to it.”

 

 

By PGD Students, Department of Mass Commmunication. Nasarawa State University, Keffi. (2025 set)