Studying with children
First, remember to be gentle with yourself, and try not to worry if things are taking a bit longer than usual.
You can also try to find times to study when the kids are busy, such as early in the morning, late at night, or while they're eating lunch.
Plan your study schedule in small, manageable blocks (e.g. 20 mins) so you can achieve specific tasks in those windows. Save high priority tasks that require a lot of concentration for quieter times in the day, for example when the kids are in bed.
Finally, here’s some useful websites that might help to keep the kids occupied for a while and buy you a few minutes to do that reading or listen to that mini-lecture.
Caring for sick family members
If you're looking after sick family members, and the situation is likely to affect your ability to successfully complete or submit an assessment task on time, you can apply for special consideration (which may include an extension). Find out more
Depending on the situation, you may be able to register as a carer with Disability Support Services. Find out more.
