Mastering the Clock: Time Management Tips for Online Study & IT Postgrad Students
June 24, 2025
Balancing postgraduate IT online study with work, family, and life commitments can feel overwhelming—but success isn’t about having more hours in the day. It’s about using your time wisely. With the flexibility of online learning through programs like those offered by IT Masters and Charles Sturt University, mastering time management becomes not just helpful, but essential.
Why Time Management Matters in Online Study
When you study online, especially at a postgraduate level, you become your own schedule manager. Lectures, group work, and assessments all happen on your timeline—which is a huge advantage for working professionals. But without structure, it’s easy to fall behind.
Charles Sturt’s partnership with IT Masters is designed for people like you: career-focused learners who need flexibility without sacrificing quality. These programs are 100% online and built to support working professionals with features like session plans, flexible deadlines, and accessible academic support.
Take a Time Management Short Course – Free!
If you’re new to juggling study and life, a time management short course free is a smart place to start. These quick, practical programs teach proven strategies like the Pomodoro technique, time-blocking, and prioritisation using tools like the Eisenhower Matrix.
Short courses offered by IT Masters even include units designed to help students build foundational study and productivity skills—completely free and fully online.
Online Study Tips That Actually Work
Here are some practical online study tips for busy postgrad students:
- Map out your assessments early using your LMS session overview.
- Create a weekly routine—and stick to it as much as possible.
- Use digital tools like Trello, Notion, or even Google Calendar to manage your weekly goals.
- Chunk your tasks into manageable sessions to avoid burnout.
Don’t Panic—There’s a 7-Day Automatic Extension
One unique feature of studying with Charles Sturt through IT Masters is the 7-day automatic extension policy. If you’re ever in a crunch—work emergency, family issues, or just life—you can extend the due date of your assignment by 7 days by submitting an extension request and confirming that it has been received. It’s one of the many ways these programs are designed to support real students in the real world.
Learn How to Study Online Like a Pro
Mastering how to study online is just as important as the content itself. Dedicate a quiet space for learning, sync your calendar with key dates, and join student forums for support. You’re not alone, and connecting with others can help keep your motivation high.
Want to take control of your time while building your IT career?
Apply now for one of our 100% online masters courses with IT Masters and Charles Sturt University. You’ll get the flexibility you need, support you can count on, and tools to manage your time effectively while earning a qualification that matters.
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