'I'm too much of a perfectionist'

• Do you have a good understanding of the standards expected of you? Check:
  • the assessment criteria for your module
  • how your degree classification will be calculated
  • what's expected of you as a learner at Levels 1, 2, 3 and M
  • how much time you're expected to spend on study at each level of your award.
    
    

  This information is available in module handbooks, and on this site in 'Learning' and 'Managing your time effectively' within 'Being a student' at Levels 1, 2, 3 and M.

• If your perfectionism means you spend too much time on tasks, try following guidance in 'Managing time' within the Time management unit of this web site. Allow reasonable amounts of time for each task, then aim to complete it within the time you've given yourself.
  
  
• If you still have difficulties, try asking your tutor for some guidance regarding the time to spend on a task and the level of achievement you expect of yourself.
  
  
• Sometimes perfectionism masks a lack of confidence. Make sure you know exactly what's expected of you - check your assessment brief, assessment criteria and feedback sheets. Refer to module handbooks and the web site, and ask your tutor for clarification where necessary.
  
  
• Where a desire for perfection significantly hinders your progress, you may find it helpful to discuss the issue with a Counsellor in the Student Services Department.