Most of us only put pen to paper during the occasional lecture or workplace meeting. The rest of the time, we stick to a mouse and keyboard. This infographic explains why you should make more time for old-school scribbling.

University is arguably the best time for you to learn about the world around you through newspapers and periodicals, but it's also probably the worst time when it comes to being able to afford all those publications. If you're currently enrolled in university as either an undergrad or graduate student, Scribd has a deal right now that makes getting access to its library, including a New York Times subscription, a little more affordable.

You have problems, I have advice. This advice isn't sugar-coated -- in fact, it's sugar-free, and may even be a little bitter. Welcome to Tough Love.

I struggled with writing papers as a student, but then one day I became an instructor and had to read this garbage. Geez, guys.

The Coalition government is seeking savings of A$2.8 billion from higher education over the budget period, in another attempt at a major shake-up of Australia’s university sector. The cost burden on students will be increased and the income threshold for repaying their debt lowered. .

A recent report by Universities Australia suggests that there is a "strong link" between universities and the startup economy; more than four in five Australian startup founders are university graduates. We drill down into the report to find out just how universities help cultivate startup founders.

Depending on where you go to university, there's a good chance you shell out good money every semester for student health services. Those services and on-campus clinics include more than just quick visits with a nurse or doctor. You usually get loads of other benefits you'll want to take advantage of.

The issue of how universities are funded across their different courses has been an ongoing but unresolved debate over the past decade. It has again come to the fore as the Commonwealth government considers responses to its consultation paper for ideas about how best to reform higher education in Australia. Here are the details.

Dear Lifehacker, I am a postgraduate student working on a research project. And that means insane amounts of journal articles. My brain is incapable of processing any of the information unless I print them out to touch and highlight them. I have over one thousand research papers I need to read. What is the cheapest possible way to print these, ideally at around five cents per page?

It's a great time for students to shop for a new laptop. If you're headed to university for your first year, or need to upgrade your school laptop, this guide is here to help.

Dear Lifehacker, I'm just starting my second year of university and my home laptop is too bulky to take with me. I'm on the hunt for a secondary laptop but since I'm a full-time student, I'm on a bit of a budget. I don't have too many requirements -- just that it is smaller, has long battery life, fits at least 2 USB ports and runs relatively smoothly. I'm really struggling to make a decision here. Any suggestions?

Getting ready to go back to school or University? A laptop is pretty much must have these days, but there are a bewildering array of options available. So we have put together a guide to help you find the perfect model.

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Due to technological advancements and societal trends, which types of careers are at most risk of becoming obsolete in the near future? Equally, what are the growth industries that students should be considering to ensure they will be in high demand after graduation and throughout their career?

University is supposed to be awesome. Everyone's constantly reminding you that it will be the best time of your life. And it can be! But during the first year, that expectation might set you up for a nasty reality: starting university can really suck, too.

There was a time when a university degree was vital for landing a good job. Certainly, that was what my parents drummed into my head when I was in school. But having a degree won't guarantee you a job and there are many examples of high school and university dropouts flourishing in the IT industry. So do you really need a university degree when you're looking to join the IT workforce?

Exams might be the most stressful part of university for a lot of people, but they don't have to be for you. This systematic approach to preparing for exams will give you the advantage you need on test day.

It can be tough to decide whether to live on or off campus in your university years. And if you have the option of living at home and commuting to school, that make things more complicated. No doubt finances are a big factor in your decision, and this tool helps you easily compare costs.

Hi Lifehacker. I will be finishing the HSC soon and starting university next year. For lectures I'm not sure if I should bring an exercise book or my laptop? What is the most common among university students?

With lectures, you only get out of them what you're willing to put in. You might be bored by the slides, but that information is still important. If you spend that time thinking from the teacher's perspective, you might get a better grasp of the material.