Problem statement
University students struggle with procrastination because of overwhelming workloads and unclear task breakdowns, leading to last-minute rushing and ineffective study habits.
The solution
A study planning app that breaks down large tasks into manageable steps, helping students stay organized and avoid last-minute rushing.
My process
Students say
The psychology behind procrastination
Words vs. real struggles
Students often encounter unrealistic advice that ignores their true stress and the need for practical support.
The need for practical strategies
Students struggle with procrastination and stress because they lack clear strategies. They need a solution that breaks tasks into smaller steps, helps them stay focused, and reduces the pressure of deadlines.
Benchmark research
User personas
Empathy map
Project evolution
THE INITIAL CONCEPT
At first, the app was designed as a course management tool, helping students organize entire courses with lessons, tasks, and deadlines.
THE PIVOT
I realized students didn’t need another course organizer—they already had those in their university portals.
I shifted the focus to a time management approach, without needing to structure full courses.
THE IMPACT
- Less overwhelming
- Aligned with students’ needs
- Simplified experience.
Challenges & solutions
After analyzing the pain points of the user personas, I’ve developed solutions that directly address each challenge.
User flow
In the main flow, the user creates a new study plan by entering task details, which the app then breaks down into manageable steps.
The user confirms and syncs the plan to their calendar, and finally, begins the study session based on the scheduled tasks.
Creating a study plan
