DELSU Biochemistry Student Laments Over Complex Diagram She Must Study Before Exam
A student from Delta State University (DELSU) has captured widespread attention on social media after posting a photograph of an intricate diagram she is required to study and comprehend ahead of her upcoming university examination. The student, who shared the image on TikTok, expressed her frustration and anxiety over the challenging academic material.
Student Expresses Shock Over Biochemistry Difficulty
In her TikTok video, the student wrote a caption that read, "God, I thought Biochemistry was easy na, make me feel am for JAMB ooo." She explained that she initially believed the biochemistry course would be straightforward, which influenced her decision to select it during her Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) registration. However, she has now been instructed to study a difficult diagram just days before her examination, which has left her feeling overwhelmed.
The student further elaborated on her predicament, stating, "If you study Biochemistry or know anyone who studied Biochemistry, you and that person are not mates. Which kind pathway be this? See the pathway they say make I learn for how many days to the exam." She added that in addition to the diagram shown in her video, she has several other diagrams to study for her exam, compounding her stress.
Social Media Reactions Pour In
The post quickly garnered numerous responses from fellow students, graduates, and social media users who shared their own experiences and advice:
- DIFFERENCE commented, "I learnt this in secondary school, ma. Just cram it, madam, and if it eventually comes out in the exam, just jot down before u forget and don’t panic, cos u will forget. The time u did the video is enough to learn one or two."
- Edith added, "Thank God, say I run go microbiology."
- Small Chops In Abraka said, "We wey study medical biochemistry nko?… Study biochemistry, finish, relate it to medicine."
- Oluchi, a biochemistry graduate, noted, "As a Biochemistry graduate, I really feel you ?. Pathways can humble somebody. But they were actually my favourite part back then. Don’t cram, understand how everything connects and follow the flow step by step. Once it becomes a story in your head, it’ll stick. You’ve got this."
- Ma-Mie remarked, "This pathway is even shorter. The ones for Biosynthesis of Macromolecules na dead."
- Mickey Bella, a 400-level microbiology student, shared, "As a 400L microbiology student, this pathway traumatised me in 200L when I learnt biochemistry."
- Iyiola wrote, "I graduated 2 years ago and trust me, I don’t remember shiiiiii!!!!! Cos I cram and cram so they if I Dey go write exam I must not shake my head too much or talk cos I go forget. When I collect paper like this, na too first calm down and not panic."
- Bleh_Ssing advised, "Take it from a senior, cram the structures and the names. Immediately you get your paper, use a pencil to draw everything on the back of your script. You’re welcome."
Broader Context of Student Academic Struggles
This incident is not isolated, as it reflects a common theme of academic pressure faced by Nigerian university students. In a similar story, a student from the University of Lagos (UNILAG) recently expressed frustration online after being given lengthy test questions to answer in just forty-five minutes. The student shared a TikTok video showing the question paper, explaining that she was only able to finish question number one and could not attempt question number two due to the insufficient time.
Additionally, Legit.ng reported that a final-year student at a popular university wept online as she begged people not to study her course. She shared her frustration, explaining that the course is very stressful and demanding, and advised anyone currently studying it to consider dropping out. In a viral TikTok video, the final-year student said people who are not strong should avoid the course, describing herself as tired, drained, and stressed due to back-to-back exams.
The DELSU student's viral post highlights the ongoing challenges and emotional toll that rigorous academic requirements can impose on students, particularly in demanding fields like biochemistry. It has sparked a broader conversation about study techniques, exam preparation, and the mental health of students navigating complex curricula.
