Introverts, here are the best quiet places for you to study

Do you find it hard to focus in a loud environment? Hate getting interrupted when you’re studying or working on your assignment? 

If that sounds like you, then you know how important to find the best quiet places at uni to study.

After all, one study found that it takes lesser noise to distract an introvert than an extrovert. 

Finding these places, however, can be tough. While libraries and private study hall areas are supposed to be quiet, you’ll still hear small sounds from phones or people.

There’s no place with 100% silence and you wouldn’t want that either as “the quietest place on earth” reportedly drives visitors insane.

The ideal sound level for you will depend on many factors such as:

• Do I want background noise?
• How long will I be studying?
• Will I want to have food or coffee while I study or on my break?
• Are other people going to join me for a study session?
• Do I need my computer and will I need to plug it in to charge?

Besides the library, there are other quiet places that are ideal for introverts to study. Source: Brandon Bell/Getty Images North America/Getty Images/AFP

4 best quiet places for introverted students to study

1. Library

For the most part, libraries are quiet. But there are some dedicated spaces that are quieter still — great for when you need sharper focus or rushing to complete an assignment.

The best part? You can quickly look for your books or many academic references if you need help. 

If you find the library too quiet, listen to music on your headphones. Remember to keep the volume down and choose a fairly predictable genre. 

Some libraries don’t open 24/7, so you might not be able to fit this quiet spot if it clashes with your class schedule. 

2. Cafes

Did you know that some food or drink can help you to stay focused, boost your energy and improve your memory?

Coffee lovers will be glad to hear that caffeine increases serotonin levels, which helps stimulate the brain and make you more focused. 

To block out the noise, invest in a pair of good noise-cancelling earbuds and download an app to practise the Pomodoro technique (a method where you focus and rest at regular intervals). 

Avoid busy times like before work or lunch time — these are likely to be disruptively noisy.

We recommend heading to Google Maps and typing in “quiet,” “cafe” and “work.”

The results will likely be the best quiet places loved by other introverts or co-working types.

Download a free app to check the weather on your phone ahead of time if you plan to study at a park. Source: Dibyangshu Sarkar/AFP

3. Parks

When the weather is good, the park is one of the best quiet places to study.

Research has shown that students can tackle their subjects with more motivation, creativity, and competence when students take their learning materials outdoors. 

We recommend printing or downloading your academic materials if you plan to study at a park.

Check the weather ahead of time and bring along extra batteries as there won’t be plug points available at public parks.

The crowds will often gather around benches and fountains where they can sit. 

To avoid them, bring your own picnic mat so you can find the best quiet places for your idyllic session in the park.

Sometimes the best quiet places are the ones that are most comfortable. Source: Rodin Eckenroth/Getty Images/AFP

4. Bedroom

What comes to mind when you think about your bedroom? Comfort and quiet. This combination makes your dorm one of the best quiet places to study.

You most likely have a charging port in your room, making it easy to charge your devices. It’s even better if you live in a city surrounded by nature as nothing beats studying with a beautiful view.

Don’t study on your bed, though. “Mixing sleep and study in the same location sends mixed signals to the brain,” nursing professor Patricia Carter shares.

“It does not know which it is supposed to be focusing on. This leads to less effective studying (and) learning, and it makes it harder to fall asleep when you want to.”