Frankly, I do not study everyday. All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy. Conversely, all play and no work makes Jack a dumb boy. =P
It's all about time management. I may not be the best person to advise you on this - sometimes I spend hours playing games or Facebook-ing. I constantly remind myself - what have to be done today because I may die tomorrow. I have the habit of start doing things early. Soon after I am given assignments, I will start collecting my resources.
When it comes to the method I use to study, I recommend you to find your own effective way of studying. Some people remember most of the facts when they study early in the morning, some in the evening. We have been studying for at least a decade, so I am sure that by now you must have figured it out your way. I have tried different ways before I found mine. If you wish to keep those information as long term memory, I would suggest you to read through the material, at least once a day for a consecutive three days, or seven days (if you need longer time to remember). You have to be sure whether your long term memory or short term memory is better. My short term memory is better than my long term memory - hence I only start studying two weeks before examinations. However, I do not take it for granted - I also develop my long term memory along the way.
Last but not least, explore yourself. What are you good at? Do you remember facts better when listening to lectures? Do you recall things easier when you put them in a diagram or mind map? Or do you understand the lectures better when you have first-hand experience? After knowing your strength, develop it and use it. I am a combination of all, with my strongest trait is being imaginative. I can paint the lectures in pictures and mind maps in my mind.
Determination is the key to excel. Keep trying! Don't give up!
All the best! ^_^
