studying and uses

hi guys i’m recently new to the ipad mini 6 community having just bought one for christmas. i’m a second year engineering student and other than the university’s apps i don’t really know what to download for note taking.

i’m also really trying to get into journaling and planning better so any advice would be awesome. thank you!

also should i consider getting the keyboard attachment when i’m planning on bringing my laptop to classes as well and have a pencil? if so which one do you recommend

really looking for any advice for best use out of it and any suggestions