It’s the start of term two and some of you may have already had exams! This is when most of us really start to feel the pressure of uni… with deadlines beginning to build and summer exams drawing ever closer it can be a stressful time.
Lucky for you we’re on hand to provide a few tips on studying and preparing for exams:
1. Set goals and plan out your time – Be sure to set yourself goals, with these in mind it gives you a plan of what you’re aiming for. From here you are able to set yourself deadlines and plan out your time… but make sure your goals are realistic, and any deadlines you set for yourself are achievable. This structure will allow you to stay on track to achieve all deadlines and smash your exams!
2. Take breaks! – Remember to allow yourself downtime and time to distress, this is equally as important as studying, to make sure you get the most out of your efforts and stay in a healthy mind set. So set yourself time to work but also time to relax; whether this is with friends or just watching a film. Work hard, play hard!
3. Test yourself – This is a great tip which can go a long way! Instead of endlessly writing notes over and over again, once you’ve completed a section of revision, test yourself or get someone else to ask you questions about your notes, this really tests your memory and is a great way of recognising the gaps in your knowledge… so get out the que cards and start testing yourself!
4. Routine Routine Routine – Don’t let the freedom of uni life bog you down, make a timetable get into a sleeping pattern. This will benefit you in the long run and will allow you to make the most of your days at uni and utilise your time successfully. Get the alarm set!
5. Make sure to use the experts – Make the most of your lecturers and seminar leaders, find out their office hours and contact details so you can visit them with any queries regarding exams and coursework. This is also a great way to make a good impression on your superiors.
Finally, the RA Team want to wish you all a BIG good luck and lots of success this Term!