Study Skills
&
Exam Preparation

What are your
strategies ......??

Stress!
Follow these steps to minimise it
during examseason

Make a plan Mark your exams in
your calendar
Set out a study plan
for each day
Allow for regular
breaks
 Plan for exercise
 Consider studying
with others

Beware…..
Don’t leave study
till the night
before
Cramming is
ineffective
Procrastination

Organise your space Have everything
you need in one
place
Try to keep the
space free from
distractions
Turn off your
phone & internet
Keep your space
quiet

Using Notes
1.Organise notes into
subjects
2.Condense notes into
one-page revision
sheets
3.Create quizzes or
flashcards from your
notes to test yourself

Practice Exams
and Essays
Will help you to:
 Confirm your knowledge and understanding
 Feel confident in what to expect in your exam
 Prepare for writing answers

It’s all about you!
Drink plenty of water
Snack on healthy food
Get regular exercise
Get enough sleep

Day of the Exam
Prepare everything you
need the night before
Get plenty of rest
Have good breakfast or
lunch
Arrive at the venue with
time to spare

Good Luck!
(Not that you’ll need
it if you follow these
guidelines)

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