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Revision toolkit

Almost everyone who has ever taken an exam , has probably wondered at some point, "But what are they expecting?", "What are they looking for?".

Getting focused

You will need to gather all your course material and lecture notes together, and organise them properly. Your course material or texts should contain an overview of your course. Keep this to hand, as it will prove invaluable as you come to identify the topics you will need to revise.


Managing exam anxiety

You may find that exams provoke levels of anxiety which are highly uncomfortable, and that you do not produce your best work under such pressure. If you tend to be a perfectionist, an exam can be particularly stressful because it has a set time limit which limits lengthy planning, rewriting and checking.


Thinking about the exam

It is worth noting the difference between exam answers and assignments. Inevitably, a much lengthier and more polished answer can be produced in an un-timed assignment.


Revision: keep motivated

Keeping yourself motivated is essential if you are going to retain the energy and dedication to stick to your study timetable. The key to this is to maintain or increase your interest in your subject. To do this you will need to be focused on your study goals, and remember that they are the reasons you are currently studying.

 

How to avoid ineffective revision techniques

When it comes to revision time, there are a number of common pitfalls that people may face when they get into revising mode. Take a look at our advice below, on what these are, how to avoid these issues, and what you should really be doing instead.


Group revision study sessions - the benefits

If you are studying for a while before your exams (as you should well be), then you may find that you are feeling a bit isolated and missing company. If this is the case then it may help to participate in group study sessions, or combine group study sessions with you own individual study.


A healthy body equals a healthy mind

You’re mind might be elsewhere during the exam period, but you mustn’t overlook your physical health. As well as this simply being a bad move health-wise, you’ll find the better you look after your body, the better you’ll be at revision and holding in information.