It’s always important to try your best. But its at those really busy times when the real hard work – the push – is needed. Perseverance comes into play when you have essays due and exams looming and everything is ramping up to the end of your module or course. This hectic, go-go-go approach IS necessary […]

Proofreading may seem like a ‘nice to have’ rather than a ‘must have’ when you’re writing an essay. I know you’re tired and want to just submit your first draft, maybe after a superficial read through. But I want you to know that making time to proofread your essay will pay off if you want […]

Shame and guilt are feelings I experience a lot as a student, and I know some of you do too. In this blog post I want to talk a bit more about these feelings and give you a way of reframing your studying and effort so you can truly see how well you’re doing. First – if […]

Do you struggle to get or stay motivated to study? Do you find your motivation comes in fits and starts? When motivation is low, procrastination is high. And when procrastination is high we don’t do the work needed to make progress and get our motivation back. That’s because motivation often shows its face only once you […]

I’ve talked a lot recently about how not all exam revision techniques are created equal. There are strategies that are a waste of time, and strategies that are super valuable for achieving high grades. Additionally, a large factor in how you choose HOW to study should be the type of exam you’re going to be taking. Written […]

It’s not enough to reread your notes for the module. It’s not enough to make a few flashcards and read them once or twice. During your exam revision you must revise your course material more than once. You need to test yourself multiple times if you want high exam grades. To explain why, let me introduce you to […]

Whether you’ve got an exam around the corner or you’ve got a few months to prepare, creating an effective exam revision plan is the very first step you need to take on your journey to kick-butt exam grades. In this blog post you’ll discover the simple 5-step process I use to plan for my exams. Implement […]

Hands up if you could do with being more self-disciplined with your studying? The great news is; self-discipline isn’t a skill you’re either born with or not. Self-discipline and willpower can be taught, it’s like a muscle you can work out and improve over time. In fact, a study from the University of Pennsylvania demonstrates that self-discipline […]

There is an important lesson every student needs to be taught. The problem is, it’s not a part of any university course I’ve seen or heard of. This lesson is about the big shift that happens between lower and higher education: between school and university. At school, your teachers are largely responsible for your learning. They will […]

Are you happy with the grades you’re getting? Do you want higher grades but, aside from holding your tutor to ransom, you have no idea how to achieve them? The best way to improve your grades is to improve your study skills. This means developing your abilities in these areas:Time management and organisationNote takingEssay writing (including […]