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What Should You Do The Day Before An Exam? 5 Foolproof Steps To Exam-Day Confidence

As an expert exam coach, I find that every year many clients ask me “but what should I really be doing the day before my exams?”. So, I’ve pulled...

How Many Hours Should You Study A Day? The Comprehensive Guide

Let’s dive into my “all-time most-asked questions” list and tackle the thorny issue of how many hours you should be studying for each day. As an...

There Are Only THREE Effective Learning Methods: Everything You Need To Know

Let’s cut through the noise: there are dozens of slightly different approaches to studying effectively. You’ve probably discovered many already,...

How to write a REALLY good personal statement for university

Personal statements are hard to get right. With so many talented students applying for the same courses, how can you make sure that you stand out...

18 Fresh Ideas To Soothe Exam Stress PLUS What To Say To A Stressed Student

Studying for exams isn't a walk in the park. Most students find the endless revision and thoughts of exam day pretty stressful. But don't worry. If...

Mnemonics: The Pegword Method – How To Use It, And Does It Really Work?

The pegword method is a really useful mnemonic device for learning a list of items in order, particularly when those items are concrete, visual...

Maths Mnemonics Showdown: PEMDAS vs BODMAS for Calculation Mastery

PEMDAS, GEMDAS, BIDMAS and BODMAS. It sounds like the start of a wacky kids TV show tune … but they’re all actually clever mnemonics – acronyms to...

101 Thought-Provoking Journal Prompts for Discovering Yourself

Whether you’re a seasoned journal-keeper with a stack of filled notebooks by your desk, or a complete beginner about to crack open a crisp new...

3 Golden Test Taking Strategies to Maximise Your Mark on Exam Day

You spend hours studying. But how much thought do you actually give to the strategies you'll use as you take your test or exam? Give a little...

How To Proofread: 19 Foolproof Strategies To Power Up Your Writing

Proofreading: it’s the final hurdle on your race to the submission deadline, and a crucial step in creating a polished document. But how exactly do...