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You need to try and plan your projects carefully and make sure you don't leave them until the last minute. Take your time and make sure that you choose topics that you find interesting and then make sure that you research them properly before you start writing!

You will need to write carefully and clearly and always check your spelling, grammar & punctuation. It is also worth checking if there is a word limit that you need to stick to.

Revision

Sometimes it's really difficult to get started and you might think that your exams are miles away but it's really important that you plan in your revision time well in advance. Leaving it to the last minute will only make it more stressful. Here are some revision tips that you might find useful:

Think about what's the best way of revising for you. Are you better revising by yourself or with a friend? Do you prefer doing lots of short revision sessions or longer sessions? Either way make sure that you take regular breaks. If you spend too long revising without a proper break you will stop taking the information in.

Try and find somewhere that is away from any distractions like television and keep it quiet if it helps you or play some of your favourite music on your personal stereo while you revise

It's good to write yourself reminders, make notes and highlight important facts when you are revising. Summarise different subjects on to cards or a sheet of paper that you can use as a revision guide. Try putting fact notes and dates etc somewhere you can see them. Good places are on the fridge, in your bedroom or even in the bathroom! The more you look at them, the more you should be able to remember the information.

You could also record information and play it back - good times are when you are in bed just before you go to sleep or while you are travelling

Make sure that you eat and sleep well and don't spend all your time revising. Take exercise - it's a great way to clear your mind and will make you feel a lot better and more refreshed.

In an Exam

  • Stay calm, breath slowly and try not to worry
  • Read all the instructions carefully
  • Keep an eye on the time so that you make sure that you spend enough time on each question
  • Remember that you can only do your best
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Last Updated: 21-Jun-2007