Exam Preparation

The most obvious way to ensure exam success is to be well prepared. However, it is common to wonder just what preparation should one do besides attending all the lectures, seminars or tutorials and completing all the set readings and assignments. The following tips will help you ensure you're well prepared - well before exam day.

The essentials

The basics of all exam preparation.

Revision

Save time on revision by doing all the reading throughout the semester.

Improving subject knowledge for exams

Don't just memorise, use strategies to actually improve your knowledge.

Exam day tips

What to do on the big day.

Multiple-choice exams

Specific strategies for multiple choice.

Problem-solving exams

Specific strategies for problem-solving exams.

Writing essays in exams

Specific strategies for essay exams.

After the exam

As well as relaxing, some good ideas for learning from the exam experience.