It\u2019s that time of the semester again \u2013 you\u2019re at the homestretch and almost done. The last thing to do? Finish your exams!<\/p>\n
Preparing for your exams doesn\u2019t have to be difficult. Here are some tips to get you started:<\/p>\n
1. Get out of the mindset that your entire life is dependent on one exam<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n Yes, we know it\u2019s hard for the high-achievers, but remember exam marks don\u2019t equate to self-worth. Keeping some perspective will help you be calmer and more collected, which will significantly help with your studies and performance in exams.<\/p>\n 2. Narrow down what you need to focus on<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n Some students skip this step, but it can be a big help. You just need to sit down, put some music on, go through the list of topics that you have learned throughout the semester and decide which areas you will need to do more study in or start first. It may be tempting to start with the easy stuff and content you\u2019re already confident in, but it\u2019s best to focus your study on what you actually need to revise.<\/p>\n 3. Look at your textbooks and worksheets if you struggle to find practice questions<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n Practice makes perfect! If you can\u2019t find any practice questions for your exams, you can redo questions from your textbooks and worksheets on your own \u2013 it\u2019s a great way to check your knowledge and find any gaps that you need to revise. It\u2019s also worth checking the Library\u2019s collection of past exam papers<\/a> to see if there\u2019s one for your units.<\/p>\n 4. It\u2019s normal to feel some stress<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n Having some stress can help you stay motivated throughout exams. However, if stress is making you feel anxious or is having a negative impact on your studies and life, there is help available through Curtin\u2019s Student Wellbeing Advisory service<\/a>.<\/p>\n 5. Give yourself time to relax before exams<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n It\u2019s tempting to do as much as you can on the day before the exam, but try to give yourself some breathing space. You\u2019ve done enough, and you deserve some rest. This will help you avoid last minute panicking \u2013 a problem some students face, which affects their ability to think during the exam.<\/p>\n