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Here's our section on university work: whether it's essay writing, presentational skills, useful grammar websites, how to prep yourself before an exam, working on your Year Abroad Project or your dissertation, we've got the best info and advice to help you get the best degree classification possible.
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You had your hopes set on getting an iPad and the time has finally come - there it lies before you, twinkling away with its brand new screen, the smell of polystyrene washing off your face as you tackle the beast with your fingertips. Except you feel something’s missing - and you’re right - you’re in need of some apps, to make it just that little bit more special, more personal, more you. But, which to choose?Published in Study Tips -
How to turn your hobbies and interests into an A grade
Written by Paul Harris Tuesday, 05 April 2011As you’re making your way through the school curriculum, you may be thinking about exams, revision and where to start; as Easter approaches, students rush back home to flick through textbooks and Powerpoint slides to cram in vital information for the upcoming examinations. How do you turn your hobbies into activities that will guarantee you an A-grade, whilst still having fun? Here is our tried-and-tested technique to securing good marks by doing stuff you enjoy...Published in Study Tips -
Frankie says relax: How to deal with exam stress
Written by Adam SearsWith all there is to do, learn and regurgitate in 2 hour blocks, exam stress can take hold of many students with remarkable ease. Though you can’t shy your exams away, you can try and control your levels of stress effectively, to make sure you stay on top of them and focus on your studies.Published in Study Tips -
Although the word 'dissertation' has no poetry about it, we're here to help you inject some much-needed tempo and lyricism into your work. We're not going to get all Keats and Rimbaud on you, but here are a few pointers to get you writing something that has a) a clear point to make and b) structure.
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Oral exams are, for a lot of students, the trickiest exams of all, as you're put under pressure, you've got to think on your feet AND answer the dreaded question. So what can you do to prepare, apart from regurgitating linking words and reading through the year's news? Well, there are a few (simple) steps you should take, regardless of how comfortable you are with the lingo...
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YAP: the Year Abroad Project guide
Written by Adam SearsMost students planning on taking a year abroad will have to provide some form of coursework for their home university, as their term away ends. Some universities require a dissertation or thesis on a particular cultural aspect, whereas others will ask their students to produce a YAP (Year Abroad Project).Published in Study Tips -
How to plan a revision timetable
Written by Natacha CullinanGetting to grips with exam revision technique and devising a personal timetable is vital for any student to achieve the best results. Though you may find that your initial timetable may need to be revised as the weeks nearing your exam come along, any student worth his weight in Facebook stalking will know that planning and preparation is de rigueur come exam time.Published in Study Tips -
Prepping up just before an exam with the right foods and the right stuff to drink is really important. Not only does it help you time out from hard-core revision, it can also help you absorb facts in a more productive manner. Here’s our list of the top exam foods you should have in your store cupboard:Published in Study TipsTags -
Here's our section on university work: whether it's essay writing, presentational skills, useful grammar websites, how to prep yourself before an exam, we've got the best info and advice about helping you get the most out of your work!
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Ok, so perhaps the days of watching Scooby-Doo on the box, with a pot of tea and some party rings at the ready are gone. The fact is, knuckling down for some revision sessions is no one's idea of fun-filled days. Faffing about and losing your studying marbles is not the way to go. Running for the hills come exam stress may be your first reaction, but that won't bag you your top marks. Here are a few handy tips and tricks to help you nail those exams in the upcoming months...Published in Study TipsTags
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The best iPad apps for linguists
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