STUDY & EXAM TIPS

Good study skills and exam preparation are essential to succeed in school. Stressing out reduces your mental capabilities and is counter-productive - be confident in your abilities and learn to take care of yourself.

Nutrition: Eating a balanced diet will help you to maximise brain function, concentrate better during the day and help manage your stress levels. Stay hydrated.

Moderate Exercise:  Give your body a workout as well as your mind

Relaxation Techniques Practice deep breathing, meditation and yoga as forms of relaxation.

Sleep: Maintain a regular sleep pattern.

Time-Management –

·        Develop a study plan  and get  your notes in order

·        Make a Revision Timetable – It is never too late to get started!

·        Practice writing answers under exam conditions.

The power of positive thinking

·        Replace negative thoughts, such as 'everyone else seems better organised, while I'm struggling” with “I will succeed”

·        Be kind to and reward yourself

Further Information

·        Exam-stress tips www.mentalhealthireland.ie

·        Dealing with anxiety and stress www.spunout.ie

·        Coping with Exams www.helpme2parent.ie

·        Central Applications Office  www.cao.ie  091 509 800 

·        Qualifax  www.qualifax.ie   01 905 8100 

·        Student Finance www.studentfinance.ie

·        SUSI Student Universal Support 0761 087 874

·        State Examination Commission  www.examinations.ie

·        DARE  Disability Access Route to Education  www.accesscollege.ie