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Online Study Skills Hub: Exam Checklist

Competencies essential for academic and professional success

Exam Checklist

Checklist 

Survey: I have -

  • Read the course aims and learning outcomes.
  • Found and analysed past exam papers.
  • The paper is ____ hours and I will have to answer ___ questions.
  • I am aware of the topics that are likely to be covered.
  • Question: I have –
  • Thought about my programme
  • I need to know _______________________
  • I need to learn ____________________

Prepare: I have – 

  • Gone through my exam folders and notes and have prepared condensed notes of everything I need to remember
  • Memorised my key points charts/mind maps
  • Recited my key points onto a recorder
  • Tested myself 
  • Reviewed my index cards with key points drawn on them
  • Drawn up a revision timetable and am following the schedule

Practicing: I am practicing –

  • Positive thinking
  • Brainstorming and planning answers
  • A plan for my essay questions ahead of time
  • Writing sample answers with notes
  • Writing sample answers without notes
  • I am ready and confident!