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Ten tips to ace exam season

How do you study to pass exams? What’s the best way to study for an exam? How do you deal with stress over exams? We’ve compiled these tips to help you ace those exams and become the most organised version of yourself

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How to succeed in a joint degree

A joint degree is a great way to learn about two subjects in-depth, however it can be a challenge to manage deadlines and essays for both subjects. This guide provides 10 tips on how to manage your time and deadlines successfully while doing a joint degree. 

November 14 2025

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Tips to help you focus on your studies

As exam season comes closer, here are some tips to help you focus on your studies and get the best marks

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Preparing to return to university after the festive break

It can be tricky to get back into a routine and studying after a long festive break. Here are some tips to help you get started again and prepare for university life and exams

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How to balance relaxation and revision this festive season

How to balance studying over the festive period? If you have assignments and exams due in January but still want to keep the festive spirit, these seven tips will help you balance your time

December 17 2025

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What is GPA? Understanding its calculation, importance and scales

GPA is a measure of a student's academic record or achievement. It is calculated through averaging out a student's grades over the courses of a semester or academic year. Find out how to calculate your GPA, the GPA scale and how you use your GPA for university applications here 

November 10 2025

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Eight steps to academic success

The transition from school to university life can be a challenge. Here are eight steps you can follow to help you make the most of your time at university

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How to write a scientific report at university

David Foster, professor in science and engineering at the University of Manchester, explains the best way to write a successful scientific report

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The best way to take notes at university

Which note-taking method is the best? Do you prefer handwritten notes or a digital application? Let’s find out the best way to take notes for you

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Five common mistakes to avoid when writing your doctoral dissertation

Business student Farn Sritrairatana shares five common slip-ups to avoid when writing your doctoral dissertation

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Unlocking productivity: how to avoid multitasking and get things done

Trying to do three or four things at once can mean that your mind is distracted and you might never finish anything. Instead try the “hot 30 technique”, where you focus on one task only for 30 minutes

Nine ways to prepare for exams throughout the semester

Prepping for exams continously throughout the semester is a good way to ensure that you stay on top of your studying and aren’t cramming in the revision the night before an exam

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9 tips to improve your academic writing

These are nine easy tips that can help any student overcome their writer’s block and develop their academic writing

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Five resources to help students with academic writing

If you’re struggling to write essays or assignments while at university, these resources might help

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How to write an undergraduate university dissertation

Writing a dissertation is a daunting task, but these tips will help you prepare for all the common challenges students face before deadline day

February 9 2024

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How to use digital advisers to improve academic writing

International students might feel anxious and nervous about academic writing, particularly if they don’t feel confident with their written English. Digital advisers are resources that students can turn to, to boost their confidence with academic writing

January 26 2024

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January university exams: four essential study tips

Looking for helpful tips to survive January exam stress? These tips can help you organise your study sessions and feel prepared for your January exams

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How to write a successful research piece at university

Maggie Tighe, BA music and classics graduate from University College Cork and previous winner of the Global Undergraduate Awards and judge on the panel this year, shares her top tips on how to write a successful research piece 

November 27 2023

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How to study to get the best results in exams

As an Indian student studying management and marketing with a minor in entrepreneurship at a Hong Kong university, Naman Tekriwal shares his top study tips

February 9 2023

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How to create a vision board for university

It’s National Vision Board Day – so we’ve put together a guide on how you can create one to help you achieve your goals

January 11 2023

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11 tips to stay safe online

As students, you’ll regularly be sending emails, searching for information on the internet and completing assignments online. Here are some tips on how to keep your data and your work safe while working online

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How to reference at university level

What is referencing? Here we explain everything you’ll need to know about how to correctly reference your work at university 

December 7 2022

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The best phone apps for students

University students have lots to focus on: studying, schedules, finances, travel and more. These apps can help you stay on top of everything

November 25 2022

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Tips to help you understand self-regulated learning

Dr Tiffani Apps and Professor Shirley Agostinho from the University of Wollongong share their top tips to set you up for success at university when it comes to studying

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October 18 2022

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Universities with interesting exam superstitions

University life comes with some stress, exams, tests, coursework, deadlines, you name it. However, some universities also have superstitions that students learn of when they arrive that may help or hinder their exams.

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Seven ways to study and retain information as a university student

Studying and retaining information is a necessary skill for a university student to be able to take exams and complete assignments. Here are seven tips to help you maximise your study sessions

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Flexibility is the biggest benefit of online learning, students say

With many students embarking on a new university semester, THE Student surveyed more than 2,000 of them for their views on the benefits of online learning versus classroom learning

September 8 2021

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Writing a dissertation during the pandemic

Polish student Weronika Denes shares some tips for other students studying remotely on how she wrote her dissertation during the pandemic

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Tips for studying online and at home for university students

Many universities across the world are halting face-to-face teaching amid the coronavirus outbreak. Here are some tips to ensure that you can learn successfully from online lectures

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How to stop procrastinating – from a procrastination psychologist

We’ve all been there – trading study time for Netflix or chores. Procrastination has a knack of getting in our way, but fear not, you can beat it. In this article, with insights from procrastination psychologist Nick Wignall, we’ll uncover why we procrastinate and how it impacts us.

September 18 2023

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What is it really like to take an online exam?

A new development as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic is online exams. Student Anna Rees talks through how she did hers and why she thinks they may be better than the traditional exam hall model

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How to deal with exam stress

Exam season can bring on levels of stress and burnout that can hinder your studies. Here are some handy tips on how to manage your anxiety

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5 revision techniques to help you ace exam season (plus 7 more unusual approaches)

Here are some handy tips that can help make your revision more bearable

How to choose a topic for your dissertation

How to choose a topic for your dissertation

Picking a topic for your dissertation can seem scary, so here are some tips to help you narrow it down

November 26 2018

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How to manage your time as a university student

Time management is an elusive skill the evades even the best of us; here are some tips that university students can use to help them keep on schedule

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Five essential studying tips for students

If you ever struggle with distractions, check out these five essential study tips that any university student can use

January 31 2019

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