Create a Dedicated Study Environment: Set up a specific, organised space just for studying. This helps your brain switch into focus mode and reduces distractions.
Use the 80/20 Rule: Focus 80% of your effort on the 20% of material most likely to appear on exams. Review past papers and highlight key topics.
Try the Pomodoro Technique: Study in short bursts—25 minutes of focused work followed by a 5-minute break. This keeps your mind fresh and productive.
Mind Mapping: Before you start, spend 10 minutes drawing a mind map of key concepts. Visual organisation helps connect ideas and boosts memory.
Active Recall: After learning, close your notes and try to recall or summarise what you remember. This strengthens long-term retention.
Use Flashcards & Spaced Repetition: Flip through flashcards regularly to reinforce learning. Apps like Anki make this easy and effective.
Teach What You’ve Learned: Explain concepts out loud to someone else or even to yourself in the mirror. Teaching reveals gaps in your understanding and deepens knowledge.
Exercise Before Studying: A short 20-minute workout before you study can boost concentration and help you retain information better.