The best way to improve your understanding of Mathematics, and avoid having to rely on memorisation, is to spend much of your study time either solving or studying problems. The best way to study for a math exam is to do exactly the same thing that you would be doing in the exam… ie sit […]

Many students have heard that there are really only two ways to get to the top of the class. It is dependent on either natural ability, or work ethic. Unfortunately, not every student will have the mental capacity to understand material after hearing it only once, so hard work will be key to getting top […]

It’s not unusual for most students to rush a hand-in process once a paper or assignment has been completed. With the piece presumably finished, it can be difficult to resist the urge of submitting it for a grade. However, jumping to that step will avoid a key component of finalizing any work: Revision. It can […]

Learning how to study for a test is essential to achieving good grades as well as a vital necessity for your education. While some people will learn material very naturally, others struggle with retaining and applying what they’ve learned. There are certain methods to pursue in order to study better, as they approach the material […]

Nutrition and your success in exams are closely related. There are a large number of nutrients which are vital to brain function, and consequently memory and the process of thinking, both of which are necessary for you to perform at your best in exams. Did you know that eating a healthy diet rich in whole […]

Do you have a good memory? When you’re at high school, college or university, it seems that there is so much to remember. How many times have you heard other students say, “I just can’t seem to remember anything”. I know I’ve said this many times in my academic career. You may not realise it […]

Did you know that we all have a different learning styles? Being aware of your learning styles is another one of the study skills that is so important, but of which so few of us are aware. How can we learn effectively when we don’t even know what our learning styles is? Would you agree […]

Did you know that your reading comprehension can be improved with speed reading? I know, I couldn’t believe it either. In other words, the faster you read, the more you understand. Almost anyone can double their reading speed and at least maintain or even increase comprehension. The average reading speed is between 250 and 350 […]