Improving Your Study Techniques

Develop effective study skills for life

Learning is a fundamental part of life; many of us continue studying even when we leave formal education. This means good study skills are vital for all of us. Many, however, lack these skills and struggle to study effectively.

This course aims to change that. Through the course you will learn to become a better student by learning to apply the ‘three-step model’ of studying: previewing, summarising and revising. You will consider your use of time and learn how to make a realistic study plan. You will also learn how to tackle procrastination, deal with stress and keep motivated while studying.

This course for anyone currently studying including full-time students and people studying for professional or personal development. It might also be useful to anyone involved in the learning process, for example teachers, student advisors and family.

• How to get off to a good start?
• Introduction
• Prepare your study session - set your conditions
• Step 1 of the three-step model - previewing
• How to monitor your time?
• Conclusions
• Summarising and planning
• Welcome to Week 2
• Study: how to make a good summary?
• Do I spend my time effectively?
• How to make a long term plan?
• Conclusions
• The power of revision
• Welcome to Week 3
• How to get the most out of your lectures?
• Revision: how to remember what you have learned?
• How to do exams?
• How to make a smart week plan?
• Conclusions
• Procrastination, stress and motivation
• Welcome to Week 4
• How to tackle procrastination?
• How to handle stress
• How to stay motivated
• Conclusions