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Exams checklist
This checklist is aspirational – even the most successful students won’t be able to tick every box so
don’t worry if you can’t either.
One week before the exams:
I have completed my learning and have created good sets of notes for each exam.
I will dedicate the next week to revising and consolidating what I know. I have put together a
revision schedule for the coming week.
I have also scheduled in some rest and relaxation time this week. I understand that studying to the
detriment of everything else is not healthy or helpful.
I know the date, time and venue for each exam, and have designed my revision schedule around
my personal exam timetable.
I have downloaded relevant past papers for each of my upcoming exams, and will focus on
practicing answering exam questions this week.
I know the format of each exam, and will work on a time management plan for each exam.
I have read NUI Galway’s Exam Regulations and know what I can and can’t bring to the exam hall.
The day before the exam:
I have everything that I need for the exam – student ID card, pens, pencils, ruler, calculator, and any
other permissible materials.
I plan to get a good night’s sleep and have set a reliable alarm (or alarms!) for the morning.
I know what time I need to leave home tomorrow in order to get to the exam venue with plenty of
time to spare.
I understand that I won’t learn any new material at this stage, and am just going over what I know.
