Preparing for the exam season

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Preparing for the exam season

Tops tips and support to help you. From study skills advice to a wellbeing message wall, there's lots available.

Student Learning Service study support and skills

Do you need support with academic writing, maths or study skills ahead of the upcoming exam season. There are study skills workshops and sessions available. You can also book 1-2-1 support with a specialist adviser.

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Study spaces

There are lots of study spaces on campus that cater for all needs and preferences, from comfortable spots to catch up on reading, areas for silent study and rooms you can book for group work.

Sir Duncan Rice Library is open 24/7 until 19 December. The Hardback cafe in the library is also operating with extended opening hours during this period.

Find out more about study spaces and opening hours

Hardback café opening hours

Extension Policy

Do you need an extension this exam season? This video covers when you can apply for an extension, how to submit a request through the Student Hub, what evidence may be required and what penalties apply if work is handed in late without authorisation.

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Exam wellbeing wall

The exam wellbeing wall is a dedicated space to boost positivity during exam season where you can:

• Share study tips and revision hacks

• Offer encouragement and support to fellow students

• Suggest ways to manage stress and stay balanced

• Celebrate small wins and progress along the way

Whether you're looking for a little motivation or want to brighten someone else's day, leave a note and enjoy reading messages from others.

Details:

From Wednesday 3 December to Thursday 18 December

- SDRL Main Entrance

- Taylor Main Entrance

- Medical Library Study Space

Assistive Technology Resource Collection

Assistive Technology can make your study life easier. From tools for creating tasks and to do lists to software for spell checking or to help you focus, there is a wide range of technology available. Explore short demonstration videos to find out more about how assistive technology can help you.

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Spectrum.Life resources

The Spectrum.Life Student Helpline App has lots of resources designed to help you through the exam season and help you to cope with the pressure.

• Stress Less Online Course

• Managing Anxiety & Stress Online Course

• Understanding Stress Online Course

Download Spectrum.Life

SafeZone

Studying late on campus? Check in on the app to let the Security Team know where you are on campus - your location and ID will be displayed on a map, which the Security team will be able to see for the duration of your check in session.

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