Study Skills

Staying motivated

Everybody struggles with motivation sometimes, but there are things that can help, including:

1. Having a study timetable to follow, with regular breaks built in
2. Studying with friends
3. Setting a goal to work towards and something to look forward to afterwards

Finding your style

There are lots of ways to learn, so it can be helpful to find the way that works best for you.

Understanding your learning style can help you find ways to learn more effectively. Here are three common learning styles that may help when studying:

1. Visual – learning by seeing (i.e., diagrams, videos or notes)
2. Auditory – learning by listening (i.e., discussions, podcasts or recordings)
3. Kinaesthetic – learning by doing (i.e., practical activities or hands-on tasks)

Studying with learning difficulties

Studying for exams can sometimes be challenging. But everybody can reach learning goals.

Young people with learning difficulties can access additional support to reach their study goals.

You can also help yourself:  

1. Make flashcards about stuff you struggle with
2. Find an interesting audiobook or podcast about the topic you’re studying
3. Taking regular exercise breaks to focus your mind

Find out more: Discover support available for local young people with special educational needs or disability (SEND).

Tips to help you revise

1. Create a timetable, ordering subjects from most important to least important
2. Star revising early - don't leave it too late
3. Keep your phone and other distractions away 

My experience: “Music has always been the only thing that has ever helped me focus. I sometimes have problems focussing. But I don’t know why. It might be because I struggle to learn things or because I get distracted easily. When I am doing homework, I use headphones and play music, It has to be instrumental or chill otherwise I sing along and cant concentrate.”- Nia

Page written by work experience student, Nia.