20 more revision tip tweets you shouldn't ignore

It's time to step things up from our first 20 revision tips; after all, exams are around the corner and the nerves are probably starting to kick in.

So here are some more quick study nuggets to make sure those notes are sticking, and you're cool as a cucumber for the exam day:

1. Exam season is a chance to challenge your body clock.

#Revision #tip: Try leaving your books near your bed so you can jump straight in when you wake up. You might be a Morning Person after all!

— Which? University (@WhichuniUK) March 30, 2016

2. Could a love of classical music help you study..?

#Revision #tip: Provided you don’t waste time creating playlists, the right music can block out your surroundings and help you focus.

— Which? University (@WhichuniUK) April 26, 2016

3. Or maybe a dose of pop is more up your street?

#Revision #tip: Paul in our office revealed that he listened to happy pop music right before an exam to relax him. #SecretAvrilFan

— Which? University (@WhichuniUK) April 29, 2016

4. Speaking of aural methods...

#Revision #tip: Struggling w/ a topic? A podcast could explain it, and shake up your revision.
More revision advice: https://t.co/UZCVfkM7EY

— Which? University (@WhichuniUK) April 16, 2016

5. Exams aren't as unpredictable as you might think. 

#Revision #tip: Make sure you know the format of questions you can expect. It might impact how you study.

— Which? University (@WhichuniUK) April 28, 2016

6. Your response to an exam question is crucial.

#Revision #tip: When going through past papers, practice picking out the key parts of the question quickly.

— Which? University (@WhichuniUK) April 27, 2016

7. Temptation comes in many forms...

#Revision #tip: Be aware of the fact that when studying you’ll find any reason to be distracted. Don't give in!

— Which? University (@WhichuniUK) April 14, 2016

8. ...but when the sun is about, don't miss out.

#Revision #tip: Take your books outside and revise in the sun to switch things up :D
More revision advice: https://t.co/UZCVfkM7EY

— Which? University (@WhichuniUK) April 18, 2016

9. In fact, just leave the books at home altogether.

#Revision #tip: Exercise or a long walk can relieve exam stress. Don’t stew indoors; go out and take your mind off it all.

— Which? University (@WhichuniUK) April 25, 2016

10. While sleep is crucial, the hour or so before bed is too.

#Revision #tip: Going to bed with exams on the brain probably won't help your sleep. So save evenings or the two hours before bed to relax.

— Which? University (@WhichuniUK) April 15, 2016

11. We may have gone too far...

#Revision #tip: Deactivate Facebook, Instagram and other social media you procrastinate on. Yeah, we said it...

— Which? University (@WhichuniUK) April 3, 2016

12. …on more than one occasion.

#Revision #tip: Get your parents to hide the WiFi password so you can’t procrastinate.

More revision advice: https://t.co/UZCVfkM7EY

— Which? University (@WhichuniUK) April 17, 2016

13. You'd be forgiven for thinking we'd flipped completely.

#Revision #tip: a preview of an upcoming piece on weird study tips, turn your revision into song lyrics to help you remember them!

— Which? University (@WhichuniUK) April 9, 2016

One student reveals her bizarre revision tips...

 

14. You've told us your tips too, like the power of colour...

#Revision #tip from @RubyNicholson99: 'Colour works for me. Coloured pens, coloured highlighters, coloured post-it notes etc. '

— Which? University (@WhichuniUK) April 2, 2016

Did you know there's a wrong way to highlight? Watch out for these common revision sins...

15. …and how to calm down when things get too much.

OK ignore that tweet about procrastinating on YouTube for 3 mins as @johnkuckian explains how to beat #exam stress: https://t.co/sRdDHo9gP9

— Which? University (@WhichuniUK) April 17, 2016

  

 

16. We've tried to help when parents ask questions…

#Revision #tip for #Parents today: Instead of just asking 'How is revision going?', ask specifically what they're revising currently.

— Which? University (@WhichuniUK) April 7, 2016

17. …and make dinnertime FUN (sort of).

#Revision #tip: Teaching something to someone is a great way to check that you know it yourself. "Teach" family at the dinner table.

— Which? University (@WhichuniUK) April 8, 2016

18. Finally, boil each topic down to some key concepts.

#Revision #tip: For each topic, note down separately the essentials you need to remember. This can help shape how you revise that topic.

— Which? University (@WhichuniUK) May 2, 2016

19. By the way, our special revision section says hello.

#Revision #tip: Keep an eye on our #revision hub, we're always adding new tips and advice to keep you motivated: https://t.co/UvV91H6m02

— Which? University (@WhichuniUK) April 30, 2016

20. But really, there's only one answer when all else fails.

#Revision #tip: Let's just dedicate today's tip to the wonderful, comforting properties of a cuppa' #NationalTeaDay pic.twitter.com/EwShAvN8Nn

— Which? University (@WhichuniUK) April 21, 2016

 

Good luck!