Stop winging it. Here's a plan that works.
The biggest mistake students make? Revising without a plan. You end up doing the subjects you like most (the ones you need least) and avoiding the ones that need the most work.
How to build your timetable 1. Count how many weeks until your first exam 2. List every subject and topic that needs covering 3. Give each topic a difficulty rating (1-3) 4. Allocate more time to harder topics 5. Build in rest days — they're not optional, they're essential
The 3-2-1 rule The week before an exam: 3 past papers. 2 days of focused topic revision on your weakest areas. 1 day of light review and rest.
Subject rotation Don't do the same subject all day. Your brain gets fatigued. Switch between subjects every 2 sessions. Mix STEM with humanities. Variety keeps your brain engaged.
What to do with past papers This is the most important tip: past papers under timed conditions. Then MARK them yourself using the mark scheme. Then review every question you got wrong. Then do it again. This is the single most effective revision technique for exam success.
When to start Ideally 6-8 weeks before exams. But if you're starting later, don't panic — a focused 4 weeks with active recall beats 8 weeks of passive reading. Quality over quantity, always.
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