With HSC exams only a few weeks away, these holidays provide the perfect opportunity for final revision. Here are my best tips for HSC study so you can stay productive, organised and well-rested.

1. List all the study tasks you want to complete by the end of this 2 week break, rank them from highest priority to lowest priority, and use this to create a study timetable/calendar. By having each day’s work already organised in advance, you can feel confident knowing that if you stick to this plan, you’ll complete all your necessary study.

2. To avoid burnout, make sure you incorporate an effective study technique. This could be using the Pomodoro method where you study for 25 minutes and then take a 5 minute break, repeating this pattern until you’re ready to take a longer break. Or you could use a study app like Forest to set a study timer and grow your very own virtual tree! Whatever study technique you choose, make sure it’s one that you’ll stick to consistently so you can maintain motivation whilst also taking breaks.

3. Complete HSC past papers to feel confident on exam day! Also, trial papers are still helpful to complete to ensure you’ve attempted as many questions as possible.

4. Make sure to prioritise a good sleep schedule. Studying all day and pulling all-nighters will not be effective as you will be too exhausted to retain any information. Sleeping well will help you undertake high quality study and rest your mind!

5. Find a hobby to do in study breaks that you enjoy. Whether this is exercising, reading or watching your favourite TV show, it helps you relax and motivates you to study well and rest!

Wishing all Year 12 students the best of luck with their HSC exams!

Kristina McLean