Study Support: Study Preparation

 Creating a Study Plan

Location:  Try to have a designated location for study so you know to focus when you are there.

Distractions: Steer clear of distractions by sitting somewhere quiet with only the things you need to study.

Prepare: Make sure you have everything you need to prevent you needing to leave the space to gather your things.

Time Management: Study in short bursts with regular breaks to structure your time and prevent burnout.

Revisit your topics: Do not aim to cover everything just once; try to master topics by revising and revisiting them.

Be flexible: Your schedule will not always go to plan, or you may try to take on more than you can do.

• As a BPP student, you are likely to have some online lectures or tutorials. Here are some tips on how to prepare for your first session:  
• Read the syllabus closely and familiarise yourself with any assignment due dates. Write down any questions or concerns you may have. 
• Contact your tutor beforehand and have an honest conversation about your needs during the lecture or tutorial. 
• Prepare for your session by reading any assigned texts listed on the syllabus. 
• Use assistive technology such as note-taking and recording devices (if allowed).  
• Contact LearningSupport@bpp.com if you have any learning difficulties or disabilities.

Why not Create a Study Timetable ?

• Divide each subject into topics to focus on
• Decide how much time you would like to spend on each topic 
• If a topic is more complex, allocate more time. 
• Check off completed tasks as they are done.

Compile and Organise your Notes

• Note key information for each topic/unit 
• Supplement class notes with any extra reading (from textbooks, internet research or notes provided by your tutors)
• Compile into one set of notes
• Create a checklist of key terms and glossary/list of key terms and concepts