Exam skills: 6 more tips for studying alone

Rob Sometimes you may have to study alone or remotely

and this can seem like a lonely experience. But you're not on your own - our top tips

are here to motivate you.

Firstly, you need to choose the right place to study – create a dedicated study space

and the right environment for learning and remove any distractions.

Now think about when you'll use this space – organise your time effectively and make

a timetable. Choose the right time of day to study – but don't overdo it and know

when to stop and take a break! Listen to what this student does…

Student I was terrible at time management at first

but I've learnt to get organised and write down every appointment I have and every task

I have to do in the diary. This allows me to plan my week. I also stick a list of goals

I have to achieve each week on the wall. When I complete them I cross them off.

Rob Studying alone can be boring so you need make

things fun – use a range of learning materials and techniques and especially interactive

materials online.

You can feel isolated so try to join a local study group where you

can talk to other students. If that's not possible, join an online group. You can also

make friends and keep in touch by email, chat rooms or video calls.

Of course, ideally it's good to learn face-to-face with someone so maybe there's a friend you

can meet to study with? Or perhaps you can join a local language school?

Finally, when you need help you need to know where to go. Make sure the course you're studying

has someone you can contact to ask questions and get clarification. Just remember, you're

not completely on your own when you study alone! Good luck.