In managing your study time it really pays to have a regular study plan. Here are some general principles to bear in mind when establishing your plan:

• Make use of "dead time"- think of ways you could study in small units of time so you don't waste time! e.g. use mind maps or index cards
• Make best use of daylight hours — most people work better during the day than at night - even if you have to get up earlier
• Put tasks in order of priority — that way you get important things done first.
• Keep your schedule brief — spending too much time detailing your schedule is just another way of avoiding doing your studies.
• Near exam time plan in blocks of time — usually one hour (50 minutes to study and 10 minutes break), but remember you can still get a lot done in shorter periods.
• Make sure you get enough sleep — most people need at least 8 hours.
• Eat regular well-balanced meals, and drink plenty of water. Poor diets can cause irritability and tiredness, as well as affecting motivation.
• Don't underestimate how long things are going to take — better to start early and finish early than start later and run out of time!
• Plan to include some time for relaxation and recreation