Improving Your Study Techniques from FutureLearn

Most FutureLearn courses run multiple times. Every run of a course has a set start date but you can join it and work through it after it starts. Find out more This course for anyone currently studying including full-time students and people studying for professional or personal development. It might also be useful to anyone involved in the learning process, for example teachers, student advisors and family. You can use the hashtag #FLstudytechniques to talk about this course on social media.

Topics Covered

Study preparation
The three-step model of studying: previewing, summarising, revision
Study planning
Attending lectures
Exam techniques
Procrastination
Stress
Motivation

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Practical study skills for all learners

According to learners, this course is a highly practical and actionable guide for improving study techniques, offering strategies that are easy to implement and yield noticeable improvements. Many students found it transformative for tackling procrastination, managing stress, and enhancing motivation, especially for academic success and general personal development. While some more experienced learners felt certain topics were a bit basic or generic, the course is widely praised as an excellent foundation for beginners or a valuable refresher, providing clear, digestible content. The emphasis on techniques like active recall and effective planning is particularly well-received.

Instructor is encouraging; some felt lectures dry/dated.

"The lecturer's tone is very encouraging and the content is broken down into digestible chunks."

"The lectures were a bit dry at times, and the exercises felt a little generic."

"The course content is alright, but it feels a bit dated in its presentation."

Excellent for those new to study techniques or needing a refresher.

"I found it a great refresher. ...for a beginner, it's excellent."

"Good for absolute beginners, but more experienced learners might find it too superficial."

"Fantastic course for anyone feeling overwhelmed by their studies."

Helps manage procrastination, stress, and boost motivation.

"As a university student struggling with procrastination and exam anxiety, this course offered immediate, actionable strategies."

"The sections on preventing procrastination and building motivation were incredibly helpful."

"This course helped me manage my time better and significantly reduced my exam stress."

Offers immediate, applicable study techniques.

"Absolutely transformative! As a university student... this course offered immediate, actionable strategies."

"The practical exercises were simple but effective, allowing me to apply what I learned right away."

"I learned how to use practical tools and strategies that I could apply immediately to my work."

May be too basic for advanced learners.

"Some parts felt a bit basic, especially if you've already researched these topics..."

"I was hoping for more advanced techniques or deeper dives into cognitive science."

"It was too generic for my needs as someone already familiar with basic study tips."

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Learners who complete Improving Your Study Techniques will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

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