Exams & Assessment Support

WE'VE GOT YOUR BACK

Preparing for exams? Head down completing assessments?

We've put together a load of support, information and events to help ease your stress.

 

WHAT'S ON

These events have been curated to encourage you to step away from revision, meet others and have a break.

No events planned. Check back soon!

 

SEND A MESSAGE OF SUPPORT

This is a time to be shoulder to shoulder. Pull another student through with a confidence boosting message, funny joke, cute photo or GIF - whatever you fancy.

We'll make sure it reaches them. 

LEAVE A MESSAGE

 

SU ANGELS

SU Angels are here to support and encourage you to perform your best đź’›

Find us across campus giving out free hot drinks and snacks to keep you energised when studying.

 

SUPPORT

The SU Education Team will available 10:00-17:00 every Monday, Wednesday and Friday In The In-Between for 1:1 advice and support during exams period. You can also reach out to SU Advice who can offer expert advice on lots of issues from extenuating circumstances, managing stress, academic offenses, and late submissions.

VISIT SU ADVICE

SUPPORT blog

Exams are over. What happens next?
Two signs being held by SU staff congratulating students finishing their final exam

So, you’ve now finished your exams for this academic year and you’re now wondering what happens next… We’ve put together some key bits of information to help you.

 
How to avoid academic offences

We encourage you to be a "rebel" at Essex but when it comes to exams it's better to follow the rules!

 
How to prepare for an exam

Follow this step by step guide to help you prepare for the upcoming assessment period.

 
How to read your Exam Timetable

Locations, timings, type of exam... Understanding your exam timetable can save so much stress. We've broken it down for you right here!

 
Got an in-person Exam? We've got your back!

Exams come in all shapes and sizes but a number of assessments are now back to being in person. Read on for all you need to know about in person exams at Essex.

 
The Best Places to Study on Campus!

We went on the hunt to find the the best spots on campus to study, whichever vibe you're after.

 
How to create the ultimate revision timetable

Check these tips on how to build the revision timetable that suits you the best

 
Breaks during revision = success!

It may seem counter-productive, but trust us. Taking breaks is important. Here's why...

 
Revision Tips and Techniques

Your VP Education let's you in on his tried and tested revision methods.