Acing your exams and assessments

The current assessment period is underway until Friday 3 May 2024 (inclusive) and we hope your exams are going well. 

Remember, for further information and support around the assessment period, visit our assessments and coursework examination webpage.

Mastering distraction and quick study hacks 

Take a look at some valuable insights on how to prioritise self-care and smash your last week of exams, including how to manage distractions with phone notifications and apps to tame social media and quick study hacks.

Where to study 

With LJMU boasting two campuses and 30 buildings, there's no shortage of study spots to explore, these include Avril Robarts Library, James Parson Building, Student Life Building, Redmonds Building, John Lennon Art and Design Building. Remember that as an LJMU student you have access to all LJMU buildings and are free to utilise any building you like, even those you’re not familiar with.

We rounded up some top study spots on and off campus here.

For postgraduate students, quiet rooms are available with your Student ID, offering a quieter space for deep concentration.

Room bookings for group or individual study

Individual and Group study rooms are available to book via Resource Booker (select Library Room Bookings). As an LJMU student, you can book these spaces for up to four hours, up to 7 days in advance. Your booking will lapse if you are more than 15 minutes late.

Support during the exam period

We’ve got a range of support on campus for all our students during your studies.

Our Academic Achievement team can help you with essay plans, revision advice and how to write a great assignment. Find out more or book an appointment with the Academic Achievement team.

Increased feelings of stress are completely normal during the exam season. Remember you are not alone, and our Student Advice and Wellbeing team is available if stress or anxiety is affecting your mental health. Find out more or book an appointment with the SAW team.

Don’t forget during exams, get a good night’s sleep, include walks and mini workouts into your routine, book the gym and some fitness classes if a member, eat well, go easy on the caffeine, and be kind to yourself - you’ve got this!