Hundreds of people study at eta College every year – and with well-regarded courses accredited by the Council on Higher Education on offer, it’s really no surprise that it’s so popular.
Exams here are rigorous and they’re not for the faint-hearted. And as the South African Department for Education advises, resting properly and preparing yourself physically for tough exams is important – and, arguably, is just as important as revising. Here are some top tips on how to get yourself ready to sit an etaexam to ensure you pass and open up the door to a successful career in fitness, recreation, sports management and more.
Enough sleep
A lack of sleep can seriously impair your cognitive functions. Given that revising for an exam is going to require you to memorise plenty of information, it’s important to make sure your brain gets the rest it needs to be able to store all that info. Knowledge is power in this situation: learning about why the human body needs sleep can help you to devise a sleep programme which works for you, so you should do your research and work out what your body clock needs to get you feeling refreshed.
Eat well
When the books are mounting up and there’s some studying to do, cooking may seem like a waste of time. But it’s vital to make sure you stay on top of preparing good meals in order to stay healthy. Junk food has been shown in a study by Oxford University researchers to affect decision-making and problem-solving skills – so having some nutritious, wholesome and tasty ingredients on hand to make your own food is a must during exam season. If you’re feeling stuck for ideas, why not speak to one of the nutrition experts at eta to get some more info on nutrition?
Get some exercise
Exercise not only boosts your body’s capacity for endurance, but it also improves your psychological wellbeing too. When it comes to revision, these are all great advantages to have – so it’s a smart move to get away from your desk and into the gym or the great outdoors and do some exercise. It’s also important not to feel guilty about taking time away from revision, too, as staying healthy is actually an investment in your strong performance. If all else fails, consider it a bit of practical revision: fitness, after all, is what eta College is all about!
Exam period is a challenging time for most people. But don’t despair – focus on getting enough sleep, plenty of exercise and good nutrition and you’ll ace those exams!
Written by: Jane Sandwood
