Examination Supports
SLD are running a series of services in the run-up to the exam period for all students. We'll cover everything you need to perform well on the day.
The exam period can be a stressful time of the year. We have a range of strategies and tips on planning your revision, practicing your exam performance and making sure that you give your best performance on the day. Click below to see how we can help.
Don’t put it off!! Meet your deadlines!
Thursday 19th March 1:00 -1:45pm and Thursday 26th March 1:00 -1:45pm
Come along to these practical workshops to help you deal with procrastination, to focus and to feel motivated. Explore reasons why we put things off and build an arsenal of strategies to get you started and get things done.
When? Thursday 19th March 1:00 -1:45pm and a follow-up one on Thursday 26th March 1:00 -1:45pm. Ideally, try to attend both workshops if you can.
Where? Seminar Room 3.18, 3rd Floor, 7-9 South Leinster Place
No need to register. Feel free to bring your lunch.
Procrastination & Concentration Live webinar (Friday 6 March 2026 @ 12:00) - This workshop will provide some tips to help you to improve your focus and overcome procrastination, by identifying barriers and exploring strategies to improve your productivity. Join online here (opens Blackboard)
Exam Preparation & Revision Live Webinar (Wednesday 8 April 2026 @ 18:00 - 19:00) - This workshop will cover ways to maximise your revision study time. Explore some scheduling tips and tools, and identify strategies to support retention, motivation and energy levels prior to exams. Join online here (opens Blackboard)
Exam Skills Live Webinar (Thursday 9 April 2026 @ 14:00 - 15:00) - In this workshop we explore strategies for performing in your exams, exam success factors, exam strategies. We will also look at effective ways to practice exam answers and manage your mental preparation. Join online here (opens Blackboard)
Exams - Essays Live Webinar (Thursday 16 April 2026 12:00 - 13:00) - Get tips on taking essay-type exams, understand conventions and processes, identify time-management strategies and improve your essay writing exam skills. Join online here (opens Blackboard)
Drop in or book a slot with our advisors, who can offer you support with exam preparation strategies, stress management and on-the-day skills.
ONLINE APPOINTMENTS
Book an appointment in advance. Click on the booking link below (open MS Bookings).
Click here to book our online clinic - Starting Tuesday 7th April 2026 until 3rd May 2026 - appointments last about 25mins and are booked in advance with a trained advisor.
IN PERSON DROP-IN APPOINTMENTS
An in person drop-in is available during our 'Write Here, Write Now' sessions in the Library North Training Room. You can drop-in and speak with our advisor on site about your exam queries. For full details of the drop-in and dates click here.
Please note if these sessions are booked out you are welcome to avail of our usual appointment slots - information available here.
In the lead up to exams and assessment submission, it can be hard to motivate yourself to do that final push of work! Put aside 90 - 120 minutes this week to finish off assignments in a dedicated space. This is an opportunity to motivate yourself to write or work on assignments due this term. Stay for part of or all of the session.
Sessions are running both online and in-person.
An SLD advisor will be present to answer any questions, either in person or via the online chat box.
Our newly revised SLD blackboard module contains learning resources in the areas of exam skills, preparation, and time management as well as different examination formats. Click this link to find out how to enrol.
Recorded webinars - Browse and listen to our previously recorded webinars, including essay type exams, open book exams and managing exam stress. Click here to open the past recordings webpage.