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Clare Christian
Hi,

I have just failed my PDS1 exams and I am feeling disillusioned with the whole programme. The course is such a huge leap from CPP study and i am having real trouble understanding the exam questions and exactly what the examiners expect from you with regards to quotes and case studies etc.

I am in desperate need of guidance on exam technique and was wondering if anyone could point me in the right direction. I have read every examiners report available but have not found them very useful.

Any links or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
Clare
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  • Hi Gemma,

    Don't forget that it is just a game. The examiners write the questions in a reasonably consistent style so familiarise yourself with as many practice questions as you can, and spend time on interpreting the questions before you even think of trying to put any content to an answer. It's a bit like the difference between hearing what someone says and listening to it - read as though you are listening not just hearing. Does that make sense? I think a lot of students struggle because they answer the question that they wish they had, rather than the one the examiner wanted answered. That is "just" technique, but can be practiced. If you can master the technique of reading the questions you'll have more confidence, with more confidence you are more likely to do well.

    Good luck for May - I'm sure you'll get there next time around.

    Claire
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  • Hi Gemma,

    Don't forget that it is just a game. The examiners write the questions in a reasonably consistent style so familiarise yourself with as many practice questions as you can, and spend time on interpreting the questions before you even think of trying to put any content to an answer. It's a bit like the difference between hearing what someone says and listening to it - read as though you are listening not just hearing. Does that make sense? I think a lot of students struggle because they answer the question that they wish they had, rather than the one the examiner wanted answered. That is "just" technique, but can be practiced. If you can master the technique of reading the questions you'll have more confidence, with more confidence you are more likely to do well.

    Good luck for May - I'm sure you'll get there next time around.

    Claire
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