Exam Support: Your Guide to Thriving During Assessment Period
As the term winds down, we know it’s now crunch time for many students. Whether you’re hitting the books for exams or aiming to meet coursework deadlines. The University of Bristol and Bristol Student’s Union are here to make sure you’re supported every step of the way.
From sweet treats and study breaks to practical advice, we are here to help you navigate this busy period!
Keep reading to find out what’s on to keep you focused, refreshed, and ready to tackle exam season 🌟
What’s On with Bristol SU
Sweet Treat Break
📍 Bristol SU Living Room 1, Senate House, 4th Floor
📅 Thursday 12 December, 16:00 – 18:00
Take a well-deserved break with free hot chocolate in the Bristol SU Living Room. Come along, meet your Officer Team, and warm up before diving back into your studies!
Stretch and Flow Class
📍 Pegg Theatre
📅 Wednesday 11 December, 15:30
Unwind and de-stress with a guided stretch class. This is a great way to give your mind and body a refresh before getting back to your revision. Keep an eye out for tickets released soon!
Exam Breakfasts
📍 Bristol SU Living Room 1, Senate House
📅 Thursday 28 November, 10:00 – 12:00 📅 Tuesday 3 December, 09:30 📅Thursday 5 December, 10:000 📅 Monday 9 December, 10:00
Fuel up for success! Stop by for free vegan pastries, snacks, and hot drinks to kick-start your day. Plus, our Academic Advice Service will be on hand to help with any queries about assessments, exceptional circumstances, or plagiarism.
Commuter Students Meet-Up
📍 Bristol SU Living Room 1, Senate House, 4th Floor
📅 Monday 27 November, 13:00 – 15:00
Commuting to Uni? Meet other commuter students over pizza and board games! Join Mia, your Undergraduate Education Officer, to chat, connect, and ask any questions you may have.
Christmas Party and Festive Games Night
📍 Anson Rooms, The Richmond Building, 1st Floor
📅 Saturday 30 November, 18:00 – 21:30
Celebrate the season with classic games like table football, darts, and more! Wear your best Christmas jumper, enjoy free mince pies, and meet fellow students. No booking needed—just show up for some festive fun before exams kick off!
Study and Support with the University
With TB1 assessments starting from 9 December, it’s important to stay organised and make the most of preparation week. Here’s how the University is helping:
Study Skills Support 🖊️
Vist Study Skills and learn tips on how to get ready for assesmemts, new revision techniques and more right from your peers by speaking to the Student Advocates. Also, AI is changing the way we study, and the Study Skills Team have created guidance to help you understand its role in academic work. You can also check out this useful video from your officers Mia and Gurvin who collaborated on this one! 🤖
Struggling to find a seat? 🪑
Across the University there are 11 different libraries and study spaces that you can use. The University have developed a study seat finder this great resource to check how busy your favourite spot is, before you set off! Can't make it ontop campus? Remeber, you can use the University’s vast online learning resources brining the library to you at home!
Wellbeing Matters 🧘
The University offers resources to help you take care of yourself during exams, you can check out some of their content here. Remember, stick to healthy habits like eating well, sleeping enough, and staying active. Take a break from socials and practice mindfulness if you can 🌟
Last week we asked our full-time officers how they like to unwind, feel inspired and read the full article here!
If you need any assessment support
We want to help you if something affects your assessments.
- Get free and confidential support from the SU Academic Advice team
- If something unexpected and unavoidable impacts an assessment, know check out this guidance on how exceptional circumstances work
Good Luck 🌟
As you head into exam season, remember you’re not alone—Bristol SU and the University is here to support you. Take time to balance your studies with rest, and don’t forget to check out the events we’ve put together to help you recharge.
Good luck from all of us at Bristol SU. You’ve got this! 💪
