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The last week before the exam: what to do and what to avoid

Exam time · November 10, 2026

Starting a new topic in the last week usually does not turn out well. This week the goal is to consolidate what you know, stay calm and walk into exam day prepared.

To do

  • Review your mistake notebook and your list of weak topics.
  • Gather formula and rule summaries on one page and read it once a day.
  • Take one or two practice exams with the exam time, but avoid taking a new one in the days right before the exam.
  • Adjust your sleep schedule to the exam time.

To avoid

  • Starting a new, hard topic.
  • Studying until late at night and cutting into your sleep.
  • Comparing yourself with other people's nets.
  • Doing heavy studying the day before the exam.

Preparing for exam day

  • Get your exam entry document and ID ready in advance.
  • Check the location of the exam center and the travel time in advance.
  • Read in the ÖSYM guide which materials are allowed in the exam.
  • Leave enough time in the morning; rushing raises nerves.

Coping with nerves

A little nervousness is normal. Taking deep breaths, reading the question once calmly and marking a hard question to move on work for most students. If the nervousness is so intense that it makes daily life hard, I suggest talking to the guidance counselor at your school or a professional.

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