Last Week Before ACCA Exams: Simple Study Tips That Work

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Only 7 days left for your ACCA exams? Feeling nervous? Don't worry! If you have been attending your classes regularly, you've already done the hard work. Now you just need to review, practice, and feel confident.

Let me tell you something from my own experience. I know exactly how scary these last few days can feel. Here's a simple plan to help you do your best in the exam.

1. Change How You Think

Right now, you don't need to learn anything new. You just need to go over what you already know.
Tell yourself: "I have studied everything, I just need to practice more."
Stay calm. Being worried won't help you. Being clear and confident will help.

2. Stick to One Teacher Only

If you've been following one teacher's notes and classes, keep following the same teacher.
Don't jump between different teachers or YouTube videos. This will only confuse you.
More teachers = more confusion = less confidence.

3. Your 7-Day Simple Plan

Days 1-4: Review and Practice

Go through each topic quickly using your notes.
Solve practice questions right after reviewing each topic.
Use the "mix and match" method: pick random questions from different chapters to keep your brain sharp.
Find the hard questions and solve them 2-3 times until they become easy.

For extra practice, check out these mock exams:

F1 (BT) Mock Exams for Business and Technology
F2 (MA) Mock Exams for Management Accounting
F3 (FA) Mock Exams for Financial Accounting

Days 5-6: Practice Real Exams

Do past papers exactly like real exams (with time limits).
Focus more on topics you find difficult.
For multiple choice questions:
- Do the easy ones first.
- Mark the hard ones and come back to them later.
- Don't waste time guessing in the first round.

Day 7: Light Review Only

Just go over important formulas and key points.
Don't study new things. Just polish what you know.

Day 7 Evening: Get Ready for Exam

Keep your mind fresh: sleep well, take a walk, watch something fun.
Pack your bag: admit card, calculator, pens, water bottle.
Feel relaxed and confident when you go to the exam hall.

4. How to Handle the Exam

Written answers: Think about marks. If a question has 4 marks, write 4 good points. This saves time.
Multiple choice:
- Round 1: Answer all the easy ones quickly.
- Round 2: Go back to the hard ones you marked.
- Last round: Trust your gut feeling and move on.

5. Don't Let Stress Win

Take short breaks, go for walks, watch funny videos. Keep your brain fresh.
Don't spend too much time on social media. If you use social media for 2 hours, study for at least 8 hours.
Remember: If you don't pass, it's not the end of the world. You can try again. Giving up is the real problem.

6. Final Tips That Really Work

Follow only one teacher. Don't get confused by too much information.
Mix smart work (understanding concepts) with hard work (lots of practice).
Do random questions and repeat the hard ones many times.
Stay calm, sleep well, and keep your energy up.

Extra Study Materials

Need more practice materials? Check these out:

FA1 Study Materials - Recording Financial Transactions
MA2 Study Materials - Managing Costs and Finances
SBR Notes by Ali Amir - Great short notes for quick revision

💡 Remember: This last week is NOT about learning everything again. It's about making what you know stronger and feeling more confident. Walk into that exam room knowing you've done your best and believe in yourself.

You've got this! 💪