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Exam Study Expert: ace your exams with the science of learning

Don’t work harder, work smarter: how to study effectively and get the grades of your dreams with winning review strategies, killer memory techniques and exam preparation tips you won’t hear anywhere else. Join Cambridge educated psychologist, study techniques researcher, coach and tutor William Wadsworth as we dive into the secrets of academic success.Looking for the grades of your dreams? Want to know the real secrets to preparing for and taking exams? Through a powerful combination of rich personal experience and the very latest learning and memory science, William and his expert guests are here to help. Here's to results day smiles!

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Average duration
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195
Years Active
2019 - 2025
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198. The Stitch in Time: Small Habits for Academic Success

198. The Stitch in Time: Small Habits for Academic Success

We explore five essential habits that can transform your academic performance by taking small, consistent actions throughout your studies rather than cramming at the end. Doing these little things we…

00:24:51  |   Sun 07 Sep 2025
[REWIND] Mastering Effective Study: Insights from John Dunlosky (Ep 154 replay)

[REWIND] Mastering Effective Study: Insights from John Dunlosky (Ep 154 replay)

First broadcast as Episode 154, we're revisiting this epic interview with giant of the "science of effective study" world, the great Professor John Dunlosky.

In today's must-listen episode, we discove…

00:40:58  |   Sun 24 Aug 2025
197. Beyond The Exam: Finding Meaning in Work - and where is Charlie now

197. Beyond The Exam: Finding Meaning in Work - and where is Charlie now

Charlie Colenutt shares his journey from disillusioned lawyer to author, exploring what makes work fulfilling based on interviews with 100 people across diverse professions.

You'll learn:
•How the most…

00:45:59  |   Tue 12 Aug 2025
196. Gratitude Journalling for Students

196. Gratitude Journalling for Students

A simple daily practice to have happier, more productive days: gratitude journalling for students.

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Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, independent researcher and study skills coach. I h…

00:09:34  |   Sun 29 Jun 2025
195. The Happy Student - with Dr Heather Frederick

195. The Happy Student - with Dr Heather Frederick

Happiness isn't just about feeling good – it's about living in alignment with your values and purpose while managing inevitable stress more effectively.

• Stress is the primary barrier to happiness, h…

00:39:30  |   Sun 22 Jun 2025
194. The Motivated Student - Set The Vision With Steve Gamlin + Find Your Purpose with Ian Chamandy

194. The Motivated Student - Set The Vision With Steve Gamlin + Find Your Purpose with Ian Chamandy

Discover the power of clear purpose and a compelling vision with today's double bill episodes featuring two guests: Ian Chamandy and Steve Gamlin.

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First, we dive into the world of purpose with coac…

00:50:55  |   Sun 15 Jun 2025
193. Five Brain Hacks for Higher Exam Scores

193. Five Brain Hacks for Higher Exam Scores

The psychological principle of "Cognitive Load Theory" has considerable power to understand how our brain thinks. There are some fascinating and powerful applications when you're taking exams to help…

00:25:56  |   Sun 08 Jun 2025
192. Academic Writing Masterclass: Better, Faster, Clearer - with Dr Alix Hibble

192. Academic Writing Masterclass: Better, Faster, Clearer - with Dr Alix Hibble

Join the University of Oxford's Lecturer in Study Skills Dr Alix Hibble for a next-level masterclass on the academic writing process.

Discover how you can save considerable time AND produce significan…

00:48:32  |   Sun 01 Jun 2025
191. Stop Procrastinating And Finish Your Dissertation/Essay - with Dr Alison Miller

191. Stop Procrastinating And Finish Your Dissertation/Essay - with Dr Alison Miller

Learn how to overcome procrastination when working on large academic projects with today's guest, Dr Alison Miller.

https://www.theacademicwritersspace.com/

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Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychol…

00:43:07  |   Sun 25 May 2025
190. Brain Bootcamp: Find Focus with Magic Meditation Moments - Ann Swanson

190. Brain Bootcamp: Find Focus with Magic Meditation Moments - Ann Swanson

Meditation has some fantastic benefits for scholars, including:

- Wellness benefits: managing stress, nerves, anxiety and more

- Productivity benefits: boosting focus and increasing your output each da…

00:38:50  |   Sun 18 May 2025
189. Maximise Knowledge Retention With Expert Flashcard Training [FMC 4b]

189. Maximise Knowledge Retention With Expert Flashcard Training [FMC 4b]

Top tips and tricks to get the most out of your flashcard training (testing) time, to accelerate your learning and maximise your knowledge retention.

Resources mentioned today:

>> Work with me 1-on-1: …

00:31:52  |   Sun 11 May 2025
188. Balancing Making and Testing Your Flashcards [FMC Part 4a]

188. Balancing Making and Testing Your Flashcards [FMC Part 4a]

Part 4a the Flashcard Mastery Course. 

Today: the common trap of making a large set of flashcards without testing them, why we commonly get into this situation, and what to do about it.

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Hosted by Will…

00:17:47  |   Sun 04 May 2025
187. Magic Tricks To Make Memorable Flashcards [FMC 3/4]

187. Magic Tricks To Make Memorable Flashcards [FMC 3/4]

Part 3 of 4 of the Flashcard Mastery Course. 

Today: Part 3: Advanced Tips & Hacks for Flashcard MAKING - how to get more efficient in your flashcard making process, clever tricks for specific learnin…

00:21:32  |   Sun 27 Apr 2025
186. Flashcard Fundamentals For Faster Learning [FMC Part 2/4]

186. Flashcard Fundamentals For Faster Learning [FMC Part 2/4]

Part 2 of 4 of the Flashcard Mastery Course. 

Today: Flashcard Fundamentals - why use them, and the basics of good technique

COMING UP:

- Part 3: Advanced Tips & Hacks for Flashcard MAKING - how to get …

00:27:14  |   Sun 20 Apr 2025
185. The Science of Learning: Flashcard Mastery Course [Part 1 of 4]

185. The Science of Learning: Flashcard Mastery Course [Part 1 of 4]

Welcome to the first in a special four-part audio course on how to learn ultra-effectively by mastering the flashcards, not the only effective study strategy, but my personal favourite and a huge lis…

00:27:20  |   Sun 13 Apr 2025
184. Why Study Smarter?

184. Why Study Smarter?

I'm in philosophical mood today, exploring the big reasons for the Exam Study Expert mission, and exactly what we hope to help you with!

Whether you're brand new to the show or a regular listener, I h…

00:21:08  |   Sun 06 Apr 2025
Mini Status Update - What's Happening On The Podcast?

Mini Status Update - What's Happening On The Podcast?

For regular listeners, a brief update after a couple of unannounced weeks off-air, what happened, and when we'll be back in action (spoiler alert: v. soon!!).

Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just wa…

00:04:44  |   Mon 17 Feb 2025
183. High Stakes Exam Success - with Dr Morgan Taylor

183. High Stakes Exam Success - with Dr Morgan Taylor

This week on the show:

  • Top tips for learning for high stakes exams
  • Maintaining your sense of self-worth and protecting your mental health
  • 4 top tips for keeping test-taking nerves at bay
  • Advice for prosp…
00:29:39  |   Sun 02 Feb 2025
182. The Neurodiverse Brain At School - with Christopher Wyatt

182. The Neurodiverse Brain At School - with Christopher Wyatt

Today, we're talking neurodiversity in education. Whether you're a student with a neurodiverse brain, a parent to one or a teacher to one, today's episode is rich on practical advice to help you navi…

00:40:09  |   Sun 26 Jan 2025
181. REWIND: Maximum Concentration:

181. REWIND: Maximum Concentration: "Attention Professor" Stefan Van der Stigchel

How to concentrate on your studies?

I’m going to be talking to one of the world’s leading authorities on how to manage your attention, and focus on what really matters to you, Professor Stefan van der…

00:52:19  |   Mon 20 Jan 2025
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