Section outline

  • We understand that writing a essay-based exam under a time limit is challenging. That is why we have series of events to help you prepare for your exams this year. This support includes:

    1. A Timed-Essay Writing Workshop 

    2. A Mock Timed-Essay Exam

    3. A Feedback Session on the Mock Exam 


    In addition, you will receive:

    a) Exam advice and practice exercises in each of your modules that are tailored to the module's essay exam

    b) Past exam papers to practice your writing

    c) A video explanation of the Essay Grading Criteria to apply in your essay writing throughout the year. 

    d) FAQs below to answer frequently-asked questions about essay-based exams.

    It is our hope that this support will help to alleviate uncertainty around exam expectations and help you to do your best work!



    • Psychology Essay-Style Marking Scheme


    • 1. Timed essay support session 

      Below, you can find the slides and recording from the session preparing you for timed essay based exams with Chenée Psaros and Rosella D'Alesio. 

    • Slides from Timed essay support session File
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    • Recording from Timed Essay Support session 29 Oct 2024 QMplus Media Video

      Please see attached for a recording of the Timed Essay Writing Workshop in PSY600.

      The workshop was aimed at Year 3, but would also apply to Year 2 (with 1000 word essays).