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• Create a weekly schedule that includes school, CAS, studying, and little breaks here and there.
• Learn to avoid distractions and unnecessary commitments.
• Prioritize sleep for at least 6 hours per day.
• Turn on DND (Do Not Disturb) during your study sessions.
• Use tools such as Google Calendar to tick down your daily plans for better organization.
• When things start to feel overwhelming or stressful, feel free to talk to others — you’re not in this alone.
• Reflect weekly on what you have achieved: What worked for you? What stressed you out? How can this be fixed?

• Math (Group 5): Understand the concept first, then apply it. Use YouTube channels or textbooks, then practice with past papers.
• English/Language and Literature (Group 1): Master written analysis for Papers 1 and 2 by writing essays and analyzing texts. Pair this with reading your school’s novels.
• Science: Focus on understanding concepts, not just memorizing. Watch channels like Sirus Revision, and practice with SaveMyExams or past papers. IB exams are based on understanding and critical thinking.
• Business, Econ, History (Group 3): Aim for deep understanding. For Business, grasp theories and vocabulary, then apply them in case studies or past papers.
• Language SL or ab initio (Group 2): Immerse yourself in the language—listen to podcasts, watch shows, and use the language as if traveling. The more you use it, the more comfortable you’ll become.

For more in-depth information about these subjects, check out our subject resources.

The IB subject guide is perhaps the most underrated tool in your entire IB journey. Think of it as the official blueprint of what the examiners expect you to know — nothing more, nothing less.

• Reading the subject guide before starting a topic gives you a clear map of where you’re headed. For example, in Physics, it tells you the exact equations you’re expected to use; in English, it outlines the assessment criteria; in Business, it specifies vocabulary and concepts that will appear on the exam.
• Use it like a checklist: learn each point, practice it, then tick it off. Pair it with past paper questions to ensure you’re applying exactly what’s required.
• Remember, IB exams are written from these guides, so mastering them means you’re already a step ahead.