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We've only a few weeks to go now, and panic is likely setting in for those doing the Junior Cycle and Leaving Cert exams.
Luke, Andy & Erin chat about what those final weeks were like for them, what they prioritised, and tips for not feeling the immense pressure. No - you do not need to do 12-hour study days or pull all-nights just to survive an exam!
For tips on getting motivated to study, check out our guide here:
https://www.studyclix.ie/blog/how-to-get-motivated-to-study-for-the-junior-and-leaving-cert-exams
Click below for some more tips on how to maximise last-minute study:
https://www.studyclix.ie/blog/last-minute-exam-secrets-how-to-boost-your-exam-performance
And click here for our advice on why it's never too late to start studying:
https://www.studyclix.ie/blog/why-its-never-too-late-to-start-studying
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We’re very excited to have expert teacher Laura Daly on the podcast this week! We asked you to send in LC English questions and Laura answered.
From tips on what order to do the exam, to how much you’re expected to write, Laura covered absolutely everything you need to feel confident heading into the LC English exam in June.
For more tips on acing the LC English exam, check out our free comprehensive guide here:
https://www.studyclix.ie/leaving-certificate/english/higher/created-by-studyclix/how-to-get-a-h1-in-leaving-cert-english
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It's a great time to give yourself a break before the final term of school, but the Easter holidays are a golden opportunity to get a chunk of exam prep in.
Luke, Andy & Erin share their tips on what you should be doing over the Easter Holidays, and how to strike the right balance between having productive study days and giving yourself the rest you deserve. -
If your oral exams are around the corner, chances are your nerves are at an all-time high.
It's natural to feel stressed and anxious in the lead-up to the oral exams, but there are lots of things you can do to adjust your mindset and clear your head before you go in.
In this episode of the Studyclix Podcast, Luke, Andy & Erin chat about their own experience with the oral, sharing advice they'd give their younger selves.
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Luke is joined by Erin this week to give tips on all things to do with the Leaving Cert Music Practical.
Erin got a H1 in her Leaving Cert Music Exam and is full of advice for people who are due to sit their practical exam soon.
This is also a great episode for future Leaving Cert Music students who are curious about the exam and want to know what elements of the practical would suit them best.
TIMECODES:
0:18: Intro
1:16: How is the practical examined?
3:40: How to choose the right sections for you
08.38: What is music technology?
13:03: How to choose your pieces
17:36: Backing tracks and accompaniments
20:15: How the exam is marked
23.13: Tips for the unprepared section
26:51: Can you overpractice?
30:49: How to calm nerves on the day
33:01: Tips for after the exam
36:26: Closing tips
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Nervous about the upcoming Irish oral? We've got you covered. Andy chats to Erin, our resident Gaeilgeoir, for all her tips. Regardless of what level you're at, this podcast episode is packed with heaps of practical, down-to-earth advice, that is sure to help you feel better about the dreaded Béaltriail.
If you want to take your Irish prep that little bit further, check out Studyclix Irish Boost for hundreds of video lessons, interactive exercises and exam-focused content. It's everything you need to feel confident heading into the Irish exam.
Find out more at studyclix.ie/boost
~Links to things mentioned in the podcast~
2025 Sraith Pictiúr Notes:
https://www.studyclix.ie/leaving-certificate/irish/higher/created-by-studyclix/sraith-pictiur-2025-notes-videos-and-audios-now-available/
2026 Sraith Pictiúr Notes:
https://www.studyclix.ie/leaving-certificate/irish/higher/created-by-studyclix/sraith-pictiur-2026-notes-videos-and-audios-now-available/
Readings of the Irish Poems:
https://youtu.be/eT1Y9tdZ898?si=e49HNDGrLzpfLlSR
Full Irish Oral Exam Sample:
https://www.studyclix.ie/leaving-certificate/irish/higher/oral-exam/sample-irish-oral/boost/bealtriail-iomlan-shamplach-full-sample-oral-exam/
Andy's TikTok about the Sraith Pictiúrs:
https://vm.tiktok.com/ZNdRBTY2Q/
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Do you ever feel like you *should* be studying? And feel guilty that you're not? It's a common feeling, and it's not easy to overcome.
On this episode of The Studyclix Podcast, Luke asks Andy and Erin how they dealt with study guilt in 6th year and what advice they'd give to students going through it now.
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Whether you have your results back or not, or whether you were happy or disappointed, this podcast is all about what to do once the Mocks are over.
Luke, Andy, and Erin chat about their own experiences with that post-Mock feeling, coping with failure, and how best to use your time between here and June.
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The Studyclix Podcast is back!
Luke is joined by Andy and Erin to chat about their experiences with the Mocks and the realistic advice they have for students facing those exams right now.
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Luke from Studyclix chatted to Fiona Kelly, head of marketing ATU who is also an expert in the CAO!
They chatted about everything from important dates to know to how to pick the right course for you.
ATU are hosting open days in Donegal, Galway and Sligo in January, head to ATU.ie/opendays for more information -
Luke chats with Zainab, a third-year student in ATU Galway studying Computing and Digital Media, to find out more about her course, and what her tips are for students trying to decide what course is right for them.
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Luke chats with Siobhán Egan, a first year student in ATU Donegal studying Athletic Therapy & Exercise Rehabilitation, to find out more about her course, campus life at ATU Donegal, and tips for what questions students should ask when they go to open days.
Find out more at https://www.atu.ie/study-at-atu/open-days -
Luke chats with Jesus Quaye Saya, a 4th-year Marketing student at ATU Sligo, to find out about his course, how he came to choose it, and tips he'd give students filling out their CAO application form.
Find out more at https://www.atu.ie/study-at-atu/open-days -
Luke chats with Paul Boyle, a 1st-year Psychology student at ATU Sligo, to find out about his course, how he came to choose it, and what campus life is like at ATU Galway & Mayo!
Find out more at https://www.atu.ie/study-at-atu/open-days -
Luke chats with Shauna Cullen, a 1st-year Clinical Measurement Physiology student at ATU Sligo, to find out about her course, how she came to choose it, and what campus life is like at ATU Sligo!
Find out more at https://www.atu.ie/study-at-atu/open-days -
Luke chats with Ashleigh White, a 1st year English and Communications student at ATU Donegal, to find out about her course, how she came to choose it, and what campus life is like at ATU Donegal!
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Caoimhe Curran, one week out from sitting her Leaving Cert, joined Luke & Nessa on The Studyclix Podcast!
We get Caoimhe's perspective on how she feels about Leaving Cert at this stage, her experience with the last few weeks of school, and how she handles stress so close to exams.
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Danielle McFadden joined Nessa & Luke on the Studyclix Podcast this week!
If you're on social media you're probably already familiar with Danielle. She’s established a huge following on Instagram & TikTok as a positive force of energy and advocate for sport and exercise.
She sat her Leaving Cert in 2022 and worked hard to get into a course she now loves, Physiotherapy in RCSI.
We talk to Danielle about choosing a college course, the differences between school and college, and how to live your best life while facing exams.
Whether you’re sitting the Leaving Cert this year or you're a 1st year just looking to get through summer exams, this podcast is packed with the study tips and motivation you need!
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To go hand in hand with last week's podcast, here's our episode on Time Management.
It's another questions we get asked a lot at Studyclix. When the clock is ticking and there's only do much you can do with the time you have left, how you balance everything?
In this episode we talk about how to approach time management based on your own personal circumstances and the different techniques you can apply to make sure you're studying as efficiently as possible.
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— Links mentioned —
Studyclix Planner Template
https://www.studyclix.ie/blog/study-planners-and-notes-templates
Time Management blog:
https://www.studyclix.ie/blog/maximise-your-study-master-your-time-management-and-prioritisation-skills
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There are techniques you can use to structure your work and help you study smarter and at this point in the school year, this is what you want!
In the Studyclix inboxes, we're constantly getting asked how you should be prioritising your work and how you can structure your study.
Today we talk about 3 of the most well-known prioritisation techniques developed by productivity experts, and how you can apply them to prepare for your exams.
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— Link to Youtube Video —
https://youtu.be/VBUP8Tuy7Tk
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— Timecodes —
2:00 Why Prioritisation can help you reduce stress:
6.27: Eisenhower Matrix
14.39: Ivy Lee Method
20.30: 1-3-5 method
25:05: Tangent about synthesis and multiplications
28:10 - Discussion of the best of the 3 techniques
30:35: Question 1: I have so much to do, how can I get everything done using these techniques?
34:03 - Question 2: How do I know what to prioritise?
36.52 - Question 3: How do I know how much time to spend on each task?
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— Links —
Prioritisation Blog on Studyclix:
https://www.studyclix.ie/blog/maximise-your-study-master-your-time-management-and-prioritisation-skills
Study Planners:
https://www.studyclix.ie/blog/brand-new-study-planners-and-notes-templates
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