Study smarter, stress less: Empowering your journey to exam success | South West England Chartered Accountants Student Society | 28 July 2026

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Feeling the pressure of upcoming exams? It’s time to shift your mindset from surviving to thriving.

Exam season can feel like a grueling marathon, but stress doesn’t have to be the enemy. When understood and channelled correctly, pressure can actually be harnessed as a tool for focus and peak performance.

Join SWECASS on 28 July 2026 for an uplifting, highly practical webinar designed to supercharge your exam preparation. Led by an expert in professional growth, this session looks beyond generic advice to give you actionable, real-world tools. You will learn how to optimise your study hours, calm your mind when anxiety spikes, and maintain your personal well-being without compromising your results.

Whether you are just starting your revision or are in the final countdown, this webinar will give you the confidence and clarity you need to succeed.

What the Session Will Cover

By investing just one hour in your mindset, you will walk away with a personalised toolkit to tackle your exams head-on:

• The science of stress | Understand what exam stress actually is, and how to identify the tipping point where it stops helping and starts hindering you.

• Anxiety-busting techniques | Learn immediate, practical exercises to calm physical panic and quiet a racing mind.

• High-impact study habits | Discover smart, evidence-based study techniques that save time and actually work.

• Holistic self-care | Master the art of looking after your physical and mental health during intense, high-stakes study blocks.

Meet Your Speaker

Sue Hill | Learning & Development Coordinator at Albert Goodman LLP

With years of experience guiding professionals and trainees through demanding qualifications, Sue specialises in unlocking personal potential. Her approach combines practical study methodologies with robust well-being strategies, ensuring you don't just pass your exams, but protect your mental health along the way.

Secure Your Place Today

Don't leave your exam performance to chance. Take control of your routine, prioritising your peace of mind while empowering your journey to success.

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Ruben Locke

• 01392 448893
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Abbey Short

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