The document outlines 20 study habits that are employed by highly successful students at West Thames College. These habits include taking notes in every lesson, buying textbooks recommended by teachers, using study time effectively to complete assignments, setting SMART goals for assignments, taking regular breaks, asking for help when struggling, organizing notes and handouts, getting enough sleep, exercise, and nutrition, not procrastinating, and attending every lesson. Developing these effective study habits is key to achieving success in one's course and beyond.

1. The 20 habits of
successful students

2. At West Thames
College, we
know that the
vast majority of
successful
students achieve
their success by
developing and
applying
effective study
habits.

3. • . Here are the top
20 study habits
employed by
highly successful
students at the
college.

4. If you want to
achieve success
on your course
and beyond,
don't get
discouraged,
don't give up,
just work to
develop each of
the following
study habits.

5. Take notes in every lesson

6. Buy a text book
recommended by your
teachers

7. Use ilearn time effectively to
complete your assignments

8. Set yourself a SMART target
for completing each
assignment

9. Give yourself a pat on the
back after finishing each
assignment

10. Create a quiet place at home
to study.

11. Turn off the phone, TV, and
other devices that may
disturb you when studying.

12. Listen to soft music or other
white noise while studying.

13. Take regular breaks, like 5
minutes every half hour.

14. Complete your assignments as
soon as they are set (don't
wait until the last minute).

15. Spend the most time on
assignments that you find
most difficult.

16. Ask for help if you are
struggling with something.

17. Organize session hand-outs
and notes in a folder.

18. .
Read your notes before
starting an assignment

19. Get into a good sleep routine

20. Make sure you get regular
exercise

21. Eat a nutritious breakfast

22. Do not procrastinate

23. Attend every lesson

24. If there is a problem speak to
your SLA, college counsellor
or your doctor.