How do you survive GDL?

How to survive the GDL

1. Work out how you will be assessed – and study accordingly. Different modules are assessed in different ways.
2. Go to your lectures and tutorials.
3. Practice, practice, practice.
4. Other ways to broaden your knowledge.
5. Keep your career goals in mind.
6. Use your law school’s facilities.
7. Look after yourself.

How do I make a revision schedule?

1. Step 1 – Figure Out How Much Time You Have To Revise.
2. Step 2 – Prioritise Your Subjects/Topics.
3. Step 3 – Break Subjects Into Topics.
4. Step 4 – Allocate 30 Minute Time Slots To Revise.
5. Step 5 – What To Do Within Each Revision Session.
6. Step 6 – Stay Flexible.
7. Step 7 – Make your timetable achievable.

How can I make my study time table perfect?

1. PLAN A SCHEDULE OF BALANCED ACTIVITIES.
2. PLAN ENOUGH TIME FOR STUDYING EACH SUBJECT.
3. STUDY AT A SET TIME AND IN A CONSISTENT PLACE.
4. STUDY AS SOON AFTER YOUR CLASS AS POSSIBLE.
5. UTILIZE ODD HOURS DURING THE DAY FOR STUDYING.
6. LIMIT YOUR STUDY TIME TO NO MORE THAN 2 HOURS ON ANY ONE COURSE AT ONE TIME.

Is it hard to fail the GDL?

It doesn’t matter how clever you think you are, if you haven’t done serious revision on the GDL then you won’t get a Distinction. It is difficult to fail the GDL if you’ve done the work. You have to be lazy and an idiot to fail. I suspect you may be surprised by your results.

Is the GDL really hard?

Well, I have done the GDL – it isn’t easy. It’s intense with a high workload. Yes, some areas you will find easier than others, but some you are bound to find more challenging. I don’t know anyone who has done it who found it easy.

What is the most effective revision technique?

When you are revising, short study sessions followed by short naps are considered one of the best ways to learn. You read that right – it’s actually beneficial to take naps. The brain processes information while sleeping so a well revised topic will be easier to recall if you sleep on it.

What is a good mark in GDL?

The GDL pass rate is 40%. A score of between 60-70% will earn you a commendation, and 70% and above will gain you that coveted distinction.

Do people fail the GDL?

What is the best time for revision?

Best time to study or revise is in the dawn of the day of your exam, from 3 to 5 AM . it’s highly recommended and really makes it easier to remember everything you’ve studied, and improves your grades.

What is the GDL like to study?

I found the GDL much more structured than my university degree (BA in French and Linguistics). Because you’re essentially cramming the seven core modules from a law degree into one year, the GDL is very regimented to ensure you get through it all.

Who are the founders of the GDL Academy?

It was founded by a group of friends who studied the GDL at the College of Law (now, University of Law) before they went on to qualify with Ashurst, Dentons, Linklaters and Mayer Brown.

Is the GDL good for Law School?

The GDL is really good preparation for a career in law. The skills you need to employ to succeed are the same as those which a trainee solicitor or barrister require. Firstly, effective time management is hugely important.

Should you take time off from revision on weekends?

By taking time off at the weekend, you make sure that you return to revision refreshed and ready to work. Remember that this is just an example revision calendar. You know how best you work and a what times you are most productive.