Staying Organised for A-levels // Cambridge Student

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=== Links ===
- Paper Planner: github.com/RehmanAmjad/a-leve... (press download in the top right)
- A-level Notion Template: ramjad.notion.site/78b4d38fd4...
- Past Paper Tracker: docs.google.com/spreadsheets/...
- Folding the Paper Planner: • How to Fold a Piece of...
- Studying Effectively for GCSE's & A-levels Series: • Studying Effectively f...
=== Timestamps ===
00:00 - Introduction
00:22 - Motivation Behind the System
01:05 - Outline of the System
01:36 - Paper Planner
03:57 - Advantages Over To-Do Apps
05:13 - Daily Folder
06:18 - Refill Pads
07:50 - Archival System
08:52 - Notion Board
12:22 - Past Paper Tracker
13:20 - Conclusion

[@Endiiii]

Looks like a genius, speaks like a genius and most definitely is a genius.

[@krischari635]

literally

[@rinnniiiii]

Normally when I click on a video that says how I achieved all A*s or tips from an A* student I find myself feeling quite overwhelmed but you explained this in such a straightforward and accessible way. I'm going into sixth form in September so I will find this video super useful, thanks for sharing your tips!

[@juiceuf3569]

I needed this since I’m just starting A-levels, thanks mate :)

[@sophiia]

hows it going (:

[@juiceuf3569]

@@sophiia bloody hell I forgot about this °-°, it’s going prettttyy well thanks. Not exactly 4 A*’s but I’m happy with the progress

[@sophiia]

@@juiceuf3569 congratsss!! u will do great ;D

[@juiceuf3569]

@@sophiia gonna turn it into a convo in the KZbin comments 💀 how about YOU? HOWS SCHOOL GOIN HOMIE

[@sophiia]

@@juiceuf3569 i start yr 12 in september but i watched this cuz im NERVOUS.

[@wasd4542]

That paper planner changed my revision game big time. Really useful.

[@Finnian49]

This video is very helpful and you’re very kind to put your time into developing it

[@QuaternionPhysics1]

What a coincidence this came out just before starting A-Levels :) Thanks

[@kela8770]

After binge watching so many a level videos this is by far the most helpful and straightforward thank you so much!!

[@cush9539]

Goes to Cambridge but uses Oxford refill pads… this guy is a savage

[@RAmjad]

😂😂😂

[@astudentstudying6199]

Congrats on 4k🙌

[@RAmjad]

Thank you so much!!

[@ree3762]

Wow! The timing of this video is amazing

[@taharauf7775]

I don't know how people manage to be this organized massive props. I used to be a very very good student (A* student) up until just before A2 and since A2 started i basically lost all my motivation to study and stopped caring at all about my grades and was happy to get just the bare minimum grades to get into the uni of my choice. i do miss that diligent student within me that could spend entire days just studying and doing amazing, nowadays its a rare occasion that i even study a little bit :/

[@user-si3jr3nn7o]

Omg I’m going through the same😩

[@cccccc9418]

Catch up on track It ALWAYS POSSIBLE. It not your situation that count but what you do with this situation.

[@kaa5902]

This is me rn I don't know how to go back to the diligent first year of alevel student I was

[@Sohamsta]

Saviour! And congratulations on 6k!!

[@justAnotherPunck]

This video has just made me 'trust him with my education', I literally refer to his channel for almost anything. thanks mate

[@shaukatmahmood2264]

Good luck with your education - hopefully your working career you can put your knowledge into practice and never be afraid of thinking outside the box and you will find your working life is very different from your academic life.

[@shush6435]

This was really useful I think most of our problems comes from wasting time and not be efficient enough when it comes to revision or work and I think you confirmed that for us all😂

[@KeplerComet]

Great video! Really useful tips that I'm 100% going to start using

[@gvoedits]

Been waiting on this

[@alexis5249]

Thank you for the vid, Ray

[@Jubair194]

Wow Ray, great work! You got randomly suggested on my feed, you must be doing something right!

[@sophiasyed6363]

best timing ever! I’m starting year 13 tomorrow and I’m terrified haha

[@xixx19]

Imagine being terrified at studies lol. Just put in the work and trust god. Life is short

[@peeper2070]

@@xixx19 You don’t even have to be religious to think that everything in life is pointless. It’s all the same- you could get 4A*s and into Oxford and the person behind you in the exam hall could be homeless, but both of you could die in a terrorist attack 5 years later. But that does not mean life is pointless, it’s just we have to find our own meaning to life. Worrying too much and worrying too little are both tragic flaws of sentient beings. Anyway, I should probably watch the video.

[@xixx19]

@@peeper2070 Couldn't have said it better. 4A* or 4Us... You'll die one day. Might as well enjoy whatever comes.

[@bfzee9813]

@@xixx19 lol

[@alexvolpe04]

@@xixx19 a morbid but very truthful outlook

[@alexvolpe04]

Finished my second week at Year 13, going to use so much of your advice and hopefully ace Biology, Geog and Business

[@RAmjad]

Awesome, good luck!!

[@larastudy]

THANK YOUUU!!!❤️

[@reese1719]

Literally just about to start year 13 next week. I've given my self the goal of finishing the year with two grades higher than AS, which would be 2 A* and a B. Idk how that's gonna happen when my organisation skills is zero and my memory and discipline is on par with my tennis skills - which is terrible. So having said that, I'm gonna watch this video and give it some actual serious thought. Thanks in advance.

[@veisnthere9]

bro im swearing by this paper planner ive used it for like a couple of days AND DAMN i have to thank you omg :D

[@bryannaing6316]

Honestly, having daily goals on paper is so simple yet so genius. Personally, I have a lot of issues following specific study times because I'm generally really lax about time management, so a start time of 6:00 can easily get procrastinated to 7:00. This is coupled with how when I DO start doing something, I find it really hard to stop myself for anything (except using the bathroom), and that kind of makes me not want to start doing anything, especially on big tasks. In addition to that, I also generally have no clue where to start, making me less likely to start even more, and all those factors combined result in a horrible study plan. However, by breaking tasks into smaller daily goals (which I really should've done earlier), it's going to be way more lenient being lax with my time management, as well as making me much more likely to complete tasks, since it's smaller to complete. Also, on paper I don't have to keep swapping tabs or turning on my phone to check, since I can just flick my head. TL;DR I'm bad at studying and these tips might fit my general study approach way better

[@RAmjad]

That's awesome! I tried to use a timetable but always struggle to stick to it. I'd go to the toilet for 20 minutes and my schedule would be ruined 😂

[@bryannaing6316]

@@RAmjad The toilet is a nemesis lol

[@RAmjad]

@@bryannaing6316 😂😂

[@samihrahman1527]

Really nice video

[@mikeoxlong4043]

watching this the night before by test :)

[@lucadev8596]

Hi Ray just a quick question, what were the exam boards that you used for your a levels? Btw this video is really helpful for all the new year 12s!!! :)

[@RAmjad]

Hi, I did AQA for Maths, Further Maths, Physics and OCR A for Chemistry

[@udokafintelmann6803]

Notification gang

[@chow4253]

I always revise like this but then when it comes to assessments the topics are not what I expected and they are harder than what I practice

[@devkothari645]

I wish this video was streamed 2 years ago, 2 saal se aisa kuch khoj raha hoo!

[@PhoebeJones]

great vid Content :)

[@krishfnm8449]

Helpful video

[@thomsonjoy228]

Could you give an example of the types of tasks? Like the size and type, as I am not sure how to split them.

[@SS-kp7hw]

His mother must be so proud

[@hafizx9007]

Just a quick question: How many hours of revision do you recommend putting in at Yr 13, my school recommends doing 30 hours however I believe that that is a little too much. What do you think?

[@JL-ky3zm]

Doesn’t matter how many hours it is, it just depends on the quality of revision. It could be 30 minutes of Anki some nights or 2 hours of practise papers. You can’t set a time limit as it doesn’t allow you to fully focus, as you’ll constantly be focused on the time. Hope this makes sense

[@hafizx9007]

@@JL-ky3zm Thank you so much for your reply. Quite insightful.

[@michaelhaney9432]

You get out what you put in, A levels are the easiest part of getting into cambridge (if that's what your after). The most work goes into perfecting the personal statement and moving onto interview. Consistancy is king doing just an hour a night, every night on varying subjects using good revision techniques will stand you in better stead than nearly every other student in the country.

[@anisvalimbe5480]

So long as you are making progress, go for the number of hours you want.

[@tahmid6117]

Mine also recommends between 27-30 hours, but quality over quantity as you may know. For example in a day when you don't have school you could do: 2-3 hours past papers/Questions papers about a topic, 1-2h Flashcards, 1-2h Reading the revision guide and watch videos about something you didnt understand. You could change the hours also.

[@Kamil_101]

How did you make flashcards for maths? Was it just like rules and formulas? Thanks for the 'remastered' vid :)

[@RAmjad]

Kinda! You can actually check out the flashcards I made for maths and further maths to get an idea here: github.com/RehmanAmjad/a-level-resources

[@lesleytulley]

Thanks for this video. It is really useful. Would the same flashcards work for EdExcel for maths and physics or are they board specific? @@RAmjad

[@samuelhagan6957]

Nice video. Also could you make a video on how to make the past paper tracker

[@RAmjad]

I'll try to make one sometime this week and upload it Unlisted and add it to the description of this video so do check back

[@The786legend]

Nice video ali

[@jacobsherran]

I wish I was this organised when I was 17

[@Dark_kittens123]

Nice vid! What advice would you give for starting a level chemistry?

[@abdulakram2798]

Past paper questions are essential

[@oliver9174]

past paper and anki flashcards

[@suprvrse]

Could you make a video saying which Cambridge college to choose? Or tell em where to find out more?

[@RAmjad]

Hi, I kinda answered that question on my website here: rayamjad.com/faq-applying/

[@bootatoboo]

I got no As in school but I'm graduating med school next year AND doing my USMLE. School was really just to help you find the right way to study. nothing big. not even university grades are that important, after graduation what will matter most is how and what you've done to contribute to the community (doesn't apply to all fields). you could grad university with a thousand As by spending 100% of your time doing so, but someone with a bit more researches that you with a couple As only will actually get the job instead of you. wish people knew the reality behind school and university systems and how people actually get a job way sooner. wish I didn't waste all my mental energy trying so hard to get 100 instead of 99 on school work, it means nothing academically, only implies personal improvement. good luck to everyone.

[@sicxspartan5284]

Great vid! What did you get in you GCSEs?

[@RAmjad]

Hi, I ended up with 7 A*'s and 3 A's at GCSE (A's being in French, English Literature and Astronomy)

[@mepz.]

Do you have any specific tips for maths/physics for getting an A/A* and also feel like I don't have enough Time to make physics notes, computer notes and past papers for all these and also maths along with homework and also to upgrade any other tests. I'll try printing the to do list but would you recommend anything else to help combat this?

[@RAmjad]

I will be uploading a remastered version of my maths and physics A* A-level videos in which I'll give some more specific tips. As for timing, don't worry about having to make notes/flashcards on EVERYTHING. I did it because I had time but many people only make them on the topics they're the most confused about (because making the notes/flashcards helps to provide them clarity) or what they feel most likely to forget.

[@unaestrella1876]

I just started my A levels, I've been doing work for 2 weeks now. I use notebooks instead of folders, is this a bad idea or is it fine? I have a thin plastic folder with paper just in case and I have 3 A4 folders at home for exam papers. So far it's working out great but I'm not sure if I will run into any problems in the future. With the planning thing I just have a planner but I probably should organise this better for a task to do each day. I'll try your sheet out and see how it works out!

[@leresnipez9647]

You should probably have a large folder for each subject with dividers for each topic because there is a lot of content

[@unaestrella1876]

@@leresnipez9647 thanks! I do have a large folder for each subject, but I don't bring them to school. I'll probably get some dividers so I can put some content in there if I need to. Like practicals for biology or something, and exam papers. I'll probably get new note books once they run out and label the content.

[@annajones9701]

Is hard to balance physical sport, weight training and academic. I usually find I can only focus to excel in one or other at a time.

[@RAmjad]

I have met a bunch of people here at Cambridge who did plenty of sports before coming to university so I think it should be possible. But it can depend on a lot of small things (eg, how far it is from the nearest sporting facility, subjects you're studying, the revision techniques you're using). As for how to actually do it, I have no idea because I didn't do much sports myself 😅 But using effective revision techniques can free up a bunch of time (because you can achieve the same grades with less time) and being organised is a great place to start

[@annajones9701]

@@RAmjad True. I never thought about the revision technique in reducing the time as I spent far too long studying when should have looked at how to use that time in best way to achieve the results.

[@gopalgeorge3632]

How do you think outside the box RAMJAD, which leads to success

[@RAmjad]

I don't think that I think outside the box? Hmm, I think that if I do then it largely comes down to reading about interesting ideas and speaking to people about ideas and going on walks to give myself time to think. I don't think there is a secret formula or source but I find speaking to people to be the most valuable of the three

[@haji5059]

Thank you so much Ray. I just want to ask what books should I buy for revision? I’m doing math biology chemistry and psychology.

[@missagyemang9407]

What exam board

[@haji5059]

@@missagyemang9407 so for maths I’m OCR and biology and chemistry is AQA

[@two697]

@@haji5059 just get the ones your teachers recommend you

[@haji5059]

@@two697 yeah I’m about to buy them rn actually. Thank you

[@shaziasaeed3824]

Even if you didn't told us. You got 4As. We could've figured it out by your face

[@jamalsafeer7405]

what is the practical endorsment section of your a level board, how do you use that to help yopu learn?, im gona be picking a level biology so if i can use it there it will be very helpful thankss

[@RAmjad]

Ah, it didn't really help much - I just liked it being there and seeing what practical endorsements that I had done and which I had left to do 😅

[@marzuqjanwar6247]

Is physicsanmaths a good revision guide and past paper source?

[@gaanavmanyam9214]

How many new anki flashcards do recommend going for each subject per day?

[@RAmjad]

Hi, so Anki has a limit of 20 new cards per deck per day which seems perfectly fine to me but on days when I'm particularly bored or I made a lot of flashcards that weekend then I would go through a little extra

[@Hey-wj2gl]

I downloaded the past paper tracker how do I change the notes when you hover over it. ‘Completed 45/60 marks’ etc

[@RAmjad]

Hi, I think that if you just right-click on the cell, there should be an option to delete or edit the note. If it's only to edit then try removing all the content of the note and hopefully that should work

[@ayisasirek7790]

The past paper planner only seems to have the chemistry bit, where can I get access to the maths and further maths ones you made as well?

[@RAmjad]

Ah so it's just to provide a template that you can make a copy of and edit yourself for your relevant subjects but if it's easier then I can try to add a maths and further maths section to it too

[@ayisasirek7790]

@@RAmjad yes please I would be super grateful!!

[@RAmjad]

@@ayisasirek7790 I just added it - hopefully that helps a little more!

[@user-iz8xe5pf2q]

Only me will do 100% online lesson in my first a level term due to my visa. I am worried about only me is in online. I experienced that online lesson has many difficulties such as question during the lesson or concerns etc. After all, I'm always waiting your 📹 🎥

[@ayisasirek7790]

Did you make physical flashcards after every lesson or anki flashcards?

[@RAmjad]

Ah so I just make Anki flashcards on the weekend - I talked a little bit about the whole process in my A-level workflow video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/g32sd62AYtt-q9U

[@manya6058]

I guess I prefer notes rather than flash cards. I often divide them up into sections so they are through yet concise at the same time. Is there a particular reason you like flash cards better?

[@RAmjad]

Yup! Flashcards are fantastic because of active recall and spaced repetition both of which I have videos about kzbin.info/www/bejne/pn26mGVqZseWpM0 and kzbin.info/www/bejne/iqnXdpmXob-Lhrs and there is a fantastic app called Anki which combines them both which I'd highly recommend checking out. There's so much science that's gone into it and it makes revision so much simpler!

[@manya6058]

@@RAmjad Thanks, I will definitely make some flash cards now. I understand the premise behind it. Do you have a free alternative recommendation for Anki?

[@edboss36]

@@manya6058 anki is free. You can download it on your computer

[@RAmjad]

@@manya6058 Oh Anki is completely free. It's just the iOS app is annoyingly paid for (worth every penny though!) but you can instead use the web version to go over flashcards when on the go which I kinda explained in my videos "Learn Anki in 15 Minutes" (I think?)

[@angelseok8034]

i have prelims tomorrow thanks for this

[@joelmacinnes2391]

In September?

[@varunv2584]

Hi please respond, is it possible to take a double degree of physics and nursing at Cambridge? Also I'm studying the British textbook "advanced physics for you" and I can't always answer the "further questions on..." section. Is it alright if I can't?

[@RAmjad]

Hi, I don't think double degrees are possible at Cambridge (I may be wrong but do check on the website). And I don't think it matters too much, you will get better with more practice. You may even find yourself getting better at taking a decent stab at the questions

[@varunv2584]

@@RAmjad you said at the start of the video that you are doing Physics at uni. Is it much more difficult than Physics at A levels or is it one step harder?

[@azizabdul5245]

Hey Ray, can you make some more uni related videos

[@azizabdul5245]

Like how you studied effectively in uni (unless of course you did the same thing as you did in A-levels)

[@RAmjad]

For sure! I'm planning to make a few later this month when university is back in season - got two more A-level related ones to release first

[@jahdz4244]

Would you say this system still helps you at uni? Or is it different

[@RAmjad]

Kinda, there are some aspects of it that I still use like the archival system and daily folder to help me organise sheets. The Notion board doesn't work too well because some courses are huge and really difficult to break down into smaller chunks and you don't even have to know every part of the course. I haven't put too much effort into solving this issue but I can make a video later this month on how I study for university exams if that sounds interesting?

[@jahdz4244]

@@RAmjad 100% I would love to watch that, feel like adjusting to uni has been a lot harder for me

[@aao7785]

You could get into Cambridge based on a photo alone lol

[@ryou6453]

not necessarily aiming for oxbridge but cheers

[@gloshiv2381]

international A-level exams are starting in a month. Any last minute tips?

[@RAmjad]

Do lots of past papers if you haven't already and remember to take enough time inbetween past papers to iron out any final misunderstandings but GOOD LUCK - YOU'VE GOT THIS 🔥🔥

[@gloshiv2381]

@@RAmjad 🔥🔥❤️thanks man!!

[@boxingboxingboxing99]

I feel like I’m watching the next prime minister or something ahahaha

[@tyy4635]

If I did this I'd easily get an A*A*A*. Unfortunately, I missed my chance... Still in uni tho... Somehow. I'm breezing through life with no stress, it's kinda boring, but not worrisome. :D I'd follow this if you're the kind of person who wants to be successful, if not.. just don't study and focus on sleep cuz you won't be sleeping during the exams until results day. I've found out that you can get a good job with EEE grades, just takes longer, but no stress.

[@forreal2009]

Your intelligence is Making me insecure. You sound like a genius 😗but really helpful video

[@kingfire7093]

Do you offer 1-2-1 tutoring my daughter needs help with her a levels.

[@enochhumphreymensah]

Can you do some content for uni students please?

[@RAmjad]

For sure! I'll be releasing that around mid September when most universities start

[@enochhumphreymensah]

@@RAmjad Thanks a lot

[@anisvalimbe5480]

This video found me. I really have poor time management skills. Thanks

[@jauhar9017]

Do you still use this organisation system fo uni?

[@RAmjad]

Kinda! I do use the folder for courses but I usually have a loose understanding / routine of what to be doing everyday that I don't resort to using the paper-based planner too much. Some weeks when I feel particularly busy then I will but other weeks not so much (especially during the first few weeks of term when things are a little slow). University is a little hectic and with tons of events going on or randomly having friends visit at 10pm or visiting them can throw a few work-related plans out-of-whack but it's fine 😅

[@lynettexuan3794]

Hi Raj, I really wish to know what’s the A-Level requirement to enter Cambridge University? I did 4 subjects for AS and doing 3 in A2. Is it possible for Cambridge to accept me? Hahah

[@RAmjad]

Hi, it depends on the subject that you're applying for. I would recommend looking at Cambridge's undergraduate courses website here: www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/courses And then looking at the entry requirements there

[@lynettexuan3794]

@@RAmjad wow Raj, thank you so much! 😊😊

[@lynettexuan3794]

@@izcreations fml it’s Ray 💀💀💀

[@lynettexuan3794]

@@izcreations I think I’m Ray’s best friend coz he didn’t correct me at all 😂😮‍💨😮‍💨👍🏽👍🏽☠️

[@junaidhussain7339]

Meanwhile I'm in year 2 of uni tryna sort out my organisation 😂

[@anik1125]

Hi Raj, My Name is anik i want to ask which website are best for gcse and year 9, please can you tell me please....

[@RAmjad]

Hi, it's been almost 4 years since I've done my GCSE's now so am not entirely sure or think I remember what I used 😅 I would recommend doing a bit of googling online and finding a few rsources you like and sticking to it

[@Zaina56]

Dont u have a notion for maths, u have it only for physics and chemistry?

[@RAmjad]

Nope, I found math to have too many topics and sub-topics. Besides, the Notion was only for tracking what topics I've done and had made notes and flashcards on

[@Zaina56]

@@RAmjad Thanks a lot, did you make flashcards on maths, and also how were your notes organised for maths?

[@RAmjad]

I didn’t make many flashcards. I think most of my flashcards were on Statistics because some questions required precise wording to get the marks. I think maths is one of the subjects where it’s harder to make flashcards for (besides for some proofs or tricks that are helpful) and it’s better to focus on doing questions

[@Zaina56]

Thanks,was very helpful@@RAmjad

[@sebbydudie237]

Just found that you went to my sixth form! Im starting this year,any top tips?

[@RAmjad]

Hi, I think I've covered most of my tips in my video with Udoka here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/anS4gZaiZ8dnnM0 Nothing else immediately springs to mind but I'll let you know if it does (or make another video about it 😅)

[@pavlezakaidze]

Of course you got A levels.

[@stephencastillo]

i use my frees to edit videos D:

[@ollie2717]

What a levels did you do?

[@RAmjad]

Maths, Further Maths, Physics and Chemistry

[@ollie2717]

@@RAmjad nice 👍

[@luven1514]

why does this guy look like simon from htgawm

[@ysaxperiau]

Ali Abdaal 2.0

[@ashenperera3523]

I would just say PAST PAPERS for more than 6 hours a day😅

[@two697]

That's a bit excessive

[@BlindKid4]

time doesn't matter at all, just aim for a certain amount of papers (like three a day or something like that) and try to hit that mark. If you fail (either because you either took too long or you didn't really feel like studying) don't beat yourself over it just call it a day and move along. Be sure to NOT feel guilty about it at all so that time spent being unproductive at least freshens you up for the next day. If you're like me and can't study for long periods of time then dont take break days at all and make sure to hit 3 hours of studying at least on days when you REEEEAAAAALLY dont feel like studying at all.

[@EvilMetanoia]

IRS

[@samirahman7554]

your voice sounds like Hritik Roshan

[@azrivansolo]

Ali Express Ali Abdaal

[@PSYCHO-im8ht]

Do u watch anime ?

[@RAmjad]

Somewhat! I've seen most of the popular ones like Attack on Titan and Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood but haven't seen anything for the last five months or so

[@jordanabbotty5402]

Organisation = setting yourself up for a boring life with no surprises

[@nikiniewerth8148]

Everybody here i failing at this aha!

[@oliver9174]

u honestly could just re upload the video u did before and no one would notice

[@RAmjad]

Ahaha, I was pretty disappointed by the video and audio quality so figured that I'd remake it 😅

[@pedro6636]

Now give us guys tips on women 😂

[@awais105794]

Suggestion: What is your beginning and what are you focusing at? What ado you want to say? What are you saying? Highlight your intro with clarity. Don't look like self-centered. Your gestures don't match with your words at all. Your facial gestures feel like you're so sleepy.

[@ellyvatedaf]

A levels is nothing compared to university lol

[@amazingworld6047]

Yar Urdu bolo taki hamy samj ajaye

[@omarkhan2542]

🤦just study bruh

[@Ninjukken]

why is this nerd on my recommendations