Timed Essay Practice Strategy

The skills taught in this course — choosing a question, planning, arguing, signposting, engaging with counterarguments, using evidence, and writing with clarity — will only translate into a strong Section B performance if you practise them under realistic conditions. This final lesson provides a structured approach to building your essay-writing skills from untimed practice to full timed simulation.

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The Progression: From Untimed to Timed

Jumping straight into timed practice is a common mistake. Like any skill, essay writing under pressure should be developed gradually.

Phase 1: Untimed Practice (Weeks 1–2)

Goal: Focus on quality without worrying about speed.