Designed for proactive students to get better grades
Learn how our Academic program can help you cover more content, retain more, and perform better in exams (with less wasted time while studying).
Our program is designed around 3 pillars...
These 3 pillars help you take the skills and techniques we teach you and apply them to your own studying.
Pillar 1: Learn the methods and skills of studying like a "genius"
We teach you how the brain likes to learn, which means you can start fine-tuning your study methods to utilise your brain's strengths and cover it's weaknesses.
30+ techniques taught over 70+ hours of lessons and demonstrations.
Techniques cover 5 key evidence-based dimensions of deep processing, self-regulation, retrieval, self-management, and mindset.
Pillar 2: Apply what you've learned in your studying
After each technique, you go and use it during your regular studying. This happens offline by following the instructions we give you for each technique.
Improve focus and eliminate procrastination with techniques like BEDS-M and the PEER-peer system.
Develop new habits faster with the V-ABC framework, conscious competence model, and "stacking" marginal gains.
Improve retention and depth of knowledge with cognitive load regulation, the Traffic-Light System of learning, and our famous Bear-Hunter System (no bears are harmed).
Pillar 3: Improve, review, and get feedback on your work
After attempting each technique, review how your study sessions went and make the necessary adjustments and optimisations to master the technique.
Receive personalised advice and feedback on your studying methods by our coaches and community.
Learn to coach yourself with our Modified Kolb's cycle.
Prevent common mistakes with our dozens of quizzes and interactive challenges.
What you can expect
Personalised learner diagnostic
Find your learning habits, strengths and weaknesses with our evidence-based learner diagnostic assessment.
Personalised learning report
Tailored recommendations to make the biggest improvements to your learning ability
Scores for each of your five learning dimensions
Track your progress by retaking this assessment every 2 to 3 months.
Structured lessons and step-by-step instructions
Learn every learning and self-management technique you'll ever need in a step-by-step curriculum spanning a decade of research of experimentation.
70+ lessons and demonstrations, organised from highest to lowest yield (benefit on learning efficiency vs. effort to learn)
Step-by-step instructions for each technique
Interactive checkpoints, challenges and quizzes
All techniques covered (click to expand)
In addition to covering almost every situation and challenge a learner can face, every technique has been tested and refined to seamlessly enhance other techniques to prevent technique overwhelm.
Learning skills:
Spaced interleaved retrieval
Collecting and processing
Non-linear note-taking
Prestudy guidelines
Exam preparation and execution (MR FIG and Silly Mistake Syndrome)
Microlearning
Traffic light system and order control
Forming a prioritised backbone for chunking in schema formation
Bear Hunter System (BHS)
GRINDE-mapping
Hipshot (advanced variation of BHS)
Modified method of loci and link methods
Active flashcard management and rule of 3
Recall variations
Revision guidelines
Whole-Part-Whole reteaching strategy
Multi-pass study system for cramming
Enabler skills:
Adjusting for hyperdistractability
Calendar scheduling
Effective time management principles
Timeblocking
Timeboxing
Eisenhower matrix (and urgency trapping)
V-ABC for behavioural change and habit formation
BEDS-M and motivation enhancement
Learning to enter the learning zone
Marginal gains (tracking and stacking)
Modified Kolb's experiential learning cycle
Effective goal setting and reverse goal setting
Environmental optimisation and intention setting
Cognitive switching penalty
Priority 0+1 System
PEER-peer system
Growth mindset development
OFF-rest timing for work-rest timing
Eat the frog
Two-minute rule
Decisional delays and flow state
Thousands of dollars of live support and coaching (for free)
Make learning to learn easier than it's ever been with constant access to support, feedback, and guidance.
Live interactive workshops by Dr Justin Sung every month (and access to 50+ previous workshop recordings)
Hundreds of support articles for instant solutions to common technique challenges
24/7 access to our coaching and support team to get personalised feedback and support as you learn each technique
It's not easy, bit it is worth it
Learning how to learn effectively is something that we should have been taught to do during school. This course by Dr Justin Sung delves deep into the nitty gritty of why you can remember some things with ease and some go in one ear and out the other whilst teaching you techniques to ensure you can cover all bases of learning that cover all different types of knowledge.
There is a fantastic active community who help each other along the journey providing counsel. I've returned to uni after over a decade and am able to perform better than ever whilst still being early in the course.
Liam B.
AU - June 16 2023, via Trustpilot
Honestly this course changed my life
Honestly this course changed my life, I always felt like i was missing something then i stumbled on my very first Justin Tik tok, which led me to his ted talk that really resonated with me, leading to hours and hours spent going through just all his youtube videos, later to the course.
My grades and understanding and every study time and exponentially improve. Take the chance and buy the course.
Zoey J.
US - Nov 10, 2023 via Trustpilot
One year program (20% new launch sale)
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does it work for my subject/curriculum?
Our program is suitable for a very wide range of domains and circumstances. This is because the techniques are built on fundamental methods of human processing (rather than superficial tips).
For subjects:
It is most effective for subjects that are heavy, conceptual or detailed.
sciences
medicine
maths
anatomy
philosophy
english
economics
law/politics
coding
It is least effective for highly procedural or skill-based domains such as music performance, dance and (partially) languages.
For curriculums:
The program is suitable for any academic curriculum as long as it involves declarative knowledge. Our learners commonly study:
MCAT
IGCSE/GCSE
A-levels
IB
USMLE
UPSC
JEE
NEET
Professional learners commonly study:
CA/CPA/CFA
Medical and surgical training exams
Software engineering certifications
Post-graduate study
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
Can I complete this program during holidays/break?
It takes time to learn new skills. That's why holidays or breaks are an ideal time to start this program. It's better to learn to swim before you're already drowning! Read our article here on how you can practice even when you aren't studying any active material.
How long does it take to see results?
Most learners see improvements within 2 to 4 weeks. This continues for months, depending on the level of practice. If you have an exam within the next 2 weeks, we recommend you start this program after your exam.
What academic ability and level do I need to be for this program?
The program is designed to meet you at your current level and upgrade you to the next. We have learners who are aiming to hit pass marks more confidently through to international top-ranked learners studying the most competitive programs in the world.
How is the program structured?
The program is divided into two main phases:
1. The High Yield Phase (4 to 8 weeks): Learn a series of impactful techniques you can apply immediately. These techniques lay the foundation for more extended techniques in the Growth Phase. You should see improvements in memory, depth of understanding and ability to apply knowledge week by week.
2. The Growth Phase (4 to 8 months): In this phase, you undergo gradual cognitive retraining. This is where your habits of processing and learning are slowly rewired. This phase is slower, and you can expect improvements on a fortnightly to monthly basis.
What can I expect when I join?
The program is designed to help you make the types of improvements that normally take years, in weeks to months. This is achieved by:
1. Giving you clear insight into what processes you need to optimise
2. Teaching relevant learning theory so you know how to optimise it
3. Providing actionable steps to translate this theory into practice, straight away
When you join, you'll complete a comprehensive, evidence-based diagnostic assessment. This will map your current learning strengths and weaknesses and give you personalised recommendations on how to improve.
Next, complete our recommended 30-day challenges and commence the High Yield phase of the program.
How much time do I need for iCanStudy?
We recommend spending approximately 20 to 30 minutes every 2 to 3 days to learn new theory. You can then practise the techniques and theories you learn by applying them during your normal studying/learning sessions. For more information, read our article here.
Which membership option should I choose? 4-Monthly or Yearly?
In general, we recommend the 4-monthly membership if you feel relatively confident in your learning and self-management skills or want to try out the program before committing further. However, keep in mind, to finish the entire program, learners typically take anywhere from 8 to 12 months to fully develop one's learning and self-management skills to its optimal level. Some learners also prefer the 12-monthly membership because they want to gain control over how their learn by taking more time to experiment, refine and gain more feedback from the program, which decreases the time pressure to upskill compared to a 4-monthly membership. Read this article for more advice regarding membership options.
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