ANNOUNCER: Section 3. You will hear two students called Dan and Jeannie discussing their studies at university. First, you have some time to look at questions 21 to 26. Now listen carefully and answer questions 21 to 26.

DAN: Hi, Jeannie. How’s it going?

JEANNIE: Oh, hello Dan. Pretty well, thanks. Have you managed to get the money for the course yet?

DAN: Yes, that’s all sorted out now. It took a long time though. Nearly a year ago I applied to my local council for a grant, and it took them six months just to refuse it.

JEANNIE: That’s really slow.

DAN: I also thought I was eligible for government funding, but I was mistaken. Then I asked my former company boss if they could sponsor me, and he agreed to make a financial contribution.

JEANNIE: What about college grants and scholarships?

DAN: They’re all quite small, so I decided not to apply unless I became desperate.

DAN: Eventually my parents helped me. At first they thought I should support myself because I already had a job, but in the end they took pity on me.

JEANNIE: That’s good news.

DAN: Now I can focus on meeting people. I haven’t had time for that yet.

JEANNIE: Why not join some college clubs?

DAN: You joined quite a few, didn’t you?

JEANNIE: Yes, I joined the drama club. Our first performance is next week, so we’re rehearsing constantly.

JEANNIE: I’m also hoping to take part in the spring production.

DAN: I’ve never liked acting. Are you involved in anything else?

JEANNIE: I enjoy singing, so I joined a music group. But I may leave after the next concert because the conductor doesn’t challenge us enough.

JEANNIE: I also joined the debating society, but with all the rehearsals I’ll probably have to give that up.

DAN: Do you play any sports?

JEANNIE: Yes, I’m on one of the hockey teams. I’m not very good, but I’d miss it if I stopped.

JEANNIE: I also started tennis, but it’s quite difficult because I’m not very fit.

DAN: I’ll probably avoid that then.

JEANNIE: I hope it will help improve my stamina, but it will take time.

DAN: Good luck.

JEANNIE: Thanks.

DAN: How are you finding the course?

JEANNIE: I wish we had more seminars.

DAN: Really? I think we already have too many.

DAN: I find them interesting, but sometimes I wonder if I’m clever enough for this course.

JEANNIE: I find them helpful because I can hear other people’s ideas and develop a deeper understanding of the subject.

DAN: How do you get on with your tutor?

JEANNIE: Mine is very demanding, but she gives a lot of feedback and advice.

JEANNIE: She’s helped me improve my essay writing and plan my revision for the end-of-year exams.

ANNOUNCER: Before you hear the rest of the discussion, you have some time to look at questions 27 to 30.

JEANNIE: First, you need to find out exactly what is required in the exams.

DAN: Would it help to look at past exam papers?

JEANNIE: Yes, they help clarify what topics are most important.

JEANNIE: After that, you can organize your revision priorities.

JEANNIE: I write the key topics on a card and read them regularly.

JEANNIE: You should also create a revision timetable so you know how to use your time effectively.

JEANNIE: It helps to divide revision into small tasks for each day.

JEANNIE: As I revise each topic, I write a short paragraph summary.

JEANNIE: Later I read it again quickly to help remember the key points.

JEANNIE: I also practise writing answers to exam questions.

DAN: That’s really helpful advice.

JEANNIE: No problem.

ANNOUNCER: That is the end of Section 3. You now have half a minute to check your answers.