u/Octopus_Barnacle_682

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BDS or BST

I’ve booked my BST exam (out of pocket) for September, this is a resit - I’ve always just missed the pass mark.
I’m going through a process at work where they’re deciding if I’ll get given another chance (a good chance they will) but it’s being delayed and I’m not going to find out by the exam date.
Not even sure if work will allow me to take the exam, but has anyone done the BDS exam? I’ve heard it’s time pressured and I guess the difference to BST is more calculations and 2 long qs instead of 3. Obviously it’s subjective but does anyone know if it’s harder - I’m considering if I should just take the BDS exam in December instead.

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u/Octopus_Barnacle_682 — 23 hours ago
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BST September exam

Got my BST exam in September, so roughly around 3 weeks left. Any advice on how I should go about revision? This is my resit and my plan is to just read through the qb to get the gist of how they answer q’s. Context: these waffling exams are my worst exams, I struggle with coming up with ideas on the spot and within that time limit. Any advice appreciated

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u/Octopus_Barnacle_682 — 3 days ago
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ACA advice

Failed my final remaining professional exam (BST) and might lose my Big 4 job. The final session to take this exam before the new gen exams roll in is the September session. I’ve booked the exam and self funded even though i’m not sure if i’ll be terminated where i’m at currently as i don’t want to miss my chance. Does anyone know if I would still be able to take it if I was working my notice period (3 months) or if there are certain rules that I need to take it ‘independently’ in terms of fees etc? Booking window closes on Friday and i’m not sure if i’ll find out if i’ll get another chance from my employer by then and ideally would like to refund if its not possible.

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u/Octopus_Barnacle_682 — 24 days ago