The University has a team of Academic Achievement Advisers and Librarians (part of the Library Services team) can help you to get the most out of your studies.
They have a wide range of online resources and interactive tutorials covering just about everything to do with academic and library skills on their Online Study Skills Hub and Library Website.
These include:
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Essay planning and writing
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Referencing
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Dissertation
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Report writing
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Time management
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Reading and thinking critically
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Note-taking
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Exam revision
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Subject resource guides
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RefWorks
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SPSS and use of statistics
This means you can access information and learning activities whenever you need them, anytime, anywhere.
How else can the team provide support?
Academic Support Services:
The library offers various academic support services to help students excel in their studies.
- Learning Skills Hub: Provides advice on using library resources, academic writing, referencing and understanding feedback.
- Subject Resource Guides: Curated guides offering the best resources, tips, and tools for specific fields of study.
- Personal RNIB Bookshare Accounts: available for students with dyslexia, visual impairments or physical disabilities that impact reading accessibility.
Specialized Support
The library also provides additional support for students with specific needs.
For information about workshop sessions, please see the University Student Support at Nest.