What has inspired you to return to study? What are your goals... what are your challenges? Meet others who have taken the same path as you and share experiences. Get advice on how to make the most of...  More

Students often tell us that they feel overwhelmed by the amount or reading they have to at university. Keeping on top of your reading is one of the key study skills that will help you develop your...  More

A step-by step approach to building an academic argument through structure, language, content. Identify your own writing style by considering the following questions: How do you use your research as a...  More

Acknowledging and referencing your resources demonstrate that you have researched your topic and that you have built a knowledge base around your dissertation. This gives your voice credibility and...  More

Prompt engineering is more than just a buzzword. When working with Generative AI, understanding how to craft effective prompts is essential. Your prompt guides the response, and tweaking it can yield...  More

Many students find they need to adapt their style of writing in their first year at university. Our skills tutors will show you the early steps to doing this. Gain an understanding of writing styles...  More

Our Academic Skills Tutors introduce you to basic critical thinking. The presentation focuses on the role of questioning as essential to the critical process and distinguishes it from mere...  More

Our 2024 NextLevel course will help you take control of your learning and develop the skills you need to succeed. This session will cover Steps to starting University - Signposting...  More

Our 2024 NextLevel course will help you take control of your learning and develop the skills you need to succeed. This session will cover Steps to starting University - Signposting...  More

Drop-in Appointments in the Foyer at Drill Hall Library. Come along and get one to one support from an Academic Skills Tutor or Librarian (slots of up to 20 minutes per person). We can...  More