Studying at University

The two guides below have been designed to give you an overview of studying at university level.

'A Guide to Studying at University' helps to get you on the track towards reflecting on what you need to do, when, and how, by enabling you to reflect on current study methods, to map out your goals and to explore helpful techniques and tools.

'Successful Studies in the UK' is designed for international students, but home students might find the topics discussed equally useful. This guide explores key topics at the initial stages of your university studies, such as time management, critical thinking, and academic integrity.

• Essay terms explained
• Planning a dissertation research project
• Avoiding plagiarism
• Note-making
• References and bibliographies
• The art of editing
• What is critical writing
• Writing a dissertation
• Writing essays
• Writing reports
• Using Microsoft Office