Study skills

Advice on academic good practice including avoiding plagiarism, managing your time, reading, note taking, referencing and revision. You can also consult your subject handbook and course tutor / graduate supervisor for advice on academic skills specific for your discipline.

Time management

Making the most of your study time

• Managing your time effectively

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Reading, note-taking and library skills

Finding resources
Reading more efficiently
Overcoming distractions
Making effective notes

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Essay and dissertation writing skills

Planning and structuring your essays
Writing science essays
Writing essays and dissertations

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Plagiarism

Recognising plagiarism
Maintaining academic standards
Referencing

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AI to support learning

Developing your academic skills
Limitations of AI
Checking AI outputs

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Submitting coursework in Inspera, revision and examinations

Preparing for online exams
Exam adjustments
During the exam
Submitting your answers

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Postgraduate Taught Skills

Developing your academic skills
Getting the most out of your classes
Reading and note-taking
Writing Master's essays and dissertations
Thinking about next steps

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Recorded lectures

Engaging with lectures
Revising from recordings
Managing your cognitive load