Uni skills workshops
Attend our online workshops to boost your academic skills.
Our free uni skills workshops cover all the study essentials – academic writing, referencing, research, maths, memory, presentations and revision. The 45-minute webinars run regularly every semester. You can attend as many or as few as you like.
And if you miss a session, you can access the recordings in the webinars and recordings Moodle shell.
Semester 1 workshops
Gain practical organisational skills so you can balance study, work, and life more effectively.
10.30 - 11.15 am, Friday 6 March
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We’ll show you how to:
- locate high‑quality, peer‑reviewed sources
- use searching tips that actually work
- evaluate whether a source is reliable
10.30 - 11.15 am, Tuesday 17 March
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We’ll show you how to:
- locate high‑quality, peer‑reviewed sources
- use searching tips that actually work
- evaluate whether a source is reliable
10.30 - 11.15 am, Thursday 17 March
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We'll show you how to understand exactly what your assessment tasks are asking you to do.
You’ll learn how to break down criteria, map out your workload, and create a realistic study plan. It’s a great way to start assignments feeling clear, prepared, and in control.
10.30 - 11.15 am, Friday 20 March
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You'll learn practical strategies to read academic sources more efficiently and with greater confidence.
We'll show you how to identify key arguments, take effective notes, and avoid getting lost in dense writing. You’ll leave with a step‑by‑step approach you can apply to any article.
10.30 - 11.15 am, Friday 27 March
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We'll show you practical strategies to help study in ways that work for your neurodivergent brain.
You’ll discover tools for managing focus, organising tasks, and using your strengths to your advantage.
10.30 - 11.15 am, Wednesday 1 April
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We'll show you how to structure your academic writing clearly and logically.
You’ll learn how to plan paragraphs, organise ideas, and guide your reader through your argument. Whether you’re writing your first essay or your tenth, you’ll gain practical skills to strengthen your work.
10.30 - 11.15 am, Friday 17 April
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We’ll show you how to:
- locate high‑quality, peer‑reviewed sources
- use searching tips that actually work
- evaluate whether a source is reliable
10.30 - 11.15 am, Tuesday 21 April
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We’ll show you how to:
- locate high‑quality, peer‑reviewed sources
- use searching tips that actually work
- evaluate whether a source is reliable
2.00 - 2.45 pm, Thursday 23 April
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We'll show you how to integrate evidence smoothly and confidently into your academic writing.
You'll learn how to quote, paraphrase, and summarise as well as how to connect evidence to your ideas.
10.30 - 11.15 am, Friday 24 April
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We'll show you some effective memory techniques to help important information stick.
You’ll try out methods like spaced repetition, chunking, and visual strategies. These practical approaches can support you in preparing for exams, learning skills, or mastering new concepts.
10.30 - 11.15 am, Friday 1 May
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We'll show you how to identify your study strengths and areas for improvement.
You’ll explore simple strategies to boost your learning habits and academic performance.
10.30 - 11.15 am, Friday 8 May
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