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Go global

In this video, Sarah tells us all about the global opportunities that might be available to you at university. These might consist of a year of study or working abroad …

Making the most of the support available

In the video, Susie told us all about the support available to students at university. University is a big step, an exciting one, but with that comes a whole range …

Getting the most out of feedback

As Hannah notes in the video, feedback forms a vital part of the assignment process at university. It helps students identify strengths and weaknesses in their work and informs them …

Taking charge of your own learning

As Sue talks about in the video, university is a launch pad for your career. It’s the place where you can cultivate a robust skill set that propels you toward …

Accessibility at university

As a student with a disability, long term health condition or neurodiversity, your university experience may benefit from some of the accessibility measures your university should have in place. This …

What is good academic practice?

Academic integrity is hugely important when you are part of an academic community. It’s more than just a university policy; when students and staff embrace academic integrity, they commit to …

Assessment myth busting

As with most things in life, there are a number of myths that have grown up over the years about assessment and higher education. Here are some of the most …

Academic libraries

With the closure of many public and school libraries, a large number of students will start university without ever having used a library. That’s fine! We know everyone has had …

What are academic skills?

Academic skills play a key role in achieving success in Higher Education and beyond, and university provides a great opportunity to build on the foundational skills you’ve acquired during your …

Approaching assessments

Let’s take a deep dive into the world of assessments, and consider some of the questions that are regularly posed… When will they fall in the academic year? Assessments can …

How are we assessed at university?

Assessment at university might look a bit different from assessments you have completed previously. At university you’ll study modules. In each module you’ll complete different assessment tasks. We’ll discuss these …

Making the most of your Academic Supervisor

As you would have heard from Ed in the video, supervisors provide advice on, and support for, your academic progress. Every undergraduate student on a taught programme has an academic …

Digital learning opportunities

Studying at university is a real opportunity to develop your digital skill set which will set you up for the future. You will engage with a range of online tools …

Expectations of learning and teaching at university

How is learning different at university? Whether you are contemplating university, or are already half way through your university course, reflecting on your past educational experiences and understanding yourself as …