Develop your study skills for exams and essay writing

Resources to help you improve your essays or develop study skills for exams.

Institute for Academic Development 

The Institute of Academic Development hosts a number of study skills workshops and self-study learning resources. There are also people you can arrange to talk to if you want one-to-one support to succeed in your studies.  

Workshops 

A range of workshops are held throughout the year, from Effective Revision Techniques to improving your essay writing skills in exams.  

Workshops

Study hub 

The study hub is the place to go for downloadable tips, plans, and guides that will help you improve your study skills, including:

  • Time management 
  • Making notes in class 
  • Editing and proof reading 
  • Referencing and citations 
  • Managing your dissertation or research project 

Study hub

Exam Bootcamp 

This is a self-enrol course delivered on Learn to help you achieve your best in exams.  

Exam Bootcamp

Study skills consultations 

Half-hour sessions are available to book with a Student Development Adviser to help you develop effective study strategies and enhance your approach to your academic work. 

Study skills consultations

Skills for Life and Learning 

The Student Counselling team run a range of online and in-person workshops to help you improve your wellbeing.  

Topics include: 

  • Procrastination 
  • Bereavement and managing change 
  • Anxiety management 
  • Managing stress 
  • Improve your sleep 
  • Imposter syndrome 
  • Overcoming social anxiety  

Skills for life and learning workshops