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‘Going through the processes helped to point out the skills you need to develop to succeed’
‘I think it was very informative and I wish we had more time because I really enjoyed it'
‘I really enjoyed the exercises and the interaction. I am starting to understand where I have been going wrong. Hopefully I can apply it to my dissertation'
‘Discussing our views & definitions of academic fact, opinion & argument so it cleared up any misconceptions that we had formed; especially with academic writing'
‘It was good. It made me think differently to how I would approach an essay or an assignment'
‘Learning that my arguments deserve to be heard if I can justify them'

These responses are a few of those received from students attending previous study skills workshops. If you would like to take advantage of opporunities to enhance your study skills please read on.

Success on your course will depend not only on your interest, ability and knowledge of the subject but will also be influenced by a range of other factors. For example:

  • Can you manage your time effectively?
  • Will your notes be good enough to use later, for assignments and exam revision?
  • Have you organised and stored these notes so that you can find specific information easily?
  • Can you present your ideas to others in a planned and systematic way?
  • How good are your revision and exam techniques?
  • How well do you cope under pressure?

To help you achieve these:

The Study Support Tutor provides a Study Skills Workshop Programme (PDF 27kb) which runs Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. These workshops are open to all students. Please book the workshops of your choice through myBU, Academic Skills Community, Workshops or, call in to Learning Support,  Room DLG17, The Sir Michael Cobham Library or phone: Tel: 01202 965959.  

Places are limited, so your booking  will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.  Booking times have been restricted to avoid overbooking and non-attendance. Workshop topics include:

  • Revision techniques for exams
  • Essay writing
  • Presentation skills
  • Report writing
  • Reflective writing
  • Critical thinking
  • Plagiarism
  • Reading Strategies
  • Effective note taking

It is also possible to arrange your own tailor-made workshops providing a group of five or more colleagues would like to participate. Students or tutors wishing to utilise this option are advised to contact agreen@bournemouth.ac.uk .

Students returning to study after a lengthy break may find these workshops helpful. You will find a supportive environment in which to explore the demands of studying, develop new skills and share experiences with other students in similar position.

 

 

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