Develop the skills you need for uni.
This 6 week course will give you what you need to succeed at university.
Who is this for?
Anyone planning to attend university, anyone starting to study at level 3 (including Access to HE)
Get your studies off to a positive and confident start.
The Get Ahead course will give you the skills to make a flying start to university
This is an online evening course
6 weeks/ 1 hour per week £99.00
Course Content
How to study
Organising yourself
- Creating folders
- Analysing your time
- Creating templates
Staying focused
Reading
- Skimming & scanning
Taking notes
Keeping track of your reading
Paraphrasing
Academic writing
Citing & referencing
Looking for sources
Get in touch: 07360646737
allbrainswelcome@gmail.com
Course Overview: Essential Study Skills
Master the art of academic productivity by identifying your personal “peak performance” windows and learning how to structure your day for maximum efficiency. This course goes beyond basic scheduling; we will analyze your time management habits and introduce assistive technologies designed to sharpen your focus.
Research and Critical Reading Learn to navigate the world of undergraduate research by identifying credible sources and mastering efficient reading techniques. You will learn how to:
- Skim and scan to locate key information quickly.
- Transition into deep reading for comprehensive understanding.
- Utilize advanced digital note-taking methods to capture insights effectively.
Organization and Referencing Stay on top of your research with a structured tracking system. I will guide you through creating a specialized synthesis table that helps you organize theories and simplifies the creation of your reference list.
Academic Writing and Integrity Demystify academic writing by exploring its core principles. We will cover the mechanics of paraphrasing, the “why” behind citations, and the practical steps for accurate referencing to ensure your work meets high academic standards.
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