Key academic skills

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These sessions will help international students to develop key academic skills. Sessions may be on campus or online. 

Explore our online guides to develop your essential academic skills - each guide covers the basics of each topic, as well as linking to additional relevant resources.

• Getting started at university
  If you're new to university or about to progress to a new level of study, find out how to refresh and strengthen your academic skills.
• Time management
  Our top tips for getting organised, beating procrastination and effectively managing your time at university.
• Referencing
  Find out how to acknowledge your sources when you use someone else's work, using APA or other referencing styles.
• Effective notetaking
  Strategies and templates for taking effective notes in lectures and from your reading.
• Editing and proofreading
  Explore including guidance and electronic resources on how to efficiently edit and proofread your own work before submission.
• Exam revision and strategy
  Boost your exam revision and explore strategies for essay exams, online tests and MCQs with our online study guide and resources.
• Group work and study groups
  Guidance for those working on a group assignment or presentation or looking for resources on how to set up a productive study group.
• University English Scheme 
  Join the Blackboard site to build your confidence and proficiency in academic English, particularly if you are an International Student.