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Key academic skills
Get set for success in the basics of referencing, time management, exams and presentations.

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Academic writing
Build reading, planning and critical writing skills for a range of assignments.

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Reading and research
Improve skills for finding and evaluating literature or planning and writing up research.

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Editing and Proofreading
Learn how to review your work and add the final details before submission.

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Digital and technology
Prepare for online learning and make the most of digital tools and software.

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Working with numbers
Build confidence in maths, statistics, statistical software and financial skills.

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Doctoral skills
Develop your skills and knowledge to succeed in your Doctorate

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Personal wellbeing
Improve your confidence with sessions in self-compassion, wellbeing, and money skills.

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Multiple skills
Access resources that bring together a range of academic skills.