Your studies and academic life
Study skills help at the university
The university's Study Skills Centres offer academic support to students throughout the year. They are staffed by experienced and friendly lecturers who are happy to help you gain skills that will give a real edge to your academic work. As an international student, the Study Skills Team can help you with developing your academic skills, from essay writing to presentation skills.
Study Skills Centres and workshops
Study skills
The Study Skills Centres provide academic support to students throughout the year.
Skills workshops
Sign up for skills-building workshops in the Personal, Employability and Academic Skills (PEAS) programme.
Language classes at the university
Language classes
English language classes are available for improving your English upon arrival in the UK, as well as accredited courses for non-native English speakers that count towards your degree.
Prepare for Success interactive skills website
Prepare for Success is an excellent tool for any international student newly arrived at the university who would like to know more about what academic life in the UK involves. There are twenty two interactive modules that guide students through what academic skills are needed, and what to expect from your studies.
Prepare for Success
Use the Prepare for Success online learning tool for help with adjusting to academic life in the UK.
