Student Survival Skills Hub

The Student Survival Skills hub offers everything you need to know to help you through with the questions that face all students. With loads of free to download content and short articles addressing key topics, our aim is to help you through your time at university and beyond.

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Core Skills for Success

Managing time, problem solving, organization... developing core study skills are essential for you to progress as far as you can in your studies.

General Tips & Advice

Time management, dealing with procrastination, getting the most from your library... just a few of the questions we'll deal with here.

Wellbeing

Learning to look after yourself is as essential as any other skill. Juggling your studies alongside a part-time job and still finding time to relax can be hard. The content on this page will help you find the way to wellbeing.

Research Skills

Every student, whatever your subject, will need to develop excellent research skills. This covers the collection, analysis, interpretation and evaluation of data. Conducting research properly can be time consuming. This section aims to make the process a little easier for you.

Resources for International Students

Starting university comes with many challenges, and even more if you are an international student. This section aims to help you find your way that little bit easier.

Student Reference & Study Guides

Starting university comes with many challenges, and even more if you are an international student. This section aims to help you find your way that little bit easier.

Study Skills Collection

Find guidance on improving your study skills, whether in essay writing, research, critical thinking or more with this collection.