Study Problems
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- A range of online study support tools have been developed for University students. See the ASK Study Guide on Student Central.
- If you are having difficulties with essay planning, taking notes or remembering what you read, or with organising your writing, with meeting deadlines or with revising for exams, then you might like to attend some Study Support Sessions. The timetable for the sessions is available in the ASK Study Guide
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You may like to take a short break from your studies - e.g. a weekend away for some time out. If you think you need to take a longer break, see our information on taking a break.
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If you have dyslexia or a specific learning difficulty (SpLD), but are not receiving support from the University, contact the Disability and Dyslexia team. Even if you have have not been formally assessed or diagnosed for Dyslexia or a SpLD, but think you might be, get in touch with the Disability and Dyslexia Team to find out about the various types of support that are available.
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Speak to your personal tutor or course leader.
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You might need to apply for an extension to a deadline. See the guidelines set out in the Student Handbook - which you will find linked to from the 'support' box (top, right hand corner) on the homepage of Student Central.
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If you feel that your performance in an assessment has been adversely affected by circumstances beyond your control, you may wish to apply for mitigating circumstances.
- Complete and submit a Mitigating Circumstances Form (ARGEAR 3), including independent documentary evidence (in a sealed envelope) by the date published by your School. You will need to ensure that this application is submitted to the course Examination Board/Chair of the Examining Board in good time.
- A range of online study support tools have been developed for University students. See the ASK Study Guide on Student Central.
- Tthe two main exam period at the University are Jan/Feb and April/May, though clearly different students experience stress at different times for different reasons – coursework hand in, placements, work life balance. There are two ways to approach this - one is via effective study skills - being organised, time management etc - a range of online study support tools have been developed for University students. See the ASK Study Guide on Student Central.
- The other is about wellbeing – getting enough sleep, taking breaks, eating properly, avoiding stimulants. Keep an eye out for stress and anxiety workshops held on campus, get in touch with a Counsellor or perhaps talk to one of the University Chaplains
- See Counselling area (click on self help) on Student Central for information on Stress and revision.
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English language support is offered to all students in their first year of study in the university for whom English is their second language. See the ELSP for more information.
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Speak to your personal tutor or course leader .
- Speak to your personal tutor or course leader.
- Information Services provide online training guides for a variety of software packages.
- Information Services provide a range of assistive technologies available in Computer Pool Rooms and Libraries. These include accessibility software and adaptive equipment.
- Students with a disability or dyslexia may be entitled to one-to-one training in the use of these technologies. For more information please contact the Disability and Dyslexia Team.
Student Support and Guidance Tutors
Some schools have named staff who can help you with all manner of queries relating to your course and study. For a list of contacts see the section on Student Central - Support within your school (you will need to log in)
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