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Academic Engagement and Learning Development Team: Workshops

Who we are and what we do

Our Workshops spring 2025

The Academic Engagement and Learning Development team offer a range of workshops designed to help you thrive at university and achieve your academic goals. Our workshops are friendly, interactive, and designed to make learning engaging and enjoyable. You’re welcome to sign up for as many sessions as you like, so you can build the skills that matter most to you.

Below you'll find details of all the workshops available this term, complete with booking links. Explore your options, book your places and we look forward to seeing you at a workshop soon!

Ace your Assessments Week (31st March - 4th April)

Boost your academic performance with our "Ace Your Assessments Week" workshops! Sharpen your research, writing, and critical thinking skills through expert-led sessions on essay crafting, report writing, and much more. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your academic toolkit and excel in your upcoming assignments. 

Writing Compelling Reports - Online Workshop on Mon 31 Mar 2025, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Mastering Research for your Assignments - Online Workshop on Mon 31 Mar 2025, 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm

How to Write Great Essays, Step by Step - Online Workshop on Tue 1 Apr 2025, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm

Writing Meaningful Reflections - Online Workshop on Tue 1 Apr 2025, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Law referencing – Using OSCOLA with confidence on Wed 2 Apr 2025, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Demystifying Critical Thinking and Writing - Online Workshop on Wed 2 Apr 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:15 pm

Citing and Referencing your Sources with Confidence - Online Workshop on Thu 3 Apr 2025, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Exam Preparation and Strategies for Answering Exam Questions on Thu 3 Apr 2025, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm 

Developing your Academic Voice and Language - Online Workshop on Fri 4 Apr 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:15 pm

Enhancing Maths Skills with Digital Tools and AI on Fri 4 Apr, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 

Introduction to Statistics: Building Confidence with Data on Fri 11 Apr, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 

Dissertation Programme

Running throughout the term

The Dissertation Programme provides a comprehensive series of workshops guiding you through every stage of your dissertation, from selecting a topic to writing each chapter. Receive expert advice, refine your skills, and make your dissertation journey smoother and more successful.

Dissertations: Identifying and Developing your Topic - Online Workshop on Wed 29 Jan 2025, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Dissertations: Researching for your Dissertation - Online Workshop on Wed 5 Feb 2025, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Dissertations: Writing the Proposal - Online Workshop on Wed 12 Feb 2025, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Literature-based Dissertations (Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences) - Online Workshop on Wed 19 Feb 2025, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm

Dissertations: Doing your Literature Review - Online Workshop on Fri 28 Feb 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:15 pm

Dissertations: Writing your Methodology Chapter - Online workshop on Thu 6 Mar 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm

Dissertations: Writing your Introduction and Conclusion - Online Workshop on Thu 6 Mar 2025, 2:00 pm - 2:50 pm

Dissertations: Writing Up Results and Discussion - Online Workshop on Tue 11 Mar 2025, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Getting Started with Systematic Reviews - Online Workshop on Thu 20 Mar 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:15 pm

NEW! Mathematics and Statistics Support

We are now offering mathematics and statistics support! 

Need help with maths or statistics? Want to build your confidence and develop new quantitative skills? Join our upcoming sessions to get the support you need.

Weekly mathematics and statistics Q&As 

Struggling with tricky mathematical concepts or finding statistics hard to wrap your head around? Need guidance with SPSS? Join our friendly, informal Q&A session where your questions lead the way. Maths and stats Q&As take place every Wednesday 11am-12pm and Thursday 1-2pm.

Taught sessions

All sessions are bookable on Engage

Questions and Answers (Q&As) Sessions

Academic Writing and Study Skills

Every Wednesday 1-2pm

These Q and A sessions provide a dedicated space for you to ask any questions about academic skills and study strategies. Whether you need advice on time management, note-taking, critical thinking, essay writing, or other academic challenges, our experienced staff are here to help. Drop in, connect with peers, and get the guidance you need to succeed!

Mathematics and Statistics 

Every Wednesday 11am-12pm and Thursday 1-2pm

Struggling with tricky mathematical concepts or finding statistics hard to wrap your head around? Need guidance with SPSS? Join our friendly, informal Q&A session where your questions lead the way.

Book all Q&As via Engage

Spotlight On: Law Referencing

Law referencing – Using OSCOLA with confidence

Struggling with OSCOLA? We’ve got you covered!

Join our OSCOLA Referencing Session designed for Law students. Learn how to:

  • Understand OSCOLA and how it works
  • Reference key legal materials like cases and legislation
  • Cite international legal resources correctly
  • Gain confidence in your legal writing!

Law referencing – Using OSCOLA with confidence

Wed 2 Apr 2025, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm