Session Outline

Reading academic texts and taking effective notes are essential skills for university success. In this session, you'll explore practical strategies for finding reliable academic sources, reading with purpose, and organising your notes more effectively. You'll also be introduced to digital tools that can help you study smarter and manage information efficiently. By the end of the session, you'll have a toolkit of techniques you can put into practice straight away.  

Who is this session for?
The Learning Essentials series is for students new to higher education (e.g. Foundation Year or Year 1) or returning to study after a break. These beginner-friendly workshops help you build confidence, develop essential study skills, and learn about available support before moving on to more specialist guidance from the library’s learning skills teams. You can attend all four sessions or choose the ones that suit you.

In-person Session:
This session will take place in UL110 in the main University Library. Please arrive on time. If you can no longer attend, please cancel your booking as soon as possible so your place can be offered to another student. The Library Customer Service team can direct you to the room, just ask at reception, or you can use the library building map at Navigate-Me to find your way.