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The Student Wellbeing Toolkit puts wellbeing at the centre of your journey into university and beyond. By encouraging self-efficacy and a focus on the things you can control, it provides clear guidance to enhance wellbeing and opportunities for self-reflection that help develop self-awareness and prosocial skills for life.Offering an accessible toolkit of strategies, activities and tips this fantastic, accessible resource considerers wellbeing within six main areas:Physical wellbeingSocio-emotional wellbeingIntellectual wellbeingEnvironmental wellbeingOccupational wellbeingFinancial wellbeingDrawing on research-evidenced theories around positive psychology, theories of learning, motivation and self-development, the book explores what, how and why these areas are key to our wellbeing and the rationale for taking them into account to enable you to flourish and thrive at university.

Writing a Postgraduate Thesis or Dissertation discusses the challenges that students encounter in their writing and provides thoughtful advice on how to address those challenges. It provides guidance on writing about literature, methodology and methods and shows the importance of stating a contribution to knowledge.Providing key insight into the process of writing a dissertation or thesis, this book: explains the process of writing and provides insight into strategies that support good writing considers the audience and purpose of a report as well as the voice of the writer discusses the structure and organisational features of theses and dissertations, highlighting the central role of the research questionWriting a Postgraduate Thesis or Dissertation is an ideal guide for doctoral and masters students in the social sciences.

Writing a Postgraduate Thesis or Dissertation discusses the challenges that students encounter in their writing and provides thoughtful advice on how to address those challenges. It provides guidance on writing about literature, methodology and methods and shows the importance of stating a contribution to knowledge.Providing key insight into the process of writing a dissertation or thesis, this book: explains the process of writing and provides insight into strategies that support good writing considers the audience and purpose of a report as well as the voice of the writer discusses the structure and organisational features of theses and dissertations, highlighting the central role of the research questionWriting a Postgraduate Thesis or Dissertation is an ideal guide for doctoral and masters students in the social sciences.

How do you excel at university? What do you need to do in order to exceed your own expectations when it comes to your academic performance? How do you make the most of your learning experience at university so that you can develop the most valuable attributes employers look for in graduates?This book provides a wealth of guidance on how to excel at university by engaging effectively with all aspects of the university learning experience. Covering tutors’ expectations for how you learn on your programme of study, understanding the role of assessment in learning, the need to engage critically with academic sources, and effective research practice, it offers practical support on how to get the most out of the learning experience. It also includes guidance on different modes of learning, such as collaborative work on group projects, and practice- and work-based learning. Chapters adopt a fresh approach to the traditional guidance by moving beyond the ‘how’ to do something to explore the ‘why’, addressing such questions as why your tutors want you to be able to write confidently across different genres of writing, and why these competencies have an influence on your ability to excel.This must-read guide will open up your tutors’ expectations for how you should engage with the learning on your course. It offers a fresh, up-to-date, and innovative perspective on learning at university for all those new to or already engaged in higher education.

How do you excel at university? What do you need to do in order to exceed your own expectations when it comes to your academic performance? How do you make the most of your learning experience at university so that you can develop the most valuable attributes employers look for in graduates?This book provides a wealth of guidance on how to excel at university by engaging effectively with all aspects of the university learning experience. Covering tutors’ expectations for how you learn on your programme of study, understanding the role of assessment in learning, the need to engage critically with academic sources, and effective research practice, it offers practical support on how to get the most out of the learning experience. It also includes guidance on different modes of learning, such as collaborative work on group projects, and practice- and work-based learning. Chapters adopt a fresh approach to the traditional guidance by moving beyond the ‘how’ to do something to explore the ‘why’, addressing such questions as why your tutors want you to be able to write confidently across different genres of writing, and why these competencies have an influence on your ability to excel.This must-read guide will open up your tutors’ expectations for how you should engage with the learning on your course. It offers a fresh, up-to-date, and innovative perspective on learning at university for all those new to or already engaged in higher education.

Helping you get to grips with online learning, this book contains a wealth of practical tips and strategies that will make studying online easier. Covering the advantages of online learning as well as the problems you might face, this book provides tried and tested advice to help you overcome those difficulties so that you can work to the best of your abilities. Identifying techniques designed specifically for studying online, this key guide explores topics and methods such as: the differences between traditional and online study, preparing for online study as well as planning and organising; making sole working a collaborative and shared experience; reading online, online notetaking, using study forums, using video, collaboration, and coping with online exams; understanding the possible effects on mental and physical health and how to cope with the distractions the virtual world can bring while taking care of your mental and physical health.With step-by-step instructions for each of the techniques, as well as guidance on using online study software to the best effect, this must-have student companion provides tips and tricks to make university distance studying both effective and enjoyable.Visit the accompanying website here: https://studyingonline.tips

Helping you get to grips with online learning, this book contains a wealth of practical tips and strategies that will make studying online easier. Covering the advantages of online learning as well as the problems you might face, this book provides tried and tested advice to help you overcome those difficulties so that you can work to the best of your abilities. Identifying techniques designed specifically for studying online, this key guide explores topics and methods such as: the differences between traditional and online study, preparing for online study as well as planning and organising; making sole working a collaborative and shared experience; reading online, online notetaking, using study forums, using video, collaboration, and coping with online exams; understanding the possible effects on mental and physical health and how to cope with the distractions the virtual world can bring while taking care of your mental and physical health.With step-by-step instructions for each of the techniques, as well as guidance on using online study software to the best effect, this must-have student companion provides tips and tricks to make university distance studying both effective and enjoyable.Visit the accompanying website here: https://studyingonline.tips

The Student Wellbeing Toolkit puts wellbeing at the centre of your journey into university and beyond. By encouraging self-efficacy and a focus on the things you can control, it provides clear guidance to enhance wellbeing and opportunities for self-reflection that help develop self-awareness and prosocial skills for life.Offering an accessible toolkit of strategies, activities and tips this fantastic, accessible resource considerers wellbeing within six main areas:Physical wellbeingSocio-emotional wellbeingIntellectual wellbeingEnvironmental wellbeingOccupational wellbeingFinancial wellbeingDrawing on research-evidenced theories around positive psychology, theories of learning, motivation and self-development, the book explores what, how and why these areas are key to our wellbeing and the rationale for taking them into account to enable you to flourish and thrive at university.

Carefully structured to make it accessible and easy to follow, this thought-provoking book encourages the reader to facilitate a dialogue across disciplines so that mature and unconventional students are acknowledged and can discover a successful path towards admission and PhD completion. Based on real experiences of navigating the doctoral system, the guide includes insights from doctorates, candidates, supervisors, and examiners, who share their stories, insights, and advice. It covers key topics such as:Developing a research topic, conducting research, and research integrityEffectiveness, productivity, and progressExploring key concepts and techniques through reading, writing, and networkingSelf-care and motivationFinding your academic voiceThis guide is a must-read for advanced academic researchers, advanced postgraduate students, and experienced professionals with vocational backgrounds who are seeking recognition for their knowledge and alternative pathways to contribute to the sector.

Carefully structured to make it accessible and easy to follow, this thought-provoking book encourages the reader to facilitate a dialogue across disciplines so that mature and unconventional students are acknowledged and can discover a successful path towards admission and PhD completion. Based on real experiences of navigating the doctoral system, the guide includes insights from doctorates, candidates, supervisors, and examiners, who share their stories, insights, and advice. It covers key topics such as:Developing a research topic, conducting research, and research integrityEffectiveness, productivity, and progressExploring key concepts and techniques through reading, writing, and networkingSelf-care and motivationFinding your academic voiceThis guide is a must-read for advanced academic researchers, advanced postgraduate students, and experienced professionals with vocational backgrounds who are seeking recognition for their knowledge and alternative pathways to contribute to the sector.

A guiding resource and supportive companion, this book is designed for mature individuals intending to undertake an undergraduate degree.Comprehensively yet succinctly covering all of the knowledge and skills expected when studying at university, it recognises that mature students face a variety of obstacles that have to be carefully circumnavigated and that often, the support for doing this is difficult to find in one place. With a wealth of practical strategies for developing a range of key study skills, whilst, at the same time, addressing the difficulties people face in preparing for the numerous changes that university study can bring, this key text highlights to the reader the significance of individual strengths obtained from life experiences, and demonstrates their importance and utility in learning as a mature student.Packed full of activities to support development and case studies to exemplify a range of situations, this is a must-read for anyone looking to undertake an undergraduate degree as a mature student.

A guiding resource and supportive companion, this book is designed for mature individuals intending to undertake an undergraduate degree.Comprehensively yet succinctly covering all of the knowledge and skills expected when studying at university, it recognises that mature students face a variety of obstacles that have to be carefully circumnavigated and that often, the support for doing this is difficult to find in one place. With a wealth of practical strategies for developing a range of key study skills, whilst, at the same time, addressing the difficulties people face in preparing for the numerous changes that university study can bring, this key text highlights to the reader the significance of individual strengths obtained from life experiences, and demonstrates their importance and utility in learning as a mature student.Packed full of activities to support development and case studies to exemplify a range of situations, this is a must-read for anyone looking to undertake an undergraduate degree as a mature student.

This book is your essential guide to making the most of your university journey. With top tips and key advice, it will provide you with the skills and confidence you need to allow you to stand out from the crowd in a competitive graduate job market.Outlining the wide range of work‑related opportunities, support and resources available alongside university study, this key title explains how engaging in work experience fosters personal growth and self-confidence. It highlights the professional advantages gained through industry exposure, networking, skill development and increased employability and draws on contemporary research, industry insights, academic literature and perspectives from employers, students and career services. With step‑by‑step guidance for planning, securing and maximising work‑related experiences, it also emphasises reflective practice as a vital means of shaping ongoing career planning and life‑long learning, developing deeper insights in theoretical knowledge applied to practice, ensuring you are career‑ready.Topics covered include:· Advice on the benefits of participating in work experience placements· Tips on how to get the most out of your placements· A breakdown of the jargon used within academia and career services· Building your ‘professional brand’ online and through your CV· How to plan your career post-graduationThe insights and practical strategies provided are designed to empower you to take control of career decision‑making, equipping you with the skills and knowledge to strengthen your personal and professional profiles for long‑term success.