Sharpen your study skills for T2 with these Study Support sessions
A great way to prepare for the study period ahead is to visit Deakin’s UniStart site for undergraduates or Preparing to Succeed for postgraduates to learn how to hone your study skills.
Study Support are offering a range of online sessions to help you build your study skills. The workshops and resources are suitable for all new students and any student who would like a refresher on studying at university.
Here are some of the upcoming Study Support sessions you can register for and join online.
Prepare Week
For commencing/undergraduate students
Learning online at Deakin | Wednesday 25 June, 10–11am
For postgraduate students
Learning online at Deakin | Wednesday 25 June, 4–5pm
OWeek
For commencing/undergraduate students
Studying at Uni | Tuesday 1 July, 10–11am
Learn study tips to get you off to a good start: planning your trimester, strategies for independent learning and knowing where to go if you need help. Register for a session
For postgraduate students
Preparing for postgraduate studies | Thursday 3 July, 4–5pm
Language and Learning Advisers and Librarians will provide an introduction to the key tips and strategies for beginning research, planning, time management and academic writing. Register for a session
Week 1
For all commencing students
Maths help and support for whatever your course | Wednesday 9 July, 12–12.30pm
In this session you will learn about the maths resources and support available to you at Deakin. Register for a session
For international undergraduate and postgraduate students
Improving English as an additional language | Wednesday 9 July, 2–3pm
Learn strategies to improve your English language skills at university by taking control of your own learning. Register for a session
Develop your academic skills further
You can also review the following self-access resources, whenever it suits you, in UniStart or Preparing to Succeed by going to the Orientation Sessions tab and opening Study Support self-access resources. These on-demand sessions are a great option if you are an offshore student and/or unable to attend live sessions.
UniStart (for undergraduate students)
- Study Support – From note-making to writing
- Study Support – Referencing at Uni
- Study Support – Reading at Uni
- Study-support – Writing in your own words
- Study Support – Preparing for end-of-unit assessments
- Study Support – Starting your honours thesis
Preparing to Succeed (for postgraduate students)
- Study Support – Referencing at Uni
- Postgraduate Essentials – Reading for PG studies
- Postgraduate Essentials – Academic Writing
How to get more help
Get in touch with our Study Support team if you need help at any time, our Writing Mentors are also available to help you. If you need help with writing or starting and completing your assignment, book an online appointment or attend an online drop-in session.
Make sure you also keep an eye on Deakin Life for more study strategies and tips throughout the study period!