Study skills

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Starting university A guide for new students Welcome to Plymouth University Common concerns Skills for learning Learning styles Active learning Reflection Feedback Work/life balance For further information and the full range of study guides go to: http://www.plymouth.ac.uk/learn

Welcome to Plymouth University! Congratulations - you are on a Plymouth University programme! Like many other students, you may be feeling a little apprehensive about studying in higher education. Perhaps you have concerns about your ability to study at this level, or you may have been away from education for some time and feel that you are out of practice. Don’t panic! These feelings are quite natural and can be overcome with time, practice, motivation and support.

Common concerns Many students feel anxious when they first start university and may experience culture shock, perhaps due to leaving a familiar environment. It can result in a mixture of feelings and emotions such as reduced confidence or homesickness. However, as an individual with unique life experiences, you have many resources to draw upon to help you through the challenging times. Although you are expected to be more autonomous in Higher Education (HE), this does not mean that you are alone. Other students, lecturers and personal tutors, advisors and counsellors as well as family and friends can offer support. Refer to you Student Handbook, the prospectus or website for useful contact names and numbers. Reflecting upon your reasons for attending university may help boost enthusiasm during difficult times. In any case, think about what it means to be a student in general, and what it means to be a student of your particular discipline, on your particular course.


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