Study skills
Studying can be daunting. These free courses will refresh your study skills and prepare you for success.
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Society, Politics & Law
Developing reading skills in relation to the Social Sciences
Have you ever wondered what skills are needed to get the most out of reading Social Science materials? This free course, Developing reading skills in relation to the Social Sciences, looks at how reading skills are developed and provides three questions that should be kept in mind when working through Social Science texts and extracts.
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Education & Development
My unique path to university: more real stories
Hear from Simon and Hannah, Wrexham students who share their stories of studying later in life and being the first in their family to go to University.
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Education & Development
What is it like returning to education while working?
Ffion shares how her work as a support carer inspired her to return to university to study Learning Disability Nursing at Bangor University.
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Education & Development
University lingo
Do you know the difference between a firm choice and an unconditional offer? Or what a seminar or semesters are? Explore this interactive to demystify university terminology.
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Education & Development
About University Ready
Free resources from universities in Wales to help you take your first steps into higher education.
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Health, Sports & Psychology
Time management and study
Whether you’re a full or part-time student, studying is likely to mean adding another commitment to your life. Having a lot to balance can sometimes affect our wellbeing and leave us feeling overwhelmed.
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Education & Development
All my own work
Plagiarism comes in all shapes and forms. Step into the shoes of a university student to learn the challenges and temptations facing her during her assignment, and help make it all her own work.
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Education & Development
How can I cope with exam stress?
The exam period brings with it extra challenges - but if you manage your stress, you can make it through. Teena Clouston has some tips, and you may turn your papers over now.
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Education & Development
Dr David Hann on how to succeed as a distance learner
The Open University's Dr David Hann tells you how to become a successful distance learner in this extended interview from 'Go the Distance'.
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History & The Arts
Ten commandments of research
Historical research is endlessly fascinating, occasionally frustrating and totally absorbing. Here are ten commandments to get you started. You should also be warned that it is often totally addictive!
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Society, Politics & Law
Note taking in relation to the Social Sciences
Do you find it difficult to know what is important when taking notes? This free course, Note taking in relation to the Social Sciences, will enable you to decide the value of taking notes and improve your understanding of the methods that can be used.
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