Student Services : Study Skills and English Language Support

• One-to-one tutorials
• In-course bespoke workshops organised by subject lecturers
• Study Skills workshops open to all students

Whether you are new to higher education or are a confident, experienced student – developing study skills can help you feel more confident about your studies and achieve the results you want. Some of the essential skills related to academic study we can help with are:

• Independent study
• Critical thinking and writing
• Essay and dissertation writing
• Organisation and time management
• Managing workload

If you're an existing student, you can find Study Skills resources on your Canvas dashboard

Whether you are new to higher education or are a confident, experienced student – developing your academic skills and language can help you feel more confident about your studies and achieve the results you want. Some of the essential skills related to academic study we can help with are:

• Understanding your assignment briefs
• Managing your time
• Planning and structuring your essays
• Using clear and appropriate grammar and vocabulary
• Following academic conventions, such as referencing and style
• Communicating with an audience of tutors and/or peers
• Following and taking notes in lectures

Term-time teaching:

• English Language classes – open to all students who want to practise their language and skills for academic and social stations at university. Wednesdays 15.30-17.00 on campus.
• Hang Out and Write sessions – open to all students working on written projects who want to get writing but have academic support in the room from one of our AUB Librarians and our English Language lecturer. A dedicated writing space with a supportive atmosphere, helping students feel motivated by working alongside other students and focussed on achieving their goals.

English conversation classes

Relaxed summer term classes for students to practise their English listening and speaking skills, discussion skills, learn new vocabulary, learn more about British culture and make friends. Wednesdays 15.30-17.00 on campus.

One-to-one/small group tutorials:

Please note that the Study Skills and English Language Lecturers work together to support students in one-to-one or small group tutorials. If you speak English as an additional language, you may wish to choose Emma (our English Language lecturer) when you book.