This section looks at how to manage exams. This includes information about what to expect, how to prepare for an exam and practical tips to help you perform well. University exam information can be found here. Read on…
The Library isn’t just somewhere you can get books. It’s somewhere you can do your work on your own or with others, escape sensory overload and get some help with studying. This section of the toolkit will introduce…
This section will look at different forms of assessment. It will give you some practical ideas on how to prepare for them, and how to get the most out of them. Assessments are the means by which your tutors can gauge…
Computing labs Facilities – School of Computer Science – University of St Andrews (st-andrews.ac.uk) You can also learn more about the sensory environments in the computer labs in our Sensory Information posts. The…
Seminars provide an opportunity to explore topics by discussion, and to identify and resolve any questions that may arise after lectures. This section will look at how to prepare for a seminar, and what to expect from…
Lectures at university can be quite different from lessons at school and college, particularly when you are taught in a big group. This article will help you to make the most out of lectures. It’s hard to know what an…
Inclusive Practice in Group Work Group work can present barriers to participation for some disabled students. The following guidance aims to give some good practice ideas. Pre-assignment – contact your Disability…
Working in a group with other students is part and parcel of university study. Quite a few people worry about it, and some have real problems with it. This activity looks at the main issues people have with group work…
Studying at university involves a lot more independent (self) study than in secondary school. You will probably find that your time is a little less structured, than what you are used to. There will be timetabled…