Disability Services are your main point of contact for any disability related queries throughout your studies. The team is responsible for recommending and coordinating your support or adjustments. Under the Equality…
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…
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…
As befits a 600-year-old institution, the University of St Andrews has many traditions which students may take part in if they wish. Taking part is not a requirement, but most students enjoy the traditions as a unique…
Anna-Ruth Cockerham was the Director of Wellbeing and Equality for the Students Association during her time at the University of St Andrews. These are her 5 Tips for Freshers! You can find out more about Anna-Ruth…