Monday 25th October |
10.00am-3.00pm |
Atrium |
Student Support Fair |
Come and meet the support services that are here to support you through every aspect of your student journey. Internal University of Derby services will be there, as well as externals such as Trent PTS. |
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3.00pm-4.00pm |
Online |
Evaluating your sources Skills Session |
It’s important to evaluate the sources you are going to use in your assignments. In this 1 hour workshop you will learn how to critically assess and question the books, journal articles and websites you find, discover more about the CRAAP Test and how to add weight and strength to your work. Book on the library website. |
Tuesday 26th October |
10.00am-3.00pm |
Markeaton Street |
Student Voice |
Meet Frederico, your Computing and Engineering Officer, to chat all things Student Voice |
Tuesday 26th October |
4.00pm-5.00pm |
Online |
Introduction to referencing and Cite Them Right Skills Session |
In this 1 hour workshop you will learn how to cite and reference correctly and use Cite Them Right Online. We will cover the Harvard and APA referencing styles and take questions on others. Book your place on the University of Derby website. |
Wednesday 27th October |
10.00am-11.00am |
Online |
Academic Writing Skills Session |
In this session we’ll be looking at academic writing, covering topics like academic language, how to structure your assignments and paragraphs, and creating flow. Come along and get hints and tips, ask questions and share information with fellow students. This will be an interactive session with lots of ideas for you to try. Book your place on the University Library website. |
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4.00pm-4.30pm |
Online |
Finding and Using eBooks Skills Session |
In this 30 minute workshop we will show you how to find eBooks using the Library catalogue and demonstrate some of the useful features of eBooks which can help save you time and manage your research. Book your place on the University of Derby website. |
Thursday 28th October |
10.00am-2.00pm |
One Friar Gate Square |
Student Safety Day |
Head to our One Friar Gate Square site to learn different ways to keep yourself and others safe whilst at uni. |
Thursday 28th October |
10.00am-11.00am |
Online |
Presentations Skills Session |
Join Alex from the Skills Team to explore all things about presentations. Topics range from tips for preparing before the presentation, to key advice for performing within the presentation and guidance relating to mastering your nerves. The workshop will be interactive and there will be lots of opportunities to get hints and tips, ask questions and share information with fellow students. Book your place on the University of Derby website. |
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4.00pm-4.30pm |
Online |
Finding and using journal articles with LibraryPlus |
In this 30 minute workshop we will show you how to find journal articles using the Basic Search in LibraryPlus, demonstrate how to refine your search and open the full text of articles. Book your place on the University of Derby website. |
Tuesday 2nd November |
2.00pm-4.00pm |
Room N109 |
The Money Charity |
Come and learn how to budget effectively, understand your payslip and even apply for a mortgage! For over 25 years, The Money Charity has been the UK’s Financial Capability charity. They proactively provide education, information, advice and guidance to people of all ages, helping them to manage their money well and increase their Financial Wellbeing.
Check out the essential guide to student finance and managing money here.
In partnership with University of Derby.
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