How to apply for DSA: A step by step guide

The Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) is a non-repayable grant available for students at university in the UK whose studying is impacted by one or more disabilities which they experience. DSA is funded on behalf of the UK government and can be awarded in a number of forms, such as grants, reimbursement for equipment, assistive technology […]

Get a Lecture Recorder: How to record class lectures in person and online

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Being a student in 2022 comes with the amazing benefit of being able to record lectures at university; something which most students didn’t have before the pandemic. There are many obvious benefits of why a lecture recorder is a valuable tool to have as a student, such as avoiding missing out on important content or […]

How to be a pro at colour-coded notes

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If you want to ‘jazz up’ your study notes and find a new way of studying then try jumping on the colour-coded notes hype! Colour-coded notes are a great way to make your studies more fun and engaging whilst still getting everything done that needs to be revised. This method is great if you are […]

Top 5 study snacks to enhance your learning

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Study snacks are essential to a good study session! Everyone feels like they need a quick snack to keep them going every now and then. However, it can be the case that when studying it is far too easy to just jump on your phone and order junk food. It is usually easy to get […]

How to use the SQ3R study method for writing essays

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Getting into to groove of studying is not exactly easy! It can be hard to know what works for you. There are so many different types of ways to maximise your productivity and become more efficient when you are studying but it can also be overwhelming to think about. One of the most common methods […]

Lecture videos, notes and flashcards: How to revise at university

The way you revise at university is most likely going to be different than how you revised in school and at college. This is due to a number of reasons; first being that you may be studying a subject vastly different to what you revised for before. Secondly, the way in which university degrees are […]

How to study efficiently: find more time for xmas activities

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It’s coming up to the holiday season, but you also have deadline and exam stress… One of the most important things you can do is learn how to get your studies under control. Learn how to study efficiently to increase your productivity. Give yourself some extra time for xmas activities! Benefits from learning how to […]

5 evening study habits to start at university

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During exam periods studying can become very overwhelming. This means it is important to look after yourself and get your mindset in a good space. A great way to do this is to create a set of evening study habits that you adhere to! The evening is your spare time where you can decide what […]

The best apps for taking notes in university

With many aspects of university converting to digital form (such as online lectures and meetings), it seems only fitting that we adapt our note taking as well. There are many apps available on the market which aim to assist students in capturing their lecture content digitally, but how do we know which to choose from? […]

How to study with friends or in groups at uni

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Learn how to study with friends in a group to increase your productivity and ace all of your deadlines and exams! Group work is a great study tool that lots of students automatically believe will not work. But if you plan and do it right, it can be extremely successful. Benefits of studying with friends: […]