Preparing to Study with UniSkills
Starting university can be an exciting time, but can also feel like a big transition.
To help you prepare to study at university level UniSkills offer a range of support to boost your confidence and develop essential academic skills you will need to succeed.
University study may feel different from what you have previously experienced, but taking time to prepare can help you feel more confident and ready to begin. Explore the toolkits below for an overview of everything you need for a successful start, from learning new foundational academic skills to refreshing your existing skills and knowledge.
If you are transitioning into second or third year of study you can also access two brand-new toolkits to help you get into the right mindset and prepare for the step up in your studies.
Preparing to study: undergraduate (UG)
Preparing to study: postgraduate taught (PGT)
How to access UniSkills
Once you are enrolled at Edge Hill University our experienced Academic Skills Advisors can help you to develop your academic skills. UniSkills support is available all year round and accessible both on and off campus:
- One-to-one appointments are available on a wide range of topics including academic reading, writing and referencing, developing an effective search strategy, finding high quality information and preparing your assignment for submission. Once you are enrolled, all our appointments are available to self-book online.
- UniSkills workshops are an opportunity to dive more deeply into a specific skill that will support you on your academic journey. They provide an informal and safe space where you will be supported alongside other students, from a variety of subjects and years, in a small group setting. There are no limits on how many workshops you attend and once you are enrolled all UniSkills workshops are available to self-book online.
- Ask Us has lots of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) available to search in our online knowledge base. And if you ever have a question that no one has asked before you can click straight through to the Catalyst Helpdesk who will either provide you with an answer or refer you on to UniSkills for further support.