Student and Study Life

You can access this module, and many others via the Spectrum.Life Student Helpline App which you can download to your phone or access online.

In this course, you’ll learn valuable advice on how to make a smooth transition into university life.

Chapters:

1. Creating new routines and adjusting to change
2. Five simple traits of successful students
3. Five things to know
4. Dealing with doubt and homesickness
5. Building a good social circle

Duration: Self directed learning at own pace, approx. 25 mins of content.

You can access this module, and many others via the Spectrum.Life Student Helpline App which you can download to your phone or access online.

This video explores a variety of challenges that postgraduate students can face throughout their journey at university, with Dr Fleur-Michelle Coiffait.

Duration: 35 minute Video

You can access this module, and many others via the Spectrum.Life Student Helpline App which you can download to your phone or access online.

Find out more about managing transitions, and perfectionism. As well as exploring unhelpful thinking patterns and where to reach out for support.

Chapters:

1. Introduction
2. Managing Transitions
3. Unhelpful thinking patterns
4. Dealing with perfectionism
5. Reaching out for support

Duration: Self directed learning at own pace, approx. 20 mins of content.

You can access this module, and many others via the Spectrum.Life Student Helpline App which you can download to your phone or access online.

A quick and practical guide to help students save money, avoid financial pitfalls, and start building for the future through smart habits, budgeting, and beginner investing tips.

Chapters:

1. Everyday Saving Hacks – Practical Tips for Students
2. What to AVOID & Staying Financially Healthy
3. Growing Your Savings - Building for the Future

Duration: Self directed learning at own pace, approx. 10 mins of content.

Free 2 hour workshops for undergraduates and postgraduates run throughout term-time on a variety of topics. These include:

• Using study time well
• Reading well
• Time management
• Presentation skills
• Exam revision

These sessions can be booked through the course booking system when they are available.

Drop-ins - these are on campus, no booking required! Not a workshop but an opportunity for a quick chat about any aspect of study. Weekly drop-in sessions take place on Wednesdays in room 506 on level 5 of Sir Duncan Rice Library from 11:00 to 13:00.

Throughout the semester the Student Learning Service run a series of workshops, open to all students, on a variety of topics, these include: note-taking, reading, time management, presentation skills, revision and exams and more.

Contact the Student Learning Service if you are interested: sls@abdn.ac.uk