Time to revise? -Common pitfalls and how to overcome them.
It’s that time of year again when exams are on the horizon and you need to do some revision. This can be extremely daunting, especially as it can seem like there is so much...
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Explore all our study skills support – how can we help you?
Developing your study skills will help you to reach your potential. Explore our online study skills guides and resources. They can be used whenever you need them and cover a range of topics including...
Deadlines looming? Time running out? Make the best use of the time you have.
As deadlines rapidly approach you may feel that time is slipping away. But fear not! This blog will give you some hints and tips to help you manage your time effectively. Organisation is key!...
Deadlines approaching? – This is for you!
University deadlines are fast approaching. Over the coming weeks you are likely to complete multiple assignments, and perhaps sit several exams. While this may seem daunting, there are lots of ways you can make...
New RomArchive
This new website is designed to raise awareness of Romani cultures and arts through photographs and images, and aims to counter stereotypical presentations. The RomArchive collection has 10 subsections Visual Art, Dance, Film, Flamenco,...
DVD moves
The DVDs on the top floor of the Murray Library have been relocated to the shelves on the wall at the far side of the floor, next to the Special Collections room. We’ve moved...
Writing your dissertation- hints and tips.
In a previous blog, your dissertation-we can help!, we looked at how you can access advice and guidance on your dissertation from our Study Skills Advisers. This time we will offer some useful hints...
Study Skills Support – Make the most of your one-to-one
A one-to-one appointment with one of our Study Skills Advisers can be a great way to get some in-depth advice and guidance on developing your academic skills. Here are some tips to help you...
Your dissertation- we can help!
If you are an undergraduate or postgraduate student writing a dissertation or any final year project, this is for you. Chances are you have succeeded in many aspects of your studies already and made good...
Getting Started with Box of Broadcasts
BoB (Box of Broadcasts) Box of Broadcasts (or BoB) is an on demand TV & Radio service that The University of Sunderland’s Library Services has subscribed to. This means that our staff and students...
Passionate PhDs
Have you ever thought about podcasting your PhD? Welcome to the Passionate PhDs podcast. PhDs are much more than researchers. Let’s explore how PhDs have found their passion, career and themselves! Elizabeth Lam’s research interests focus...
Popular music journal latest issue – Music and magic
Are you studying music? If so, check out the latest issue of the ‘Popular Music’ journal. It focuses on music and magic, with a range of articles including sound, music and magic in football stadiums!...
Thinking Writing – Thesis Boot Camp
Are you doing your PhD? Can you get to London? Then read on. Applications for Thesis Boot Camp now open! Drop and give me 20,000 words! Are you a PhD researcher struggling with the writing...
Treasures of the British Library – available all year round
From Magna Carta and Shakespeare to Ada Lovelace and The Beatles. Discover some of the world’s most exciting, beautiful and significant books, manuscripts and sound recordings at the British Library, London. If you’re planning...
Free online course – From notation to performance: understanding musical scores
Would you like to know more about what musicians do in rehearsal and performance? Are you keen to learn different techniques for listening to and understanding music? This online course will help you understand...