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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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...
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...
Sport and Exercise Science Webinar
Should we be using Bayesian methods to find out if our training techniques actually produce faster, better, stronger athletes? The webinar will be presented by Dr Tony Myers (reader at Newman University, Birmingham) and...
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...
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...
Topol Review Report published today
The Topol Review, led by cardiologist, geneticist, and digital medicine researcher Dr Eric Topol and produced by Higher Education England, explores how to prepare the healthcare workforce, through education and training, to deliver the...
Royal Society of Chemistry seminar series – Hydrogels: from small molecules to soft materials
The University will be hosting a Royal Society of Chemistry seminar series on Thursday 31st January. The seminar is entitled Hydrogels: from small molecules to soft materials and will be presented by Dr Alison...
NHS Long Term Plan Launched
The Government has published a long term plan for the NHS which sets out its vision for the NHS over the next 10 years. In summary the NHS Long Term Plan: explains how the...
Library Assignment Drop-ins – A Fashion Students View
Hi my name is Nargis Akthar a 3rd year University of Sunderland student doing a placement at The Murray Library. I’m studying Fashion Design & Promotion doing a placement that involves working with the...
Being Human Festival: 1918: The End of the First World War and New Beginnings for Women
Academics from the School of Culture will be delivering discussions on what 1918 meant to Sunderland. History students, and those with an interest in local history may wish to attend the event at Sunderland...