Directed Studies Week: 3 to 7 March 2025
Directed Studies Week is a break in the teaching schedule. It gives you the opportunity to catch a breath, get up to date with reading and prepare for assessments.
The next Directed Studies Week will take place from 3 to 7 March 2025.
You can view details of the Autumn 2024 Directed Studies Week, including recordings and slides where available on the event guide.
Directed Study Week event details
What Makes a Great Dissertation? Models and Approaches - Monday 4 November
Session provided by the Faculty of Arts.
Join Dr Daniel Mutibwa and learn about the models and approaches to make a great dissertation! This will be a hybrid session, join in-person or on Teams.
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Shine Bright: Stand Out with Work Experience - Monday 4 November
Session provided by the Careers Team.
Maximise the impact of your work experience with our workshop designed to help you highlight your achievements and skills effectively. Learn how to present your experience to make an impression on employers and stand out in the competitive job market.
Enhance your application further by joining our 'How to Write CVs and Applications' workshop for a complete job application boost!
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Unpacking journal articles in the Arts - Monday 4 November
Session provided by the Learning Development Team.
Advice for confidence when approaching journal articles, and support with navigating the variety of forms and structures they take.
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Criticality and argument in the Arts - Tuesday 5 November
Session provided by the Libraries Team.
This session defines these concepts, demonstrates how critical reading shapes critical writing, and supports you in expressing your critical voice. We explore different ways to incorporate criticality in your writing and consider how to use sources through quoting, summarising, and paraphrasing.
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Craft CVs and Applications That Get Noticed! - Tuesday 5 November
Session provided by the Careers Team.
Elevate your job applications with our workshop on writing CVs and applications. Get practical tips on structuring your CV, tailoring your applications to specific roles, and standing out in the competitive job market.
Boost your application success by combining this with insights from our 'How to Prepare for Interviews' and 'How to Stand Out with Work Experience' workshops!
Our Career Essentials workshops are designed to increase your knowledge, skills and confidence in a range of employability-related activities. From decision-making processes, to application skills and interview practice, we've got plenty on offer to support you.
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Using marking criteria and learning objectives to produce high-quality work - Wednesday 6 November
Session provided by the Learning Development Team.
Unpacking common terminology and advice for navigating marking criteria in the Arts, together with top tips for using feedback effectively.
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Study With Us Online - Wednesday 6 November
Session provided by the Academic Skills Team.
What can you do in 25 minutes? Plan an essay? Revise a set of flashcards? Come along to Study With Us on Wednesdays at 11am to find out how you can be productive in 25 minute chunks. We use the Pomodoro technique to help you break down your work into manageable intervals. Just bring along some reading or writing to work on.
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Assessment Centre Practice: Group Task - Career Essentials Workshop - Wednesday 6 November
Session provided by the Careers Team.
Enhance your ability to collaborate and communicate effectively in group tasks at assessment centres. This workshop provides practical exercises, strategies for success, and feedback to help you shine in team-based activities.
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Create a LinkedIn Profile That Stands Out! - Thursday 7 November
Session provided by the Careers Team.
Unlock the full potential of LinkedIn with our 'how to' workshop. Whether you're new to LinkedIn or looking to enhance your existing profile, this session will guide you through the essentials. Learn what LinkedIn is, its purpose, and the benefits it offers. We’ll take you step-by-step through creating a standout profile, from choosing the right profile photo to crafting an engaging 'About Me' section and showcasing your work experience effectively. Plus, discover how to optimise your profile to attract employers and how to use LinkedIn to expand your network, enhance your online presence, and boost your career prospects.
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Craft an impactful personal statement for further study! - Friday 8 November
Session provided by the Careers Team.
Our informative 'how to’ workshop designed to equip you with the essential information to craft an impactful personal statement for further study! Discover what to include in and how to structure your personal statement, as well as hearing some top tips and common mistakes to avoid. With 20 minutes of expert insights and 20 minutes of interactive Q&A, you'll leave confident and ready to stand out from the crowd.
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Additional pre-recorded sessions and resources
Money Matters Workshop
Session provided by Student Services.
This session will explore the realities of student money management during your studies. We’ll look at budgeting, how to make your money go further, and support available at the university and beyond. This informal and non-judgemental session will support you to make informed choices based on your own situation and priorities
Budgeting and taking control of your money.
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Mature Student Resources
The Mature Students' Information Hub was created by The Wellbeing Team in collaboration with mature students, it contains a wealth of useful resources tailored towards mature students.
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