Revising maths
This post was written by Kaden, a fourth-year mathematics student at the University of Edinburgh. In his free time he enjoys eating and watching movies. Whether you are doing a …
First year grades might matter more than you think!
There’s no doubt that for some the transition to higher education can be challenging. Aiming to alleviate the difficulties and academic pressure students face early on in their degree, Scotland’s …
Is your revision game up to date?
(Photo: Unsplash) Research has shown that when students want to revise, they tend to re-read or highlight their notes, lecture material, or textbooks [1]. The reasons are straightforward enough: both …
Tips for confidence in presentations
A presentation is not just a talk. It is an interactive performance; there is a real audience, looking at and listening to you, and expecting that you will interact with …
University reading – making it efficient
Reading is an essential part of university study. But when you look through the reading lists for your courses, they can seem daunting. You might be asking yourself how you …
Study Skills Consultation: Upgrade your study game
Welcome back to our “Conversations with Experts” series. In this post, Lesley, Aaron, Jenna, and Callum, the IAD’s Study Development Advisors, share how a Study Skills Consultation (SSC) can help …
