Literature review: the process
You may have to write a literature review as part of a research project or as a standalone assignment. There is a lot involved in writing a literature review. So here are some general tips …
What is wrong with cramming?
Students often report that they cram before exams. But a review of the literature indicates that this is ineffective. So, what can be done instead? Research by the Chartered Institute …
Reading and researching for assignments: managing the sources
The reading and research effort involved in an assignment can be significant. And there is nothing more frustrating than when it comes to writing the assignment, knowing you have read something useful but cannot …
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Why should students learn about sustainability? It is not only because “our house is on fire” [1]
The 20th century had its challenges: nuclear weapons, world wars… And the 21st century has a clear one: Sustainable Development, even if there is no clear agreement on what that …
Insights: Employ.ed Internships (Part 2)
In the run up to the opening of the 2021 Employ.ed internship programme (for current 2nd, 3rd and penultimate year undergraduate students), we have asked a couple of previous interns to share their …
Managing group projects
Groupwork is a popular form of university assessment. However, it can be stressful: not everyone works in the same way or at the same pace, and you may need to discuss …
