Centre for Academic Success
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Head Start WEBINAR SERIES THE NEUROSCIENCE OF REVISING Professor Phil Newton teaches neuroscience across a number of programmes, including MBBCh Graduate Entry Medicine, MSc Physician Associate Studies and a variety of our BSc courses in Medical Sciences. Find out more about the Neuroscience of learning and how understanding this can help you with revision.
SPOTLIGHT ON
Study Skills “In these strange times, we have all had to find new ways of teaching and learning, and finding methods that work for you will be enormously useful when it comes to starting your new course with us at Swansea University. Remember, everyone’s mind works differently - there’s no right or wrong way to study”
Professor Phil Newton, Director of Learning and Teaching
Prepare to cheat
Set a routine
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(BUT DON’T ACTUALLY CHEAT!)
Abnormal working hours and reduced Vitamin D, from natural sunlight, can impact cognitive function Setting aside periods of time to work on specific activities will help you to make sure tasks are completed on time - and in a good amount of time too. Scheduling regular breaks is essential, as is spending time outdoors, whatever the weather.
Just imagine having all the information you need at your finger tips! Creating a ‘cheat sheet’ will mean you have to sift through all your notes to find the key information you think you’re going to need. Deciding what is ‘key’ really helps you to recognise what you need to learn, and rewriting it helps you to remember it.
DR NIGEL FRANCIS Associate Professor
The Centre for Academic Success is here to support you in developing your academic study skills and achieve your goals. We can help you bridge the gap between where you are and where you need to be.
Nigel is the co-creator of the Immunology Wars online resource and website, a guide to the immune system through reference to the Star Wars series of films. This resource is available and accessible to all, but with an emphasis on introducing students to the fundamental basics of Immunology. WINNER OF THE 2020 BRITISH SOCIETY FOR IMMUNOLOGY TEACHING EXCELLENCE AWARD
• Improve your writing • Refresh your maths skills • Build your stats knowledge • Develop critical thinking • Manage your time better • Enhance your digital skills • Sharpen your communication skills • Learn how to avoid plagiarism
Make it memorable Big Elephants Carry Apples Up Stairs Easily... ‘ Why?’ we hear you ask Because that’s how you spell BECAUSE You can easily remember key concepts, sequences and anything else you need to learn by creating your own relatable story. Try a rhyme or mnemonic - the more familiar it is, the better you’ll remember.
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