Surviving First Year University

Introduction 1. Learning in the university environment: what to expect 2. Getting started: orientation and student support services 3. Getting off to a good start: planning and time managemetn 4. How to get great notes from your lectures 5. Researching your assignments: getting to know your library 6. Web surfing: finding what you need fast 7. Academic writing and referencing: essential survival skills 8. Writing essays, reports and reviews: the golden rules 9. Presenting with style 10. Working in groups 11. Passing exams Further resources Index