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FAQs about How to Study
Questions new students ask
As you read the answers to these questions, think about the skills that students need for effective study at university. These questions were developed from a survey of first year students.
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Study Expectations
- What should I expect of university study?
- What do I need to do as a beginning university student?
- What can I do to make the most out of lectures?
- How important is reading for getting good results?
- How do I contact my lecturers?
Time Management
- How do I study most effectively?
- How do I organise my study time and complete the reading I need to do?
- When do I begin work on assignments?
Writing and Referencing
Unit Information
Academic Regulations
- What if I don’t hand an assignment in on time?
- Whom do I see to find out more information about getting credit for previous subjects and about transferring to a different course within the university?
Enrolment and Timetable
Accessing Electronic Information
- How do I find out my passwords for accessing electronic information and how do I access my student email address?
- Do lecturers place their lecture materials on the web?
- How do I use the library system to find journal articles?
