Study skills
Thinking Differently Café
Key Information:
- Date and time
- Wed 30 November 2022
12:00 - 13:30 - Location
- 4D24, Frenchay Campus Library, Further info
- Contact
- ALS Team als@uwe.ac.uk
- Cost
- Free
- Attendance
- Booking not required
Description
- Do you think differently to others? Wonder if you have undiagnosed Specific Learning Differences, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, ADHD, Autism?
- Do you have a neurodivergent profile and want to learn new strategies to enhance your grades?
- Want to explore new approaches to research, reading and notetaking?
- Are you stuck on how to get started on an assignment or manage your workload?
We offer
- A welcoming space where you can come along with a study related question or something you are working on.
- A place to meet like-minded students, to share ideas and support.
- Advice on diagnostic screenings and assessments.
Where
- We'll be in room 4D24 right next to the Library Lounge on Level 4.
How to attend
Just turn-up with some work or some questions. Feel free to bring a drink.
Why not also consider attending other study skills events?
- Cost: Free
- Attendance: Booking not required
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