Study skills
Key skills and resources

Referencing
Guides to referencing standards in use at UWE Bristol and links to some useful referencing tools.

Reading and writing
Improve your academic literacy, English language skills, and learn about plagiarism and copyright.

Research skills
Online advice and tutorials to help you develop your research skills.

Online learning
Advice and guidance on how to make the most of studying online.

English language
Find out about English language and grammar support for students at UWE Bristol

Prepare for assessments
Advice to help you prepare for assignments and exams.

Time management
Guidance to help you manage your time effectively and sort out your priorities.

Mathematics and statistics
Resources that will develop your skills in mathematics, statistics and numeracy.

Presenting and working with others
Advice on preparing presentations and working on group projects.

IT skills
IT, software and programming skills, including online tutorials.

Preparing for study
Online tutorials and advice to help you prepare for academic study at UWE Bristol.

College workbooks
Tailored online library workbooks for your subject or your college.
Generative artificial intelligence (AI) guides
Generative AI study skills guide
- Find out what generative AI is
- How it works
- Permitted use of generative AI
- Ethical considerations
- Strengths of generative AI
- Key limitations
Using generative AI at UWE Bristol
- Guidance on using generative AI
- How to reference using generative AI
- Good practice
- Different scenarios for AI use
Library study skills support
There are a number of ways you can get support from the library, such as talking to us at helpdesks, using our online chat service, booking 1:1s or attending workshops.
Library study skills supportStudy skills events

Mon 15 September 2025, 11:00
Introduction to using generative AI at UWE Bristol
Online
This session provides an overview of how to use generative AI effectively at UWE Bristol.

Mon 15 September 2025, 12:00
Drop in sessions for neurodivergence and mental health study support
Frenchay Library, Level 2, Frenchay Campus
Specialist practitioners are available in the library to answer your questions or support you with any issues impacting your studies.

Tue 16 September 2025, 12:00
Drop in sessions for neurodivergence and mental health study support
Bower Ashton Library, City Campus at Bower Ashton
The Specialist practitioners are available in the library to answer your questions or support you with any issues impacting your studies.

Tue 16 September 2025, 12:00
Drop In sessions for neurodivergence and mental health study support
Glenside Library, Glenside Campus
Specialist practitioners are available in the Library to answer your questions and support you with issues impacting your studies.

Tue 16 September 2025, 17:30
Introduction to Blackboard
Online
Blackboard is an important part of your learning. Come along and find out how to access it, what to expect and how to use it for the best results.

Thu 18 September 2025, 11:00
Introduction to using generative AI at UWE Bristol
Online
This session provides an overview of how to use generative AI effectively at UWE Bristol.

Thu 18 September 2025, 17:30
Introduction to Blackboard
Online
Blackboard is an important part of your learning. Come along and find out how to access it, what to expect and how to use it for best results.

Tue 23 September 2025, 11:00
Advancing your use of generative AI at UWE Bristol
Online
This session builds on the Introduction to generative AI session, demonstrating useful prompts to help you with things like reading, revising and planning

Tue 23 September 2025, 17:30
Introduction to Blackboard
Online
Blackboard is an important part of your learning. Come along and find out how to access it, what to expect and how to use it for best results.

Thu 25 September 2025, 11:00
Introduction to using generative AI at UWE Bristol
Online
This session provides an overview of how to use generative AI effectively at UWE Bristol.

Thu 25 September 2025, 17:30
Introduction to Blackboard
Online
Blackboard is an important part of your learning. Come along and find out how to access it, what to expect and how to use it for best results.

Mon 29 September 2025, 10:00
Meet International Learning Development staff
Online
A friendly session for international students to meet support staff, learn about UWE Bristol services and ask questions about studying here.
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