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

Tue 18 February 2025, 10:00
How to read effectively
Online
This interactive workshop will help you to ensure you are reading effectively and provides an opportunity to practise a technique for active reading.

Tue 18 February 2025, 11:00
Introduction to generative AI at UWE Bristol
Online
First in the series of online library workshops for both students and staff. How generative AI can be used to enhance your studies and limitations.

Wed 19 February 2025, 14:00
How to plan and structure your writing
Online
This workshop looks at what written assignments are asking you to do, and how to go about planning and structuring an assignment.

Mon 24 February 2025, 11:00
Learning vocabulary
Online
Would your studies be easier if you knew more vocabulary?

Tue 25 February 2025, 14:00
Thinking differently: neurodiversity mindmapping and using Ayoa
Online
Explore how this visual way of recording ideas can help you with studying.

Wed 26 February 2025, 11:00
Using generative AI for writing and editing assistance
Online
Part of a series of online library workshops for both students and staff. How generative AI can be used for writing and editing assistance.

Wed 26 February 2025, 11:00
Academic skills PAL
3D042, Library, D Block, Frenchay Campus
Ace your presentations! Learn effective techniques and boost your confidence.

Wed 26 February 2025, 14:30
ADHD peer coaching programme
4D24, D Block, Frenchay Campus
Psychoeducational five-session peer-coaching programme starting 26 February to 26 March 2025 for ADHD students.

Wed 26 February 2025, 15:00
Get certified in Westlaw Edge UK
Online
A workshop to help you to make the best use of Westlaw Edge UK, one of the leading law databases and legal practice resources.

Thu 27 February 2025, 14:00
How to put your reading into your writing
Online
This workshop will help you to learn how to incorporate themes and ideas from multiple sources into your own work.

Mon 03 March 2025, 11:00
Introduction to generative AI at UWE Bristol
Online
First in the series of online library workshops for both students and staff. How generative AI can be used to enhance your studies and limitations.

Tue 04 March 2025, 15:00
How to manage your time
Online
We all know that time management is important to prioritise tasks, manage multiple deadlines and get everything done. This workshop will offer tips on identifying your priorities and being productive.
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