Get ready to learn at University

Begin with this collection of information and videos on getting connected to some of the IT systems, services and resources at Salford, including the Student Hub, Blackboard and Microsoft 365 and its tools.

Estimated duration is 30 minutes.

Complete the eLearning

• Learning to Learn at University
  Learn about your learning preferences, the difference between surface and deep learning, different ways of thinking about and approaching your learning and how to develop a learning mindset. Estimated duration is 25 minutes.

• Be a successful independent learner
  Learn about the expectations of study at higher education level, the skills needed for independent study, how to actively participate in, and take control of, your learning and your responsibilities as a learner in relation to engaging with your studies online and face to face. Estimated duration is 15 minutes.

• Teaching methods
  Learn about the different methods of learning and teaching that will be used on your course, what you need to do to prepare for taught sessions and how your teaching is organised. Estimated duration is 10 minutes.

What is this workshop?

This workshop will introduce you to the Library resources, facilities and services available to you as a student at the University of Salford, how to use them, and how they will help you.

It includes:

• Advice for new students and international students;
• An introduction to reading lists;
• Finding and borrowing books;
• Accessing our electronic resources;
• Developing your academic skills;
• Where to get help and support.

Workshop schedule and booking can be found below.