How to succeed at university : an essential guide to academic skills and personal development
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How to succeed at university : an essential guide to academic skills and personal development
SAGE, 2009
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Includes bibliographical references (p. [250]-252) and index
Description and Table of Contents
Description
How to Succeed at University is a uniquely comprehensive study skills and personal development guide, incorporating coverage of personal skills, academic skills and job search skills within the framework of personal development planning.
All the key skills are covered, with a strong focus on the importance of the continuing personal development process and the ultimate goal of employability. In terms of personal skills, the book offers advice on handling stress, time management and developing interpersonal skills. The academic skills section concentrates on the skills crucial for learning effectively, carrying out research, writing up your work and tackling exams. The job search skills covered include discussion of how to identify the best job according to skill set and how to stand out in the applications and selection process.
This book will be an essential companion for all undergraduate students, whatever their subject of study, and for those preparing for study at University.
SAGE Study Skills are essential study guides for students of all levels. From how to write great essays and succeeding at university, to writing your undergraduate dissertation and doing postgraduate research, SAGE Study Skills help you get the best from your time at university.
Table of Contents
How to understand yourself and your development
How to plan your own personal development
How to improve your people skills
How to nurture yourself during the developmental process
How do you learn and how do you know what is required of you?
How to plan, conduct and review your research
How to write up and present your work in order to get better results
How to develop successful examination techniques
How to understand the job, internship or placement search process and what is required for success
How to understand the application process in order to get short-listed
How to give yourself the best chance of success in the selection process
How to continue developing yourself for your future success
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