Clearly illustrated with examples of written work and useful interactive exercises, this guide will encourage independent learning, helping arts and humanities students to develop effective study habits and learn successful strategies for reading and writing about theoretical texts.

Features a variety of examples of written work including students' work, and examples of published work
Contains interactive exercises and checklists which students can photocopy
Includes a chapter on transferable skills and employability
Recommends judicious ways for students to use the internet as a resource, and discusses social networking sites such as Facebook and Myspace as forums for collaborative thinking

Autorentext

Catherine Bates, Abi Matthewman

Inhalt

Introduction.- Adjusting to University Life.- Becoming a University Student.- Effective Reading.- Written Assignments.- Preparing For and Taking Examinations.- Life After University.- Index.