Leeds Beckett University: Skills for Learning

Academic Skills Tutor William Connell sits down with Specialist Study Skills and Inclusive Practice Tutor Phill Ruddock to unpack the real experiences of first-year university students. Drawing on the voices of 40 students from a recent focus group, they explore what undergraduates wish they’d known before starting university, the challenges they faced, and the support that can make a difference.

Academic Librarian Catherine Parkin talks to Learning Resources Librarian Jacqui Hunt, about how Online Reading Lists can support  independent learning, save time and help students feel more in control of their workload.

Wellbeing Practitioner Richard Newman and Specialist Mentor Team Manager Matt Graham talk to Skills for Learning tutor Miles Mitchard about wellbeing and academic skills.

In this episode, Tim Deignan from Disability Advice and Joe Larkin from the Academic Skills team discuss what academic integrity really means and share some tips on how to demonstrate this in your writing and avoid plagiarism.

In this episode, Morven Grindrod and Tim Deignan from the Disability Advice Team share their thoughts on how to read effectively for your course while you’re at university.

In this episode, Skills for Learning tutor Miles Mitchard talks to recent graduates Anna and Lucy about their experiences of moving into their third year of study.

Skills for Learning tutor Laura Key discusses why all students should access academic skills support with Dr Tom Mitchell from the Carnegie School of Sport.

Skills for Learning tutors Laura Key and Karen Croft discuss what makes a good presentation. 

Academic Librarian Jennie Winterburn discusses finding information with Skills for Learning tutor Laura Key. 

Skills for Learning tutors Laura Key and Miles Mitchard discuss what your feedback means and what you should do next to make the most of your feedback.

Skills for Learning tutors Laura Key and Miles Mitchard examine what goes into a really good assignment, from planning and structure to evidence, referencing and the final editing process.

Hear from LBU staff and students about how to develop your academic skills and achieve assignment success. Whether you're on campus or at home, at your desk or on the go, you can listen at a time that suits you.  Skills for Learning podcast episodes are published regularly and cover a broad range of academic skills topics. Remember to check back regularly for new episodes!