Settle back into studying
It can be hard to get back into the study mindset after a long break, holiday, placement or interruption. You can get prepared for this next stage by improving your study skills, finding support and accessing key resources - that's where our friends at the Library can help.
The Library isn't just a place to borrow books, it's your one-stop shop for academic support. The team can help you improve your study skills through workshops, one-to-one appointments and access to free courses through Linkedin Learning. Here are just a few ways that they can help you settle back in and boost your study skills for this new stage.
Learn how to learn effectively
Our e-learning guides cover how to find information, personal effectiveness, academic integrity and much more to help you study smarter, not harder.
Get academic support
Whether you want to boost your academic writing to improve your essays, develop your IT knowledge, or improve your numeracy skills, our teams are here to help you. Improving these skills can not only improve your academic performance but boost your employability. Explore the links below to book workshops and one-to-one sessions.
Support for second year students
Don't worry if you worried about making the transition into your second year, you're not alone. Our team can help you understand the shift in expectations needed to meet the demands of studying at level 5.
Meet your Student Progression Assistants
If you need more academic support, reach out to the Student Progression Assistants (SPAs) in your school - they can help you find information relating to your studies, submit Personal Mitigating Circumstances and access support services. Basically, they're your go-to person if you experience any issues that may affect your academic progression.
- School of Arts, Media and Creative Technology (SPA) - am-spa@salford.ac.uk
- Salford Business School (SPA) - sbs-spa@salford.ac.uk
- School of Health and Society - healthsociety-spa@salford.ac.uk
- School of Science, Engineering and Environment - see-spa@salford.ac.uk
- Salford Languages - salfordlanguages@salford.ac.uk
Visit the Disability Inclusion Service
Are you disabled or have a condition that affects your learning? Make sure to contact the Disability Inclusion Service to see what academic support they can provide to help you in your teaching and assessments. This could include extra time for assessments, extended book loans from the Library and support for field trips.
Explore our wellbeing support
Uni life isn’t always easy and, as you enter this next stage, you may need extra support with your mental health. Our trained team of friendly Wellbeing Advisers and Counsellors are here to support you with advice and resources that can help you succeed in your life and your studies, as well as look out for your peers. Visit our website to find out what support the team can offer you and how to get in touch.