Next Steps to University: From Choosing A Course to Your First Assessment

From making friends to independent study, get helpful tips for university life.

Going to university might be one of the biggest decisions you’ll ever make.

On this course, you’ll explore what higher education is all about and learn tips for making the most of your university life and study.

Your time at university is about more than earning a qualification. It’s a life-changing experience where you’ll meet new people from around the world, become independent in your thinking, and make decisions about your personal and professional future.

This course will break down everything from academic referencing to budgeting – and challenge some myths along the way.

This course is designed for anyone considering entering a UK university in the near future.

Those with a general interest in the evolving world of higher education may also be interested in the course content.

• From decision making to Freshers' Week
• Introductions
• Before you arrive
• Settling in
• The first week
• Final thoughts
• Academic skills
• Introductions
• Teaching and learning at university
• The library and digital skills
• Assessment
• Final thoughts