The Study Advice team run webinars throughout the year to support you with all aspects of your study. From revising for your exams to preparing for your dissertations, these friendly webinars are designed for you to get some tips from the experts and put your studies on track for success.
After attending a webinar, you may also want to book a 1-2-1 session with a Study Adviser to discuss a particular assessment or issue in more depth. Appointments can be booked by completing this simple online form.
For those that prefer online resources, we have a suite of video tutorials and study guides covering all aspects of study on our Study Advice pages.
Our webinars and workshops count for the training component of your RED Award
Please ensure you are logged in to your student account before booking
For booking issues please email: studyadvice@reading.ac.uk
| Week | Date | Topic | Details | Link to book |
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| 1 |
Wednesday, 12 February 2-3pm |
Writing up your dissertation (Part 1): Literature review | This webinar will focus on the literature review section of the dissertation. We will discuss the function of this section, key elements of its structure, and how to approach planning and writing it. | Book |
| 2 |
Wednesday, 19 February 2-3pm |
Writing up your dissertation (Part 2): Methodology and results | In this webinar, we will focus on the Methods and Results sections of the dissertation. What are they supposed to look like? What writing strategies are appropriate for each? We will review the function of these chapters, ways to structure them, and what to focus on when writing up. | Book |
| 3 |
Wednesday, 26 February 2-3 pm |
Writing up your dissertation (Part 3): Discussion and conclusion | This session will examine the Discussion and Conclusions sections of the dissertation. We will discuss how to build on your research findings, place these into a broader context, and showcase your key research contributions. | Book |
| 4 |
Wednesday, 5 March 2-5 pm |
Dissertation writing retreat (in person) Global Study Lounge Edith Morley 230 | Are you struggling to write your dissertation? Come along to this in person session which offers you a place and space to write, using known techniques to get you going. During the set writing blocks you can book a slot to speak to a Study Adviser and receive individual advice. You should be available for the whole session, and remember to bring your work and your laptops (or pen and paper) with you. Global Study Lounge, Edith Morley room 230 | Book |
| 5 |
Wednesday, 12 March 2-3 pm |
Breaking down assessment briefs and assessment criteria | This webinar is designed to help you interpret and make effective use of your assessment-related information. We will examine different assessment types, how to identify and meet key requirements in your brief, and how to use the assessment criteria to optimise your work. | Book |
| 6 |
Wednesday, 19 March 2-3 pm |
Using generative AI tools effectively: tips and guidance | When am I allowed to use generative AI tools? How do I use these safely and productively? We will explore and answer these questions, as well as offer guidance generally on how to use AI effectively in your work. | Book |
| 7 |
Wednesday, 26 March 2-3 pm |
Understanding and avoiding plagiarism | This webinar will review the key principles of academic integrity and some common mistakes that may lead to poor academic practice. We will then explore strategies you can use to improve the academic integrity of your work and avoid unintentional plagiarism. | |
| 8 |
Wednesday, 23 April 2-3 pm |
Using feedback to improve your grades
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This webinar examines the key role of feedback in academic practice. We will identify ways to access, interpret, and act on assessment feedback over the course of your study. |
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| 9 |
Wednesday, 30 April 2-3 pm |
What does it take to get a First? | This webinar will demystify what lecturers are looking to find in First-class work, and will help you understand some strategies you can use to move up into the higher grade boundaries. | Book |
| 10 |
Wednesday, 7 May 2-3 pm |
How to be critical | Critical thinking is an important element of university study. In this webinar, we will explore the notion of critical thinking and identify key attitudes and strategies for becoming a critical thinker. | Book |
| 11 |
Wednesday, 14 May 2-3 pm |
Preparing for your exams | With exams around the corner, this webinar will help you prepare for the weeks ahead. It will cover how to make an effective revision plan, considering when, where and what to study. Next week’ s session will compliment this by putting best revision techniques into practice. | Book |
| 12 |
Wednesday, 21 May 2-5 pm |
Revision Retreat (in person – Global Study Lounge Edith Morley Room 230) | Are you preparing for exams? Need a dedicated space to focus and study? Come along to this in person session which offers you a place and space to revise, using known techniques to get you revising. During the set timed revision blocks you can book a slot to speak to a Study Adviser and receive individual advice. You should be available for the whole session, and remember to bring your revision notes and your laptops (or pen and paper) with you. Global Study Lounge, Edith Morley room 230 | Book |
We offer help and training on the EndNote and Mendeley reference management systems to manage and create references. See the boxes below for details of our workshops.
Our reference management workshops count towards your Red Award.
For alternative ways to learn about these useful tools see our Managing references guide:
Select from the following times. Just click on the title to book your place. In person workshops take place in the Library.
Please ensure you are logged in to your student account before booking
For booking issues please email: studyadvice@reading.ac.uk
| Week | Date | Topic | Details | Location | Link to book |
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| Assessment week 1 |
Friday, 30 May 9:30 - 12:30 |
Masters’ Writing Retreat: Literature reviews – in person |
This session will begin with with tips on the purpose, structure, language, and style of a literature review section, followed by set writing blocks to achieve your writing goals for the day. You can, if you wish, book a slot to speak to a Study Adviser or an Academic English tutor and receive individual advice. |
Global Study Lounge, Edith Morley room 230 | Book |
| Assessment week 2 |
Friday, 6 June 9:30 - 12:30 |
Masters’ Writing Retreat: Methodology – in person |
We will start the session with tips on the purpose, structure, language, and style of a methodology section, followed by set writing blocks to achieve your writing goals for the day. You can, if you wish, book a slot to speak to a Study Adviser or an Academic English tutor and receive individual advice. |
Global Study Lounge, Edith Morley room 230 | Book |
| Assessment week 3 |
Friday, 13 June 9:30 - 12:30 |
Masters’ Writing Retreat: Results and Discussion– in person |
We will start the session with tips on the purpose, structure, language, and style of a results and discussion section, followed by set writing blocks to achieve your writing goals for the day. You can, if you wish, book a slot to speak to a Study Adviser or an Academic English tutor and receive individual advice. |
Global Study Lounge, Edith Morley room 230 | Book |