Insessional support and language development
Language and skills events and workshops
Attend our workshops and events to improve your knowledge and skills. All workshops and events are free of charge.
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Attend our academic discussion group
York Campus
Join our weekly discussion group. Try out your discussion and argument skills on academic topics. Practise critical thinking and giving your opinion, with no assessments or preparation needed.
This group will return in September 2024.
Attend a workshop
Improve the skills you need for successful participation in your university studies. These workshops are open to all York St John students and are free of charge.
As part of the De-Stress Fest (22 to 26 April 2024), to help you to feel more prepared for your assessments, you are welcome to our online workshops:
Exam preparation, independent study and time management workshop
Tuesday 23 April, 11.00am to 12.00pm
Join online (via Microsoft Teams)
Critical evaluation and writing
Wednesday 24 April, 11.00am to 12.00pm
Join online (via Microsoft Teams)
Presentation skills for individual, group and poster presentations
Thursday 25 April, 11.00am to 12.00pm
Join online (via Microsoft Teams)
Answering the Question/Route Mapping (essay organisation)
Friday 26 April, 11.00am to 12.00pm
Join online (via Microsoft Teams)
ISLD International Student Quiet Reading for Relaxation
'Reading can take you anywhere' - escape into a relaxing book: Meet at the entrance to Fountains Library to explore and enjoy some quiet reading with other international students.
- Wednesday 24 April, 3.15pm to 3.45pm
- Thursday 25 April, 10.00am to 10.30am