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
Wednesdays, 1.00pm to 2.00pm
Holgate 139
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.
Attend an in-person 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.
Dates for upcoming workshops will be available soon.
Attend an online winter workshop
Monday 4 December to Friday 8 December, 2.00pm to 3.30pm
Online, via Microsoft Teams
Our brand new online winter workshops will allow you to develop the skills you need to excel in your university studies. These workshops are open to all York St John students and are free of charge.
Our upcoming online workshops are:
Date | Workshop | Location |
Time |
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Monday 4 December | Approaching the assignment and critical thinking in research and writing | Join us on Teams | 2.00pm to 3.30pm |
Tuesday 5 December | Writing clearly and academically: focusing on academic style and essay organisation | Join us on Teams | 2.00pm to 3.30pm |
Wednesday 6 December | Referencing, paraphrasing and avoiding plagiarism | Join us on Teams | 2.00pm to 3.30pm |
Thursday 7 December | Report writing | Join us on Teams | 2.00pm to 3.30pm |
Friday 8 December | Perfecting your presentations and using your feedback | Join us on Teams | 2.00pm to 3.30pm |