Library, study and digital skills
Study development tutorials and workshops
Get help with your study skills in a 1 to 1 tutorial, find out more about our Study for Success workshops, or explore our self-help resources.
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Our Study Development team are here to help you with your academic work. We can provide support with study strategies, planning processes, and writing skills.
You can book 1 to 1 tutorials with our tutors at any stage of your assignments.
We also provide self-help resources for you to explore at your own pace, and workshops and retreats for all students.
If you have any questions about our services, email us at studydevelopment@yorksj.ac.uk.
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Book a tutorial
Study Development tutorials are 1 to 1 sessions where you can get help with your academic work and skills. You can access tutorials tailored to your learning needs and goals, and we will work with you on a learning plan appropriate for you.
Tutorials can be helpful at any stage of your assignment, from receiving a brief to final proof reading. When you get support from Study Development, there are things we can and cannot do.
We can:
- Support you with developing a range of skills, including reading, writing (such as structure, grammar, communication), planning and organisation, thinking, and maths skills.
- Support you with understanding what your assignment brief is asking you to do.
- Read example paragraphs and small sections of your work to help guide your development.
- For maths tutorials, set different exemplar questions and tasks for you to work on.
We cannot:
- Proofread your work.
- Give you feedback on the subject content of your work, as we are not your lecturers.
- Tell you if your work meets a certain grade or criteria, as we are not the ones marking your work.
- Work on exam answers.
A tutorial session usually lasts around 45 minutes, and you can choose to book either an online or in-person session. To make the most of your tutorial, use our tutorial and meeting notes template before, during and after your tutorial:
Use the following links to book a tutorial with one of our team.
Book a tutorial with a Maths, Statistics and Data specialist
If you can't find a suitable tutorial time, please email studydevelopment@yorksj.ac.uk to join our waiting list. When emailing, please specify your preferred dates for the tutorial. If there's a cancellation, we will get in touch.
Our tutorial bookings open up four weeks in advance, so remember to check back then for more availability.
International student tutorials
International students can also book a tutorial with the International Programmes team for support with their academic skills development.
Self-help resources
From writing clearly to using evidence effectively, our self-help resources are here to support you with academic writing. Find resources on our Study skills guides page.
Study skills guides Maths Skills Guides
For a full reading list on study skills, see the Study development reading list.
Focus and Forward: Weekly Planning Hub
Monday, 11.00am to 12.00pm - LaunchPad
Wednesday, 11.00am to 12.00pm - Online
Looking for a space to set your study goals or plan your week? This weekly planning hub with Study Development combines practical planning techniques with goal-setting strategies to keep you organised, focused, and motivated.
Drop in to use the space and explore our resources, or book a 20-minute session with a Study Development Tutor for personalised guidance.
Focus and Write: YSJ PGR Writing Group
Where researchers write together.
Struggling to find time and focus for your writing? Focus and Write gives you two hours of dedicated writing time each week in a quiet, supportive environment with fellow postgraduate researchers.
Whether you’re drafting chapters, editing, or working on articles, these sessions provide:
- A dedicated time and space away from distractions.
- A sense of community, writing alongside peers who understand the challenges of PGR work.
- Gentle structure, so that you can make progress without pressure.
- Mondays, 1.00pm to 3.00pm (online, via Teams).
- Thursdays, 1.00pm to 3.00pm (in-person, in Launchpad).
Open to all postgraduate researchers – no need to book. Bring your laptop, notes, or whatever you need to work on.
Disability Study Start!
Join Study Development to discover study habits that will set you up for success in your new semester. For students who identify as having a disability.
Information for staff
You can request a Study Development workshop session for your students using our form.
Typically, we need at least 2 weeks' notice to schedule and plan a session. We will need to know your session requirements, including student level, delivery method, preferred times and dates, and the focus of the session.
