Study skills online
Explore the online resources below to find out further information about skills related to your academic work, including hints, tips, videos, templates and downloads.
University study
Explore the following resources to support you in making a successful transition to university study.
Using digital learning tools (a Digital Learning resource)
Everyday skills
Explore the following resources to help you get the most out of your degree programme.
Generative AI
Explore the following resources and contacts to support your use of Generative AI in your studies.
Generative AI for essay and report writing
Generative AI Academic Prompt Bank
Principles for Generative AI in learning and teaching
Writing
Explore the following resources to refine your approach to academic writing.
Developing an academic argument
Scientific and lab report writing
Referencing (a University of Sheffield Library resource)
Maths
Explore the following resources for all levels of maths abilities from basic to advanced.
Maths and Statistics Help (MASH)
Statistics
Explore the following resources for all levels of statistics abilities from basic to advanced.
Maths and Statistics Help (MASH)
Assessment
Explore the following resources to help you perform across a range of assessment types.
Communication
Explore the following resources to support your verbal and written communication skills.
Managing Your Emails (Student Guidance)
Research
Explore the following resources to support all stages of the research process.
How to write a Research Proposal
Research and critical thinking (a University of Sheffield Library resource)
Academic wellbeing
Explore the following resources and contacts to support your academic well-being throughout your studies.
Student Mental Health, Counselling and Therapies Service
We are constantly working to improve and add to these resources. If you have any suggestions or feedback, let us know.
The Summer Skills Spark: 5 weeks to ignite your research skills
Are you working on a dissertation or research project this summer?
The Summer Skills Spark offers workshops to support you through every step of the process. You'll have opportunities to plan your projects, develop your research skills, explore dissemination techniques, and consider a future career in research.
Collaboration between 301 Academic Skills Centre, the University Library, Digital Learning, and the Careers and Employability Service.