Academic Success: A Student's Guide to Studying at University: 77 (Bloomsbury Study Skills) - Softcover

Jean Brick; Nick Wilson; Deanna Wong; Maria Herke

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1352002620 ISBN 13: 9781352002621

Publisher: Red Globe Press, 2018

Synopsis

This hands-on book introduces students to the demands of university study in a clear and accessible way and helps them to understand what is expected of them. It helps students to develop the core skills they need to succeed at university, and gives guidance on the key forms of academic writing, including essays, reports, reflective assignments and exam papers. It shows students how to recognise opinions, positions and bias in academic texts from a range of genres, develop their own 'voice' and refer to others' ideas in an appropriate way. It also features authentic examples of academic texts and engaging activities throughout to aid understanding.



Packed with practical guidance and self-study activities, this book will be an essential resource for all students new to university-level study.

About this title

About the Authors

Jean Brick was formerly a Lecturer in the Department of Linguistics at Macquarie University, Australia.

Nick Wilson is a Lecturer in the Department of Linguistics at Macquarie University, Australia.

Deanna Wong is a Lecturer in the Department of Linguistics at Macquarie University, Australia.

Maria Herke is a Lecturer in the Department of Linguistics at Macquarie University, Australia.

From the Back Cover

'This book delivers exactly what the title promises: everything a student needs to be successful in their studies.' - Lee Fallin, University of Hull, UK

'An invaluable guide to the nature of successful learning in a university context, which will help students better prepare for and manage the challenges faced in tertiary studies.' - Professor Jack Richards, University of Sydney, Australia

'Academic Success includes everything a new student needs to know about university: from how a university works through to advice on reading, writing and thinking academically, including differences between disciplines. It's a comprehensive, useful guide to transitioning to university and succeeding in your studies.' - Helen Cooper, University of Birmingham, UK

Making the transition to university study can be a challenge. Besides extending your knowledge and developing new skills, you will also need to communicate in ways that reflect new approaches and values. This hands-on book will introduce you to the demands of university study in a clear and accessible way and help you to understand what is expected of you.

With this helpful guide by your side, you will learn how to:

• Recognise opinions, positions and bias in academic texts from a range of genres
  
• Think critically and apply this to your own work
  
• Develop your own voice and academic identity, and refer to others' ideas in an appropriate way
  
• Structure and write effective essays, reports, reflective assignments and exam papers
  
• Participate actively in tutorials, seminars and group work
  

Packed with practical guidance and self-study activities, this book will help you to boost your academic performance whatever your subject area.

Jean Brick was formerly Lecturer in the Department of Linguistics at Macquarie University, Australia.

Nick Wilson, Deanna Wong and Maria Herke are all Lecturers in the Department of Linguistics at Macquarie University, Australia.

Edition details

• Publisher: Red Globe Press
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1352002620
• ISBN 13: 9781352002621
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 244