HE Academic Achievement Support

Welcome to the Academic Achievement Hub for Higher Education learners. Whether you’re just beginning your academic journey or aiming to refine your skills, this space is designed to support your success every step of the way. Here, you’ll find a wide range of resources, tools, and expert guidance tailored to help you build confidence, improve your academic performance and reach your full potential.

Study Support Resources

A wide range of academic support materials are available that are designed to help you develop key skills in academic writing, critical thinking, and assignment planning.

These guides are ideal for improving your writing, understanding academic expectations, and planning your assignments effectively.

Download these resources now.

• Reflective Writing E-Guide
• Criticality E-Guide
• Essay Structure and Planning E-Guide
• Academic Glossary
• Can I Use It? – Academic Resource Checklist

Academic Skills Workshops

We offer regular Academic Skills Workshops to support your learning. These sessions cover topics such as essay writing, critical analysis and reflective practice.

• No booking required – workshops are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
• If you’re unable to attend in person, recorded webinar versions will be available on the Learner Connection page on SharePoint.

Workshop Dates & Times:

Academic Skills Refresher  – Boost your understanding of referencing, formal language, and more!

Monday 15th September, 3 – 4pm

Friday 19th September, 9 – 10am 

Criticality – Critical thinking, critical reflecting, and building a really strong argument. 

Tuesday 23rd September, 1 – 2pm

Thursday 25th September, 1 – 2pm

Reflective/Reflexive Writing – About: Learn the difference and how to do it.

Monday 29th September, 3 – 4pm

Wednesday 1st October, 3 – 4pm

Essay Writing Skills – About: Planning, structure, and making sure you meet the Learning Objectives. 

Tuesday 7th October, 1 – 2pm

Friday 10th October, 9 – 10am 

Literature Reviews – How to research for them, structure them, and write them.

Wednesday 15th October, 3 – 4pm 

Thursday 16th October, 9 – 10am 

Artificial Intelligence – Acceptable use, plagiarism, and AI as a research partner/study support.

Monday 20th October, 3 – 4pm 

Wednesday 20th October, 3 – 4pm 

Proofreading and Editing – Skills to refine your assignments and get the grade you deserve.

Tuesday 21st October, 1 – 2pm

Thursday 23rd October, 1 – 2pm