Skills Week, beginning on Monday, 6th October, will feature a variety of events designed to help you enhance your academic, digital and research skills.
What’s On
Library Skills
Join our library workshops to enhance your research, referencing, and study skills.
| Workshop | Date | Time | Book a place |
| Harvard Referencing | Monday 6 October | 13:00 – 14:00 | Book a place |
| Which sources should you use? | Tuesday 7 October | 12:00 – 13:00 | Book a place |
| APA Referencing | Wednesday 8 October | 15:00 – 16:00 | Book a place |
| OSCOLA | Thursday 9 October | 11:00 – 12:00 | Book a place |
| RefWorks Fundamentals | Thursday 9 October | 13:00 – 14:00 | Book a place |
| OSCOLA | Thursday 9 October | 15:00 – 16:00 | Book a place |
| Chicago Referencing | Friday 10 October | 10:00 – 11:00 | Book a place |
Academic Skills
Join a workshop led by our Student Learning Services team.
| Workshop | Date | Time | Book a place |
| Writing Processes & Techniques | Wednesday 8 October | 10:00 – 11:00 | Book a place |
| Criticality & Critical Thinking | Wednesday 8 October | 14:00 – 15:00 | Book a place |
Digital Skills Hub
Digital skills are no longer optional – they’re essential for success in your studies, your future career, and everyday life. Whether you’re navigating university systems, collaborating online, or preparing for the workplace, having strong digital capabilities will set you apart.
The Digital Skills Hub is your one-stop destination to explore, assess, and grow your digital confidence. It’s designed for both students and staff, offering tailored resources that support learning, teaching, and professional development in a rapidly evolving digital world.
What you’ll find on the Hub
- Self-assessment tool: Use the JISC Discovery Tool to evaluate your current digital skill level. You’ll receive a personalised report highlighting your strengths and areas for improvement, along with embedded training resources to help you upskill.
- Cyber security & AI literacy: Stay safe and informed with dedicated sections on cyber resilience and digital safety. Learn how to protect your data, avoid phishing scams, and understand the role of AI in modern digital environments.
- Curated learning pathways: Whether you’re just starting or looking to advance, the Hub offers structured pathways to guide your development across seven core digital capabilities, from communication and collaboration to digital creation and problem-solving.
How to get started
Visit the Digital Skills Hub. Take the self-assessment, explore the training resources, and start building the skills that matter most.
Reading List and Book Display
Our curated Skills Week reading list brings together a selection of books designed to help you sharpen your academic toolkit, from time management and critical thinking to effective writing and digital literacy.
You’ll find even more resources by exploring LibrarySearch, and we’re always keen to hear your suggestions. If there’s a book you think we should add to the collection, let us know!
During Skills Week, pop into the Library to browse our Skills Week book display. It’s a great opportunity to discover new titles, get inspired, and take the next step in your learning journey.