Undergraduate
Everything you need to know to help you prepare for your first few weeks in the School of English including induction task information, an induction calendars of events, reading lists and module choice information.
An overview of online tools such as blackboard, CiCS and Encore
Information regarding the assessment process within the School
Details on attendance monitoring and how to provide updates on absences
Information on careers support and guidance
What to expect from your graduation at the end of the academic year
Information regarding study abroad opportunities
How to apply for extensions for your assignments
Information regarding the Student wellbeing service
Information about potentially sensitive content in classes and content warnings
Information regarding who the department's EDI representative is, the University's Race Equality handbook and how to add your personal pronouns to Blackboard.
A guide to using digital accessibility tools during your studies.
Please also see the School of English's Digital Accessibility Statement
mySkills helps you record, build and reflect on your skills - to help create your CV, strengthen job applications, and improve your interview performance.
Click on the link above to find out more about mySkills.
Powerpoint slides from the 2022-23 Research Ethics Workshop.
Everything you need to know about the University's Research Ethics policy and approval process.
Please use the link above to view the University's Consent Conversation handbook.
Please note that this document discusses the topic of sexual assault which some may find triggering.
An Introduction to the Disability and Dyslexia Support Service.
A specialist and friendly team that supports disabled students with long-term impairments or conditions that has an impact on studies.
Get Involved
The University places great value on the opinions of its students and there are various opportunities for you to get involved, both to have your say and also to represent the views of other students:
Have your say on your course by becoming an academic rep or by speaking to these students and sharing your views.
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