Academic Tutors
It is important that you tell your Academic Tutor about any problems you are having with your studies, so that we can help you before it is too late: it is always better to keep us informed of any obstacles you are experiencing rather than leaving it until it has started to seriously affect your academic performance. We are always willing to take special circumstances into account. For help with pastoral care or extenuating circumstances please contact the Student Experience Team
We will help if we possibly can; if we can’t, we will find you someone who can.
Click the links below to find out who your Academic Tutor is:
Click the button below to find out the office hours for our teaching staff.
FAQs
What is an Academic Tutor?
Your Academic Tutor is there to support you through your degree: You should see your Tutor to discuss your choice of modules each semester; receive a detailed breakdown of marks for each module, when available; discuss your academic progress; discuss any problems which may be interfering with your academic work.
When do I meet my Academic Tutor?
Meetings with your Academic Tutor will be in the form of both individual and group tutorial sessions, the group sessions will be timetabled and added to your timetable on the iSheffield app, individual sessions will be scheduled at the beginning of semester, and you will be free to stop by and speak to your academic tutor during their appointmented office hours.
What can I discuss with my Acadenic Tutor [Year 1] :
How to manage deadlines
Preparation for exams/assessments
Referencing
Understanding feedback
Submission procedures
The use of AI (Helpful link to 301)
Module choice
Managing independent study
Working with peers
Progression issues e.g. not meeting grade requirements
How are they adjusting to university life
What can I discuss with my Academic Tutor [Year 2] :Managing deadlines
Time management
Preparation for exams/assessments
Referencing
Understanding feedback
Submission procedures
Module choice
Managing independent study
Progression issues e.g. not meeting grade requirements
Managing the additional pressures that level 2 brings e.g. grades been calculated towards the final degree classification
Support with the increase in difficulty and complexities of level 2 work
Preparation for dissertation and extended projects e.g. structuring longer pieces of work
Advice on applying for summer internships and work experience
Employability skills and support
The use of AI (Helpful link to 301)
What can I discuss with my Academic Tutor [Year 3]Strategies for managing/ prioritising workload
Preparation for final exams/assessments
Submission procedures for dissertation/ final year project
Managing independent study for final year projects
Progression queries for future employment/ further study/ placement year/ year abroad
Career planning and post-graduate applications
What should I do if I have concerns about my Academic Tutor ?
If, for any reason, you feel that the Tutor assigned to you is inappropriate, you should approach Niall Connolly, Senior Tutor to seek a change.
Where can I see who my personal adviser is?
This information can also be found on your student record through MUSE or through the level links below.