How to succeed at university : an essential guide to academic skills, personal development and employability / Bob Smale & Julie Fowlie.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Achieve all your goals for university -- whatever they are! How to Succeed at University provides straightforward, practical advice for anyone experiencing university life. Introducing the personal, academic and life skills you need to succeed - both at university and in today's competitive job market -- you'll find help with managing your time and budget, guidance on improving your day-to-day research skills, and tips for exam preparation. You'll also learn how to identify and develop key transferable skills that will stay with you throughout your professional life. Discover how to: * Improve your employability prospects and give yourself the advantage in the job market * Benefit from other students experience, with top tips and insider advice on succeeding in your studies * Explore the digital world of learning -- from software packages, online research skills and data management * Use what you learn right away, with handy downloadable checklists and worksheets. Pragmatic, up-front and sympathetic this is an essential companion for all undergraduate students, as well as anyone preparing for study at university.