Exams will soon be upon us, and if you’re wondering how best to prepare (other than starting early), consider the following tips. Research has shown that being in the right room at the right time on the right date significantly increases your chances of passing an exam. Remember…
Study Hack – Writing
Academic writing can be tough whether it be writing an essay or a literature review. We have some great resources in QUT Cite Write which will help you to get started, no matter what writing style you need. First things first, make a skeleton plan. You can do…
Study Hack – Academic Honesty, what is it?
What is Academic honesty? You might have heard it referred to as plagiarism or cheating, at QUT we have a huge pile of resources to help you give credit where credit is due and be authentic in your studies. So what do you do if you have a…
Study Hack – Time management to the rescue!
[youtube EzrJQz8jL3o] Making a plan and sticking to it is often the hardest part of studying. If we can manage our priorities and commitments we can often get things done quicker and with less stress. With Easter coming up everyone is looking forward to a break. Having a…
Set up for study success this semester
The first week of semester is about meeting new mates, your tutors and lecturers and gathering unit information – assignment due dates, classes, exams. Staying on top of your study load and setting yourself up for success from Week 1 can be achieved with a little planning and bookmarking study support resources…
Be prepared: Getting the best out of Study Solutions!
At the Library, there really is no such thing as a stupid question. Did you know that the most common question we get asked is, “Where are the bathrooms?” Helping you to find the bathroom is just one of the many ways we can help in the Library.…
Welcome to Semester 1
So – you’ve found the library; worked out your preferred coffee shop; eaten some free pancakes; toga-ed up and perhaps even deciphered the campus map to find your lecture locations. You’re feeling on top of things! It’s time to get serious. Keeping on top of your coursework and…
Bloom of doom
Poor Jacarandas. In Queensland they’re a signal that end of year exams are upon us and as such, the blooms strike fear, panic and desperation in students’ hearts and their beauty largely goes unappreciated. So, what can you do once the mass of purple fills the skies -…
Light! End of the tunnel!
The weather’s warming up, and all that sunshine is like a beacon of hope – it’s almost the end of semester! You’ve already handed in a few assignments and things are rolling along. To make sure you keep the momentum going, here are a few tips: Use the Assignment…
Get help with your assignments without leaving your couch!
For the times when you aren’t able to visit our Library Helpdesk on campus, we offer an online chat service, Chat to a Librarian. You can use Chat to a Librarian during semester at these times: Monday – Friday: 10am – 9.45pm Weekends and Public Holidays: 12pm –…