UoBe Ready
Helping you prepare for assessment season...
Assessments are an inevitable part of life, especially at university. They can be daunting but try not to worry. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to not only to showcase your skills, but also to receive feedback and reflect on your progress. You’ve got this but we’re here to help. Find out how to make the most of assessments and feedback, and what helpful resources, tools and advice are available, so you can #UoBeReady for assessment season.
Need a refresher or not sure where to start? The Academic Skills Centre are here to support you. Check out their upcoming workshops or recordings.
Plan ahead for summer exams. Note down key dates and find out how to access your personalised timetable.
Whatever you're looking for, our Assessment Support Hub is full of guides, tips, and videos to help you get organised and prepared.
Library busy? We’ve got new and improved study spaces across campus for you to get your head down and focus. Find a space that works for you.
It’s perfectly normal to feel anxious about assessments. But if you’re finding it hard to manage your anxiety, it's time to talk to someone. We're here for you.
We understand that your studies can sometimes be disrupted by things beyond your control. Learn more about the extenuating circumstances process.
Hear from our students
From study essentials to study spaces, our Student Content Shapers will be sharing their tips and advice - keep checking back for new content.
Is there anything you'd like our students to cover to help you #UoBeReady for assessment season? Send your ideas or needs via email to studentcommunications@contacts.bham.ac.uk.
Staying motivated as a new student
Starting university can be an overwhelming time for many. From mastering time-management to joining a society, international undergraduate Mariyam shares how she kept herself motivated in her first year.
Read Mariyam's blog on staying motivated
Fave study spaces on campus
Most of our students will spend a lot of time studying on campus, and there are lots of study spaces to choose from. We all have our favourites - what's yours? Check out Student Hannah's fave spaces to study.
Read Hannah's go-to study spaces on campus blog
Prioritising your mental health during assessment season
The new academic year is an exciting time for students, but a busy calendar of social events and studying can take its toll. Student Content Shaper May shares the five habits that have helped her stay on top of her mental and physical health.
Read May's blog on how she recharges
Stay fit and focused during your studies
Peter Antonio, from UoB Sport & Fitness shares his good habits to adopt to boost your productivity. Plus, Physio Student Ruaidhri shows us quick at-home workouts you can do during study breaks.
Read blog on staying fit to combat stress
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