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Study Skills and UK Higher Education Practice 

If you are new to UK higher education, these Rise self-study packs will help you understand how university learning works and what is expected of you. 

Topics include: 

• Introduction to Studying in Higher Education 

• Practical Tips and Wellbeing in Higher Education 

• Your Academic Voice 

• Exploring Academic and Study Skills in a Social Context 

• Beyond the Academy 

These resources support your transition to university life and help you build confidence in your academic journey.

Additional study skills support:

• A Guide to Higher Education in the UK (10 minute video) 

• Study Skills | Manchester Metropolitan University 

• Study Skills - Preparing to study | Manchester Metropolitan University 

• Section: Workshops on-demand | Getting Ready to Learn | Manchester Met Moodle 

• Library support with research, generative AI, reading lists and citing and referencing   

• Enhance your academic writing, sharpen your critical analysis, and develop essential data skills with our range of targeted short courses
  
   

Citing and Referencing 

Citing and referencing are essential academic skills in UK higher education. They show where your ideas come from and help you avoid plagiarism. 

Most students at Manchester Met use the Cite Them Right Harvard referencing style, but you should always check with your department. 

Support is available to help you understand: 

• When and how to cite sources 

• How to format references correctly 

• UK academic writing expectations 

Explore more:  

• Referencing and study support | Manchester Metropolitan University 

• Citing and referencing | Manchester Metropolitan University 

• Workshops, tutorials and help guides: Section: Citing and referencing | Library Research and Referencing | Manchester Met Moodle
   

Academic Integrity 

Academic integrity means studying honestly and responsibly. This includes: 

• Correctly referencing sources 

• Using appropriate research methods 

• Submitting your own work 

The University provides guidance to help you understand UK academic standards and avoid academic misconduct. 

Explore more:  

• Academic integrity and misconduct | Manchester Metropolitan University 

• Topic: Study Right: Academic Integrity Toolkit | Academic Study Skills | Manchester Met Moodle
   

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