The books below all have further information in them that will help you with your studies. Click on the links to check if the book is available at the library site you will be visiting as part of your arranged school visit.
If you are an FE student studying at our Buxton and Leek College you can request books that are held at our other campus libraries. Items you request will be sent to your home campus library usually with 48 hours.
Time Management by
This pocket-sized guide provides students with practical advice and suggestions for successfully managing all aspects of their time while studying, from prioritising tasks to planning for individual assignments, group tasks and exams. Activities and self-assessments help students to identify how they learn best so that they can develop time management strategies that work for them. Concise yet effective, this is an essential resource for any student looking to improve their time management skills. Ideal for self-study, it contains a section on troubleshooting for those looking for a quick-fix solution.
Skilful Time Management by
'I was getting badly behind with my work - missing deadlines and not covering essential ground. Peter's practical suggestions have helped me prioritize my tasks, make much better use of my time, and get back on track.' BSc Economics student Are you, like many other students, faced with complex and often conflicting demands on your time? Do you feel as though you're constantly under pressure to make difficult decisions about what task to get on with next? Do you find having irregular deadlines superimposed on top of your weekly timetable a headache to deal with? This book is designed to help you cope with academic demands in a way that makes best use of your time - and puts you in control of your life. It is based on the principle that an ounce of organization can save you a ton of struggle. It shows you, among other things, how to Create a time-use strategy and put it into practice Plan your weekly routine Prioritize tasks, and manage two or more tasks at once Use your time productively Overcome blocks to getting started on tasks Make sure you meet deadlines
