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Getting the most out of Develop@Derby

Co-Curricular Offer 

Workshops and activities are available on campus and online to give you tailored guidance in a relaxed and supportive environment. These sessions take place in different formats across our campuses and focus on the Develop@Derby Skill Set and academic skills to support your personal growth and future career goals. 

  • Embedded teaching sessions: Delivered as part of your course, covering topics like academic writing, critical thinking, literature searching, and more. 
     
  • Learning Lunches: Short workshops open to all students, focused on core topics such as referencing, critical thinking, and academic writing. These are available on campus and online.  
     
  • Skills Labs: Informal but structured 45 minute sessions focusing on one of the ten essential skills. You’ll take part in activities, discussions, and reflections in a relaxed setting. 
     
  • Skills Boosters: Fun and interactive 15-minute activities that introduce you to a particular skill and signpost you to further resources. 
     
  • 1-1 appointments: If you'd like tailored advice, you can book a personal appointment with a member of the Academic Enhancement Team, either online or on campus. These appointments can be booked via the library home page or this link.

You can find and book onto upcoming learning lunches, skills labs and skills boosters via the calendar below.