A topic that’s on the mind of every new student—preparing to study at university. Whether you’re packing your bags for the first time or returning for another year, getting ready for uni life at YSJ is both exciting and a little overwhelming. From knowing what to expect from university, to practical steps you can take, we’re here to help you get started.

In this episode, we are joined by Dr Katherine Cross, who is a Study Development Tutor and also a Lecturer in Liberal Arts at YSJ, as we explore preparing to study!

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Episode resources:

YSJ Assistive Technology: Technology, planning and organisation

YSJ Learning Success Hub - resources and tools to support your study

Want a Wall Study Planner poster? Pick them up from the library or from London campus or download Time Management and Planning resources from the Skills Guides area of YSJ Learning Success Hub.

Trailer! Your hosts, Study Development, introduce this essential podcast for York St John University students, designed to help you thrive academically and beyond. Whether you're new to university or looking to enhance your study techniques, this podcast offers practical tips, strategies, and insider knowledge to help you succeed. From effective note-taking and time management to staying motivated and balancing university life, each episode equips you with the tools to excel. Tune in weekly for expert advice, inspiring stories, and a boost of YSJ spirit as you unlock your full potential!

Study Development is part of Library and Learning Services at York St John University.

Transcript

[Intro Music - Upbeat and Energizing] 

Welcome to 'Learning Success at YSJ,' the podcast dedicated to helping you thrive in your academic journey at York St John University! The Study Development Team are your hosts, and whether you're a first-year finding your feet, an experienced student looking to fine-tune your study techniques, a final year looking head to the future, or a research student looking to level up, you’ve come to the right place. In this podcast, we’ll dive into all things learning, including tips, strategies, and insider knowledge you need to succeed. Sound good? Let’s get started!

University life at YSJ can be an exciting ride – but it can also be a bit overwhelming. You’ve got lectures, seminars, essays, group projects, and of course, everything outside the classroom. The key to managing it all? Developing your approaches to learning. And that’s exactly what we’ll focus on here at 'Learning Success at YSJ.' We’ll explore how to study smarter, stay organized, and keep your stress levels in check." 

Each week, we’ll break down different aspects of learning and practical techniques, tools, ways of thinking and knowledge that are tailored to you for studying (or preparing to study) at YSJ. From effective note-taking and exam prep strategies, to mastering time management and academic writing, managing your wellbeing or studying whilst neurodivergent, to learning and translating skills with the workplace in mind - we’ve got you covered. Plus, we’ll bring in guest experts – lecturers, wellbeing, wellness and disability specialists, study specialists, academic coaches, and even fellow students who’ve been in your shoes and come out on top.

But that’s not all! We’ll also tackle the bigger questions – how do you stay motivated when things get tough? How do you balance university work with everything else in your life? And how do you make the most of your time at YSJ, both academically and socially? Because let’s be real, your time here is about you as a whole person.

So, are you ready to unlock your full potential at York St John University? Make sure to hit that subscribe button and join us every week for your dose of inspiration, practical advice, and a bit of YSJ spirit. Together, we’ll make sure you achieve learning success at YSJ and beyond!

Thanks for tuning in to 'Learning Success at YSJ.' We are your hosts, the Study Development Team, and we’ll catch you in the next episode. Until then, happy studying and enjoy your time at YSJ!.