When it comes to doing a dissertation, or any type of essay in fact, good referencing is an integral part of attaining those higher marks. However (as many of us know), it's often the most tedious and annoying part of writing an essay (after trying to start). If you just happen to be a savvy … Continue reading Online Referencing Tools

Hi there, Ollie here. Today I’m going to be reviewing the statistics program IBM SPSS Statistics. I am by no means a master of SPSS; if you’re looking for THE master I recommend checking out Andy Field’s website. As I look through Andy’s enormous book on the subject, I realise I probably know less than … Continue reading A student’s review of IBM SPSS Statistics

Being only a few weeks into my 3rd year and dissertation research here's what I have learned so far, to help guide you along your research project. Tip 1) Start early. You never know what obstacles you may come across when undertaking your research, you may even find you have no interest in the topic or … Continue reading Andre’s Top 5 Tips for Research

Last week was National Libraries Week, a week dedicated to celebrating all things library! This year, the focus was on wellbeing. The University of Sussex library is a perfect example of an excellent library with a focus on students’ welfare in an educational sense. There are numerous members of staff just waiting to answer your questions and … Continue reading Why I will be forever thankful to the Library

In my more virtuous moments (which are more infrequent than I’d like to admit), I realise that revising for exams can actually be interesting, relaxed and enjoyable. Here are some tips that help my productivity. Making a list of specific goals and to-dos. Studies have shown that failure to achieve a goal may be caused … Continue reading Ollie’s Top 10 Tips on Revision for Exams

It's here, nobody expected it to come around this quick but it has. We have reached the last leg of our journey, the all important 3rd year. It's time to trade in the late nights out and copious amounts of alcohol, for dinner parties that finish at 9 and a temporary residence in the library. … Continue reading The Last Leg

It’s National Libraries Week this week, so this post is looking at my favourite things about the Library. In addition, this is the first post of my third year, so I’ll be sharing a few thoughts on my approach to third year. The first thing I like about the Library is the building itself. I … Continue reading Reflections on the Library and Starting Third Year

Its May already and i can’t believe it, just like that second year is finished. This year has been particularly interesting for me , as for half the year I spent it on the other side of the world! Now I’m not going to beat around the bush, studying abroad for a semester is a … Continue reading Andre’s Reflection on Second Year

It's that time of year again... join us to kick-start your revision! Grab a desk, learn about the time management pomodoro technique, and then the study space is all yours to start revising like a pro!  When? Thursday, May 10th 2-4pm Where? In the  Careers & Employability Centre seminar room (ground floor of the Library) Will … Continue reading Kick-start your revision!

Hi there, Ollie here. I’ve just completed the second year of my Psychology with Business Management degree; here are my reflections on how my study has changed since first year. It hasn’t changed enormously, however there are a few differences. First, I’d say there’s more work in general. Second year counts towards the overall degree mark, … Continue reading Reflections on Second Year