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'This is a really useful and comprehensive guide for Chinese students about the essential academic skills needed for successful study in higher education in the UK. It covers all skill areas as well as general information for Chinese students new to the UK academic environment.' - Julie Watson, Principal Teaching Fellow in e-Learning and Head of eLanguages, University of Southampton
Leaving China to study in the UK for the first time can be a daunting experience. You will be entering a new country and education system with its own culture, customs and values, some of which will be totally different from those back home. You will need to acquaint yourself with these differences to achieve your goals while studying in the UK and make the most of your stay. You may be finding it difficult to find this information, you may even be feeling anxious about the move or struggling to fit into your new environment.
Help is at hand!
This easy-to-read book is designed to be your companion throughout your university studies in the UK, providing practical information and skills and strategies for success. This guide:
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This essential guide will help you to flourish in your UK studies and enjoy yourself along the way!
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Chapter 1: Introduction: Living and Studying in the UK
Chapter 2: Developing Your Academic English Skills
Chapter 3: Developing Your Academic Study Skills
Chapter 4: Assignments, Assessment and Feedback
Chapter 5: Research and Dissertations
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Dr Mike Courtney is an Academic Skills Tutor at the University of Hertfordshire, UK. He has taught in China, Hong Kong, Malaysia, The Middle East and the UK. He has researched the influence of culture and language on learning styles and academic skill development. He currently teaches in the UK and in Hong Kong, in the area of academic skills development and Open Learning.
