Dr Kathleen McMillan has a MA Hons in Modern History and Political Science (University of Dundee), Master of Education (University of Sheffield) and PhD (University of Glasgow). Having worked as a civil servant and local government office, Kathleen moved to teaching learners in primary, secondary, further and higher, as well as community, education. As a lecturer at the University of Dundee, Kathleen spent much time helping students formulate and express their thoughts to meet academic standards, and developed a programme of study skills across the university, which in turn led to series of successful Study Skills books with Dr Jonathan Weyers. Kathleen is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and contributor to the Quality Assurance Agency's Quality Enhancement Themes.
Dr Jonathan Weyers trained at Glasgow University and obtained a BSc hons and PhD in plant science. He then took up a position a
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Why plan? How to plan and schedule effectively Calendar 2021–22 Your university's key dates Public holidays and notable dates 2021–22 How university works Key university services and locations Living at university – essential information First week checklist – all students First week checklist – for freshers and students transferring from other institutions Key to monthly tips Academic diary: 2021–22 Planning resources: developing your organisational and study skills Planning for going to or returning to university Planning your studies Planning and reviewing coursework assignments Using source material responsibly: plagiarism, citation and referencing Planning for exams Personal development planning (PDP) Resources for effective presentation of your work Your university course Semester/term planner and timetable templates
