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College gives you the space and time to explore subjects you have a genuine interest in! Independent research and analysis is strongly encouraged throughout your degree. While this might seem a bit overwhelming at first, do not worry — there are plenty of supports in place to help you.

Top Tips - Nodanna 
  • Do not be afraid to talk to your lecturers if you do not understand something. If you feel nervous about asking questions during class, approach them after or send them an email! 
  • Develop a revision strategy that suits you — whether that involves doing past papers, drawing up mind maps, or talking to classmates – do what works for you.
  • Please do not leave it all until the last minute! Of course, college is not all about sitting in the library all day, but make sure that you keep up-to-date with assignments and lecture notes so that you are in good shape by the time exams roll around!
  • Make sure to take regular study breaks, and please make time for some R&R (rest and relaxation).
  • It is so easy to let your coursework get on top of you, so much so that you forget to look after yourself. Where possible, try to get a good night’s sleep and make an effort to eat your greens!
  • Go and enjoy yourself! Meet up with friends, and family. Your classmates are going through the
  • same thing, so lean on each other for support.
Student Learning Development

Student Learning Development (SLD) supports Trinity students with a range of services including individual appointments, academic and learning skills workshops, The Academic Writing Centre, and a self-enrol Blackboard module (see below).

These resources are designed to help you develop your skills in areas such as essay writing and other types of academic writing, organisation and time management, procrastination and concentration, presentation skills, final year projects, dissertation planning, managing and writing, literature reviews, exam & assessment skills and more. All students receive an email every week telling them about the upcoming workshops and other services so keep an eye on your inbox! 

Information for all SLD services are available here: student-learning.tcd.ie

TCDSU's Top 4 SLD Tips: 

  • Register On Our Blackboard Module 
    • You will find a large range of audio and video files, downloadable documents as well as interactive websites and useful links on topics such as Essay Writing, Critical Thinking, Thesis Writing, Exam Skills, Literature Reviewing and much more. https://student-learning.tcd.ie/blackboard
  • Book an Individual Consultation
    • SLD offers general academic skills appointments to all students. Book here: https://student-learning.tcd.ie/services/one-to-one
Trinity’s Tutor Service:

All students are allocated a tutor once you begin your studies here at Trinity. Your tutor is your primary academic representative in College, and they are there to help you navigate your time here at Trinity. You can reach out to them with any academic query that you may have.

You can find their details under My Student Record on the my.tcd.ie website, or on the Trinity Live App.

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