Category: Studying
Our students share their best study tips! Find out how to make the most out of learning at the University and get tips to prepare for exam.
Do Androids Dream of Golden Means?

Has a film ever made you question your own moral precepts? For me, cinema—and art in general—has always provided a space for intellectual and emotional discourse. I find art to be the most effective medium at exposing psychological truths and… Read moreDo Androids Dream of Golden Means?
5 tips for studying from home


What an interesting semester this has been! Never did I imagine starting my second year of university off-campus. Regardless of location, all of us are having to put in the hours at home. I have found staying focused at home… Read more5 tips for studying from home
Finding joy in the little things amidst chaos
With a potential second lockdown on the horizon, the uncertainty in the US, and managing University work, it can be easy to get bogged down in the chaos that surrounds us; to feel anxious amidst the uncertainty, overwhelmed by University… Read moreFinding joy in the little things amidst chaos
Q&A with MSc students
In February, Mattia had a Q&A session with his peers and I believe we now have an overview of their lives as PhD students. This time, I have asked my MSc friends several questions – featuring Crystal Cheung (MSc Applied… Read moreQ&A with MSc students
A (very) short introduction to LinkedIn Learning

With all this time on our hands while social distancing, there’ve never been a better opportunity to learn some new skills and get into new hobbies. However, it can be daunting to decide where to start. Have you heard about… Read moreA (very) short introduction to LinkedIn Learning
Top 10 tips to study online in quarantine

Set a timetable with deadlines – Open up your calendar and write down every deadline and class you have. This will help with your structure and making sure you are aware of how far you are from your next assignment…. Read moreTop 10 tips to study online in quarantine
Trying to make the most of time at home

I hope you’re all well – staying safe and keeping calm during these worrying times. I don’t know about you, but I sure have been struggling a little to find my footing after spontaneously moving back home for the remainder… Read moreTrying to make the most of time at home
What psychology at university is (really) teaching me

As a third year undergraduate, I can safely say Psychology has taught me so much more than what I expected. When I came to university I thought I would leave with a little extra knowledge on behaviour, however what I… Read moreWhat psychology at university is (really) teaching me
Why I chose to study Cognitive Science

Three reasons why I chose to study Cognitive Science and what I wish I knew beforehand. 1. I wasn’t sure what to study Basically, going into university I had no idea what I wanted to study or do later in… Read moreWhy I chose to study Cognitive Science