In this informative guide, Thomas Dixon argues that you do not have to be a genius to get a first at university. He sets out to de-mystify first-class degrees in the arts, humanities and social sciences, clearly articulating the difference between the excellent and the merely competent in undergraduate work. This concise, no-nonsense guidebook will give prospective and current students advice on teaching and learning styles that prevail in university and on how to manage their two most important resources - their time and their lecturers. In an accessible and entertaining style, the author looks at subjects such as: making the transition from school to university developing transferable skills making use of lectures and seminars using libraries and the Internet note-taking, essays, seminars and presentations common mistakes to avoid writing with clarity and style revision and examinations. Illustrated with many examples from a range of academic disciplines, How to Get a First is an all-purpose guide to success in academic life. Visit the companion website www.getafirst.com
Author(s): Thomas Dixon
Year: 2004
Language: English
Pages: 192
Book Cover......Page 1
Title......Page 4
Copyright......Page 5
Contents......Page 6
Preface......Page 8
Acknowledgements......Page 10
1 Introduction......Page 12
2 Taking aim: the task and the resources......Page 31
3 Lectures, classes and seminars......Page 44
4 Libraries and reading lists......Page 53
5 Reading and taking notes......Page 70
6 Using the internet......Page 85
7 Planning an essay, presentation or dissertation......Page 96
8 Giving a presentation......Page 105
9 Writing essays and dissertations I: the basics......Page 115
10 Writing essays and dissertations II......Page 136
11 Revision and exams......Page 163
12 How to get a first......Page 175
Further reading......Page 179
Index......Page 181
