Keen to develop your study skills?
20/10/2025
Make sure you have the skills you need to study effectively and make the most of your learning experience at Cranfield. You can use the Study Skills Hub in Canvas to learn transferable life skills as well as support your academic success. It is available for everyone whatever the focus or level of your study and you can dip into it whenever you need.
We have gathered the information under six key skills categories, giving you top tips and tools to help you study and work smarter: academic language support, academic writing, assessment and assignments, effective communication and collaboration, reading and research, and personal development and practice.
Studying part-time or online? Check out:
- Independent study and studying remotely
- Time management and stress management
- Networking
As you progress through your course or research:
- Searching for information
- Effective notetaking
- Research methods
- Critical reading and thinking
Doing assessments or writing your thesis:
- Academic writing types, features and the process
- Working as a group, presenting as a group
- Exam and assignment techniques and tips
- Understanding rubrics and engaging with feedback
You can find the Study Skills Hub tile on your Canvas. Click on the tile image below to access the course.
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