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You will find more information in the Edinburgh Napier University Student Portal, and on campus noticeboards.
Edinburgh Napier University's Academic Support Advisers provide practical study advice in a positive and supportive environment, to help you develop your learning skills. Group sessions can also be arranged.
Contact: academicadvisers@napier.ac.uk
Developing study skillsOral presentations - this is my weak point, and I find it quite difficult. So I use PowerPoint for presenting my work and also get to know my subject really, really well. Lynda |
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If you need help with maths or statistics, at any level, come to Maths Plus or Stats Plus for one to one help with any numbers or data anlaysis problems. No need to book - just turn up.
Craiglockhart: Les Short, l.short@napier.ac.uk
Merchiston: Anne Evans, a.evans@napier.ac.uk
Don't be afraid to ask!The greatest thing I've learned in my three years at University is do not be frightened to ask anyone, staff, students or peers, a question. Scott |
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We offer help with basic IT skills for any student who lacks confidence in basic IT and is concerned that this might make things difficult during their studies.
Contact: sar@napier.ac.uk
Developing new skillsWhen I first came in to Napier I thought I did not have the skills required to get through, but over time I have developed the skills that I need to get through. Sarah |
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Edinburgh Napier University has trained student mentors who can offer you lots of good advice and study tips. Most of all a student mentor is a friendly face who will be able to share experiences of student life.
Contact: studentmentoring@napier.ac.uk
Seek advice from a student mentorAs a mature student, coming to university was daunting, but the support of the student mentoring service made it so much easier. It's just about asking! Deborah |
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Student Advice Services work alongside other staff by offering information, support and guidance. Services include drop-in sessions, workshops and seminars, and one-to-one sessions with experts when required.
Contact: support@napier.ac.uk
Ask for help when you need itI feel I owe a lot to student support services. As well as providing me with support, they have provided me with much encouragement and friendship. Sarah |
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The Student Association at Edinburgh Napier University offers a free and confidential welfare service, Independent Student Advice Services (ISAS), at all the main campuses, to provide independent advice and help on a range of student welfare issues.
Contact: isas@napier.ac.uk
Build up support networksJoin a club or society. Make as many friends as you can. Why? Because this will become your support network. Have fun, be young, even if you're a mature student like me. It's the key to success. Alistair |
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Edinburgh Napier University has a dedicated team to advise and support students and staff. The team currently support around 900 students with a range of disabilities, special needs, or specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia. The support provided by the team helps students make the most of their time at university and achieve their full academic potential.
Contact: support@napier.ac.uk
Telephone: 0131 455 2914
Don't be afraid to ask for helpSince being at Napier, I've received support for my dyslexia, and helped support others by becoming a student mentor. It's got to be good karma to give something back. Ria |
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If you think you may be dyslexic, or have dyslexic type difficulties and feel you need help or support, get in touch. An initial free assessment with the Dyslexia Advisor will look at your areas of difficulty and suggest strategies that might help. Contact us to find out more.
Contact: support@napier.ac.uk
Telephone: 0131 455 2915
Last updated 8 April 2009.
