URSS : Get involved in cutting edge research!
Academic, Personal and Professional Development
Skills Workshops
Enabling you to develop those skills which will enhance your
ability to study more effectively, develop your self-confidence and
contribute to your employability. These may lead to the Warwick
Skills Portfolio Award.
Topics include Introduction to Skills Development, Reading and
Note-making, Critical Thinking, Career Planning and Assertiveness.
One-to-one advice: Academic Skills Advice Drop-ins and
Writing Mentor Drop-ins
These are two separate services, currently based in the Learning
Grid. Academic Skills Advice focuses on developing your
independent learning skills by providing advice on general
techniques and strategies that you can apply to your subject area.
The Writing Mentors help you with assignment writing skills.
Go online to get details of the dates and times.
The Undergraduate Research Scholarship Scheme (URSS) gives you
the chance to become directly involved in the research work of the
University, experience what it’s like to be a member of a research
team and take part in cutting-edge research.
• Develop transferable skills that will benefit you in your studies
and beyond
• Gain an invaluable insight in to the nature of academic research
• Make a contribution to the development of new knowledge
• Work as a member of a research team in a world class university
• Earn while you learn - bursaries available up to £1000
“URSS is part of Warwick’s commitment to enriching
the learning experience of all its students”
“As part of Warwick’s commitment to enriching the
learning experience of all students, the URSS scheme
enables academics and students to work together in
the advancement of knowledge”
go.warwick.ac.uk/urss/
NEW Warwick Leadership Programme
This new programme aims to provide relevant skills training to
students involved in leading and/or managing extra-curricular
projects or similar activities during their time at Warwick and
wish to develop their leadership skills.
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Check out the full programme and book a place online:
go.warwick.ac.uk/ugskills