The Modern Languages department at the University of Southampton have created an excellent tool for students who are studying abroad called Prepare for Success. This interactive website has a series of activities where students can learn what it is like and how to prepare to study in a new country using a new language.
Each unit engages students with a video or audio clip and a series of questions. Students will receive feedback and pointers on what to expect and how to adjust to studying abroad.
Here is a short video that outlines how students can use this valuable resource.
Important Topics included:
About Prepare for Success
Differences in university study
The language challenge
Ways of being taught on your course
Preparing for online study
Adapting to a new life
Studying independently
Academic writing at university
Critical thinking
Studying science, engineering or technology
Understanding course assignments
Using what you read in your academic writing
Your relationship with your tutors
Using study time effectively
Managing your course work
Taking part in seminars
Listening to lectures
Reading for your course
Skills for presenting in seminars
Working with others
Preparing for course work and exams
Settling down to study
Reading the end and taking the next step
