We're here to support you to become the best independent learner you can be.
It’s exciting to have the opportunity to study a subject you love, to feel challenged and grow as a person. Even before you arrive, there are things you can do to get prepared and help you feel confident to start your new academic life.
And soon you will be part of the CCCU learning community where your lecturers, course team and classmates, as well as the Library and Learning Skills team, will support you to develop the new study skills that you’ll need to reach your full potential.
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The Learning Skills Hub has a range of online modules to help you get ready for University. Whether you're an undergraduate or postgraduate student, you'll find the support you need for the exciting new challenges that lay ahead.
Each course is different and is made up of a mixture of face-to-face and online learning, including:
Outside of organised teaching, you’ll be expected to:
We recommend that you have your own laptop computer as there will be lots of online resources, recorded lectures and activities for you to engage with to support your independent learning, both on and off campus.
Your first step is to discuss any special equipment or software requirements with your course team to ensure you have what you need from the start.
Make sure your device has the latest system updates, anti-virus protection, and is protected with a password or PIN code.
You can connect to free Wi-Fi both on campus and in our accommodation. You’ll also get access to free software via our CCCU App Store.
However, please note that only devices with the following operating systems can connect to the University Wi-Fi: Microsoft Windows 10 and newer, Apple Mac OS: 10.12 and newer, Linux OS: later versions supporting WPA2 Enterprise/AES encryption.
If you do not have a laptop when on campus, there are many PCs and Apple Macs to use. You can also make use of our iBorrow laptop scheme.
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You can find your reading lists in your Course Essentials.
The International Student Success Programme provides practical advice on preparing to live and study in the UK and will help you prepare for academic and social expectations. The programme also offers guidance on communicating with peers and building your confidence and resilience, as well as strategies for good wellbeing and mental health.
At your Welcome Week you will be introduced to your course and the academic support available: