Study Problems
Key Support Services within Hallam

Skills Centre
The Skills Centre have lots of resources to help with specific aspects of studying, including guidance on assignment planning, structure, referencing and proofreading. You can look at self-help guides, attend groups sessions or meet with advisers to get one-to-one support.
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Learning Contracts
If you have anxiety/depression, dyslexia or a range of mental health or medical conditions you are eligible for a range of helpful support with your study. Don't be put off by the term 'disability support' 1 in 7 students can access this.
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Motivation and Me
Exploring motivation and looking at some practical steps to improve it.
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Apps

Forest
An app to help you put down your phone and focus. You plant a tree depending on the amount of time you want to focus on your task and you can see your tree grow as you work. Free on iOS and Android.
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What to do when you have no motivation
A guide written by the SHU Inclusive Support team to help you to manage your studies. This includes specific advice about studying remotely.
download the articleDownloadable resources
Assignment calculator
A web tool to help you calculate how long you will need to complete your assignments.
dowload the calculatorManaging your studies and time
A guide from student wellbeing about how to study effectively.
Download the guide (PDF, 3.4MB)IAPT

Managing Stress
If you are feeling more stressed than usual and would like to learn some great ways, free-of-charge, to deal with common problems like anxiety, depression, panicky feelings, poor sleep and poor wellbeing then come along to our online Managing Stress course.
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