Week26 issue
Your studies
•Exam Extra is open now
We know that exam time can be very stressful so to make it a little easier and help you get the most out of your revision, we have put in place a number of things. Take a look…
University update
•Jodrell Bank to be headquarters for the world’s biggest telescope
The University of Manchester’s Jodrell Bank site will host the SKA headquarters backed by the UK government through the Science and Technology Facilities Council, The University of Manchester and Cheshire East Council.
•Two Manchester students scoop top prizes at Undergraduate awards
The University of Manchester had ten finalists in the twelve award categories – more than any other university.
•Digitised company reports
A new Library resource allows you to access more than 80,000 company reports dating back to the 1960s, allowing students unique insights into companies including British Airways, Coca Cola, British Gas, and Glaxo Smith Klien.
Get involved
•Academics and students go head to head in 'The 3rd Degree'
The competition is on in this light-hearted BBC Radio 4 quiz on Saturday, 9 May at 11pm.
Thinking ahead
•Time Out! Making the most of summer travel
Whether you're thinking of travelling the world, volunteering at home or abroad or looking to earn some money, the summer break is a great opportunity to do something different.
Your studies
•Lecturers explain some of the most common exam mistakes and how to avoid them
Here's some of the most common mistakes – and how to avoid them!
Your student life
•Study etiquette
Are you a cruncher, a hogger or a shusher? Here’s how not to annoy everyone in the library this exam period.
Hot topic
•Election night memories
Today sees one of the closest General Elections in history. By 10pm, the votes will be in and the counting will begin. As many of you will gear up for an all-nighter in the SU bar, we asked our alumni for election night memories from their student years.
Thinking ahead
•Where my degree got me
What can you do with a BA in History? Or English, Music, Economics?