Skills4uni is a highly interactive online study skills programme, which aims to reduce the drop-out rate amongst undergraduates by giving prospective students an idea of what to expect from university life. It includes tools to help students identify what kind of learner they are, advice on critical and objective thinking, how to use the library, and practical tips on taking notes/asking questions in lectures.

A full evaluation of the programme at all 4 levels of the Kirkpatrick model has demonstrated its true business benefits. Drop-out rates amongst first year students have halved as a result of the training and there is clear evidence that users are better prepared for university life than non-users. Click here for the results

This evaluation ensured Skills4uni was a Regional Award winner at the 2010 National Training Awards. Overall, the panel deemed the entry as ‘outstanding’, showing ‘impressive impact’ and ‘excellence in the quality of training’.

The judges particularly liked 'the mode of delivery being used, the excellent value for money which was being demonstrated, and the clear and robust evaluation being carried out'.

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