Study and Communication Skills for the Biosciences

Stuart Johnson is the Director of the Careers Service at the University of Bristol. He obtained a BSc in Biological Sciences from the University of Leicester, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Learning and Development from Thames Valley University. He was previously the Deputy Director of the Career Development Service at the University of Leicester.Professor Jon Scott is the Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Student Experience and Professor of Bioscience Education at the University of Leicester. He obtained a BSc in Biological Sciences and a PhD in Neurobiology from Durham University. He joined the University of Leicester as a lecturer in physiology since 1987 and went on to become the Director of Biological Studies.

• 1: Why are study and communication skills important? 2: Using feedback 3: Making the most of lectures 4: Working with different information sources 5: Avoiding plagiarism 6: Choosing the right writing style 7: Writing essays 8: Writing practical reports 9: Working in tutorials and groups 10: Preparing scientific presentations 11: Delivering scientific presentations 12: Creating academic posters 13: Getting the most out of revision 14: Getting the most out of exams 15: Making yourself employable

One of the universal roles of an educator is to convey to students the necessary study and communication skills, whether in science or in arts and humanities. This book addresses these key skills as a manual for students through their course and as preparation to enhance their attractiveness to employers.