Second term can feel like a repeat of the first, only without the excitement of freshers and the start of a new year – here are some handy tips designed to keep your focus all year round… It’s hard to keep focused during this halfway period between the renewed dedication of a fresh year and […]
Cosiest spots to beat the cold during the winter break
This one is for those dedicated few still around during the winter holidays as you might be wondering where to get a tasty treat to stave off the cold during the winter break… Campus has become remarkably quiet, leaving some cosy coffee and study spots up for grabs throughout uni. The end of the year […]
Postgraduate funding – nightmare, or no sweat?
If you are one of those undergraduate or master’s students who have thoroughly enjoyed your time researching at the Library, then you might be thinking about furthering your studies. This post will give you useful information about funding opportunities that you might want to consider… If you’re flirting with the idea of further study at […]
Beyond academic writing
If you’re a Postgraduate Student at Warwick, you’re probably familiar with the woes and delights of academic writing, but there are other writing opportunities at the University of Warwick that you may be interested in exploring… During Welcome Week, the Library hosted a Creative and Blogging Workshop in support of the PG Community Engagement Team […]
A marathon not a sprint: defeating the dissertation doldrums
So the deadline for your dissertation or final year project is looming and it isn’t all quite going to plan. Here’s our advice for getting over the final hurdle and handing in your magnum opus on time… With any large piece of academic work, the most important thing is to stay focused and keep going, […]
New to Warwick? Navigate your way with the Library
Bubble or not, when you’re new to Warwick, the campus can be pretty daunting… There’s the brief flood of panic when you nonchalantly accept a 10am Chemistry block rendezvous, before realising you have no idea where the Chemistry block is. And when you finally twig you’ve been walking in the wrong direction for 10 minutes, […]
Are spearguns illegal?
Are spearguns illegal? Spearfishers in NSW are required to pay the NSW recreational fishing fee. Please note: All inland waters are closed to spearfishing as well as various areas along the coast. Is a spear used to catch fish? While we’ve come a long way from spears that were traditionally used by fishermen back in […]
What does the title of Pride and Prejudice mean?
What does the title of Pride and Prejudice mean? The society that Jane Austen presents in Pride & Prejudice is concerned with reputation and appearance. First written in 1797 under the title First Impressions, it was later revised and published as Pride and Prejudice in 1813. On the other hand, Darcy is proud of his […]
What is the role of an events manager?
What is the role of an events manager? Events managers are responsible for organising and running all kinds of promotional, business and social events. They control the whole project, from planning at the start to running the event on the day. This job would normally include: discussing what the client wants. What are the five […]
What subjects do I need to be an electrician?
What subjects do I need to be an electrician? Related subjects Computer science. Design technology. Maths. Physics. How do I become an electrician in high school? High School Diploma or Equivalent Math fundamentals. In most states, you must take and pass at least one year of high school algebra to become an electrician. Physical science. […]