Leeds University Library

Online tutorials


These tutorials and resources are designed to give students an overview of the core skills for successful study. For more individual activities, visit the student pages.

Lecturers can embed these online tutorials into their VLE module areas or use them as part of their teaching.



Getting off to a flying start

Starting at University this September? Exams looming? Take a look at these activities designed to help you manage some of the challenges you may face over the next few months.

Where does all my time go?

How do I get the most out of my revision?

How can I do my best in my exams?



Finding academic information

Finding information: an introductory tutorial

Information sources: learn what is available to you

Web of Science: finding journal articles online

Web searching: quick guide

Person looking through binoculars


Improving academic skills

Exam skills: effectively prepare for and sit exams

Reading skills: learn new techniques to help you to get the most out of your reading

Writing skills: different aspects of academic writing, including structuring and fine-tuning your work

A pile of textbooks


Referencing and avoiding plagiarism

Referencing: an introductory tutorial

References and citations explained:

Plagiarism tutorial: understand what plagiarism is and how to avoid it.
Close-up of writing and a pen


Presentation and communication skills

Group work: how to work effectively as part of a group

Presentation skills: explore the key stages involved in planning a presentation

Listening and interpersonal skills: improve your communication skills

Voice training: learn techniques to combat nerves and improve your presentations

Person giving a presentation


Improve your maths

Maths Solutions: an in-depth resource to improve your maths skills

Maths Quizzes: a collection of diagnostic tests in a range on maths topics
Simple sum drawn on a blackboard