The Essential Guide to English Studies [antikvár]

PART ONE: The basics This book is intended to be of use to all students starting on or contemplating a higher education (HE) course in English. It seeks to be practical and is not simply an introduction to studying at university or to the subject of English, but to both. You v^^ill find helpful facts and figures to conceptualize and contextualize your experience in HE, and English in particular, as well as tips on studying, advice on careers, insights into the mechanics of assessment, information on the language of HE, pointers on guides and references to further study. In short, The Essential Guide to English Studies aims to be the first stop for aU new and prospective English students. The book is written with the experience of previous and current students informing the comments and observations. So, to begin with, it will be useful to hear from a number of different voices, which range from an individual perspective to opinions expressed through a large national survey. First, one student offers the following initial key points of advice. Study tips from a graduate of English Preparing to come to university: once you have a place at a college or university you will probably be sent a reading list from the English Department, which includes all of the essential reading for the first term or semester. You will also be sent information on the processes for registration and inducdon, which gives details of such things as on-line registration, identification checks, welcome meetings and other induction activities. This inforniadon should be read carefully to avoid unnecessary confusion once you arrive at the university. Student union activities in Freshers' Week: Student unions offer a comprehensive programme of social activities for new