You will learn a variety of different reading strategies such as skimming and scanning, which have been known to increase productivity.

Ahead of the session, choose texts which you’ll want to read and bring them along to the bootcamp. This is compulsory.

Meet the consultant, Dr Abbie Edgar

Dr Abbie Edgar is a Researcher Development Consultant at the Graduate School. Abbie supports postgraduate students with their research development and is passionate about enabling them to reach their academic potential. Abbie has a PhD in Education and is a trained post-primary teacher.

Abbie's previous experience before taking up her role at the Graduate School included supporting undergraduate students with their academic skills in the Learning Development Service at QUB, working as a Support Provider for students with disabilities at QUB and as an Associate Lecturer at the Open University.