Learn the essential study skills you need to succeed at the University of Sunderland in London.
Tourism plays a big role in shaping cultures and economies in today’s fast-changing world. Are you passionate about travel, culture, and hospitality, and dream of a life-changing career that combines exciting international opportunities with practical skills, this blog will show how a tourism and hospitality degree.
Explore the benefits of a Tourism and Hospitality degree
At the University of Sunderland in London, we have two Health and Social Care courses to choose from; the Foundation and the Top-Up. Whether you want to become a leader in the NHS, health charities, social organisations or other care-related agencies, you can the skills you need with us.
Study health and social care
At the University of Sunderland in London, our degrees are aimed at helping your reach your career goals. Our range of Nursing and Healthcare courses are perfect examples of this.
Study nursing and health
At the University of Sunderland in London, you have lots of options on where you want your academic career to take you. You go on the popular paths of a BA, BSc or MA that many students across the country take, depending on which degrees you have taken in the past.
Top-Up with us
Choosing a Career in business, management or finance opens doors to a world of exciting opportunities. We offer a flexible program that keeps up with the fast-changing world of work, giving students the knowledge, skills and hands-on experience needed to succeed in today’s competitive job market.
Explore the benefits of a Business, Management and Finance Degree
Study for a Nursing and Health care degree at the University of Sunderland in London and unlock your full potential. Located in one of the world’s most exciting cities, our programme gives you top-quality education, expert industry insights, and real-world experience.
Explore the benefits of a Nursing and Healthcare degree
The University of Sunderland in London’s dedicated team of specialists are available to help you with all your technological needs through their Service Portal. That’s where TechGuru comes in.
Get help with your tech needs
The more time we spend online, the more there is to discover. The world of the internet is filled with countless distractions. That can be a good thing but if you’re trying to study, whether that’s writing an assignment or watching an online lecture, it can lead to problems.
Improve your productivity
Celebrating Pride Month is important as it reminds us of how far we've come in terms of acceptance and equality for all members of our communities. Let's continue working together towards creating safer spaces where diversity is welcomed and celebrated!
Celebrating Pride 2023
At the University of Sunderland in London, you'll be reading a lot! From academic journals to whole textbooks, studying for your higher education degree means you'll have to find the tips and tricks to help you understand and make use of all the information you're taking in. We're here to help.
Become an academic reading expert
In this world of social media influencers and mega-rich celebrities, defining who you are in the job market could be key to meeting your career goals. A personal brand is made up of the actions we take to create a public ‘persona’ and influence the way people think of us. Follow these seven rules for creating and building your personal brand.
Grow your personal brand
Five museums every student new to London needs to visit.
See the museums
October marks Black History Month across the globe. We spoke to some of our staff and student ambassadors to find out why they think it is important.
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While you're at the University of Sunderland in London to work hard and reach your goals, it's important to remember the little things - like eating a good meal! Check out some of these places around campus to fuel your studies.
Get eating
Where you work matters. How you choose to set up your study space impacts everything from your comfort levels to your ability to focus. Luckily, you’re a student at the University of Sunderland in London, which means being surrounded by some of the best places to learn in the world.
Study in Canary Wharf
Referencing is a skill that every university student has to pick up pretty much straight away. From your first assignment, you’ll be expected to include where you found the information, explain who said the quote and add a properly written bibliography. That can sound like a lot of work if you’ve never done it before, but read on for top tips you can use for referencing success.
Learn to reference
At the University of Sunderland in London, we celebrate mature students. Coming back to study after spending time at work, with family or anything else, can be a daunting experience. But studying in later life can be one of the most rewarding experiences you'll ever have. If you want to invest in you, take a look at these reasons to become a mature student with us.
Become a mature student
In this article, we’ll explore some of the ways you can retain the information you hear in class and make sure you come away from your time at the University of Sunderland in London as an expert in your field.
Become a memory master
As students at the University of Sunderland in London, you’ll have access to the Microsoft Office suite of programmes. Find out how to use the programme to keep your classes, modules and courses in order.
Become a OneNote expert
Whether you’re writing your dissertation or finishing off an essay, you need to use Microsoft Word in your studies. We've put together some tips and tricks to help you make the most out of Word.
Become a Microsoft Word expert
Coming to do your university degree in London is a great choice. But with rising housing and living costs, the capital of the UK can be an expensive place to study. We wanted to give you some tips and tricks for student budgeting that will make your time at the University of Sunderland in London...
Save money
October is here, the University of Sunderland in London (UoSiL) is gearing up to celebrate Black History Month, a time dedicated to honouring the rich heritage, contributions, and achievements of Black individuals and communities.
Explore the Legacy and Significance of Black History Month here
Tomorrow is the 47th International Women’s Day to be celebrated around the world since its inception in 1975. While a huge amount has changed for many women around the world, this year the organisation is taking a serious look at some of the things that still need to be achieved in the fight for equality.
Break the bias this International Women's Day
Digital technology, and the ability to use it effectively, is essential for anyone hoping to reach their goals through studying at the University of Sunderland in London. That's why we've made sure our website is as accessible as possible through the ReciteMe tool. Learn all about it.
Find out more about ReciteMe
Studying at home can become repetitive. While it's important to build up the habit of studying, there is a risk that you can become too relaxed and let the quality of your studying drop. These seven study tips will help you refocus and get the most out of your study sessions.
Study at home
Here are some reasons why returning to university might the be right decision for you
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With the start of 2023 practically here, it’s time to start thinking about New Year’s resolutions.
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Congratulations on joining the University of Sunderland in London, you have made a great choice that will have a huge impact on your whole future. You’re joining us at one of the most interesting times possible. Not only are we growing at an amazing rate, welcoming more people into our community.
Let's get started
You're starting at the University of Sunderland in London as we celebrate ten years of welcoming students just like you through our doors. Find out what to expect and what services are available to you.
Welcome!
While we’re amazed at the dedication and hard work you’ve been putting in over this difficult time, it’s fair to say the lockdown has thrown up some challenges. A major one is working out how to study and stay comfortable at the same time. The temptation is to work from your sofa or bed, but is this really the best way to do things?
Get comfy
No matter how passionate about their studies, everyone needs to take a break now and again. It helps us recover from stress, absorb what we have learned and restore our energy so we can keep going. The question is, what should you do with your study breaks?
Read on for some ideas.
Is it better to take notes in class or spend your time listening to what your lecturer is saying? The truth is both, but how do you go about doing that? Find out in this article.
Get the most out of class
London is an amazing city for many reasons, not least just how easy it is to get around the biggest urban settlement in the country. So what’s the best way to get to the University of Sunderland in London and how do you make sure you get to that 9am class on time?
Get moving
We all know that what we eat has a huge impact on our bodies and our general health. A diet of lots of fats and sugars will not only affect our weight but how we feel as well. That’s because food fuels everything we do, from our ability to focus in class to having the energy to complete that assignment. To give your brain the best start, try out some of our suggestions.
Start eating better
Valentine’s Day is a time to show some love, whether that’s treating your partner or getting together with your friends. While traditionally a celebration for couples, we thought why not use 14th February as an excuse to spread a little joy in the world.
Share some love
You’ve just joined the University of Sunderland in London, congratulations! We’re so excited to have you here as part of our unique, welcoming and close-knit community of students, academics and support staff. Find out about the services you can take advantage of during your studies.
Welcome to the University of Sunderland in London
It’s LGBT History month so throughout February we wanted to share the stories and experiences of queer people in society, alongside tips for being an ally. Today, we’re highlighting some of the activists who have had the biggest impact on the lives and rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer people.
Celebrate queer history
We're so excited to be welcoming new students to classes this month. Get ready to start your University of Sunderland in London experience with these top tips.
Welcome to your university
As part of our LGBT History celebrations, we wanted to talk about what it means to be an ally. Find out what you can do to support your LGBTQ+ friends, family members and colleagues.
Be an ally
February is LGBT History Month in the UK, and we're taking a look at its origins. How did the annual celebration of queer culture come about and just why do we celebrate now when most of the world marks the occasion in October?
Explore the history of LGBT History
This year, LGBT History Month is celebrating the theme of Politics in Art. With that in mind, we wanted to share with you some of the stories of amazing members of both the arts and LGBTQ+ communities and the impact they've had on our world.
Celebrate LGBTQ+ artists
We spend a third of our lives asleep. Sleeping has a major impact on a wide range of our bodies functions, including brain development and memory retention - something every student should think about. Get tips on nodding off so you can wake up refreshed and ready to achieve your best.
Get to sleep
It’s a brand-new year and you are already working on yourself. No, we’re not talking about the resolution you will probably give up on in February. 2022 is the year of you because you’re at the University of Sunderland in London (or at least thinking of applying here – great choice!)
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