Extensive coverage: introduces a broad of study and communication skills, which are not only valuable during university, but which also increase employability. Relevant context: psychology-based examples throughout show how the skills addressed are relevant to your field of study. Easy to read: written in an engaging, motivational way to help you really understand the importance of the skills being covered. Flexible style: you can dip into specific chapters for reference, or read in sequence to complement a taught course. Study and Communication Skills for Psychology reviews the skills you need to develop to fulfil your true potential during your studies, and to enhance your employability beyond university. Delivered in a practical, motivational style, with plenty of examples and advice to help you master the skills being explored, the book explains how to use your time effectively; how to get the most out of lectures, tutorials and group work; how to get the most out of the vast array of information available in books, in journals and on the web; how to communicate your work and ideas effectively to others and how to revise for and complete exams to give yourself the best chance of success. Written specifically for psychology students by an experienced educator, Study and Communication Skills for Psychology is the essential guide to getting the most out of your studies at university-and beyond. Dr Vanessa Parson is a lecturer in Psychology at the University of Sunderland.

Previously, she worked as a sessional researcher and lecturer at Aston University and Newman University College, whilst also teaching A level Psychology at St George's School, Edgbaston. A range of materials supporting all aspects of the book, including: Exemplar essays, lab reports and theses to help you see how to implement the guidance given in the book æMark schemes' to accompany exercises given in the book, which ask you to assess exemplar essays and posters Exemplar poster templates Downloadable weekly timetable and academic calendar Crossword/wordsearch activities to help reinforce some of the key concepts covered in the book For registered adopters: Figures from the book, in electronic format Lecture slides covering the writing of essays, the writing of lab reports and giving presentations Handouts for use in class, covering various sections of the book Book jacket.