St John's Study Skills Programme

The College supports students in a number of ways in their academic development, on top of their work with their subject tutors.

The purpose of the St John's Study Skills Programme is to offer all students an opportunity to ask questions and improve their skills in relation to their core degree activities, such as essay-writing and problem sheets, as well as good working habits, such as time management and preparation for exams.

Our Study Support team are experienced, friendly and always happy to help, so if you have an academic question, get in touch!

2025/26 Programme

Workshops are held in the North Quad Lecture Room, on Tuesdays 5.15–6pm, with the exception of Tuesday week 8 which is in the Prestwich room.

Tea, coffee and biscuits are provided, and all subjects and years are welcome. There are extensive opportunities for questions, and students are also welcome to book one-to-one meetings with either Dr Hibble (alexandra.hibble@sjc.ox.ac.uk) or Dr Pook (hannah.pook@sjc.ox.ac.uk).

Week 2: Project Management: coursework and dissertations

Week 4: Approaching & critiquing sources (Separate streams for Sciences and Humanities)

Week 5: Managing Academic Stress

Week 6: Time Management

Week 8: Revision & Examination strategies (Prestwich Room)