Workshops
The Mental Health Support Team also offers a wide range of workshops, which are bookable through their website here (http://www.counsellingservice.manchester.ac.uk/workshops/).
What makes a journal article credible? (on campus)
Are you unsure what journal articles are? Have you had some feedback to indicate that you should be including better quality literature in your assignments? Then this workshop is for you. In this workshop you will determine the key components of a journal article, building a list of criteria which will then enable you to effectively assess the credibility of an article. Applying this strategy to your University work will add strength to your arguments.
Booking on
Due to popularity, booking onto the event is essential to ensure a place.
Further support
Talk to us online via Library Chat now. Alternatively, you can email us for advice at tls@manchester-uk.libanswers.com.
We are running this event more than once on the following dates and times:
| Wed 11 Feb 2026, 10:00 - 11:30 GMT |   |  | Find out more  |
| Thu 12 Mar 2026, 14:00 - 15:30 GMT | | | Find out more |
Introduction to Searching (on campus)
In this workshop you will learn how to effectively plan and search for relevant information for an assignment topic. We will explore the different steps which can be taken in order to help refine your results and pinpoint relevant information and resources as quickly as possible. Interactive exercises will give you practical experience of structuring a comprehensive search and help you to develop your own strategies for searching by working through common difficulties.
Booking on
Due to popularity, booking onto the event is essential to ensure a place.
Further support
Can't make this session? Talk to us online via Library Chat now, or send us an email: tls@manchester-uk.libanswers.com.
We are running this event more than once on the following dates and times:
| Wed 18 Feb 2026, 14:00 - 15:30 GMT | | | Find out more |
| Thu 5 Mar 2026, 10:00 - 11:30 GMT | | | Find out more |
| Wed 18 Mar 2026, 10:00 - 11:30 GMT | | | Find out more |
| Wed 22 Apr 2026, 10:00 - 11:30 BST (GMT+1) | | | Find out more |
Evaluating non-academic sources for use in your work (on campus)
Knowing how to critically assess non-academic sources is essential for ensuring accuracy and reliability in your work. This workshop will guide you through the importance of evaluating non-academic sources, helping you make informed decisions about the content you use.
We will cover key criteria for evaluation, such as credibility, accuracy, relevance, and bias. You will have the opportunity to practise using evaluation frameworks to examine a variety of real-world examples such as TikTok videos, and government websites. We will also explore the use of Generative AI tools, and assess their effectiveness when evaluating sources
Booking on
Due to popularity, booking onto the event is essential to ensure a place.
Further support
Can't make this session? Talk to us online via Library Chat now, or send us an email: tls@manchester-uk.libanswers.com.
We are running this event more than once on the following dates and times:
| Thu 19 Feb 2026, 10:00 - 11:30 GMT | | | Find out more |
| Mon 16 Mar 2026, 14:00 - 15:30 GMT | | | Find out more |