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/).
Critical analysis: a practical approach (on campus)
In this session you will use a model for critical analysis to inform your critical thinking and support your analysing of new information. The model will move you from observing a source to connecting it to your own knowledge, and guide you in critically examining the new knowledge in the context of what you already understand. We will have some examples to use on the day, but you are certainly welcome to bring a chapter, image or other item from within your own subject to practice with.
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:
| Fri 30 Jan 2026, 14:00 - 15:30 GMT | Find out more ![]() | ||
| Wed 25 Feb 2026, 10:00 - 11:30 GMT | Find out more ![]() | ||
| Mon 9 Mar 2026, 14:00 - 15:30 GMT | Find out more ![]() | ||
| Tue 28 Apr 2026, 10:00 - 11:30 BST (GMT+1) | Find out more ![]() |
Note-making: record, review, reflect (on campus)
This workshop will help you to develop a more efficient approach to note-taking. In the session you will hear about strategies that will help you to be more critical and purposeful when assessing and recording information. You will get the chance to try out a range of note-taking techniques and develop strategies that suit you. Finally, you will learn how to develop your critical analysis skills and deepen your understanding by returning to your notes to review and reflect on the material.
How to book 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 4 Feb 2026, 10:00 - 11:30 GMT | Find out more ![]() | ||
| Wed 4 Mar 2026, 10:00 - 11:30 GMT | Find out more ![]() |
Critical analysis: a practical approach (online)
In this session you will use a model for critical analysis to inform your critical thinking and support your analysing of new information. The model will move you from observing a source to connecting it to your own knowledge, and guide you in critically examining the new knowledge in the context of what you already understand. We will have some examples to use on the day, but you are certainly welcome to bring a chapter, image or other item from within your own subject to practice with.
Booking on
This event will take place on the online video conferencing app Zoom.us. Booking onto the event is essential to receive the link and passcode to join. Select 'find out more' to book your 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.
Important information on Microsoft Teams:
All University of Manchester students and staff should have access to Microsoft Teams. For information on using Microsoft Teams, please visit the IT Services website:
https://www.itservices.manchester.ac.uk/ourservices/popular/microsoft365/teams/
For general support using Microsoft Teams, please visit the following website:
https://support.microsoft.com/en-gb/office/join-a-meeting-in-microsoft-teams-1613bb53-f3fa-431e-85a
We are running this event more than once on the following dates and times:
| Fri 13 Feb 2026, 10:00 - 11:30 GMT | Find out more ![]() | ||
| Mon 23 Mar 2026, 14:00 - 15:30 GMT | Find out more ![]() | ||
| Thu 16 Apr 2026, 14:00 - 15:30 BST (GMT+1) | Find out more ![]() | ||
| Tue 12 May 2026, 10:00 - 11:30 BST (GMT+1) | Find out more ![]() |
Proofreading: the final stage before submission (on campus)
Do you find yourself losing marks for referencing, spelling or grammar? This session will highlight how proofreading a written piece of work to a high standard will improve your marks and increase your academic success. You will work with others to define the term proofreading and understand its place in the process of academic writing. Finally, you will get the chance to put what you have learnt into practice, working together as a group to effectively proofread a sample piece of work.
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 11 Mar 2026, 14:00 - 15:30 GMT | Find out more ![]() | ||
| Tue 5 May 2026, 10:00 - 11:30 BST (GMT+1) | Find out more ![]() |

