Preparing for a Degree Every year, the B&FC Higher Education Learning Mentors (HELMs) run Flying Start workshops to help Degree-level students get ready for the next step on their study journey. Book a Workshop Welcome to Flying Start Our Higher Education Learning Mentors (HELMs) have created engaging and interactive workshops called "Flying Start" to help you navigate some of the main skills you need for Higher Education.You can choose from online (via Zoom) or in person sessions at our University Centre (UC). This is a fantastic opportunity to meet other students and gain confidence about starting your course. Excellent Feedback 100% of students who attended in 2023 said they would recommend Flying Start workshops. Book a Workshop Research & Referencing Academic Writing & Time Management Organisational Skills & Note Taking What is covered in Flying Start?ReferencingHow to use the Microsoft Word tool to reference, why we reference, what style and format to use, plagiarism explained.ResearchHow to research, what resources the college has to offer and how to use them. Time ManagementReflect on when you study best, how to prioritise workload, the benefits of using a study planner.Academic WritingWhy academic writing is different, how to use formal language, how to structure essays and reports.Organisational Skills & Note TakingDifferent styles of note taking, the importance of having a designated workspace, tips for staying organised. Higher Education Learning Support At B&FC, our Learning Support team also provide a wide range of study skills support to our degree-level students. Discover available support What our students said... Flying Start gave me confidence that the workload ahead is manageable and that support is available if I need it. Flying Start helped me with study, academic writing and time management. I now have a better understanding of what to expect from higher education. It has helped to relieve some pre-study nervousness. Flying Start gave me an insight with what to expect regarding referencing and how important it is. Prev Next When is Flying Start?Our Flying Start workshops will take place on the following days:Wednesday 4 September 2024 | 9.30am - 12pm (University Centre)Thursday 5 September 2024 | 12.30pm - 3pm (University Centre)Friday 6 September 2024 | 12.30pm - 3pm (University Centre) Alternatively you can choose the self-paced online course. Book your place today by completing this quick online form. Student Support & Wellbeing At B&FC we offer a comprehensive range of support services aimed at helping you reach your full potential. Explore full range of Support Services What's next?Book online to reserve a place on one of our Flying Start workshops.Explore all the additional Study Support services we offer for degree-level study at B&FC.Contact our HELMs Team if you have any questions or concerns about Flying Start workshops and our degree-level study support services.Email: helminfo@blackpool.ac.uk Scroll to TopGo to Study SupportGo to Degrees