On this page:

  • Apps for time management & organisation
  • Higher education websites with free-to-use resources for a range of academic tasks
  • Websites that focus on management, organisation and task planning
  • Free apps and programmes to help with a range of academic tasks

Here you will find free resources designed to help you study more efficiently. The best way to use this page is to select an area in which you might need help (for example, revision or note-taking) and check out the different ideas, advice, strategies or applications for that task. Every student learns differently, so use the ideas and resources that suit the way you think. 

A good study strategy is one that works for you.

Apps for time management & organisation

The Pomodoro Technique

An easy and fun way to get the most out of time management. Turn time into a valuable ally to complete tasks while monitoring your progress.

Marinara Timer

A custom Pomodoro-style timer that can be tailored to fit your productivity needs.

Higher education websites with free-to-use resources for a range of academic tasks

The Open University

Study guide on various topics, including assignments, revising and exams, core skills and study skills.

University of Reading

A series of study advice guides and videos that include critical thinking, academic writing and time management.

University of Southampton

Skills and advice under four categories: reading and thinking, group learning, managing your studies and exams and assessments.

Newcastle University

A collection of resources on developing your academic skills

Monash University

A wide range of resources to support students with their studies

Purdue University

They provide writing resources and information to assist with writing projects.

The University of Manchester

Academic Phrasebank: a resource for academic writers. It aims to provide you with examples of some of the phraseological ‘nuts and bolts’ of writing, organised according to the main sections of a research paper or dissertation.

Harvard University

Harvard College Writing Centre: Strategies for Essay Writing

A Research Guide for Students

Resource to to help you write your research papers.

Websites that focus on management, organisation and task planning

Please note, some of these sites may offer only limited free use. 

Todoist Evernote Trello 24me
TickTick Any.do Monday Akiflow
Obsidian Toggl Focus Day Viewer 2Do
Sunsama AnyList ClickUp

Toodledo 

 

Free apps and programmes to help with a range of academic tasks

They provide some of the following:

  • Creating your own flashcards
  • Accessing flashcards made by other students
  • Share knowledge
  • Make mind maps
  • Produce quizzes
Quizlet GoConqr Chegg
Study Stack docsity Anki