Biotechnology MSc: Learning support

Our student support officer for the School can offer help or advice on any topic relating to University life. You will also be able to use the University's Careers Service and counselling service.

Academic support

We will allocate you a personal tutor on your arrival at Kingston University. Your tutor will make sure you receive appropriate advice regarding your academic development.

If you undertake the MSc award, you receive extra support from a project supervisor, who will provide advice and feedback. This will help ensure that you successfully complete your research project.

Personal training plans

We offer all students training sessions when they arrive at Kingston University, covering:

• project management;
• communication skills; and
• information research and retrieval.

The aim is to give you the chance to improve your study, research and life skills.

Web-based support

StudySpace: StudySpace is an online learning management system. It is a potentially limitless resource for lecture notes and interactive teaching including:

• access to course materials – such as lecture notes, backup materials, presentations and previous exam papers;
• online chatrooms and bulletin boards – so you can interact with staff and other students; and
• multimedia features – such as video tutorials.

Because you can use StudySpace from any internet-enabled computer at any time, you can choose when and where you study.

StudentSpace: The Kingston University student intranet provides a fast, easy way to find information and work online. It provides everything you need to know about student life at Kingston.

The Graduate School and Centres
All postgraduate students at Kingston have access to the Graduate Centres, dedicated spaces for graduate students. These are ideal for private study or holding meetings. Find out more in the Facilities section.

Language support

International students can access plenty of language support, both before and during your course:

• pre-sessional English language course – improve your English language skills and learn about study methods and life in the UK
• English language development programme – after you enrol, this free programme offers a range of academic English courses and tutorial support throughout the academic year.

Welcome events

Our annual welcome event gives you the chance to meet other students and the academic team. You can also find out more about the support services we offer at Kingston University. Past events have included sessions on the University Careers Service and how to get started in a research career.