StressLess is back to support you in your end of semester assessments.
Augustine House Library open 24/7
Augustine House Library is now open 24/7 until the 24 May 2024 (apart from over the Easter weekend and the May bank holiday, check out the Augustine House Library opening times for details) to help support you in the lead-up to and during the assessment period.
Out of standard opening hours, the library will operate on a self-service basis. A University smartcard will be required to access the building after 6pm on weekdays and during the weekends. If you have lost your smartcard, you should contact the i-zone.
While we appreciate everyone learns in different ways, we ask everyone to be respectful of other library users during this time and follow our code of conduct. Please ensure you are studying in an appropriate zone for the work you’re carrying out.
May 2024 exam timetable
It’s important to make sure you’re available for your exams and feel prepared by knowing when and where they’ll take place. You can now access the Semester 2 15 week May exam timetable below:
For more information about preparing for your on campus exams:
Support to help you StressLess and achieve more
There’s a range of support available to help you reach your academic potential, whether that’s meeting with someone to discuss your work or accessing online resources.
- Your Digital Library – Your Digital Library is your gateway to amazing online learning resources accessible anytime and anywhere.
- Cite Them Right - a useful aid to help you with your referencing, with clearly laid out examples.
- Learning Skills Hub – develop your skills and knowledge through a series of modules and access a wealth of resources specific to your year group and Faculty. You can also connect with your specialist Learning Developer and Learning & Research Librarian who can offer you personalised support.
- Productivity Tools – you can access a range of productivity software packages on University PCs and to use at home, including accessibility tools, text to speech, time management, note taking, and much more!
- Personal Academic Tutor (PAT) – whether you’re an undergraduate or postgraduate student, your personal academic tutor is here to help you to develop, grow and succeed in your studies and research.
- Peer Mentors – if you’re looking for someone who can help you improve your academic skills, develop strategies, share hints and tips on how to prepare for assessments or be your study buddy, then try connecting with a student peer mentor.
In addition, the IT Trainers will be holding new IT Training drop-ins every Wednesday from 17 April-29 May, 2-4pm in AH.2.23 to help students who may have basic questions about Blackboard, Word, Excel, and basic IT. They are also offering a range of online IT Microsoft Office training – you can sign up here.
And at Drill Hall Library there is new exam revision overnight study spaces in the C Block study rooms from midnight until 8am the following morning from 22 April – 31 May. You will need to show your Student ID card upon entry to these rooms. This space will be for study only, there will be no access to the library or its resources, including access to vending machines, so please bring your own drinks and snacks.
Little ways to manage stress
April is Stress Awareness Month, and this year the theme is #LittleByLittle, focusing on the small steps we can all take to unwind and stay on top of stress.
We know it can be tough to manage everything at uni, but those little self-care actions all add up to keep you well and stay calm, no matter what uni life throws at you!
To help you relax and take much-needed breaks whilst you’re studying in Augustine House, you can access the StressLess Zone on the second floor. Here you can discover a range of games, puzzles, and crafts to help you unwind.
The Library Team also have a range of StressLess activities planned throughout the period to help you take a break. The next StressLess event is on Thursday 23 May, 1-5pm, in the StressLess Zone where you can try a range of free art and craft activities, play board games, use a zen garden and more.
Don’t forget you can attend our regular wellbeing events to connect with others over a free hot drink or activity. From Chooseday Chill, Tea at Three, and the Wellbeing Café, to the World Café and Chat 'n' Chill at Medway – explore the full programme for details.
You can also come along to Christ Church Sport and Active Health’s ‘Pick Up and Play’ sessions at the Sports Centre on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Being active with friends is a great way to take a break and help you refocus, as well as try something new and have fun!
Or you can get a few friends together to sweat out the stress with a ball game at our new Multi Use Games Area (MUGA). Choose from football, netball, basketball, futsal and more!
If nature is your place to unwind, why not take a screen break in one of our peaceful green gardens on campus, join the Sustainability Team for a Nature Walk, or enjoy some mindful gardening at Potter and Prune.
Plus, whether you’re taking an exercise break, enjoying a bike ride, or going for a hike – you can earn points through Christ Church Moves! Once you’ve earned enough points you can use them to claim prizes.
We’re here for you
If you have any worries or concerns and need someone to talk to, then please reach out to chat.
- The Mental Wellbeing Team is here to help you succeed at any point of your student journey; whether you’re feeling stressed or suffering from anxiety, you can ask the team for help whenever you need it.
- Nightline is a student-run listening and information service offering a safe, non-judgemental environment for CCCU students to talk about their feelings and gain emotional support and information.
- Spectrum.life offers all students in the moment and out-of-hours support via text, telephone or App from qualified professionals. They also have guides, videos and podcasts to support your wellbeing – including a StressLess Online Module to help you recognise the signs of stress, manage stress effectively and avoid burnout.
It’s important that you complete your assessments on time, and there is a wide range of support available to help you to do so. However, in exceptional circumstances, you may be eligible for a short extension to your coursework, or to postpone/re-take an exam or time-constrained assessment. Once you know the right type of exceptional circumstances request for your situation, and you've checked that you're eligible, submit your request by using one of the online forms. Take care to complete the form that's right for your particular situation and follow all instructions.
There are lots of reasons why you may be entitled to have adjustments made for your exams. If you need extra support when taking exams contact the Disability Team in plenty of time so they can ensure adjustments are in place for you to be able to achieve your best.