How to Get a First

by Thomas Dixon

In this informative guide, Thomas Dixon argues that you do not have to be a genius to get a first at university. He sets out to de-mystify first-class degrees in the arts, humanities and social sciences, clearly articulating the difference between the excellent and the merely competent in undergraduate work. This concise, no-nonsense guidebook will give prospective and current students advice on teaching and learning styles that prevail in university and on how to manage their two most important resources - their time and their lecturers. In an accessible and entertaining style, the author looks at subjects such Illustrated with many examples from a range of academic disciplines, How to Get a First is an all-purpose guide to success in academic life. Visit the companion website www.getafirst.com

Genres: Productivity, Education

182 pages, Hardcover

First published August 1, 2004

Reviews

[Martha Wright · Rating 4 out of 5]

See you all in three years🫡

[Lou Gillies · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the best study guide I have ever read and wish I'd discovered it years ago. It dispels many myths (of which I've been party to), details how you should really plan your work (much needed being a subscriber to the 'write the plan after the essay' movement)and points out the obvious (but ignored) and crucial points to remember for academic essay writing and the production of an argument. Should be a compulsory read for every student prior to university life.

[Charlie Medcalf · Rating 2 out of 5]

How to Get a First by Thomas Dixon makes the perfect companion guide for any student who is about to embark on a University undergraduate degree programme for the first time. It is commonly accepted that university education is very different to any other style of education, so this book really breaks down the differences between university and other education and helps inform students of what they need to do to be a successful student. This includes how to make full use of lectures and seminars/tutorials, how to read and approach assessments and generally how to set good foundations for a University undergraduate degree.

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[Kusum · Rating 4 out of 5]

super useful to inform you of what to expect! subjective advice given based on author's own experience which reflects a realistic idea of what it is like to study law.

would advise readers of this book to make notes etc or highlight bits so you can come back to it when you need it.

some bits felt like tangents/unnecessary but overall book was very informative, engaging & entertaining. would definitely recommend you to read it if you're a law student/want to study law!

[Tony · Rating 3 out of 5]

Enough here to make it worth reading