Employability: Information literacy skills

Being able to research effectively and evaluate the information you have found is a valuable skill for University and future employment. The Academic Liaison Librarian for your subject will be able to help you to use the resources available in the library and develop these skills. Academic Liaison Librarians will deliver information searching sessions on your course or you can book an appointment for individual guidance. 

To find the librarian for your subject go to your Subject Guide. 

Online tutorials are available from Coventry Student Essentials to help you improve your information literacy. 

The Library can also provide help with other employability skills.

CAW The Centre for Academic Writing is located near to the Library and can help to develop your writing skills. They run workshops on a wide variety of writing topics including, referencing, reflective writing, report and dissertation writing and CVs and covering letters. They provide advise about verbal reasoning tests and support recently graduated students. You can also book one to one appointments.

SIGMA Mathematics Support can be found on the ground floor in the Library. They support all students in all aspects of mathematics and statistical analysis and offer advice about numerical reasoning tests.

Linkedin Learning provides access to thousands of video tutorials and courses that can increase your employability.

You can access Linkedin Learning with your University account by: 

1. Visiting https://www.llinkedin.com/learning/
2. Go to 'Sign in with your organization account
3. Login with your University email and password

Come along to a Library event or workshop to help you improve your academic and study skills or sign up to one of the relaxing or fun events. Check the calendar to see what's on and book your place.