Preparing for Degree-level Study | Blackpool and The Fylde College Preparing for Degree-level Study Every year, the B&FC Higher Education Learning Mentors (HELMs) run Flying Start workshops to help Degree-level students get ready for the next step on their study journey. Book a Workshop Welcome to Flying Start Our Higher Education Learning Mentors (HELMs) have created engaging and interactive workshops called "Flying Start" to help you navigate some of the main skills you need for Higher Education. You can choose from our self-paced online course or in person sessions at our University Centre (UC) . This is a fantastic opportunity to meet other students and gain confidence about starting your course. What our students say... "Flying Start gave me confidence that the workload ahead is manageable and that support is available if I need it." "Flying Start helped me with study, academic writing and time management." "I now have a better understanding of what to expect from higher education. It has helped to relieve some pre-study nervousness." "Flying Start gave me an insight with what to expect regarding referencing and how important it is." Research & Referencing Academic Writing & Time Management Organisational Skills & Note Taking What is covered in Flying Start? Referencing How to use the Microsoft Word tool to reference, why we reference, what style and format to use, plagiarism explained. Research How to research, what resources the college has to offer and how to use them. Time Management Reflect on when you study best, how to prioritise workload, the benefits of using a study planner. Academic Writing Why academic writing is different, how to use formal language, how to structure essays and reports. Organisational Skills & Note Taking Different styles of note taking, the importance of having a designated workspace, tips for staying organised. Early Support Access & Awareness Drop-in sessions with Student Services teams will be available. Higher Education Learning Support At B&FC, our Learning Support team also provide a wide range of study skills support to our degree-level students. Discover available support When is Flying Start? You can choose to attend one of the following in-person sessions at our University Centre: Wednesday 2 September | 9.30am - 1.30pm Thursday 3 September | 12.30pm - 4.30pm Alternatively, you can choose the self-paced online course (access sent via email). Book a Workshop What's next? Explore all the additional Learning Support services we offer for degree-level study at B&FC. You can book an appointment with one of our HELMs mentors by filling in this quick booking form here Contact our HELMs Team if you have any questions or concerns about Flying Start workshops and our degree-level study support services. Email: helminfo@blackpool.ac.uk Meet HELMs You can book an appointment with one of our friendly Higher Education Learning Mentors. Click the link below to fill out a quick booking form. Book an Appointment Scroll to Top Go to Learning Support Go to Degree-level Chat