Study and Communication Skills for the Biosciences

Study and Communication Skills for the Biosciences, Second Edition, is tailored specifically to the needs of bioscience students. Written in an engaging and supportive manner, with examples throughout that demonstrate the relevance of the biosciences, the text not only helps students with their studies, but also gives them the practical skills they will need for their future careers.

The fully updated second edition now includes a chapter devoted to making oneself employable, which provides invaluable advice on honing the skills most sought after by prospective employers. It also discusses how to make contacts, gain experience in the field, and succeed in an increasingly competitive job market.

With a broad range of study and communication skills included, Study and Communication Skills for the Biosciences is essential reading for any bioscience student who wants to get the most out of their degree.

Features
* Emphasizes four foundational skills - managing your time well, thinking critically, developing yourself, and employability - in order to empower students to get the most out of their degree
* Frequent biological examples demonstrate the relevance of the skills being discussed
* Explanations of how to communicate your ideas effectively and how to prepare for and complete exams help students with test preparation
* A flexible fromat allows professors to assign chapters out-of-order to best fit their course needs
* Authors are experienced bioscience educators who write specifically with the needs of students in mind

Stuart Johnson is Deputy Director of the Career Development Service at the University of Leicester. He holds a BSc in Biological Sciences from the University of Leicester and a Postgraduate Diploma in Learning and Development from Thames Valley University.

Jon Scott is Academic Director of the College of Medicine, Biological Sciences, and Psychology at the University of Leicester. He holds a BSc in Biological Sciences and a PhD in Neurobiology from Durham University.