Speaking and presenting
Build your confidence speaking in tutorials or presenting your research by putting these strategies into practice.
Speaking and presenting resources
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Managing stress for oral presentations
Much stress is caused by not feeling in control of a situation. These tips and ideas are aimed at giving you a greater sense of control over the oral presentation context.
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Effective presentations
A step-by-step guide for creating and delivering effective oral presentations.
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The key to successful communication in the workforce
Bringing together the diverse perspectives of students, academics, and industry representatives, this video outlines the various kinds of communication skills that make the biggest difference in the workforce.
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How to improve your communication skills
Bringing together the diverse perspectives of students, academics, and industry representatives, this video explores a variety of ways you can develop and improve your communication skills.
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The key to successful communication at university
Bringing together the diverse perspectives of students, academics, and industry representatives, this video outlines the key communication skills that make the biggest difference while you are at university.
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What does communication mean to you?
Understanding and effectively using various forms of communication is a vital skill for success at university and in the workforce. These two videos explore the notion of communication and what it means to different people.
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Poster design tips
Well-designed posters can be an effective way of informing, persuading or influencing your audience. Make a great visual impression by following the design tips below.
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Pitching a proposal
Whether you’re pitching in person, by video or in writing, detailed planning and preparation will help you to persuade your audience and achieve your aim.
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Presenting at conferences
A guide to making the most of opportunities to present at conferences
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Participating in tutorials and discussions
Develop strategies to participate in tutorials more effectively.
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Presenting your research
Develop the confidence to communicate your research at seminars, conferences and similar settings. Clear communication of technical or complex material is a key aspect of professional development.
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Speaking clearly for presentations
Speaking at an appropriate speed, pronouncing key terms correctly, accurate word stress and natural intonation patterns will help you deliver a clear presentation.
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Intercultural communication
Intercultural communication skills are important in study and work contexts in an increasingly globalised world.

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