How-To Hub

Get prepared for University with our 'How to' videos, covering a host of topics.

How to Hub: On Demand

Our 'on demand' How To videos are packed with useful information to help you prepare for university. Covering topics we know students often have questions about before they arrive, each video is presented by the experts who support these processes every day.

Short, practical, and easy to access whenever you need them, these videos help you find answers quickly so you can stay on track and focus on getting ready for an exciting start to university. These session will available from Monday 3 August 2026. 

This year topics we are covering are:

Prepare Videos 

How to use the University App

How to use MyEd

How to navigate university life as an international student

How to use lecture recordings

How to open a bank account in the UK and manage your money

How to pay your tuition fees

Support Videos 

How to protect against scams and frauds

How to register with DLSS

How to get off to a successful start with your postgraduate research degree

Connect Videos

How to get involved with your Students' Association

How to get involved with societies

How to: Live Edition 2026

Our live sessions give you the chance to explore key topics in more detail before you arrive at university. We know that some subjects need a little more time and explanation than a short video can provide, so these sessions are designed to take a deeper dive into the information you need most.

Each session is hosted by members of our university staff who support these areas as part of their day-to-day roles. This means you'll be hearing directly from the people who know the processes best and can provide the most up-to-date advice and guidance.

You'll also be able to submit questions before the session through the booking platform, giving our presenters the opportunity to cover the topics that matter most to you. Bookings for our live sessions open on 3 August, and we encourage you to reserve your place early to make sure you don't miss out.

This year we have on offer:

Prepare Videos

How to Stay Organised: Accessing Your Academic Timetable

How to use Learn

How to prepare for the start of university

How to use the library

How to choose your optional courses 

Support Videos

How to get off to a successful start with your Masters degree 

How to get involved with Peer Learning and Support

Online Students

(Online Students) How to access library facilities and resources 

How to develop your study skills as an online PGT student