Your PAT (Personal Academic Tutor) is an allocated member of staff from your course. If you’re unsure who your PAT is, email your Course Director.
What do they do?
They support you with academic support, so you can understand what skills you need to develop.
Some examples of what they can support you with in many areas, such as:
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Helping to reflect your expectations of university and future aspirations
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Support transitions into university and between your years as a student
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Reviewing your engagement with learning
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Discuss what support you need to focus on and the resources which can help you
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Support with reviewing feedback on assignments and improving your grades
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Help you to develop yourself for future employment
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Signpost you to support services - should you need it.
How regularly should I meet with my PAT?
You should be offered at least at least 3 one to one sessions a year. These sessions can either be online or face-to-face. Sometimes you may be invited to group PAT meetings with other students.
You can request meetings if you need to. It is essential to remember your PAT has many students and teaching responsibilities. They will do their best to facilitate more meetings.
For more information about your PAT and how they can help click here.