For example: critical, analytical, synthesising and problem-solving skills.

Development opportunities within the Tripos system

Lectures, seminars, discussion groups, practicals, research projects and fieldwork encourage the:

• assimilation of new knowledge;
• development of a critical analysis of the field of study;
• application of basic principles in a wider context.

Supervisions provide opportunities for:

• close and regular contact with academic staff;
• development of structured arguments;
• discussion with peers and supervisors.

Examinations, essays and set problems assess skills of:

• comprehension;
• argument and analysis;
• planning and information-gathering;
• report writing;
• time management and working under pressure.

Extra-curricular development opportunities

These include participating in:

• College and University academic societies;
• internal and external conferences;
• competitions.